Episodes
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Larry Nance Jr. On Meeting Kobe, Playing With LeBron, The Cavs, His Small Business Initiative & More
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Larry Nance Jr. joins the Battle for LA show with Tomer Azarly. Nance Jr. talks about the Cavs' strong start, playing with Kobe Bryant, learning from LeBron James, his small business initiative helping locals in Cleveland, and much more. Follow Tomer on...
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Steph Curry’s Trainer Brandon Payne On Working With 2x MVP, His Rise To Stardom, & What To Expect
Renowned basketball trainer Brandon Payne joins the Battle for LA show with Tomer Azarly. Payne talks about how he got started as a trainer, becoming Steph’ Curry’s trainer, his rise to stardom, what to expect from the 2x MVP coming off a long layoff, and much more. Follow Tomer on...
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Richard Jefferson On Nearly Popping Bubble, LeBron, A**hole Tim Duncan, XBox over Playstation & More
Former NBA Champion and ESPN Broadcaster Richard Jefferson joins the Battle for LA show with Tomer Azarly. Jefferson talks about being inside the NBA bubble, the Champion Lakers, LeBron James, the Clippers' meltdown, starting his podcast, the NBA's future, and so much more Follow Tomer on...
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Danny Green On Lakers Title, LeBron, Death Threats, Next Season’s Early Start, Clippers, and More
Battle for LA Episode 67 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by 3-time NBA Champion Danny Green of the Los Angeles Lakers to talk about his 3rd NBA Championship, LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and death threats from fans. We also discuss laughing at the Clippers and responds to notion that he,...
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Michael Cooper Talks Bold Lakers Predictions, LeBron James, and Knockout In Showtime LA Locker Room
Battle for LA Episode 66 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by 5-time NBA Champion Michael Cooper to talk about the LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and the Los Angeles Lakers. We also predict how many titles the Lakers will win, the Lakers-Clippers rivalry, bold predictions, and old stories of…
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Reaction To Doc Rivers’ Departure, Preview Of Lakers/Heat NBA Finals
Battle for LA Episode 65 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by Justin Russo to react to the news of Doc Rivers’ departure from the LA Clippers franchise. We talked about what led up to the move and whether or not it’s the right move. We also preview the Lakers-Heat NBA Finals series, talk...
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Clippers-Nuggets Game 7 Preview; Lakers Rolling Through Western Conference
Battle for LA Episode 64 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by Justin Russo to preview Game 7 between the Clippers and Nuggets, what Doc Rivers must do, why this series even went 7. We also look at the Lakers running through the West and the critical adjustments Frank Vogel has made that...
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Clippers-Nuggets In 2nd Round: Reactions, Predictions, And More With Justin Russo
Battle for LA Episode 63 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by Justin Russo to break down the LA Clippers’ second round matchup against the Denver Nuggets. We look at what the Clippers did in the Mavs series, what they’ll need to do in the Nuggets series, predictions, and much more. Follow...
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Inside Clippers/Mavs, Lakers/Blazers’ Playoff Series
Battle for LA Episode 62 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by Justin Russo to break down Games 1 and 2 from the Clippers/Mavs series as well as the Lakers/Blazers series. Follow Tomer on Twitter/Instagram: @TomerAzarly for Clippers content Part of the ClutchPoints network Learn more about…
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Lakers, Clippers’ lock in top seeds, Preview of final week, NBA Bubble Awards, and NBA Awards
Battle for LA Episode 61 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly discusses the Lakers and Clippers’ seeding in the Western Conference as the seeding games come to a close. That, plus a brief playoff preview and a look at the NBA Award finalists plus the NBA Bubble Award candidates Follow Tomer on...
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Reaction to Clippers-Lakers, the NBA’s bubble, Magic City Lou Will, Week 2 of seeding games
Battle for LA Episode 60 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by Mirjam Swanson of the OC Register to discuss the Clippers-Lakers showdown on NBA opening night, both teams’ championship hopes, Lou Williams’ Magic City night, and more. Follow Tomer on Twitter/Instagram: @TomerAzarly for Clippers...
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Previewing Clippers-Lakers in NBA’s Orlando restart and best playoff matchups for both teams
Battle for LA Episode 59 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly is joined by Justin Russo to discuss the Clippers and Lakers in the NBA’s restart opener in Orlando as well as what to look for. We also preview the best potential playoff matchups for both teams. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA...
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Biggest concerns for Clippers/Lakers, the NBA restart, the Orlando bubble, and award winners
Battle for LA Episode 58 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the NBA’s restart, and how the Lakers and Clippers will adjust to the return to action. That plus concerns for both teams, our NBA awards picks, and more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers content...
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Andy Bernstein on NBA Return, Kobe Bryant, Restarting The Clock, life as a photographer, and more
Battle for LA Episode 57 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by legendary photographer Andy Bernstein to discuss his new podcast ‘Restarting the Clock,’ in partnership with the LA Times. We also discuss the NBA’s return, Kobe Bryant memories, different eras in the NBA, and so…
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Mike Penberthy on NBA return, LeBron James, Shaq and Kobe’s relationship, and more
Battle for LA Episode 56 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Los Angeles Lakers assistant coach Mike Penberthy to discuss the NBA’s return, the Orlando bubble, player safety, LeBron James, his favorite Shaq and Kobe memories, and so much more. Follow Ryan on…
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Danny Green on NBA return, LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, Spurs years, and more
Battle for LA Episode 55 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Los Angeles Lakers guard Danny Green to discuss the NBA’s return, the Orlando bubble, player safety, LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, his years with the Spurs, and so much more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram:...
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Chris Haynes details Kyrie-led Zoom meeting, NBA's return, being racially profiled, and more
Battle for LA Episode 54 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Yahoo! Sports NBA Insider Chris Haynes to discuss the Kyrie Irving-led Zoom meeting with NBA players, the ramifications of not playing, George Floyd’s death, being racially profiled by police, his favorite news...
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Metta World Peace on George Floyd, Drew Brees, Kobe, LeBron, Malice at the Palace, Lakers, and more
Battle for LA Episode 53 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by 2019 NBA Champion Metta World Peace to discuss George Floyd’s death, protests, Drew Brees’ comments, the post-Jordan Bulls, coaching the Knicks, Kobe Bryant, guarding LeBron James, the Malice at the Palace, and so...
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Reaction to George Floyd’s tragic death, protests throughout the U.S. and NBA’s target return date
Battle for LA Episode 52 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward address the outrage and protests throughout the United States following the wrongful death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. That, plus the NBA is eyeing a return for July 31st. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram:...
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Phil Handy on LeBron, Kawhi, the Lakers, Cavs 2016 title, Raptors 2019 title, how he got into coaching, and much more
Battle for LA Episode 51 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by 2-time NBA Champion and Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy to talk LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, the Cavs 2016 title, the Raptors 2019 title and so much more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers...
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Last Dance Finale Reaction, What Docs We Want To See Next, And Clippers/Lakers Open Up Facilities
Battle for LA Episode 50 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss ‘The Last Dance’ episodes 9 and 10, what documentaries we want to see next, and both the Clippers and the Lakers are opening up their practice facilities. NBA return coming soon? Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram:...
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Last Dance Reaction and the Future of the NBA Season
Battle for LA Episode 49 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss ‘The Last Dance’ episodes 7 and 8, who faced stiffer competition, and the latest Ono the NBA’s return to action. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers content Follow Tomer on Twitter/Instagram:...
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Pau Gasol Interview + Last Dance Reaction
ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss ClutchPoints’ latest interview with 2-time Lakers champion Pau Gasol as well as reactions to The Last Dance episodes 5 and 6. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers content Follow Tomer on Twitter/Instagram: @TomerAzarly for...
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Last Dance Ep. 3 & 4 Reaction, NBA looking to get players back in gyms
Battle for LA Episode 47 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the latest episodes of The Last Dance (Episodes 3 and 4) while also touching on the NBA slowly looking to get players back into team facilities for individual workouts. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for...
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Caron Butler on ‘The Last Dance,’ Kobe Bryant, the ‘Lob City’ Clippers, and more
Battle for LA Episode 46 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by 2011 NBA Champion and former 2-time All-Star Caron Butler aka “Tuff Juice” to talk about the quarantine life, the NBA hiatus, The Last Dance debut, his NBA title, time with the Clippers, and much, much more.Follow...
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Bob Garcia IV Talks Kobe's Final Game at Staples, NBA2K Player's Tourney and NBA's H-O-R-S-E Tourney
ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Sportscasting.com’s Bob Garcia IV to talk about the anniversary of Kobe Bryant’s final game of his NBA career. We also talk NBA 2K Players Tournament, a bet between Ryan and Tomer, as well as the NBA’s H-O-R-S-E tournament. Learn more about...
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2x NBA Champ Josh Powell on Kobe Bryant, his NBA career, the state of the league, and more
Battle for LA Episode 44 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by 2-time NBA Champion Josh Powell to talk about NBA’s coronavirus hiatus, his NBA career, the late legend Kobe Bryant, and more.Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers contentFollow Tomer on...
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Adam Morrison on Kobe Bryant, Michael Jordan, college career, NBA career, and more
Battle for LA Episode 43 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by 2-time NBA Champion Adam Morrison to talk NBA’s coronavirus hiatus, his college career, NBA career, his favorite Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant stories, as well as much more.Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram:...
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Steve Ballmer Buys The Forum and Who Belongs In The Basketball Hall of Fame
Battle for LA Episode 42 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss Steve Ballmer purchasing The Forum, paving the way for the new Clippers stadium to be built. We also discuss who does and doesn’t have a case for the Basketball Hall of Fame. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA...
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NBA Awards, Team USA Ramifications, When Can The NBA Return, and Legos With Ben Golliver
Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers content Follow Tomer on Twitter/Instagram: @TomerAzarly for Clippers content Part of the ClutchPoints network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Financial Ramifications Of NBA Hiatus, Star Wars, And What To Watch With Eric Pincus
Battle for LA Episode 40 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Bleacher Report and Basketball Insiders' Eric Pincus to discuss the financial ramifications of the NBA’s hiatus, what happens upon return, the Star Wars trilogies, movies/tv shows to watch during this break, and…
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If The Playoffs Started Today, Here’s How Things Would Look For The Lakers And Clippers…
Battle for LA Episode 39 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Justin Russo to discuss the updated timetable for the NBA’s return, what happens when it does return, to discuss the Western Conference playoff race if it started today, and much more. Follow Ryan on...
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Coronavirus Attack - Reaction to NBA Suspension, Rudy Gobert's Foolishness
Battle for LA Episode 38 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by SCNG’s Mirjam Swanson to discuss the NBA coming to a screeching halt due to the rapidly growing coronavirus, what’s the come, when can we get back to normal, and more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA…
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Clippers-Lakers Round III - Reactions and overreactions with Lakers Nation's Matthew Moreno
Battle for LA Episode 37 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Lakers Nation's Matthew Moreno to discuss Round 3 of the Clippers-Lakers showdown, LeBron James' MVP case, the best playoff matchups, and more. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers content Follow...
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Healthy Clippers looking scary, Lakers continue to charge ahead March begins
Battle for LA Episode 36 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the Clippers getting hot as they get healthy, the Lakers’ marching through February, betting odds, intriguing playoff matchups, MVP’s, and more.Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers contentFollow Tomer…
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Kobe Bryant Memorial reaction and a look-ahead at new-look Clippers and Lakers
Battle for LA Episode 35 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the Kobe and Gigi Bryant Celebration of Life event at Staples Center on 2/24. That, plus we look at the Lakers signing Markieff Morris, waiving DeMarcus Cousins, and the Clippers’ Marcus Morris on living with his brother....
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EMERGENCY EPISODE: Reggie Jackson is a Clipper!
Tomer and Ryan break down and react to the news that Reggie Jackson agreed to a buyout with the Detroit Pistons and will look to join Kawhi and PG in LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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All-Star Game Reaction - Kawhi Leonard wins newly named Kobe Bryant MVP award
Battle for LA Episode 34 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the 2020 NBA All-Star Game in Chicago. Lakers’ stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis showed out, but Clippers’ star Kawhi Leonard took home the first ever Kobe Bryant MVP award. That, plus an injury update and a look ahead...
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Clippers beat out Lakers for Marcus Morris at trade deadline; what now?
Battle for LA Episode 33 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the Clippers’ trade deadline move for Marcus Morris, the Lakers’ decision to stand pat, and what comes next for both teams in the buyout market as All-Star break nears. Visit Betonline.ag for a 50% welcome bonus with…
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NBA Week 17 - Still Mourning Kobe, Lakers/Clippers Approach Trade Deadline
Battle for LA Episode 32 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the Lakers' first home game since the passing of legend Kobe Bryant. We also discuss what each team will look to do as the trade deadline nears. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram:...
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The Kobe Bryant Episode
Battle for LA Episode 31 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the tragic passing of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, his daughter Gianna, and seven other passengers on board the helicopter that crashed on Sunday morning. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow Ryan on...
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NBA Week 14 - Lakers and Clippers Round 3 Preview, NBA All-Star starters named
Battle for LA Episode 30 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the upcoming matchup between the Clippers and Lakers. Also, NBA starters have been named, and Zion Williamson makes his NBA debut. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA…
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NBA Week 13 - Anthony Davis, Paul George go down, but Lakers & Clippers continue to roll
Battle for LA Episode 28 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss Anthony Davis and Paul George's injuries and how they've affected the Lakers and Clippers, respectively. Also, Kawhi Leonard is on a roll, Dwight Howard is showing up, the NBA's terrible 3-point shooting contest, trade...
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NBA Week 12 - Lakers rolling post-Christmas, Clippers struggle to find continuity, and more
Battle for LA Episode 27 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss Lakers and Clippers’ holiday schedule, the winners of the last week, the latest concerns for the Clippers and Lakers, what no one is talking about, and some trade deadline talks. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc....
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NBA Week 8 - Best of the week, concerns for Lakers and Clippers, and what no one is talking about
Battle for LA Episode 26 - ClutchPoints’ Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the winners of the lash week, the biggest concerns for the Clippers and Lakers, and what no one is talking about. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow Ryan on Twitter/Instagram: @RyanWardLA for Lakers content...
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NBA Week 7 - Grueling December begins for Clippers, Lakers and the most surprising reserves
ClutchPoints' Battle for LA Podcast Episode 25 - Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the Clippers upcoming road trip, the Lakers’ tough December, the most surprising reserves on each team, injury updates, plus Jared Dudley opens up on social media. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow...
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NBA Week 6 - Lakers the hottest team in the NBA as Clippers get Kawhi and Paul George back?
ClutchPoints' Battle for LA Podcast Episode 24 - Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss the Lakers’ 8 game winning streak, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope’s big-time contributions, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George's hot start for the Clippers, Montrezl Harrell’s case for Sixth Man of the Year, and more.…
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NBA Week 5 - Paul George & Kawhi Leonard's debut, LeBron's assists, a cool Lou Will story
ClutchPoints' Battle for LA Podcast Episode 23 - Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss Kawhi Leonard and Paul George's first game together, LeBron James passing, Patrick Beverley's all-around game, the Lakers' hot start, and more. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow Ryan on...
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NBA Week 4 - Kawhi's load managing, Dwight's resurgence, Paul George's return, and AD's injury
ClutchPoints' Battle for LA Podcast Episode 22 - Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward discuss Dwight Howard's resurgence with the Lakers, Anthony Davis' recurring shoulder injury, Kawhi Leonard's load management fiasco, and Paul George's impending return. Produced and edited by ClutchPoints, Inc. Follow…
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Gary, The Lakers Sign Guy, Talks Shaq, Kobe, Jack Nicholson, Kawhi, and Paul George
ClutchPoints' Battle for LA Podcast Episode 21 - Tomer Azarly and Ryan Ward are joined by Gary Martin, the Lakers Sign Guy who you can catch at every Lakers' home game. Martin discussed how he became a Lakers fan, shares stories on Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, Jack Nicholson, and even gives...
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