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Lake Show: Lakers sweep impressive weekend

The 30: The Lakers lose their third straight, LeBron James misses the Nuggets game with an injury and can the Lakers bench bring enough scoring to win a championship? With Ali Behpoornia

Can You Dig It?: The Lakers can close 2019 with a few statement wins

The 30: The Lakers improve 24-3 after sleepwalking to a win against the Hawks. With Sportsnet 650's Marcus Fitzgerald

I Love Basketball: Who is the Lakers' MVP through 25 games?

Can You Dig It?: The Lakers are deep, and they could get deeper

Talk-O Tuesday: More impressive so far LeBron or AD?

Lake Show: Could LeBron James help Kyle Kuzma get back on track?

The 30: Anthony Davis drops 50 on the Timbervolves, the Lakers 21-3 start and is Kyle Kuzma going to meet preseason expectations? with Alex Regla

ILYBB: Do the Lakers have a championship-caliber backcourt rotation?

Can You Dig It?: A conversation with Danny Green

Talk-O Tuesday: The Lakers snap their 1 game losing streak

Lake Show: Okay, just how tough is the Lakers' December schedule?

The 30: The Lakers 10 game winning streak ends. What are some flaws that were exposed in the loss to the Mavericks, is Kyle Kuzma the answer as the sixth man and a look at the December schedule. With Sportsnet 650's Marcus Fitzgerald

Talk-O Tuesday: Anthony Davis the Villain? Lakers Pelicans Preview

Lake Show: Pop is a system coach

The 30: The Lakers are an NBA best 14-2. Breaking down why they are off to such a hot start, praising Frank Vogel's coaching, how Rajon Rondo has helped the second unit, the mood and energy of the team in the locker room and more with Harrison Faigen.

Can You Dig It?: What is the Lakers' biggest need a month into the season?

Talk-O Tuesday: Lakers win 5th straight. KCP solid as a starter

Lake Show: Frank Vogel, coach of the year?

The 30: The Lakers improve to 11-2 after blowing out the Hawks. LeBron James continues his dominance, the Lakers lack of wing depth and the importance of Kyle Kuzma to the team's success. With Raj Chipalu

Progress reports for the 2019-20 Lakers

Are the Lakers really the best team in the Western Conference?

Talk-O Tuesday: Lakers beat the Suns. Vogel continues to impress as Lakers coach

Lake Show -- Anthony Davis injury update; State of sports coverage with Pete Zayas

The 30: The Lakers lose to the Raptors, why this is a good loss for the team, what flaws in the Lakers roster were exposed and how the team can continue to improve on its red hot start. With Sportsnet 650's Marcus Fitzgerald

Remembering the most underrated comebacks in Lakers history

Can the Lakers keep their hot streak going?

Instant Reaction: Lakers win 6th straight

Lake Show -- Anthony Davis kind of comments on free agency

The 30: The Lakers improve to 5-1 after beating the Spurs, Dwight Howard's impact so far, improving the team's depth and Magic's negativity is gone. With Anthony Irwin.

How much will Kyle Kuzma help the Lakers?

Anthony Davis. Good at basketball.

Lake Show: Lakers are streaking with Anthony Davis playing center, Alex Caruso playing at all

The 30: Breaking down the Lakers win over the Hornets. Alex Caruso only playing in the second half, Dwight Howard's monster game, Frank Vogel's rotation, LeBron and Anthony Davis and more with Sabreena Merchant

How can Rajon Rondo help the Lakers, if at all?

What can the Lakers learn from their regular season opener?

Instant Reaction: Lakers lose to Clippers on Opening Night

Lake Show: The season is FINALLY here

The 30: Previewing the Lakers season, the opener against the Clippers, Alex Caruso and Kyle Kuzma injury updates and predictions. With Ali Behpoornia.

Bold predictions for the 2019-20 Lakers

Lake Show: LeBron James responds to critics over Morey comments

What to make of LeBron James China comments

The 30: Breaking down how the Lakers look through their first three preseason games, how Frank Vogel is using Anthony Davis, scoring depth issues and how the team can improve defensively. With Alex Regla

How soon is too son to worry about the point guard situation?

What lineup should the Lakers close out games with?

Lake Show: Lakers prepare for China; Vogel scares with Caruso; Team identity is fascinating

The 30: Breaking down the Lakers first preseason game, how LeBron and Anthony Davis looked together and what other teams will try to do to slow them down. With part-time NBA assistant coach, Doug Eberhardt.

Takeaways from the first week of Lakers training camp

Which Laker will fill the void left by Kyle Kuzma?

Lake Show: Please stop telling us about Rajon Rondo impressing

The 30: The Lakers report for training camp and are preaching patience. Kyle Kuzma's importance to the Lakers success, plus preseason predictions for how both conferences will shake out. With Sportsnet 650's Marcus Fitzgerald.

Who should start for the Lakers next season?

Can You Dig It: Is this the best time ever to be an LA sports fan?

Kyle Kuzma expected to miss start of training camp

Lake Show: Lakers screw up DeMarcus Cousins situation

The 30: What are the keys to Frank Vogel's success as Lakers head coach, how LeBron James and Anthony Davis fit and how will they coexist on the offensive end, plus the best Lakers lineup. With Darius Soriano.

ILYBB: Saying fare thee well to The Machine and answering your myriad questions

The highs and lows of being a Lakers fan in the 2010s

Lake Show: Draymond Green credits LeBron James on his effort to empower athletes

ILYBB: Ranking the 100 Hottest NBA Players for 2019

Who can the Lakers target with the Disabled Player Exception?

Should Anthony Davis play the 4 or 5 for the Lakers?

Lake Show -- Lakers apply for DPE for DeMarcus Cousins, Andre Iguodala's agent responds

The 30: LeBron's motivation for the coming season, Dwight Howard says he isn't concerned with criticism from Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, plus Kobe doesn't want to help recruit free agents. With Marcus Fitzgerald

How will the Lakers load manage? Plus more from the mailbag

The 30: ESPN gives the Lakers the fourth-best odds to win the NBA title, LeBron James and Anthony Davis' MVP odds, Alex Caruso, plus Kobe dropping 55 on Michael Jordan and the Wizards

ILYBB: Who are the most likable Lakers of all time?

Is Dwight Howard still a starting-caliber center?

Lake Show -- Welp. The Lakers signed Dwight Howard

Dwight Howard is back with the Lakers, does Anthony Davis have a shot at winning MVP, what do the Lakers need from Kyle Kuzma, and the fan reaction to Andrew Luck's retirement. WIth ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz.

I Love Basketball: A Ritual Cleansing of the Sins of the Past Season

Which big man should the Lakers sign to replace DeMarcus Cousins? -- Can You Dig It?

Should the Lakers sign Dwight Howard, Joakim Noah or someone else?

I Love Basketball: DeMarcus Cousins' Devastating Injury and the Riddle of Rob Pelinka

Could Kentavious Caldwell-Pope crack the starting lineup?

Breaking down the Lakers 2019-2020 schedule

Rich Paul reportedly likes the idea of Anthony Davis in New York if the Lakers implode, Kyle Kuzma says he thought the young Lakers could've been a dynasty and a LeBron James deep dive. With Sportsnet 650's Marcus Fitzgerald

I Love Basketball: Javale McGee and the Starting Center Conundrum

What can Quinn Cook provide the Lakers beyond 3-point shooting?

Should Rajon Rondo be the primary PG for the Lakers this season?

The Lakers will be playing the Clippers on two of the biggest days of the NBA regular season, plus Frank Vogel's offense and rotations, and the Carmelo Anthony question. With part-time NBA assistant coach Doug Eberhardt

I Love Basketball: Let's Boogie, Baby

Can Avery Bradley have a bounce-back season with the Lakers?

Where does Alex Caruso fit in the Lakers PG depth chart?

The Lake Show: What you might not know about Kostas Antetokounmpo

Jerry West's son, Ryan, leaves the Lakers. Who are some candidates to be his replacement? Plus a preview of Jason Kidd's role with the Lakers as the top assistant coach to Frank Vogel and how Kidd can be an asset to the team. With Alex Regla

I Love Basketball: Jared Dudley is the thicc king we knew we needed

Will Danny Green be even better playing alongside LeBron James?

What does a successful season for Kyle Kuzma look like?

Lake Show -- Lakers Player Preview: Anthony Davis - Will he re-sign next summer?

The Lakers pickup Antetokounmpo, not Giannis but his younger brother Kostas, igniting the Greek Freak to LA in 2021 rumors, what NBA free agency means for small market teams and did Kawhi give the Lakers a fair chance? with Trevor Lane of Lakers Nation

I Love Basketball: The Originator and the Future of Player Empowerment Converge on the Lakers

Summer Mailbag: Who will surprise Lakers fans next season?

Will the Lakers struggle to make the playoffs this season?

Is next season really title or bust for the Lakers? : The Lake Show

Anthony Davis' introductory press conference with the Lakers, the impact of Kawhi Leonard's decision on small markets, how the Frank Vogel and Jason Kidd dynamic could play out and more with HOOP Mag's Josh Eberley

I Love Basketball: The Lakers and Clippers Journey Through Parallel Universes to the Same Position

Western Conference Power Rankings

Grading all the Lakers offseason moves

LeBron James will reportedly be running the point for the Lakers next season, Avery Bradley joins the Lake Show, Frank Vogel's tight leash and what happens in the stacked Western Conference with Marcus Fitzgerald

Kawhi Leonard reaction, Lakers go to plan B(oogie)

I Love Basketball: A Podcast Definitely Not About Kawhi

What will happen if the Lakers miss out on Kawhi Leonard?

Can the Lakers front office check all of Kawhi's boxes?

Lakers still waiting on Kawhi Leonard; reaction based on each scenario

Recapping a wild opening day of NBA free agency: The Lakers are still very much in the hunt for Kawhi Leonard, who can Rob Pelinka sign if the team gets or misses out on Leonard to fill out the roster, plus more with Harrison Faigen

The Lakers clear enough cap space to sign a max player, Kawhi is rumored to meet with the Lakers, could Klay be in the purple and gold? and more with Anthony Irwin

6/26: Marc Stein on Lakers, NBA Free Agency

Should D'Angelo Russell be the Lakers "top target" in free agency?

Which non-max free agents should the Lakers target?

D'Angelo Russell: Future-Future-Former-Future Laker

Will the Lakers be able to get a max cap space slot after the Pelicans trade the No. 4 pick to the Hawks? Should the Lakers choose depth over another superstar and a breakdown of the Talen Horton-Tucker pick with Jacob Rude

SPECIAL: NBA Bloggers’ Mock Draft Recap

Drink Deep From the Cup of Anthony Davis, Lakers Fans

The Lakers traded for Anthony Davis, but can they sign another star? It's complicated

What happens with Kawhi after the Raptors win the championship and what is holding up the Anthony Davis deal?

Is it Anthony Davis or bust for the Lakers?

Who are the Lakers bidding against for Anthony Davis?

Pelicans are listening to offers for Anthony Davis. You got this, Lakers

Will the Lakers actually be able to get an Anthony Davis trade done?

Lakers Exceptionalism, You're Our Only Hope

Free agency backup plans for the Lakers, and which star are they most likely to get?

The 30 podcast: LeBron putting on his recruiter cap, how Kyrie fits with the King, trade or keep the No. 4 pick and more with Harrison Faigen

Whoa Whoa Whoa It's Magic And, You Know, Coach Vogel Too

The 30 podcast: What do with the fourth pick, does Anthony Davis have any reason to stay in New Orleans, Kawhi or Kyrie, plus which Lakers are most like certain Game of Thrones characters with Sasha Ashall

5/15: Lakers shock the world, land No. 4 pick

Frank Vogel and Jason Kidd are here, and apparently Kurt Rambis was the real shadow executive all along

5/10 -- Lakers suffer latest embarrassment in failing to hire Ty Lue, so what's next?

The Magic of "The Shop" and Kawhi Oh My

Why Tyronn Lue is the right coach for the LeBron James AND the young Lakers

Not Quite 36 Questions to Fall in Lakers Love

How does the rest of the NBA view Rob Pelinka and the rest of the Lakers?

How long can LeBron James stay patient with the Lakers?

The 30 podcast: Are the Lakers going to settle for Boogie Cousins, Kurt and Linda Rambis being a part of the coaching search, plus Monty Williams or Tyronn Lue? with Sportsnet 650's Marcus Fitzgerald

Can You Dig It? Ep. 24: Would LeBron James consider leaving Los Angeles?

Show Tiempo: Lakers breakdown with The Big Lead's Ryan Phillips

Lake Show: Has Magic Johnson been the Lakers shadow executive all along?

I Love Basketball: Entering The Lakers Postseason Dreamscape

The 30 podcast: Rumors that some of Kawhi Leonard's teammates in Toronto believe he is heading to L.A., the 2019 NBA free agency class and who will be running the Lakers next season? with guest Harrison Faigen

Can You Dig It? Ep. 24: Who's going to step up and lead the Lakers?

Show Tiempo Lakers Awards Show

Lake Show: Lakers fans are really going to be stuck with Kurt Rambis and Rob Pelinka, aren't they?

I Love Basketball: Rest in Peace Luke Walton's Lakers Tenure

The 30 podcast: The wild week in Laker land, Rob Pelinka might get an increase role, LeBron wants to bring the Lakers back to championship and keep the player or let him walk, with guest Alex Regla

Can You Dig It? Ep. 23: What's next for Rob Pelinka and Luke Walton?

Show Tiempo: Magic Johnson steps down as Lakers president

Lake Show: LeBron James season in review; will Luke Walton actually get fired?

I Love Basketball: The Bald Eagle Soars Once Again

The 30 podcast: Juwan Howard being the betting favorite to takeover as Lakers coach, what Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka have to do this summer and LeBron, Inc: The making of a billion dollar athlete, with ESPN's Brian Windhorst

Show Tiempo: Keep losing, Lakers

Lake Show: LeBron's fart noise analysis of Lakers experiment is everything

I Love Basketball: Who's Your Daddy? (It's Lebron)

The 30 podcast: LeBron's camp reportedly not happy with Luke Walton and how have the South Bay Lakers guys looked in the NBA with guest Alex Regla

Can You Dig It? Ep. 22: Is Luke Walton down to his last days with the Lakers?

Show Tiempo: Lakers Pop Quiz

Lake Show: Why Jason Kidd would be a poor choice as head coach of the Lakers

I Love Basketball: One podcast, two generations of Dad Lebron

The 30 podcast: Jerry West's comments compared with Magic Johnson's, Jeanie Buss' leadership and Luke Walton's future with guest, ESPN's Jorge Sedano

Can You Dig It? Ep. 21: Who should the Lakers retain in free agency?

Show Tiempo: Why the Lakers deserve Zion Williamson

The Lake Show: Doc Rivers, Lakers have mutual interest? Deep dive on Luke Walton's coaching staff

I Love Basketball: The Knicks sweep up what's left of the Lakers

The 30 podcast: Lakers lose against the Raptors, rumors that Jeanie Buss contemplated trading LeBron and what it's like playing one-one-one against Kyrie Irving, with guest Charles Boozer

Can You Dig It? Ep. 20: Where did the Lakers go wrong in free agency?

Show Tiempo: LeBron James plays 33 minutes in Lakers win against Chicago

Lake Show: Magic Johnson, Rob Pelinka intro presser retroactive breakdown

I Love Basketball: Introductions and brand new roster constructions

The 30 podcast: LeBron's minute restriction, LeBron passing MJ and how the Lakers can fix their roster for next year with Josh Eberley from Hoop Mag

Can You Dig It? Ep. 19: Silver linings for the Lakers and more in the mailbag

Show Tiempo: Is it crazy for the Lakers to consider a trade involving LeBron James?

The Lake Show: Lakers all but officially eliminated; What went wrong?

The 30 podcast: Lakers get back in the win column and why Magic Johnson deserves some blame with Alex Regla

Can You Dig It? Ep. 18: Are playoffs still within reach for the Lakers?

Show Tiempo: Let's play the Lakers blame game with LeBron, Magic, Pelinka, Walton and more

How to Speak LeBron with the guys from "The Chase Down Podcast"

The 30 podcast: LeBron and Brandon Ingram lead the Lakers to a win against the Houston Rockets and more with Marcus Fitzgerald

Can You Dig It? Ep. 17: Lakers post All-Star break preview with NBA 2KTV's Chris Manning

Show Tiempo: Is LeBron James healthy enough to drive the Lakers into the playoffs?

Lake Show -- Game-by-game prediction on if the Lakers can make the playoffs

Show Tiempo: Lakers stumble into All-Star weekend with loss in Atlanta

The Lake Show -- A deep dive into Magic Johnson, Ben Simmons and the Sixers, cereal style

The 30 podcast: Rajon Rondo saves the day and post trade deadline talk with guest Sabreena Merchant

Can You Dig It? Ep. 16: Post-trade deadline reactions, what's next for the Lakers

Show Tiempo: Lakers blown out by Pacers while fans focus on Anthony Davis, LaVar Ball and the NBA trade deadline

The Lake Show: Bill Oram on Anthony Davis, Luke Walton, and the NBA Trade Deadline

The 30 podcast with Harrison Faigen

Can You Dig It? Ep. 15: The Anthony Davis Episode

Show Tiempo: Advice for Lakers fans desperate for Anthony Davis

The Lake Show: Emergency Anthony Davis Lakers trade rumors podcast

The 30 podcast with Alex Regla. Breaking down the Lakers loss to the T-Wolves.

Can You Dig It? Episode 14: Dennis Smith Jr., the point guard problem and a mailbag

Show Tiempo: Luke Walton's seat is ice cold

The Lake Show: How reporting shows the Lakers aren't actually interested in Carmelo Anthony

The 30 podcast with guest Yahoo! Sports NBA Reporter Seerat Sohi

Can You Dig It? Ep. 13: What would firing Luke Walton fix?

Show Tiempo: Beating the Bulls doesn't make us feel better

The Lake Show: How can the Lakers dig themselves out of rock bottom?

The 30 podcast hosted by Jas Kang

Can You Dig It? Ep. 12: Can the Lakers keep the streak alive?

Show Tiempo: Will LeBron James attend Rams vs. Cowboys?

The Lake Show: How much progress did the Lakers make against the Mavericks? Plus, John Ireland joins the show

The 30 podcast hosted by Jas Kang

Can You Dig It? Ep. 11: Is it time to move on from the young core?