Podcasts about Los Angeles Lakers

Yes, it sucks to be nervous going into tonight's game, but at the same time, if you would've told us the Lakers would hold a 3-2 lead given the odds they were facing, that'd be a win in and of itself. And yet... here we stand. Should the context matter? Or is that coping? 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 had a golden opportunity and let it slide right on by. Teams typically pay for those mistakes and now the they face the wrong kind of history. Anthony and Edwin discuss their panic levels and analyze how the Lakers can avoid blowing that 3-0 lead. 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

Well, the Lakers put themselves in a super tough spot. Anthony welcomes Edwin Garcia (Silver Screen & Roll) into The Lounge to talk about this predicament, how the Lakers avoid the wrong kind of history and basically just vent about this team never being normal. 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

Tish Hyman is a musician, record producer, and candidate for Mayor of Los Angeles. She joins the show to talk about her campaign and share her perspective on the city and how she can fix it. Her album Lift Me Up is out now on Spotify. For more information, visit hyman4mayor.com, and follow her on Instagram @listen2tish and @hyman4mayor.IN THE NEWS: Former FBI Director James Comey is indicted over an alleged threat against President Trump tied to a controversial “86 47” Instagram post, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani declares a budget crisis and seeks a state bailout while delaying his budget deadline, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz touts his anti-fraud efforts amid ongoing investigations in his state, Los Angeles councilwoman Nithya Raman acknowledges massive taxpayer spending related to drug programs, and the LA mayoral race takes a surprising turn as Lakers executive Jeanie Buss makes a maximum donation to Spencer Pratt.Get it on.Join Dave Rubin and Ron DeSantis live on June 11 at The Fillmore Miami Beach for a rare, unfiltered conversation on Florida's rise and what comes next. Featuring Adam Carolla, Ben Shapiro, and Jillian Michaels, this is a one-night-only event you won't want to miss.Get tickets now: Daverubin.com/eventsFOR MORE WITH TISH HYMAN:WEBSITE: hyman4mayor.com INSTAGRAM: @ listen2tish / @hyman4mayorMUSIC: ALBUM - LIFT ME UP OUT NOW ON SPOTIFYFOR MORE WITH RUDY PAVICH:WEBSITE: RudyPavichComedy.comINSTAGRAM: @ Rudy_Pavich PUNCH UP LIVE: https://punchup.live/rudypavichLIVE SHOWS: May 8 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)May 9 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)May 14 - Covina, CA (Live Podcast)May 15 - Visalia, CAMay 16 - Modesto, CAThank you for supporting our sponsors:Exclusive $25-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/CAROLLA. Promo Code CAROLLAhometitlelock.com promo code ADAMoreillyauto.com/ADAMpluto.tvSHEATH.COM use the promo code ADAMSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Bomani Jones and Danny Parkins break down a chaotic first round, starting with the Lakers struggling to close out Houston and the moment everyone's talking about: Reed Sheppard picking LeBron James clean in crunch time. Is this series slipping away… and are we watching a real regression from L.A.? Plus, Parkins makes the case for something wild: trusting James Harden and the Cavaliers in the East. Is Harden actually underrated in the playoffs—or are we setting ourselves up for the same ending? They also dive into: Why the Eastern Conference feels wide open (and kinda shaky) Whether the Knicks, Celtics, or Cavs can actually be trusted The Thunder's looming dynasty potential

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann react to three different series going to 3-2. They start with the Pistons and Rockets saving their seasons against the Magic and Lakers. Then they talk about the Cavs taking the lead in their series against the Raptors. They wrap up by discussing potential lottery reform. (00:00) Intro (3:32) Fan Duel ad break (5:46) Pistons-Magic (23:04) Lakers-Rockets (45:05) Fan Duel ad break (46:33) Amazon Prime ad break (47:04) Cavaliers-Raptors (1:01:14) Lottery reform Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Producers: Victoria Valencia and Isaiah Blakely Production Supervision: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Additional Production Support: John Richter and Chris Wohlers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit https://fanduel.com/playwithaplan to learn more about the resources and helplinesOrder and it will come. Like today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this Thursday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington go into the news that reportedly Deshaun Watson holds a slight edge over Shedeur Sanders for the QB1 spot per Mary Kay Cabot. Plus, the guys predict Mike Vrabel's situation by season opener time, discuss the Rockets possibly coming back to beat the Lakers as it gets interesting, we have a LIV Tour edition of ICYMI, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Takes begins with the sputtering Lakers! From 3-0 to 3-2, the vibe shift in this one is immense. You can almost feel the general public clamoring for LeBron to be the first to blow a 3-0 lead. Imagine the GOAT debate if it happens? Without KD, is it feasible? (0:00) Then, should Shedeur Sanders feel slighted by the latest Deshaun Watson news? (25:50) Then, John Wall is the President! Howard University is in good hands! (37:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

First Take resumes with Kenny Smith serves a Lakers panic entrée with a cup of Austin Reaves settle down juice. (0:00) Then, does Jokic fall out of top-10 all time discussions with a first round loss to a decimated Wolves squad? (9:15) Next, who's more dangerous right now: Knicks or Celtics? (17:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Mack opens Thursday's show with the top headlines of the day, including LIV Golf shutting down. Chris Mack reacts to the Pistons forcing a Game 6, another Lakers lost, and last night's Stanley Cup Playoff games. Breiden Fehoko, Jack Fritz, and Meghan Ottolino join the show!

Rich, Brockman and TJ debate if the Dallas Cowboys should trade George Pickens now that the talented-but-volatile WR has signed his Franchise Tag tender. The guys react to the latest in the NBA Playoffs and debate if the Los Angeles Lakers, Houston Rockets, Orlando Magic, New York Knicks or Boston Celtics should be worried the most about a first-round exit. 49ers Head Coach Kyle Shanahan reveals to Rich that the Niners would have still taken Ole Miss WR De'Zhaun Stribling 30th overall if they hadn't traded out of the 1st-round, if we'll see the return of All-Pro TE George Kittle from his torn Achilles injury by Week 1, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber jump from the NBA playoff chaos to the ballpark experience in New York, starting with LeBron James facing the possibility of a historic collapse. Even with age, injuries, and an undermanned roster as context, Evan argues that blowing a three to zero series lead would become impossible to ignore in the endless LeBron debate. The conversation also turns to Citi Field's in game fireworks during a blowout, why the Mets need to better read the room, and complaints about how loud Yankee Stadium has become. Evan and Tiki then circle back to the Mets' roster problems, David Stearns' roster choices, possible pitching fixes, and a funny draft party moment involving Sean Morash talking too much.

Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer break down how the Rockets have come back in their series vs the Lakers and who has the edge in Pistons-Magic and Cavs-Raptors. Then they dive into their Good Takes about Karl-Anthony Towns' new role with the Knicks, NBA draft lottery reform and a way to reward No. 1 seeds in the playoffs before laying out their offseason plan for the Suns. 00:00 — Have Rockets Flipped Lakers Series? 10:59 — Cavs-Raptors 24:47 — Pistons-Magic 33:03 — Good Take: Karl-Anthony Towns makes the Knicks the favorite 47:04 — Good Take: NBA Draft lottery reform 58:59 — And-1: Changes to NBA playoff seeding 1:04:06 — Suns Offseason   RealGM Radio is your top spot for the best weekly NBA coverage. Subscribe to get RealM Radio with Wes Goldberg, the Double Dribble and Good Take every week.   Monday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Tuesday: RealGM Radio with Wes Goldberg Wednesday: Double Dribble with Jared Dubin and Mo Dakhil Thursday: Good Take with Wes Goldberg and Mike Shearer   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.

Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Andy Kamenetzky continue with the phones to hear from more Lakers fans! The guys are joined by a special guest, Max Kellerman! What does Max think about the Lakers and Rockets series? Bergman joins the show for another ‘Boys in Blue' Report! Does Freeman need a little rest? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mason is joined by Andy Kamenetzky today in the studio! Ireland is out, traveling to Houston with the Lakers for game six tomorrow. Can LeBron have a ‘Superman' game and get the Lakers into the next round? How did Reaves look being back on the court last night? What have the Rockets done since the end of game three? Ramona Shelburne joins the show and thinks the Lakers will still get the job done! Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fast Track! Mason and Andy Kamenetzky circle back to the Lakers loss last night and what they need to do in game six. The Lakers have not lost four games in a row all season. If there is a game seven between the Lakers and Rockets, can you imagine LeBron and the Lakers losing? Game of Games, plus Supercross Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What we learned in the NBA playoffs! #nba   Check out the TD3 merch: https://the-deep-3-shop.fourthwall.com/   Listen on Spotify!: https://open.spotify.com/show/3elbbqVumwqz8wlIdknsLW   Listen on Apple Podcasts!: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-deep-3-podcast/id1657940794   Follow us on TikTok!: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedeepthree   Follow us on Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/thedeep3podcast/   Isaac's twitter: https://twitter.com/byisaacg   Mo's twitter: https://twitter.com/Mojo99_   Donnavan's twitter: https://twitter.com/Dsmoot3D   0:00- Intro 1:49- Lakers vs Rockets 18:25- Celtics vs 76ers 27:55- Raptors vs Cavs 44:17- Knicks vs Hawks 1:00:02- Pistons vs Magic 1:14:21- Nuggets vs TWolves 1:27:32- OKC vs Suns and Spurs vs Blazers 1:38:02- Producer Corner 1:57:00- Tiktok time Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Truth Telling Thursday on The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty as Steve Kim joins the show to breakdown Miami Hurricanes Football News, Boxing, and more! You don't wanna miss this Truth Telling Thursday on REALEST Show on Planet ERF! Like, Comment, and Subscribe! The Coach JB Show with Big Smitty is the realest sports show on Planet ERF! We discuss what other talk shows & debate shows refuse to discuss! We are LIVE 3 hours a day from 6-9am pacific with the realest guests on Planet ERF! Coach Jason Brown is the star of the hit Netflix series "Last Chance U", master motivator, and legendary JUCO football coach!! Darnell Smith Fox Sports very own, Ball State Alum, and Nap towns finest! Merciless Monday | Talk that Talk Tuesday | Work-Boot Wednesday | Truth Telling Thursday | Free Game Friday Matt McChesney on Monday/Friday Steve Kim on Tuesday/Thursday Shaun King - Former NFL QB Monday/Wednesday/Friday Live M-F 6am-9am PST. Subscribe and become a member today, $2.99 for general membership or $5.99 to join Slap Nation and get access to the exclusive Coach's Crew group Chat!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Jim Rome Show HR 1 - 4/30/26 The LA Lakers are in trouble after they looked like they were going to cruise against the Houston Rockets. Take that for a GOAT conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to the Houston Rockets beating the Los Angeles Lakers to force a game 6, the Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic to force a game 6, the Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Toronto Raptors to take a 3-2 series lead and much more! 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 2:40 - Rockets def. Lakers (LAL lead 3-2)27:03 - Pistons def. Magic (ORL lead 3-2)40:50 - Cavs def. Raptors (CLE lead 3-2) (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time to Get Up with a Hollywood horror show! LeBron's Lakers lay an egg - is he about to be on the wrong side of hideous history with Houston? (0:00) Meanwhile - by George he has done it -Pickens signs the piece of paper - does that mean the D in Big D stands for done deal? (12:40) Plus - it's knockout night in the East - we'll tell you whether the Knicks and Celtics are ready on the road to really to the next round! (23:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get Up resumes with KD's injury. The Rockets star is officially out for game 6 vs the Lakers... Do they even need him? (0:00) Meanwhile - initial reports suggest Deshaun Watson has the inside track to start Week 1 for the Browns! Coming off two Achilles injuries and 5 straight horrendous seasons, is this the right move? (12:20) Then - The Celtics and Knicks take center stage for two massive Thursday night game sixes! Who's more likely to lose tonight and face a winner take all game seven! (23:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rockets beat the Lakers 99-93 last night. Could they come all the way back in this series? Also, George Pickens has signed his franchise tag. Did he do this for his current team or future team? Plus, what are the Steelers doing at this point? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could LeBron & the Lakers actually end up blowing their 3-0 lead to the Rockets? Then, ESPN NFL Draft Analyst Jordan Reid joins the show to talk about his way-too-early 2027 NFL Mock Draft. Will Arch Manning dictate where he's going to go? Plus, Michelle's fake soft launch is getting a lot of traction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rockets have made it a series after falling behind 3-0. Debating if LeBron's legacy takes a hit if he allows his Lakers to be the first team in NBA history to blow the 3-0 lead.

In hour one, LeBron's legacy takes a massive hit if the Lakers lose this series. Learning about George Blanda. Solana makes a brutal mistake in a text to Omar Kelly. Omar joins the show for his takeaways on the Dolphins draft.

Anthony wraps up the show's questions from the live audience, and they weren't in the best mood. So, Anthony pushed back on some of the doom and gloom about individual guys as the Lakers look ahead to this summer. 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

Game five was defined by great Houston shooting and a complete abandonment of the offensive boards by them -- a total course correct from their identity much of the season. Anthony explains the move, what else he saw from the game and whether he thinks the Lakers have a counter-punch. 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

Anthony recaps a weird game, discusses Houston's big adjustment, analyzes Austin Reaves' return to the court and then wraps with a Q&A with a feisty 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

Ric Bucher breaks down a dizzying NBA playoff picture, from the Thunder and Spurs looking like rising Western powers to the Trail Blazers once again appearing trapped behind better-timed contenders. Ric also explains why building around international stars such as Giannis Antetokounmpo may be the safest path for NBA franchises in today's trade-demand era.Then Ric digs into why ring culture has warped how we judge stars like Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, James Harden and Joel Embiid before turning to the Magic-Pistons series, Jalen Duren's sudden passivity, Paolo Banchero's aggression and Cade Cunningham's massive playoff workload. Finally, Ric takes on the LeBron James-Bronny James playoff moment, arguing that while it may be meaningful to the James family, the public celebration ignores how power, access and nepotism shaped the opportunity.Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro + Ric's new book on coachability 02:00 NBA playoff picture feels upside down 02:23 Thunder, Spurs, Blazers and bad timing in the West 03:23 Giannis-to-Portland rumors and international-star loyalty 04:46 Why NBA teams should build around foreign stars 05:38 Ring culture and how we underrate Chris Paul, Westbrook, Harden and Embiid 07:20 Playoff vertigo: Hawks-Knicks, Sixers-Celtics, Magic-Pistons 08:02 Why Magic-Pistons is not a “historic upset” 09:31 Jalen Duren's playoff struggles vs. Orlando 11:28 How Paolo Banchero is changing the series 13:53 Is Duren a true No. 2 on a contender? 15:36 LeBron and Bronny's “historic” playoff moment 18:57 Why Bronny's Lakers role is not like Ken Griffey Jr. and Sr. 20:36 Nepotism, power and Kirk Lacob's Warriors path 23:24 Why Bronny hype went too far after Game 3 25:44 ClosingHashtags: #NBAPlayoffs #LeBronJames #BronnyJames #GiannisAntetokounmpo #JalenDuren #PaoloBanchero #CadeCunningham #OrlandoMagic #DetroitPistons #TrailBlazers #Thunder #Spurs #OnTheBall #RicBucher #UnitedWeCastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bucher-and-friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Gallagher, Drew Dinkmeyer and Austin Yamada run through all the remaining First Round NBA Playoff games to assess which series they see going to Game Seven, who has the bast chance to close out in Game Six and which teams have figured out the winning formula in their series at the right time. 

On today’s episode, Jason breaks down Game 5 of the Lakers vs. Rockets Western Conference first-round playoff matchup. Jason looks at the Rockets’ massive win in Los Angeles despite Austin Reaves returning to the court and gives credit to Houston’s tough defense, which came away with 10 total steals as a team. Jason also dives into the numbers, noting that no team has ever lost a series after going up 3-0, while imagining a world where it could actually happen. Finally, Jason goes on record with his pick for Game 6 and who will ultimately take the series. #FSR #OddCouple Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ESPN Play by Play voice for ESPN, Ryan Ruocco joins the guys and actually agrees with Taylor's New York Yankees take. Ryan gets us ready for the Lakers vs Rockets game tonight and why people are so upset with Kevin Durant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Celtics lose Game 5 to 76ers, Will Wemby be the G.O.A.T?  (25:24) Russell Wilson in talks with Jets, Should the Rams trade for A.J. Brown? (40:19) Knicks ease concerns with Game 5 win over Hawks? (45:47) NIck's Tiers (01:05:20) NBA Draft Lottery changes, Will the Lakers gentleman's sweep the Rockets? (01:17:57) Cristian Roldan joins (01:25:00) Packed Stats, Celtics concerns, Knicks ease all doubts?  (01:47:32) NCAA tournament expands, Will the NBA's proposed lottery changes stop tanking? (01:57:03) 76ers can upset Celtics, Will the Spurs win the title? (02:06:16) George Pickens signs franchise tag Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mason and Ireland tip off the show today previewing game five tonight between the Lakers and Rockets! Will Austin Reaves be back on the court tonight? Ohtani for the second time this season only pitched in a game instead of both ways. The Yankees are doing something for missed ABS calls, is it a good idea? Do the NY Knicks have the best celebrity row? Mychal Thompson and Pepe Mantilla are in for the rest of the show! Ice Breakers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys wrap up their conversation about OKC as The Empire and turn their attention to Brad Stephens winning exec of the year and, maybe more notably, Rob Pelinka receiving a single third place vote. 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

Contrary to some pockets in the Lakers fan base's beliefs, Austin Reaves coming back would be great for the Lakers. Anthony and Harrison explain why. 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

Reports are that Austin Reaves' return is looking pretty good for game five. The reports on Kevin Durant's are less positive. Anthony consider this a "please-win" game, also because of how OKC looked in sweeping the Suns. The guys react to the voting breakdown for the NBA's Executive of the Year award. 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

On today’s episode, Jason tells us about his newest investment in the sports card world and explains why he’s half in and half out on the industry. Next, Jason reacts to the Knicks winning again and taking a 3-2 series lead, giving Jalen Brunson credit for finally showing up while standing by his NBA Finals pick. Then, Jason looks at how insanely ordinary the Celtics looked in their Game 5 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, sending the series to a 3-2 lead. Later, Jason takes a closer look at the Spurs vs. Thunder matchup and gives Stephon Castle his flowers. Finally, Jason gives you his pick for Game 5 of the Rockets vs. Lakers matchup. #FSR Follow Jason on Twitter and Instagram. Click here to subscribe, rate and review all of the latest Straight Fire with Jason McIntyre podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Time for Sports Graffiti! Mason and Ireland discuss LeBron James legacy in this series vs the Rockets! What will be the key for the Lakers to win in game five tomorrow night? Are the Rockets the best offensive rebounding team ever? Is there an update on Edwin Diaz? Ted Lasso will be back for another season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a jam-packed episode of The Dunker Spot coming your way! First, Nekias Duncan and Steve Jones continue dissecting first-round playoff action! They share their biggest takeaways from this weekend's action, then talk through which of the trailing teams (Pistons, Nuggets, Rockets, Sixers, Blazers) may be cooked. From there, the guys shift to the WNBA to talk through the early returns of preseason action! Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever wowed with their tempo, while the early returns of the Liberty's spacing tweaks were encouraging. We got the debuts of Ariel Atkins (Sparks), Rickea Jackson (Sky), Chennedy Carter (Aces) and others. The rookies also made strong impressions! From lottery picks like Olivia Miles (Lynx), Lauren Betts (Mystics), and Gabriela Jaquez (Sky), to other first rounders like Flau'jae Johnson (Storm), Raven Johnson (Fever) and Cotie McMahon (Mystics); even later picks like Ta'Niya Latson (Sparks) and Rori Harmson (Mystics) had an impactful run. Nekias and Steve talked through what they liked, what they'll be monitoring, and what they're excited about in the upcoming slate of games. If you ever have NBA or WNBA questions, email us at dunkerspot@yahoo.com. 01:21 Knicks - Hawks 9:58 Cavs - Raptors 19:34 Pistons - Magic 29:55 Are they cooked: Nuggets vs. Timberwolves 38:21 Are they cooked: Lakers vs. Rockets 44:06 Are they cooked: Celtics vs. 76ers 47:59 Are they cooked: Spurs vs. Blazers 49:39 Are they cooked: OKC vs. Suns 54:00 WNBA Preseason Takeaways Subscribe to the The Dunker Spot on your favorite podcast app:

A member of the live audience asked about the amount of input teams have on Nike jerseys and whether the Lakers could push for gold jerseys rather than the current banana yellow coloring. Anthony explains how things work between Nike and the league and the role Tim Harris had in the current uniforms. 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 have been a super tight group dating back to the beginning of March. LeBron James has been a big part of that. Have these couple months changed the chances that he returns next season? Anthony explains whjy he thinks so, but that the Lakers must set aside any pettiness if they want him back. 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

In a loaded mailbag/Q&A session, Anthony answers questions about LeBron James' future with the Lakers, how he'd build around Luka Doncic with OKC in mind, what the rotations should look like with Austin Reaves potentially back and more. 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

"For the $5 lemonade?" The NBA Playoffs are heating up, and there are superstars around the league with major storylines surrounding them. Is Kevin Durant done in Houston? Is LeBron playing his way into returning to the Lakers next year? Did Jaden McDaniels punk the Nuggets? Did Dan curse Nikola Jokic? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join The Ringer's Bill Simmons and Zach Lowe LIVE on Netflix to break down the Rockets keeping their playoff hopes alive against the Lakers, and the Celtics taking a commanding 3-1 lead against the 76ers (0:31). Then, they recap the rest of the weekend's NBA playoff matchups, take a look at Donovan Mitchell's playoff history, discuss Nikola Jokic's struggles, and much more! (45:00). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Zach Lowe Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Eduardo Ocampo, and Chris Wohlers Give No Quits. Shop at your Local Duluth Trading Company Store or Online The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was NFL Draft weekend! Did your team get the player you wanted? What was your draft grade? Well, the Patriots reportedly didn't speak with Mike Vrabel on Saturday as he was with his family for Day 3 of the draft. Interesting. (6:40) Why did the Cardinals draft running back at No. 3? It makes no financial sense. None. Jeremiyah Love is getting $50 million guaranteed. That's the most in the NFL for a RB! (17:00) John Harbaugh already had to answer for his players. Malik Nabers was on a draft show talking about the Giants picks. Oh boy. Not what Harbaugh wanted to start his tenure off with the Giants. (24:16) The NBA playoffs are in full swing. Lakers are up 3-1. The Magic are up. The Timberwolves are up. Surprises some places, chalk elsewhere. Injuries galore. (30:21) There was a shooting at the White House Corespondent Dinner on Saturday. Just shocking that this continues to be okay. (38:48) The Kushner family is now in the baseball game. Josh Kushner has purchased a stake into the San Francisco Giants. What does it all mean? (44:45) Lew Wolff wrote a book. In the book he blames the Giants for the Athletics leaving Oakland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sunday-Thursday at 11:15 PM ET. Hosted by Emmanuel Acho with LeSean “Shady” McCoy and "Carebear" Kieran, the show brings hot takes, cold truths, and culturally forward conversations that connect sports and culture in real time. ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ Facebook Discord PrizePicks x Speakeasy Pick MORE or LESS. Win cash. Talk your talk. Play $5, get $50 in lineups →  PrizePicks | America's #1 Fantasy Sports App Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Hour 3 of the show, Jonas, Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington revisit Sean McVay's reaction to drafting Ty Simpson and explain why there is nothing to see here. Plus, the guys recap the NBA Playoffs regarding the Lakers and Timberwolves, we get a Glorilla edition of The Leftovers, and more!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

First Take begins with weekend NBA playoff takeaways! Any reason to worry about the Lakers after a game 4 loss? And, are you back in on the Spurs playoff train after Wemby's triumphant return? (0:00) Then, is it normal to trade five first round picks for a player then play said player 20 minutes per game. (25:15) Next, is it officially time for the Sixers to move on from Joel Embiid? Would anyone really trade for his monstrous contract? (40:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices