Podcast appearances and mentions of Deandre Ayton

Anthony discusses some of the rumored center options for the Lakers as they have apparently realized how thin that rotation is now. From there, he asks the pretty natural follow-up: Uh, why trade away Deandre Ayton if it leaves you in your current circumstance?

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

A big week for the Wiz on AND off the court: AJ Dybantsa dropped 27 and 7 in his summer league debut to cover the former, and the latter saw the additions of Deandre Ayton and Khris Middleton, Patrick Ewing return as an assistant, and Anthony Davis' agent say he's all in for DC. We cover all of that and more on this week's Best of Wizards!

Rooster spends the whole first hour by reacting to the latest in the week from Wizards GM Will Dawkins. Khris Middleton re-joins the fold, Patrick Ewing is added to the coaching staff and Deandre Ayton taps in as a solid backup big man. Where do they go from here!?

Rooster kicks off the show with a full hour reacting to the Washington Wizards offseason moves that took place this week. Including, the return of Khris Middleton, bringing in Deandre Ayton and hiring Patrick Ewing to the coaching staff. Then, we discuss the Nats rotation and what they need to do to fix it. Afterwards, we break down list season and discuss the path forward for Jayden Daniels following an injury plagued year.

We have a fun episode of the Dunker Spot coming your way! Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones give their thoughts on NBA free agency's latest, from Donovan Mitchell's max extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Memphis Grizzlies signing Quentin Post. Next, they talk summer league: how are the top rookies doing? Is there anybody who's standing out? Then, what's going in the W? Nekias and Steve rave about Paige Bueckers, analyze the Skylar Diggins benching and discuss what team will take the eighth seed. 01:50 Donovan Mitchell signs extension 09:20 Kyle Lowry retires as a Raptor 12:33 Kings waive DeMar DeRozan 18:32 Lakers trade Deandre Ayton 25:02 Rui Hachimura to Clippers 34:02 Best and worst signings thus far 42:10 Summer league check-in 59:29 Paige Buckers check-in 59:40 Chicago Sky lineup shakeup 01:11:34 race for eighth heats up Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

Mason is joined by Andy Kamenetzky today in the studio! The guys dive straight into the USA vs Belgium match tonight! Did the Red Card on Balogun deserve to be suspended? Rui Hachimura was signed with the Clippers. The Lakers are still making moves, trading away Deandre Ayton. Ramona Shelburne discusses the latest on LeBron and the Lakers! Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sedano and Kap are back to start the week … and a very special voice returns to the show! Kappy revisits Mexico's loss to England on Sunday and looks ahead to the United States' match against Belgium tonight. Sedano reacts to Folarin Balogun's suspension being lifted ahead of today's game. Greg Bergman gives us his main takeaways from the Dodgers' dominant weekend series win over the Padres. The Lakers traded Deandre Ayton to the Wizards over the weekend ... who should L.A. target to backup Walker Kessler at Center? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

RED ALERT, RED ALERT, a new Brandon Aiyuk video has hit the timeline. AWadd is done with him after his comments on QB1, JD5, and his mother. Will he ever play again and what does the signing of veteran CB Radual Douglas mean? The Wizards have had a busy offseason, and they kept on shopping getting a new backup center in Deandre Ayton!

Busy NBA week! Dave discusses the Wizards trade for Deandre Ayton, the coaching additons of Ewing and Clifford, and the wild trade sequence around the league. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to NBA Summer League, Lakers trade DeAndre Ayton and Wizards sign Patrick Ewing to coaching staff Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction02:54 - Darryn Peterson’s Jazz summer league debut28:25 - Darius Acuff Jr put on a show today29:38 - Lakers trade De’Andre Ayton to the Wizards42:33 - NY Knicks legend Patrick Ewing agrees to become assistant coach for the Washington Wizards (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailThe Free Agency madness rolls on! This week on You Can't Comp This, host Russell Gibson slices through the aftermath of the wildest trade deadline in NBA history. We break down the absolute seismic shockwave of the Paul George for Jaylen Brown blockbuster and what it means for their respective card markets.Plus, we evaluate the hobby fallout of major frontcourt pieces shifting spaces—including Walker Kessler, DeAndre Ayton, Dorian Finney-Smith, and rookie standout AJ Johnson.But it's not all trades; the high-end vintage and modern markets are completely melting down with massive sales news. We dive deep into the jaw-dropping $2,928,000 public record sale of LeBron James's iconic 2003 Exquisite RPA /23 at Goldin, alongside a historic transaction for one of the ultimate '90s grails: the 1997 Flair Showcase Legacy Collection Row 1 Masterpiece #5 Tim Duncan Rookie 1-of-1! Inside This Episode:⚔️ The PG-13 & Jaylen Shuffle: Deconstructing the direct superstar swap of Paul George and Jaylen Brown and how the hobby is reacting.

Ryan Oliver and Chase Carroll are back with yet another pod, as the Wizards have acquired Deandre Ayton from the Los Angeles Lakers for Jaden Hardy and two second round picks.What do they think of the move? How does he fit in with the current rotation?

John Costa from Lakers Corner is back as he's here with Gerald and Legend to discuss the Lakers' movements this offseason, including today's trade of DeAndre Ayton to the Wizards. He also talks about Kawhi, LeBron, Jaylen Brown, and more!The Lakers Fast Break is now included in the Top 100 basketball podcasts, according to MillionsPodcasts! Check it out today at https://www.millionpodcasts.com/basketball-podcasts/Follow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!Lakers Fast Break now has YouTube memberships! Join today at / @lakersfastbreak and for just $2.99 a month, you get access to LFB badges and emojis, channel page recognition, and more!Check out John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018Please Like, Share, and Subscribe to our channel and our social media @lakersfastbreak on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, Twitch, on BLUESKY at @lakersfastbreak.bsky.social, e-mail us lakersfastbreak@yahoo.com or catch our audio of the Lakers Fast Break today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/lakers-fast-break⁠, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast outlet!The views and opinions expressed on the Lakers Fast Break are those of the panelists or guests themselves and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Lakers Fast Break or its owners. Any content or thoughts provided by our panelists or guests are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual, anyone, or anything.Presented by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lakerholics.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lakersball.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pop Culture Cosmos⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Inside Sports Fantasy Football⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Lakers Corner, @DripShowshop, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SynBlades.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, I Got Next Sports Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Happy Hoarder⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Retro City Games!

Argentina squeaks by Cape Verde in World Cup action / LeBron James will not be coming to the Wizards, and that's a good thing / Deandre Ayton is coming to the Wizards but what will his role be? / Denton has so many questions about the Taylor Swift + Travis Kelce wedding / Today will not be as good of a day for baseball as it should be / Denton has some picks for action this weekend

Hour 4 - Former Redskins LB Ken Harvey breaks down the Commanders defense / Scott Jackson talks about the Lakers trading Deandre Ayton to the Wizards / Have a fun and safe 4th of July!

Right before the guys went live, we got some breaking news. Deandre Ayton is the center Anthony Davis has been asking Rob Pelinka for, for years.

The Washington Wizards acquired center Deandre Ayton from the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two future second-round draft picks (2031 and 2032). Washington Wizards Receive: Deandre Ayton (Center) Los Angeles Lakers Receive: Jaden Hardy (Guard) 2031 second-round pick2032 second-round pick

The Washington Wizards acquired Deandre Ayton for Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks. Greg breaks down the trade and why he thinks Ayton gives the Wizards a very capable backup center. Enjoy!

The HUGE breaking news about LeBron James hits at the END of the show this week – so hang out until after the game for immediate reaction as it breaks!!   Seven-time NBA champion Robert Horry is joined by Rob Jenners and B-Dog Brandon Harper for an episode 266 packed with roster fallout from the start of free agency. The crew opens by digging into the Ja Morant trade to Portland, debating whether the Blazers’ backcourt logjam leaves Scoot Henderson on the outside looking in, before turning to the Grizzlies’ return and what comes next for both sides.   From there the guys work through a stacked Western Conference storyline: Draymond Green opting out and the running joke about a Warriors-LeBron pairing, the Lakers’ retention of Austin Reaves on a four-year max deal, DeAndre Ayton’s player option, and what it would actually take for the Lakers to chase Jalen Duren in restricted free agency. Horry and Harper go back and forth on whether DeAndre Ayton has been put in a position to succeed in LA, and whether San Antonio makes sense as a landing spot if the Lakers move on.   The conversation shifts to Charlotte sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota, with the hosts debating whether that pairing with Anthony Edwards is really the best backcourt in the league or just the most entertaining one. They also touch on Golden State’s decision to move on from Jonathan Kuminga, a possible Kawhi Leonard return to Toronto, and where Jaylen Brown trade rumors actually stand.   A rundown of the week’s free agency moves follows — James Harden, Andrew Wiggins, Bradley Beal, Landry Shamet, Isaiah Hartenstein, Lu Dort, Julian Champagnie and Jose Alvarado all get a mention — before the show heads into Big Shout of the Week, honoring a school resource officer in Phoenix who paid out of pocket to take an entire class to the movies. The episode closes with a brand new trivia segment, Shams Is Reporting, and ends on a piece of breaking news about LeBron James’ future with the Lakers that catches the whole crew off guard.   New episodes of the Big Shot Bob Podcast drop every week, with the bonus show Shoot Around dropping Fridays. Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don’t miss an episode.   00:00 — Cold open and intro 00:30 — Rob’s home leak and World Cup heat takes 01:30 — SoFi Stadium vs. Mercedes-Benz Stadium rankings 04:00 — Ja Morant traded to the Trail Blazers 05:00 — Portland’s crowded backcourt and Scoot Henderson’s future 09:00 — What the Grizzlies got back, hopes for a Ja reset 12:00 — Warriors chasing LeBron and the Draymond opt-out 16:00 — Lakers free agency: Jalen Duren, Luka’s big-man need 19:30 — DeAndre Ayton debate: opted in, still a question mark 24:00 — Austin Reaves’ max deal and the Lakers’ cap crunch 26:30 — LaMelo Ball traded to Minnesota 32:00 — Rudy Gobert skepticism and Minnesota’s frontcourt 35:00 — Hawks move on from Jonathan Kuminga 38:00 — Kawhi Leonard’s future and a possible Raptors return 41:30 — Jaylen Brown trade buzz and Boston’s asking price 45:00 — Free agency rapid-fire roundup 49:30 — Big Shout of the Week 51:00 — Shams Is Reporting trivia game 56:00 — Breaking news: LeBron James’ future with the Lakers 1:03:00 — 4th of July sign-off

Mason is back in the studio today and joined by Andy Kamenetzky! The guys tip off the show with the news of the day involving the Lakers. Deandre Ayton has opted in and Marcus Smart has opted out. What team is looking to bring LeBron and AD back together? Does LeBron want to be back in LA with the Lakers? Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start the hour with breaking news: Deandre Ayton is opting into his contract and will return to the Lakers next season. Is this enough for Luka and L.A. for 2026-27? Kap breaks down Brian Windhorst latest update surrounding LeBron James' free agency plans. Bergy believes a LeBron-AD move to Golden State makes the Warriors a contender. What are the next steps for the Lakers as free agency approaches tomorrow? Beto tells us what pieces should be a priority for L.A. in the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Anthony has mentioned over the course of the summer so far, Deandre Ayton is going to opt in, and Marcus Smart is going to opt out. He explains what both decisions mean for the Lakers, then dives into an interesting situation with Nikola Jokic.

The Chicago Bulls rumor mill is heating up, and Haize is separating facts from cap on the latest buzz surrounding the rebuild. Could Ayo Dosunmu really return to the Bulls, or is that more hopeful thinking than reality? Should Chicago have any interest in Trae Young, or would that completely clash with the direction Bryson Graham and Tiago Splitter are trying to build?Haize also breaks down the Bulls' possible free-agent center options, including Walker Kessler, Isaiah Hartenstein, Mark Williams and Deandre Ayton, and explains which big man best fits Chicago's timeline, roster needs and developmental plan under Splitter.Then, we dive into a dream 2026 NBA Draft class if Darryn Peterson falls to No. 4. Could a class of Darryn Peterson, Dailyn Swain and Trevon Brazile give the Bulls the athletic, modern identity they've been searching for? From Peterson's star scoring upside to Swain's two-way wing tools and Brazile's length, defense and vertical pop, this class could reshape the Bulls' future.

Andy and Jeff look at a trade scenario involving Deandre Ayton and discuss whether or not it makes sense for the Cavaliers

The Lakers are busy this offseason as the front office has some big decisions ahead. This week Chris McGee, Mike Trudell, and Mike Bresnahan discuss the Deandre Ayton and the center position and what's the priority level. Tune in to find out what the fellas' predictions are for the NBA finals, and just how well do the crew know Austin Reaves?! We play a little Fact or Fiction to celebrate the guard's birthday. Catch all the Lakers action this season on Spectrum SportsNet+ with the NBA app when you add Spectrum Internet and at least one Mobile line. Plus, get a free Xumo Stream Box for six months! This offer is a slam dunk (total value of $199.99). Learn more: spectrum.com/getlakers 

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to DeAndre Ayton’s “DOMINAYTON” chain, Cavs tie series vs Pistons, Wemby avoids suspension and Embiid not feeling the Sixers Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 55:09 - DeAndre Ayton’s chain1:14:50 - Cavs beat Pistons 1:29:00 - Wemby wont be suspended for fined after ejection in Game 41:33:40 - Joel Embiid not seeing eye to eye with 76ers front office1:54:35 - Q & Ayyy (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This show is presented by Unfiltered Brothers and WOKE Podcast with hosts, Derek and Aaron. We will be giving our honest, unfiltered takes throughout the NBA/basketball season. We will be covering on and off the court topics from youth to professional level.On this episode, we have several guests joining us for the conversation (Matt from The Brothaship Podcast, The Blerd Images and Quincy). We start the conversation off discussing the top 5 copied players of all-time. Then, we give our thought on the NCAA expanding the tournament from 68 to 76 team. Afterwards, we get into the playoffs. Our Reaching or Teaching is Draymond Green said Steve Kerr hindered his career.Leave a rate and review. Thanks for the support.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Deandre Ayton’s effort in Game 3 loss to Thunder, Cavs win game 3 and Wemby & Ant Man battle! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NIGHTCAP 00:00 - Introduction03:14 - Thunder beat Lakers34:04 - Cavs beat Pistons49:45 - Spurs beat Wolves (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Los Angeles Lakers take a tough 131-108 loss, and Bubba Dub is breaking it all down with his unfiltered reaction. From the slow start to another rough third quarter, this game raised serious questions about effort, execution, and leadership. Bubba Dub dives into what went wrong and why the Lakers now find themselves in a dangerous position in the series. LeBron James finished with 19 points but struggled to make a major impact when the team needed it most. Deandre Ayton added 10 points and 6 rebounds, but the production from key players just wasn't enough to compete with a strong OKC performance. Meanwhile, Oklahoma City came out aggressive, with players like Luke Kennard stepping up and helping push the game out of reach. In this episode, Bubba Dub also touches on:The Lakers' third-quarter strugglesCoaching decisions and rotationsWhether this series is already out of reachThe current NBA playoff landscape, including the Knicks, Spurs, Detroit, and ClevelandIt's a mix of real basketball talk, strong opinions, and classic Bubba Dub commentary you don't want to miss.

Welcome to a very special episode of Mind the Game with LeBron James and Steve Nash. In this episode, LeBron takes us through Round 1 of the NBA Playoffs, specifically his series between The Los Angeles Lakers and the Houston Rockets. We get into the unprecedented natured of him leading a playoff team to victory at age 41 and what it was like being such underdogs in the series. LeBron also provides insight into how he used his mind to outsmart his opponents during the series. Of course, we had to shout out his teammates Marcus Smart, Luke Kennard, Deandre Ayton, Austin Reaves and more. And finally, we look ahead to the second round match-up between The Oklahoma City Thunder and the Los Angeles Lakers.Thanks for joining us on Mind the Game. Be sure to subscribe and follow wherever you get your podcasts!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys discuss how they think Deandre Ayton will fare in this series, then, after Jovan asks which key stat the Lakers can turn in their favor, they give their predictions for round two. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A long time ago, in a podcast feed far, far away...*cue the music* THE WANGER SHOWEPISODE CDXLVI (WE GOOGLED THAT TO MAKE SURE WE GOT THE ROMAN NUMERALS RIGHT)It's a tumultuous time in Wanger Show land. Ever since we posted the RESIDENT EVIL short from last week, people are STILL commenting and giving their very original opinion that the new movie shouldn't be called Resident Evil if they're not going to explicitly tell the EXACT same story from the video games. CODY has found this whole situation hilarious, while CHRISTIAN still claims to be too old to care about any of this, and BRIAN is nowhere to be found...Elsewhere, the new motion picture HOKUM has awakened a new fear in audiences: really well done WIDE SHOTS. Both Christian and Cody saw the film, and are excited to give their thoughts on said spooky wide shots...In the sports world, the LAKERS survived the ridiculous FLAGRANT 2 call on DEANDRE AYTON in game 4 and bounced back to win the series. While they will no doubt be obliterated by the OKLAHOMA CITY THUNDER in the next round, this past series gave us some fun LEBRON meme moments. But back to STAR WARS. Today is May the 4th, which means it's time to rip the band-aid off and embark on our most controversial ranking yet. That's right, tonight we are going to be ranking the STAR WARS motion pictures. I'm sure the comments will be very civil..........(this is the part where the crawl disappears into space and we tilt down or some sh*t)GET TICKETS TO WANGERS KARAOKE 2026 HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/wangers-karaoke-2026-tickets-1708787131309?aff=oddtdtcreator

The guys poke a little fun at Ime Udoka, discuss Deandre Ayton outplaying Alperen Sengun and celebrate Raj's shoutout from Brian Windhorst. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hosts Arash Markazi and Grant Mona are joined by the full panel to break down a pivotal week in Los Angeles sports. From the Lakers' surgical start to the postseason to the Dodgers' puzzling power outage in San Francisco, we cover the highs and lows before pivoting to the gridiron with a final look at the Rams' draft strategy. Segment One: Lakers Take 2-0 Lead | Why the Thunder are Next The Los Angeles Lakers defended home court with a 101–94 victory over the Houston Rockets on Tuesday, taking a commanding 2–0 lead in the series. The Defensive Blueprint: Grant reacts to the Lakers holding Houston under 100 points in back-to-back games without Luka Dončić. Mykell notes that Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton have transformed this team into a defensive juggernaut that thrives in the half-court. Eyes on OKC: Arash leads a discussion on the potential Round 2 matchup against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder. While OKC swept the season series (including a 139-96 blowout on April 2nd), Timothy argues the Lakers are a different animal in the playoffs. Beating the MVP: Demetrius points out that the Lakers' size—specifically Ayton and a healthy LeBron—is the kryptonite for OKC's "positionless" small-ball lineups. If the Lakers can keep the game in the mud, they have the veteran poise to upend the top-seeded Thunder. Segment Two: Oracle Park Blues & Rams Draft Philosophy The mood shifts to the diamond, where the Los Angeles Dodgers have suddenly hit a wall against their biggest rivals. The Giants Slide: After a dominant start to the season, the Dodgers lost their second straight to the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night, falling 3–0. Arash breaks down the offensive stagnation—just one run scored in 18 innings at Oracle Park—and whether there's reason for early-season concern. Dodgers Pitching Watch: Grant highlights the silver lining: the rotation is still keeping them in games, but the bats (specifically the bottom half of the order) have gone cold at the worst time. Rams at No. 13: With the NFL Draft kicking off tonight, the panel debates the Rams' 13th overall pick. Offense is the Answer: Mykell and Demetrius argue the Rams must go offense. Whether it's Makai Lemon (WR, USC) to provide a homegrown spark for Matthew Stafford or a tackle like Spencer Fano (Utah) to protect the pocket, the consensus is that the Rams need to maximize Stafford's remaining window. The "Tyson" Factor: Timothy notes that if Jordyn Tyson (Arizona State) is available, he provides a vertical threat that this offense currently lacks, even with Davante Adams and Puka Nacua in the fold. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Segment One: Lakers' Grit and the Clippers' Crossroads Host Grant Mona is joined by Demetrius Beaver and Mykell Mathieu to break down a tale of two franchises. While the Lakers opened their postseason with a statement win, the Clippers are left picking up the pieces of an abrupt exit. Lakers Game 1 Masterclass: Grant and the panel react to the Lakers' 107–98 victory over the Rockets. Even without Luka and Reaves, Luke Kennard's 27-point explosion and LeBron's playmaking (13 assists) showed that the Lakers' "competitive stamina" is real. The "Ayton Factor": Demetrius points out how Deandre Ayton outworked the Rockets' frontcourt, a matchup that could define the series. Mykell asks if the Rockets, even with Kevin Durant sidelined, can handle a Lakers defense that looks more locked in than it did during the regular season. Clippers' "Toddler" Timeline: The group pivots to the Intuit Dome, where a 126–121 Play-In loss to the Warriors ended the season. Grant analyzes Lawrence Frank's end-of-season presser, specifically the commitment to "win with Kawhi" while simultaneously pivoting to a younger core featuring Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin. Panel Debate: Is "building a bridge" to the future while keeping a 35-year-old Leonard realistic? Mykell argues the Clippers have finally found a direction, while Demetrius questions if the "contender" window is officially shut. Segment Two: Draft Season | Lottery Luck & NFL Prospects The focus shifts to the future as the NBA Draft Lottery looms and the NFL Draft arrives in just three days. NBA Draft Lottery Odds: Grant breaks down the stakes for the Clippers. Thanks to the Paul George trade of 2019, the Thunder control the Clippers' pick, which currently has a 1.5% chance at No. 1. The Pacers Protection: There is a silver lining. If the Indiana Pacers' pick (which the Clippers own via the Mathurin/Zubac trade) falls to 5th or 6th, it belongs to LA. Currently, there is a 48% chance the Clippers land a top-six selection through this pick. NFL Draft Preview: With the Las Vegas Raiders on the clock at No. 1, Grant and the guests look at the top prospects. The QB Sweepstakes: Fernando Mendoza (Indiana) is the consensus top pick, but the panel discusses whether the Giants' trade for Dexter Lawrence signals a shift in the top 10. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  NBA Playoffs Breakdown The NBA Playoffs are officially underway, and Bubba Dub is back breaking down everything from Game 1 between the Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets.The Lakers take Game 1, 107-98, but Bubba Dub keeps it real  this wasn't a perfect win. LeBron James continues to prove why he's one of the greatest ever, finishing with 19 points, 13 assists, and 8 rebounds at 41 years old, controlling the pace and getting everyone involved early. The Lakers offense was on fire, shooting over 60% from the field and over 50% from three, led by big performances from Luke Kennard, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart. But despite the win, there are concerns:20 turnovers21 offensive rebounds allowed to HoustonThat's not championship-level basketball, and Bubba Dub calls it out. On the Rockets side, Alperen Sengun, Amen Thompson, and Jabari Smith Jr. all contributed, but without Kevin Durant in the lineup, Houston struggled to keep up offensively. Bubba Dub asks the big question  is KD ducking Game 1 smoke, or will he change the series when he returns? Looking ahead, Bubba Dub predicts Lakers in 6, but says this series could shift quickly if LA doesn't clean up their mistakes. The episode also covers:Nuggets vs Timberwolves breakdown and Jokic's dominanceKnicks vs Hawks series outlookCavs vs Raptors recapThe GOAT debate: LeBron vs Jordan

Host Grant Mona breaks down a defining weekend for Los Angeles basketball. We start at Crypto.com Arena, where the short-handed Lakers won a physical Game 1. Then, we head to Inglewood, where Clippers President Lawrence Frank faced the music following a disappointing early exit. Segment One: Lakers Take Game 1 | The Kennard & LeBron Connection The Los Angeles Lakers opened their first-round series with a gritty 107–98 win over the Houston Rockets on Saturday night. Despite playing without leading scorers Luka Dončić (hamstring) and Austin Reaves (oblique), the Lakers found a way to clamp down when it mattered most. Luke's Career Night: Grant reacts to Luke Kennard's massive performance. Stepping into the starting lineup, Kennard delivered a team-high 27 points and hit five triples, providing the spacing the Lakers desperately needed. LeBron the Facilitator: At 41, LeBron James continues to defy age. Grant breaks down LeBron's "Point-Forward" masterclass, finishing with 19 points, 13 assists, and 8 rebounds. His ability to settle the game in the fourth quarter against Houston's young pressure was the difference. The Defensive Blueprint: We hear from JJ Redick on how the Lakers held Alperen Sengun and the Rockets to under 100 points. Redick praised the "competitive stamina" of Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart, noting that this series will be won in the trenches. Segment Two: Lawrence Frank on the Clippers' Future | "Win with Kawhi" Following the Clippers' Play-In loss to the Warriors, President of Basketball Operations Lawrence Frank held his end-of-season press conference on Friday to address a franchise at a crossroads. The Commitment to Kawhi: Grant analyzes Frank's definitive statement: "Our plan is to win with Kawhi." Despite Leonard sidestepping questions about his future after the loss, Frank reaffirmed that the Clippers intend to sit down with the superstar this offseason to align their goals for the final year of his contract. Three Areas of Improvement: Frank was blunt about where the roster failed this season. Grant breaks down the three priorities Frank listed for the summer: Rebounding, secondary ball-handling, and shooting. The "Bridge to Contender": We hear Frank's perspective on the mid-season moves—specifically the Darius Garland and Bennedict Mathurin trades. Frank believes the team has built a "bridge" to being a contender again with emerging young talent and draft capital, but Grant questions if the "toddler" timeline fits Kawhi's veteran window. Produced by: Grant Mona Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Deandre Ayton just outplayed Alperen Sengun in a playoff game. Anthony discusses what got him going and how the Lakers can maintain that trend. He analyzes JJ Redick's first playoff game of his second year and then wraps by answering questions from the live audience. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers begin their playoff run with game one vs #5 Houston Saturday night at the Crypt. And paced by Luke Kennard's 27 points, LeBron James ' playmaking (19 points, 8 rebounds, 13 assists), and DeAndre Ayton's success in the paint (19 points, 11 rebounds), the Lakers were able to shoot 61% from the field as they upended the Rockets 107-98 to take a 1-0 series lead. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, how a team effort gave LA this great win, the areas of attention that need to be addressed before game two, and more! It's the Lakers and Rockets as the Lakers take an early 1-0 lead, and we're here to cover it all on the Lakers Fats Break podcast!

The guys talk Dodgers with Berg with his three things - Ohtani, Hyeseong Kim and Kyle Tucker. Michelle Smallmon from Unsportsmanlike on ESPN Radio stops by and talks with the guys about her upcoming trip to Pittsburgh for the NFL Draft. Kap gives her some must-do recs while she's there and they get her up to speed on Pittsburgh slang, including the Stillers' “Here We Go!” song. Deandre Ayton said he's so excited for the playoffs he wants to do backflips and Sedano teases more Lakers talk for the YouTube hour.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jared and Mo discuss the spectacular Hornets-Heat and Blazers-Suns play-in games, run through the rest of their end-of-season awards picks, and talk about the major questions that will define each playoff series.  (00:00) Intro (01:15) Hornets-Heat (14:54) Blazers-Suns (22:25) End-of-season awards (41:03) Knicks-Hawks (47:37) Cavaliers-Raptors (52:59) Spurs-Blazers (58:59) Nuggets-Timberwolves (1:03:42) Lakers-Rockets   Hosts: Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Executive Producer: Wes Goldberg   Subscribe to watch more RealGM Radio videos: youtube.com/@realgmradio   FOLLOW REALGM ON SOCIAL RealGM on X/Twitter https://x.com/RealGM RealGM on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/realgmnba/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ben Maller talks about Giannis Antetokounmpo committing to keep playing this season as he refuses the Bucks requests, Deandre Ayton embracing a second-fiddle role with the Lakers, the Lakers sending out a press release begging for uniform sponsors, Maller to the Third Degree, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Prairie Valley A&M Dontae Horne joins the show to talk about their first win in program history and their big matchup against Florida on Friday, Miami Ohio beats SMU to advance to the first round of March Madness, and the Lakers beat the Rockets with LeBron and Luka both scoring 30 and much more! Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 14:15 - Praire Valley A&M’s Dontae Horne joins35:35 - Miami OH beats SMU48:55 - Lakers beat Rockets1:02:35 - Deandre Ayton realized he had to step his game up (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.