Podcast appearances and mentions of Marcus Smart

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Man listen… Bubba Dub is HEATED after the Lakers get sent home!

In the latest episode of The Big 3 NBA Podcast, hosts Gary Washburn, A. Sherrod Blakely, and Kwani Lunis discuss the possibility of the Celtics acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks. If the deal involves Jaylen Brown being dealt, is it worth it for the Celtics? Later, they discuss the possibility of a Marcus Smart reunion in Boston. 0:00 - Intro 3:00 - Celtics Are Interested in Giannis 8:38 - Sherrod Is AGAINST the Trade 12:00 - Is a Trade Realistic? 16:00 - Gary's Risk Evaluation 23:10 - PrizePicks 25:20 - Marcus Smart Reunion? 34:00 - Other Free Agency Targets 41:30 - Wrapping Up! Celtics on CLNS Media is Powered by:

Jim opens the show praising Ajay Mitchell's performance. Is he a potential super max player? Do the Thunder have financial decisions they need to make with him and J-Dub? Was SGA wrong to acknowledge he is shaking off rust rather than crediting the defense of Marcus Smart?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jim opens the show praising Ajay Mitchell's performance. Is he a potential super max player? Do the Thunder have financial decisions they need to make with him and J-Dub? Was SGA wrong to acknowledge he is shaking off rust rather than crediting the defense of Marcus Smart? Are you concerned with Shohei Ohtani's slump? Was Tony Gwynn human or a machine? What do you do with Ajay Mitchell at the end of his contract? Would the Thunder entertain a trade after the season? Who would suit up for the all-time Thunder team?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.

Send us Fan MailI set my 2026 NBA Playoffs second-round power rankings for the eight teams left, then I pick every series with the key matchups I'm watching. I'm high on the Thunder, I think the East has a real chance to go the distance, and I keep coming back to health as the swing factor for everything. • Playoff power rankings from Thunder to Lakers based on form and injuries • Thunder vs Lakers prediction with SGA pressure points and Marcus Smart's role • Why the Lakers' regular season results vs OKC matter • Spurs vs Wolves prediction built around Anthony Edwards' return timeline • Wembanyama vs Gobert and whether strength can neutralize length • Pistons vs Cavs prediction focused on Cade Cunningham and perimeter defense • What Detroit can throw at Donovan Mitchell and what Cleveland can throw at Cade • 76ers vs Knicks prediction with Embiid health, free throws, and Maxey vs Brunson • Wing depth as the X factor and a quick coaching comparison Let me know in the comment section below. Who do y'all have for the power rankings for the playoffs? And who do you have winning the series? If you want to throw in something like your X Factors, too, I'm welcome to hear it. So please make sure to like, subscribe, comment, tell anyone who's anyone about the show. Support the showhttps://linktr.ee/GetABucketShow for more content!!!

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.

Jason and Mike have the two biggest reasons the Lakers are up 3-0 on the Rockets. And Ime Udoka throws the Houston Rockets under the bus after tonight’s loss. Plus, an appreciation moment for Marcus Smart! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Dyer joins to discuss the wild Lakers Rockets series, LeBron James and Marcus Smart's play, the Celtics battle with Paul George, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle's explosions, plus concern for the Knicks and Nuggets? Support at ⁠www.patreon.com/thinkingbasketball 

The first round matchup between the Lakers and Rockets had the teams headed to Houston for Game Three on Friday Night. And with the Lakers giving up their lead late in regulation, it took a clutch three from LeBron James (29 points, 13 rebounds), and a takeover from Marcus Smart (21 points, 10 assists, 5 steals) in Overtime as the Lakers squeak out a 112-108 victory to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, how close Austin Reaves and Luka are to coming back on the court, and what lies ahead for Game Four. It's the Lakers and Rockets in Game Three of the NBA's First Round Playoffs, and we're here to cover it all on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!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!

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Friday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Esler close out the week on Cash That Ticket, the sports betting podcast on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, with three NBA playoff Game 3s and a full MLB Friday card on the board. The guys are coming off a 3-and-2 individual week and a 6-and-4 combined mark, and they are locked in to finish strong. On the NBA side, the show opens with a deep breakdown of Celtics and 76ers in Philadelphia, where Dave admits he loves the Sixers at plus seven and a half despite his loyalty to Boston, pointing to VJ Edgecombe and Tyrese Maxey as two players capable of shooting right over the Celtics defense at home. Munaf fires back with a compelling multi-year trend under head coach Joe Mazzulla showing Boston at 12-and-2 straight up and against the spread in playoff road games following a loss, including five straight covers and seven wins in the last eight such situations, every one by at least eight points. He also notes positive shooting regression is coming for Derrick White, Jayson Tatum, and Sam Hauser after a combined cold night in Game 2. Moving to Houston, the short-handed Lakers hold a stunning two-game series lead with Luke Kennard and Marcus Smart having combined for 48 points in Game 2, and both hosts land on the Lakers plus eight and a half while debating whether the over makes more sense given how suppressed the total has become. Munaf makes the case that Reed Sheppard's 11 minutes of playing time in Game 2 is the single biggest problem for Houston's offense, and he names Kevin Durant points over 23.5 as his prop bet of the night given Durant's 41 minutes of usage and his role as the Rockets' primary scoring option in a must-win home environment. In Portland, Victor Wembanyama's concussion status dominates the conversation as the Spurs arrive with their best player officially listed as questionable. Both hosts lean the over given the pace rankings of both teams and Portland's higher three-point accuracy at home, while Dave endorses the Blazers team total over and names Robert Williams III points, rebounds, and assists over 15 at minus 122 as his best bet of the day, citing Williams' 11-point, nine-rebound, four-assist performance off the bench in Game 2. Munaf backs Jrue Holiday PRA over 27.5 on FanDuel as his other best bet, building the case around Holiday's 30 PRA in Game 2 and his locked-in usage for Portland. On the MLB side, Dave highlights the Nationals and White Sox over as a prime bullpen game spot with favorable weather and two of the worst relief corps in baseball, while Munaf adds the Brewers at plus odds against Paul Skenes, the Yankees team total over against Lance McCullers Jr., and the Cleveland Guardians riding a nine-and-one straight-up after-a-loss trend against Max Scherzer and Toronto. Use promo code PICK25 at pregame.com for 25 percent off everything including Uncle Dave's season-long best bet package and all-access football picks at an already-discounted price. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2026 NBA Playoffs are officially underway, and there's already plenty of drama, surprises, and bold storylines shaping the postseason. In this episode of In The Lab with Hoopsology, Matt Thomas and Allan Munzer break down the biggest takeaways from the first round of the NBA Playoffs, including the Los Angeles Lakers' surprising dominance over the Houston Rockets. Is this the end for Houston, or can they turn things around? We also dive into: The impact of the NBA Play-In Tournament and whether it's still a success Why the Lakers look more dangerous than expected Key performances from players like Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard Early reactions to contenders like the Boston Celtics, Denver Nuggets, and Oklahoma City Thunder Injury concerns, including Victor Wembanyama and how it impacts the Spurs Rising teams like the Portland Trail Blazers and Cleveland Cavaliers Bold predictions for the rest of the NBA postseason Whether you're a die-hard NBA fan or just catching up on playoff action, this episode gives you in-depth analysis, strong opinions, and everything you need to know about the current state of the league. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe to Hoopsology for more NBA coverage, interviews, and basketball insight. Podcast Person? Subscribe here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2sIa6O4u4TnIBSygXu9qDm?si=acff6d3796a14c9a Or search “Hoopsology” anywhere else you listen to podcasts! Join the conversation!  Twitter: https://twitter.com/hoopsologypod  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hoopsologypod/  IG:  https://www.instagram.com/hoopsologypod/  Email: Hoopsologypod@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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.

Jared and Mo discuss and dissect all the Game 2 action, including the Rockets' struggles against the Lakers, Victor Wembanyama's injury and the Blazers' subsequent victory, the Sixers' surprising win over the Celtics, and the Timberwolves and Hawks' comeback wins over the Nuggets and Knicks. Then they get into Wednesday night's 1-8 games and the latest in the coaching carousel.  1:39 Lakers-Rockets 17:46 Spurs-Blazers 29:52 Celtics-76ers 41:24 Nuggets-Timberwolves 50:13 Knicks-Hawks 1:06:04 Pistons-Magic 1:11:59 Thunder-Suns Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Wednesday. Wednesday, April 22, 2026 on Cash That Ticket, Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Esler open a loaded episode fresh off a two-and-oh best bet night, with Jrue Holiday delivering for Portland and the Celtics-Sixers under cashing in a tightly contested Game 2 that evened the Eastern Conference series heading back to Philadelphia. The big injury news from Tuesday night centers on Victor Wembanyama, who went down hard in the second quarter against Portland after hitting his chin on the floor and has been placed in the NBA's concussion protocol, a development both hosts expect to cost him at minimum Games 3 and 4 of the Spurs-Blazers series and one that will reshape betting lines across the Western Conference bracket as the week progresses. Over in the Lakers-Rockets series, Munaf and Dave dig into why a short-handed Los Angeles team is up 2-0 on Houston, crediting LeBron James and an unexpected backcourt of Luke Kennard and Marcus Smart, who combined for 48 points in Game 2 while Kevin Durant finished with nine turnovers and just three second-half points despite being the more heralded star in the matchup. The depth of the analysis on Game 2 between Orlando and Detroit is where this episode really locks in, with Dave identifying the matchup problem Detroit faces against a Magic team that has size, length, and balance in their starting five, while Munaf breaks down the free throw disparity, the paint differential, and the realistic expectation of positive shooting regression from Desmond Bane and Jalen Suggs, who combined to go 4-of-18 from three in Game 1 while Cade Cunningham accounted for nearly 39 percent of the Pistons' entire offensive output on his own. Both hosts land on Orlando plus 8.5 with Munaf adding the money line as a secondary consideration, and neither would be shocked to see the eight seed leave Detroit with a 2-0 series lead. The Oklahoma City Thunder discussion arrives at the same conclusion via a different path, with Dave and Munaf breaking down why Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 25 points on 5-of-18 shooting in a blowout win tells you everything you need to know about the talent gap between the defending champions and a Phoenix Suns team whose three best offensive players combined for seven total assists in Game 1. Dave targets the Suns team total under and the Thunder in the first quarter, while Munaf rides the Thunder team total over 116.5, reasoning that Oklahoma City can hit that number while still pulling their starters in the fourth. The MLB segment covers a full Wednesday card headlined by Shohei Ohtani on the mound for the Dodgers against the Giants, Max Fried facing Ranger Suárez in a Yankees-Red Sox clash at Fenway, Walker Buehler looking to extend his comeback against Colorado, and a Mets team that has now dropped twelve straight games, prompting dark comedy and real sympathy in equal measure. Dave's best bet is the Mets-Twins first five innings under 4.5, built around a young Minnesota arm named Pryor who has elite strikeout numbers in the minors and faces a Mets lineup that has been historically quiet. Munaf's best bet is the Cade Cunningham PRA over 45.5 at minus 108 on DraftKings, banking on guaranteed usage, shot volume, and multi-category production from the Pistons' only reliable offensive weapon in what amounts to a must-not-lose Game 2. Remind yourself to use promo code PICK25 at Pregame.com for 25 percent off anything on the site through May 5th, including football season all-access subscriptions, and lock in before prices climb heading into the NFL Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How likely is it that guys like Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard can sustain this level of play? And how much will things change as the series shifts to Houston? ESPN's Tim Legler stops by and talks about how impressed he's been with LeBron (obviously), JJ Redick and the role players that have stepped up. It's Windy Wednesday! Brian Windhorst joins the guys in studio to talk about what he saw in last night's implausible win and LeBron's leadership. Kap asks Windy which series so far has been the most surprising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

start Last night's NBA Playoff actionLuke Kennard and Marcus Smart help lead LakersWemby's concussionTrailblazers top SpursVJ Edgecombe goes off00:27:00 Mike WallaceNBA Playoff energyWhich top seeded team is in the most trouble?Portland's cheap ass ownerThomas Haugh returning to Florida00:51:00 DeAngelo Williams01:12:00 WTFLeaf blower to the faceAvs fans break glassBane v. StewartNew look Info WarsWNBA tiered media members

NBA Playoffs First Round Game Two of the Lakers and Rockets came up on Tuesday night from the Crypt with the Lakers looking to go up 2-0 and the Rockets trying to even the series. And despite a return of Kevin Durant for the Rockets, the Lakers pulled together and got prime performances from LeBron James, Marcus Smart, and Luke Kennard as the Lakers continually fended off Houston to get a gritty, hard-fought 101-94 victory, giving the Lakers a 2 games to 0 lead as the series now shifts to Houston for Game Three on Friday. Tune in as the guys break down the game, the updates on Luka and Austin, an update on the day's other playoff games, and when the next game takes place in Houston. It's the Lakers and Rockets in Game Two of the First Round of the NBA Playoffs, and we're here to cover it all right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!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!

  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

Migros Hemen'in sunduğu Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, Play-off'larda ilk maçların ardından sonuçları ve eşleşmeleri değerlendiriyor.  Sohbet, Detroit Pistons karşısında sürpriz bir galibiyet alan Orlando Magic ve Atlanta Hawks karşısında favori konumunda olan New York Knicks'in aldığı galibiyetlerle başlıyor.  Playofflardaki ideal stratejinin geçen sezon Indiana Pacers'ın uyguladığı strateji olduğu vurgulanıyor. Geniş rotasyonun önemi, iç saha galibiyeti alan takımların deplasmandaki performansının belirleyici olacağının belirtilmesinin ardınan eşleşmelere geçiliyor.  Doğu Konferansı ile başlayan sohbete, Orlando Magic-Detroit Pistons eşleşmesiyle girizgah yapılıyor. Magic'in, Pistons'a karşı ters gelmesi, Pistons'un Cade Cunningham dışında sahada pek varlık gösterememesi gibi konuların ardından Boston Celtics-Philadelphia 76ers eşleşmesiyle sohbet devam ediyor.  Celtics'in rahat bir galibiyet almasına Joel Embiid'in yokluğu üzerinden yapılan yorumların ve 76ers'ın savunma zaafiyetinin vurgulanmasının ardından New York Knicks-Atlanta Hawks eşleşmesine geçiliyor.  Doğu'da son olarak Cleveland Cavaliers-Toronto Raptors eşleşmesi konuşuluyor ve ardından Batı'ya geçiliyor.  Batı Konferansı sohbeti, son şampiyon Oklahoma City Thunder'ın Phoenix Suns karşısında aldığı galibiyetle başlıyor. Ardından San Antonio Spurs-Portland Trail Blazers eşleşmesine geçiliyor. Ardından Denver Nuggets-Minnesota Timberwolves eşleşmesi ile sohbet devam ediyor.  Anthony Edwards'ın sakat sakat gösterdiği performans ön plana çıkarılırken, Nikola Jokic'in savunma zaafiyetinin ardından son olarak Los Angeles Lakers-Houston Rockets eşleşmesine geçiliyor.  Lakers'ta Austin Reaves ve Luka Doncic'in yokluğunda LeBron James'in gösterdiği performans ön plana çıkarılıyor. Houston Rockets'ın Los Angeles Lakers karşısında planladığı savunma eşleşmelerinin hatalı oluşu, Amen Thompson başta olmak üzere Rockets'ın yaşadığı faul yapma problemine dikkat çekiliyor.  Luke Kennard ve Marcus Smart'ın performanslarına Houston Rockets'ın karşılık verememesi, Alperen'in performansı, Durant'in yokluğu ve daha fazlası bu bölümde konuşulan konular arasında.  Keyifli dinlemeler!

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.

Migros Hemen'in sunduğu Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, Play-off'larda ilk maçların ardından sonuçları ve eşleşmeleri değerlendiriyor. Sohbet, Detroit Pistons karşısında sürpriz bir galibiyet alan Orlando Magic ve Atlanta Hawks karşısında favori konumunda olan New York Knicks'in aldığı galibiyetlerle başlıyor. Playofflardaki ideal stratejinin geçen sezon Indiana Pacers'ın uyguladığı strateji olduğu vurgulanıyor. Geniş rotasyonun önemi, iç saha galibiyeti alan takımların deplasmandaki performansının belirleyici olacağının belirtilmesinin ardınan eşleşmelere geçiliyor. Doğu Konferansı ile başlayan sohbete, Orlando Magic-Detroit Pistons eşleşmesiyle girizgah yapılıyor. Magic'in, Pistons'a karşı ters gelmesi, Pistons'un Cade Cunningham dışında sahada pek varlık gösterememesi gibi konuların ardından Boston Celtics-Philadelphia 76ers eşleşmesiyle sohbet devam ediyor. Celtics'in rahat bir galibiyet almasına Joel Embiid'in yokluğu üzerinden yapılan yorumların ve 76ers'ın savunma zaafiyetinin vurgulanmasının ardından New York Knicks-Atlanta Hawks eşleşmesine geçiliyor. Doğu'da son olarak Cleveland Cavaliers-Toronto Raptors eşleşmesi konuşuluyor ve ardından Batı'ya geçiliyor. Batı Konferansı sohbeti, son şampiyon Oklahoma City Thunder'ın Phoenix Suns karşısında aldığı galibiyetle başlıyor. Ardından San Antonio Spurs-Portland Trail Blazers eşleşmesine geçiliyor. Ardından Denver Nuggets-Minnesota Timberwolves eşleşmesi ile sohbet devam ediyor. Anthony Edwards'ın sakat sakat gösterdiği performans ön plana çıkarılırken, Nikola Jokic'in savunma zaafiyetinin ardından son olarak Los Angeles Lakers-Houston Rockets eşleşmesine geçiliyor. Lakers'ta Austin Reaves ve Luka Doncic'in yokluğunda LeBron James'in gösterdiği performans ön plana çıkarılıyor. Houston Rockets'ın Los Angeles Lakers karşısında planladığı savunma eşleşmelerinin hatalı oluşu, Amen Thompson başta olmak üzere Rockets'ın yaşadığı faul yapma problemine dikkat çekiliyor. Luke Kennard ve Marcus Smart'ın performanslarına Houston Rockets'ın karşılık verememesi, Alperen'in performansı, Durant'in yokluğu ve daha fazlası bu bölümde konuşulan konular arasında. Keyifli dinlemeler!

First Take resumes with 3 cups Vintage LeBron, 1/3 cup Luke Kennard 40%+ from three, and 2 tsp. Marcus Smart defensive disruption. (0:00) Then Kawhi Leonard planted roots in LA six years ago. Is his time as a Clipper running out? (10:30) Next, Mel Kiper Jr. convinces Stephen A. that Sonny Styles to the Cowboys at 6 (after a trade) may be the missing piece to their much maligned defense! (22:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers are taking on the Phoenix Suns tonight. Suns will be without star player Devin Booker. LeBron will play on a 2nd night of a back to back and also Marcus Smart is off the injury report. Beto Duran comes in studio to hangout with guys ahead of tonight's matchup. Do you know that Producer Deondre has not watched one episode of Law & Order? SHOP TALK Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sedano tells Kap about Bagelfest but then Kap finds out the cost and finds it unbelievable. Then they get into tonight's Lakers-Thunder game and whether it's a “temperature check” game for LA. Dr. Klapper stops by and talks bagels, Marcus Smart's injury along with his  concerns about Dodgers pitcher Gavin Stone being moved to the 60-day injured list, despite spending all of last season recovering from shoulder surgery. Kap has another story from the Kings game about the famous actor Jon Hamm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hapless Wizards are next on the docket for the Lakers as Washington strolled on by the Crypt as they looked to end their season as fast as possible with a matchup against LA. And with Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart both out, the Lakers looked to LeBron James with a triple-double (21 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists), Luke Kennard and Austin Reaves (19 points each), and the center pair of DeAndre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes (a combined 31 points, 14 rebounds, and five blocked shots) to get the job done as the Lakers turned a 40-18 second quarter into an outcome that was never in doubt the rest of the way as the Lakers cruised to a 120-101 victory or the Wiz. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the Lakers without Luka and Smart in the lineup, how the team fared against one of the worst teams in the NBA, the reality of Bronny James possibly making a rotation contribution, and what's up next for the team on the schedule. It's the Lakers and Wizards to start an important week for LA, and we've got you covered right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!Follow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!The MVP Race is heating up, and Best League has got it covered on his site https://mvprace.top/Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW on Steam. Play it today!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 Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU!Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Please 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!

Migros Hemen'in sunduğu Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, NBA yönetiminin tanking yapan takımlara karşı getirmeyi planladığı kural değişikliklerini ve bu senenin şampiyonluk adaylarını konuşuyor.   Sohbet, NBA Komisyoneri Adam Silver'ın tanking yapan takımlara yönelik getirmeyi planladığı yeni değişikliklerin değerlendirilmesiyle başlıyor. Draft sıralamasında iyi bir pozisyon almak için bilerek kaybetmeye çalışan takımların lig içerisindeki rekabete etki etmesi ve yeni kuralların olası yan etkileri masaya yatırılıyor.   Maç sayısının fazlalığına yönelik herhangi bir aksiyon alınmaması, "load management" etkisi, altmış beş maç kuralı gibi konuların konuşulmasının ardından, bu senenin şampiyonluk adaylarına geçiliyor.   Doğu Konferansı'nda Detroit Pistons'ta Cade Cunningham'in sakatlığı, Boston Celtics'te Jayson Tatum'un dönüşü, New York Knicks'in son dönem istikrarsızlığı, Cleveland Cavaliers'ın sürpriz yapma ihtimali gibi konular konuşuluyor.   Batı'da ise Houston Rockets, Phoenix Suns, Minnesota Timberwolves gibi takımların ardından Los Angeles Lakers dosyası açılıyor. Luka Doncic'in yüksek performansının yanında, Lakers'ın dar rotasyonu, LeBron James'in yeni rolüyle DeAndre Ayton ve Marcus Smart'ın takım üzerindeki etkileri konuşuluyor.   Programın son bölümünde ise Denver Nuggets ve San Antonio Spurs'ün şampiyonluk ihtimalleri konuşuluyor.   Denver Nuggets ve Nikola Jokic'in Oklahoma City Thunder'ı durdurabilme ihtimalleri, San Antonio Spurs'te De'Aaron Fox vr Stephon Castle'ın performanslarıyla Victor Wembanyama'nın karşılaşacağı sert savunma ve çok daha fazlası bu bölümde.   Keyifli dinlemeler!

Migros Hemen'in sunduğu Potacast'in yeni bölümünde Kaan Kural ve Orkun Çolakoğlu, NBA yönetiminin tanking yapan takımlara karşı getirmeyi planladığı kural değişikliklerini ve bu senenin şampiyonluk adaylarını konuşuyor. Sohbet, NBA Komisyoneri Adam Silver'ın tanking yapan takımlara yönelik getirmeyi planladığı yeni değişikliklerin değerlendirilmesiyle başlıyor. Draft sıralamasında iyi bir pozisyon almak için bilerek kaybetmeye çalışan takımların lig içerisindeki rekabete etki etmesi ve yeni kuralların olası yan etkileri masaya yatırılıyor. Maç sayısının fazlalığına yönelik herhangi bir aksiyon alınmaması, "load management" etkisi, altmış beş maç kuralı gibi konuların konuşulmasının ardından, bu senenin şampiyonluk adaylarına geçiliyor. Doğu Konferansı'nda Detroit Pistons'ta Cade Cunningham'in sakatlığı, Boston Celtics'te Jayson Tatum'un dönüşü, New York Knicks'in son dönem istikrarsızlığı, Cleveland Cavaliers'ın sürpriz yapma ihtimali gibi konular konuşuluyor.Batı'da ise Houston Rockets, Phoenix Suns, Minnesota Timberwolves gibi takımların ardından Los Angeles Lakers dosyası açılıyor. Luka Doncic'in yüksek performansının yanında, Lakers'ın dar rotasyonu, LeBron James'in yeni rolüyle DeAndre Ayton ve Marcus Smart'ın takım üzerindeki etkileri konuşuluyor. Programın son bölümünde ise Denver Nuggets ve San Antonio Spurs'ün şampiyonluk ihtimalleri konuşuluyor.Denver Nuggets ve Nikola Jokic'in Oklahoma City Thunder'ı durdurabilme ihtimalleri, San Antonio Spurs'te De'Aaron Fox vr Stephon Castle'ın performanslarıyla Victor Wembanyama'nın karşılaşacağı sert savunma ve çok daha fazlası bu bölümde. Keyifli dinlemeler! 

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The Lakers started on what could be the toughest road trip of the season—their first stop...in Houston for game one of two straight games against the Houston Rockets. A second-half adjustment by JJ Redick had constant double-teams on Kevin Durant, which helped LA to force 22 turnovers. And despite scoring only four points in the first eight minutes of the fourth quarter, the Lakers were able to come up with a late-game run keyed by Luka Doncic (36 points), Deandre Ayton (7 points, 11 rebounds), and Marcus Smart (a dagger three late in the fourth) to get an important Western Conference victory, 100-92 over the Rockets. Check in with the LFB as we share thoughts on tonight's game, where the Lakers are in the Western Conference standings, and what may happen on Wednesday in game two against Houston. It's the Lakers and Rockets squaring off in the first of a two-game series to start the road trip, and we've got it covered for you right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!Join our ESPN March Madness Tournament Challenge Group today athttps://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=277&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=ac5a9bdf-631b-4813-b98e-45da40b39568Follow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!The MVP Race is heating up, and Best League has got it covered on his site https://mvprace.top/Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW on Steam. Play it today!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 Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU!Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Please 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!

Yes he is

The Lakers had another Saturday Night Primetime Television Matchup at the Crypt, this time against the Denver Nuggets, as they continued to battle it out in the Western Conference. And with heroics all around for the Lakers, including key games from Marcus Smart (21 points, five threes, five steals) and Austin Reaves (32 points), it was Luka Doncic (30 points, 11 rebounds, 13 assists) with the winning shot with 0.5 left as the Lakers came from behind late in regulation and pulled out a 127-125 victory. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, why this was a valuable team win for LA's confidence, how the team fares in their Western Conference battle, and how the days ahead are getting even tougher for the Lakers. It's the Lakers and Nuggets on Saturday night, and we've got it covered for you right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!Join our ESPN March Madness Tournament Challenge Group today athttps://fantasy.espn.com/tc/sharer?challengeId=277&from=espn&context=GROUP_INVITE&edition=espn-en&groupId=ac5a9bdf-631b-4813-b98e-45da40b39568Follow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!The MVP Race is heating up, and Best League has got it covered on his site https://mvprace.top/Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW on Steam. Play it today!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 Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU!Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Please 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!

Definitely keep him on the team

Verno and Jacoby discuss a couple of anticipated debuts as Jayson Tatum gets ready to suit up for the Celtics and Trae Young finally steps on the floor for the Wizards. They also get into SGA's fashion choice for a warm day in NYC.(00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch!(2:34) Thursday's games: Spurs are great with 71 points in the first half(7:45) Loves and loathes(7:54) Verno loves: Tatum returns and makes his 2025-26 debut(15:14) Jacoby loves: Trae Young debuts with the Wizards(18:33) Verno loathes: Jokic's dirty play(22:32) Jacoby loathes: Doc Rivers's retirement(24:19) Verno loves: NBC's throwback and storyteller era(31:23) Jacoby loves: The dangerous teams of the Eastern Conference(34:17) Verno loathes: Marcus Smart's ugly shots at Memphis(38:29) Jacoby loathes: SGA covered in fur from the nose to the toes(41:31) Verno loves: Two-way success stories(47:21) Jacoby loves: The Hawks' win streak heating up(50:33) Verno loathes: Scoot's struggles in the Grizzlies-Blazers game(56:19) Jacoby loathes: Sad-watching the Celtics lose with Bill SimmonsThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available.Leave us a message on our Mismatch Voicemail line! (323) 389-5091Hosts: Chris Vernon and David JacobyProducers:  Brian H. Waters and Jeff ShearinSocial: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Playoffs rock. Your heart is racing, your pulse is pounding, and every move is enormous! Are these guys worth putting on your team? The rest of the fantasy world seems to think so, but what about us? PLAYERS COVERED: Oso Ighodaro, Jayson Tatum, Marcus Smart, Guerschon Yabusele, Al Horford, Collin Sexton, Nick Richards, Justin Champagnie, Dylan Harper, Precious Achiuwa The Old Man Squad has a PATREON now. It's $1 and doesn't get a single benefit. It is entirely to support the mission here but won't change anything we do. https://www.patreon.com/cw/oldmansquad Follow Dan Besbris on Twitter: https://x.com/danbesbris Find Dan on the brand new BlueSky social network: https://bit.ly/3Vo5M0N Check out Dan's Google Sheet with Ranks, Weekly Streaming Schedule Charts & Injury Replacement Adds FREE! https://bit.ly/3XrAdEW Listen and subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3XiUzQK Listen and subscribe on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3ACCHYe Float on over to the new Old Man Squad Sports Network YouTube page to watch videos from the network's top talent: https://bit.ly/46Z6fvb Join the Old Man Squad Discord to chat with Dan and all the other hosts: https://t.co/aY9cqDrgRY Follow Old Man Squad Fantasy on Instagram for all our short videos: https://bit.ly/3ZQbxrt Podcast logo by https://twitter.com/freekeepoints Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

GP opens on the Grizzlies loss in Minnesota last night where Anthony Edwards went for 40pts. Plus Marcus Smart called Grizzlies fans the ugliest in the NBA.(34:22) Chris Vernon joins to contiue the Grizzlies discussion(54:40) Arizona State upsets Kansas, Dybansta says he could return to BYU, Florida outright SEC Champ, UCLA's wild season, Miami (OH) stays undefeated

The guys start the show reacting to the Lakers' win - did they simply beat another team at home that they were supposed to beat? Or are they actually getting it together and showing signs of being a good team? Big game from Marcus Smart - Kap asks Sedano, is he becoming the emotional/vocal leader of this team? Kap continues to rag on Luka for whining to the refs - and everyone is piling on, even the Pelicans announcer is annoyed - so the guys react! Dodgers talk with Berg! Berg gives an update on Roki Sasaki and the pitching situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers continued their brief homestand with a matchup against another struggling team, the New Orleans Pelicans. And with the Lakers and Pelicans trading leads through the first three and a half quarters, the Lakers used their defense (seven blocks in the fourth quarter) to key a 22-6 run late as the Lakers pulled away for a 110-101 victory. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, the Lakers turning up the defense with every starter in double figures and also having at least one blocked shot, Marcus Smart and his seven "stocks" (four steals, three blocks), and what's up ahead for the team this week with a big matchup on Thursday vs. the Nuggets. It's the Lakers and Pelicans, and we're here to discuss right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!Gerald appeared on the Stephan Piscano Podcast! Check out their conversation today at https://youtu.be/iyR-3qR3LVI?si=NxLGOhLtRFGwQq-wFollow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!The MVP Race is heating up, and Best League has got it covered on his site https://mvprace.top/Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW on Steam. Play it today!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 Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU!Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Please 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!

On this week's show Cedric Maxwell and John Zannis talk about Jayson Tatum's recovery from achilles surgery, Baylor Scheierman's shooting woes, Marcus Smart's heel turns and skinny Luka Doncic. Also Max reveals that his grudge against the Celtics for trading him before the 1985-86 season will NEVER die. Join this channel to get access to perks, exclusive content, rate games, moments, footage and LIVE NBA Legends Q&A and AMAs with members! Start on link below! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWJOKseXd--YsDaUsOt06gA/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Forsberg breaks down the Celtics' 103–84 loss to the Denver Nuggets, which capped their West Coast trip with a defeat and ended their win streak.    WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Forsberg and Kayla Burton break down the Celtics' 97–81 win over the Phoenix Suns, discussing another impressive defensive performance and what Joe Mazzulla has accomplished with this roster. WATCH every episode of the Celtics Talk podcast on YouTubeFollow NBC Sports Boston:NBCSportsBoston.comX @NBCScelticsFacebookInstagramTikTok Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Celtics comfortably took care of business on the road against the Lakers, cruising to a 111-89 victory against a Los Angeles Laker team.. Jaylen Brown & Payton Pritchard both helped spark the offense for the C's with Brown leading the way with 32 points in the victory while Pritchard continued his success off the bench adding 30 points in the victory. The Garden Report Postgame Show goes LIVE with CLNS Media's Jimmy Toscano, Bobby Manning, and Sherrod Blakely right after Celtics vs Lakers. 0:00 - Initial Thoughts from Celtics win 9:00 - Marcus Smart performance tonight 12:00 - Payton Pritchard steals show 20:00 - Talking about potential return date for Tatum 24:30 - Prizepicks 26:10 - Celtics defense shines 35:05 - State of Lakers 43:00 - Looking at where Jaylen Brown stands in MVP race 46:00 - Answering super chats 51:16 - Derrick White performance tonight 52:28 - When will Jayson Tatum return? 54:00 - Joe Mazzuala press conference 1:02:50 - Looking at Tatum and Brown return 1:10:00 - Bobby Manning joins the show 1:16:45 - Joe shuts down Bobby's question about Jayson Tatum 1:30:00 - Bobby thoughts on Celtics win tonight 1:36:00 - Wrapping up! The Garden Report on CLNS Media is Powered by: 

On today's episode, Grant Mona breaks down key postgame reactions from Los Angeles basketball and college hoops. Segment One — Lakers After Win vs. Clippers Grant opens with the Lakers' postgame interviews following their tight victory over the Clippers, where Luka Dončić scored 38 points with 11 assists and Austin Reaves added 29 in a 125–122 city rivalry win. JJ Redick praised timely contributions from Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton — including clutch baskets down the stretch — as the Lakers weathered a late Clippers rally. The hosts dissect the performance, how the Lakers controlled the final minutes, and what this says about their identity moving forward. Segment Two — Clippers & Bruins Reaction After Heartbreaker In the second segment, Grant recaps comments from Ty Lue, Brook Lopez, and Bennedict Mathurin after coming up short against the Lakers, focusing on defensive adjustments and leadership as they regroup. Then he pivots to college basketball with reaction to UCLA's incredible comeback vs. No. 10 Illinois, where Donovan Dent hit a game-winning layup in overtime to lift the Bruins 95–94 after trailing by 23 points — the largest comeback over a top-10 opponent in school history. Guests reflect on Mick Cronin's locker-room message and what the Bruins can build on after a historic rally. 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.

Anthony and Harrison debate JJ Redick's choices for fifth starter between Marcus Smart and Jake LaRavia. Again. 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 crew breaks down Scottie Barnes' Defensive Player of the Year case, Thunder backlash, Lu Dort chaos, and NBA fandom culture — plus Victor Wembanyama's powerful comments on current events. Basketball debates, culture talk, and real conversations all in one episodeThis week on Off The Screen, the crew dives into one of the most layered NBA conversations of the season. We break down Scottie Barnes' growing Defensive Player of the Year case after another clutch block, debate Oklahoma City's sudden villain arc, and unpack why players like Lu Dort, Draymond Green, and Marcus Smart generate so much controversy around the league. We also talk about NBA fandom culture — team loyalty vs player loyalty — and what it really means to appreciate greatness while staying loyal to your squad. The episode takes a serious turn as we react to Victor Wembanyama's recent comments on current events and immigration enforcement, discussing the NBA's global influence and the responsibility athletes carry when speaking on social issues. From clutch defense to culture conversations, this episode covers everything that makes basketball bigger than just the box score.00:00 — Cold Open & Weather TalkFlorida vs Northeast cold debate, setting the vibe. 01:40 — NBA Slow Stretch & Recent HighlightsScottie Barnes clutch block vs Chet Holmgren reaction. 02:30 — Thunder Hate Era BeginsOKC backlash, free throw complaints, falling public favor. 03:50 — Lu Dort Controversy Clip ReactionDebating physical play vs dirty play. 05:30 — Draymond Green Reputation DebateDirty player vs emotional competitor discussion. 06:20 — NBA “Villains” DiscussionGrayson Allen, Zaza comparisons, league agitators. 08:00 — Team Fans vs Player FansLeBron playoff trauma stories, fandom loyalty debate. 10:45 — Favorite Player Outside Your TeamKD praise, smooth scorers vs two-way stars. 13:30 — Energy Players DebateWestbrook, Giannis, Dillon Brooks, Marcus Smart culture talk. 16:20 — Wembanyama Statement TransitionShift into current events and NBA responsibility. 17:30 — Immigration Enforcement BreakdownMinnesota situation context and community impact discussion. 21:30 — Civil Rights & Due Process DiscussionPolice accountability, ICE, Border Patrol criticism. 25:00 — NBA's Global IdentityInternational stars and immigrant influence on the league. 31:40 — Wemby Quote ReactionRespect for Wembanyama speaking out despite PR pressure. 35:20 — Returning to Basketball TalkMood reset back to hoops. 37:30 — Scottie Barnes DPOY DebateAdvanced stats, clutch defense, Raptors defensive ranking. 41:45 — DPOY Voting Criteria DebateWinning bias vs defensive impact discussion.

The Lakers start out on the first game of their eight-game road trip with a stop in Mile High City as they face off against the Denver Nuggets. And with Luka Doncic (38 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists) and Marcus Smart (4-5 from 3 in the Second Half) keying a strong run in the second half, along with a commitment to focusing in on the defense (holding Denver to a 36-point second half), the Lakers took command in the fourth and held off the Nuggets 115-107. Check in with the LFB to get the 411 on what happened in the game, and where Tuesday's result leaves the Lakers in the Western Conference. Plus, does Jimmy Butler's season-ending injury spice things up for the NBA Trade Deadline? Find out our thoughts as the Lakers look to become the Road Warriors with their first stop being in Denver, and we have it covered for you right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast!Check out Yaron Weitzman's book, "A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers," which you can buy today on Amazon at https://tinyurl.com/y344ckmjFollow @DripShowshop for some awesome sports or pop culture merchandise!The MVP Race is heating up, and Best League has got it covered on his site https://mvprace.top/ Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW on Steam. Play it today! 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 Stone Hansen on Twitter @report_court, Alfred Ezman @alfredezman, and John Costa's channels: Clutch Talk- / @clutchtalkpod and Lakers Corner- / @lakerscorner and Legend350 on his new channel / @sportslegend2018 Special Deals today from our friends at #temu today at https://temu.to/m/u1samwbo8cc use code: aca785401 and you might save some $$$ at TEMU! Take a look at the line of Kinhank Mini PC's and retro game machines today at https://www.kinhank-retrogame.com?rs_ref=e8NA2Rm2 for some gaming and computing fun from Kinhank! Don't forget to watch the Lakers games with us LIVE at playback.tv/lakersfastbreak and our newest Lakers Fast Break merchandise site is now up at ⁠http://tinyurl.com/yerbtezk check it out! Please 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!

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There's never a bad time to talk ball, especially with a holiday full of hoops. We're dropping in with a special gift episode where LeBron James and Steve Nash discuss LeBron's time rehabbing in the G-League with the South Bay Lakers, how the offseason's acquisitions of Marcus Smart, Jake LaRavia and Deandre Ayton are making a huge impact, Bronny James finding his footing in the NBA, and how Lakers head coach JJ Redick is the shaping the teams' culture in his image.James and Nash also go in-depth on trending NBA topics — what makes Nikola Jokic the most complete offensive player ever, how Eric Spoelstra has revolutionized the Miami Heat's offense again, and why less guys play 1-on-1 after practice.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.