Hoops Talk with Allen Sliwa
by AM 570 LA Sports & iHeartRadio
This channel is dedicated to serving Laker/NBA fans across the globe...Tune in Monday-Friday starting at 8am for daily Lakers content. In addition, we go LIVE after every Lakers Game for Instant analysis and reaction
Episodes
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Lakers Finding Their Identity? | Vando Earns More Minutes? | Ownership Drama
Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa is breaking down the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, analysis, and NBA storylines! What is the Lakers' new identity under Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves? How are the Lakers adjusting their playing style, and what does their early-season performance tell us about their...
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Lakers 4-1 Start | Areas To Improve | Impactful Role Players | Western Conference Shakeup
Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa is back this morning with Sammy Long and Eric Sklar hosting in place of Allen Sliwa! The show breaks down the Los Angeles Lakers’ 4-1 start to the 2026-27 NBA season. What has gone right for Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and the Lakers, and what areas still need improvement...
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Lakers Bounce Back vs. Clippers! | Role Players Step Up | Vando Gets His Chance
The Los Angeles Lakers bounce back with a 103-87 win over the LA Clippers! With Luka Dončić out, the Lakers' role players step up, Jarred Vanderbilt gets an opportunity, and the defense responds in a big way. Join Allen Sliwa LIVE on Hoops Talk as we break down the Lakers' impressive victory over...
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Lakers Defensive Struggles | Backup Center Concerns | Wide Open West? | Dave McMenamin
Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa breaks down the Los Angeles Lakers' defensive struggles against the Portland Trail Blazers. Can the Lakers fix their defensive issues, and what does the loss reveal about their chances in a wide-open Western Conference? Plus, we examine the Lakers' ongoing backup center...
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Lakers Suffer First Loss! | What Went Wrong Against the Blazers? | Postgame LIVE
The Los Angeles Lakers suffer their first loss of the 2026-27 NBA season, falling to the Portland Trail Blazers 136-129! Join Allen Sliwa LIVE on Hoops Talk for a full Lakers vs. Blazers postgame breakdown. After starting the season 3-0, the Lakers drop their first game as questions emerge about...
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Are We Overreacting to the Lakers? | Salary Won't Dictate Redick's Lineups | Trevor Lane
Join Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa as we break down the Los Angeles Lakers’ 3-0 start and ask the big question: Are the Lakers for real? Trevor Lane from LakersNation joins the show as a guest to discuss what’s working for Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, why their backcourt is clicking, and what the...
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Lakers Start 3-0! | Luka & Reaves Impress | What Is the Cost for a Backup Center?
The Los Angeles Lakers are off to a perfect 3-0 start to the 2026-27 NBA season! Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves are already making an impact as one of the NBA’s most exciting backcourts, but can the Lakers keep this momentum going? On today’s Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa, Sammy Long joins as a guest…
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Lakers Come Back to Beat Jazz! | Luka Drops 52 PTS & 10 AST | Reaves Adds 29
LUKA DONCIC DROPS 52 POINTS! The Los Angeles Lakers come from behind to defeat the Utah Jazz 132-123 and improve to 3-0 to start the 2026-27 NBA season! Luka Doncic puts together a monster performance with 52 points, 10 assists and 8 three-pointers, while Austin Reaves adds 29 points to help lead...
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Kessler & Reaves Lead Lakers Past Clippers! | Ziaire, Grimes & Thybulle Deliver | Turnover Issues
The Los Angeles Lakers defeat the LA Clippers 125-117 in the Battle of LA to improve to 2-0 on the season! Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler lead the way, while Ziaire Williams, Quentin Grimes and Matisse Thybulle provide important contributions in another Lakers victory. Austin Reaves finishes…
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Luka Being Overlooked? | Can Reaves Be an All-Star? | Lakers Trade Targets | Clippers Tonight
Join Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, NBA storylines, trade rumors, and the biggest questions facing the Lakers this season, with special guest Adam Auslund! 🏀 Is Luka Dončić Underrated? Are fans and NBA voters taking Luka Dončić’s greatness for...
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Lakers Blowout Warriors | Yaxel Lost Respect For Luka | Kessler's Historic Debut | Better This Year?
Join Sammy Long and Eric Sklar on Hoops Talk as they break down the Los Angeles Lakers’ dominant 127-105 opening-night win over the Golden State Warriors! Luka Dončić and the Lakers made a statement to start the NBA regular season, but does this performance prove they’re better than last year?...
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Lakers DOMINATE Warriors in Opener! | Kessler's Perfect Debut | Luka & Reaves Deliver
The Los Angeles Lakers open the 2026-27 NBA season with a dominant performance against the Golden State Warriors! Join us LIVE for Lakers postgame reaction, analysis, highlights, and a full breakdown of Opening Night! Walker Kessler delivers an incredible Lakers debut, going a perfect 12-for-12...
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Lakers Host Warriors | No Shot at a Title? | Can Reaves Be Top 25? | Anthony Slater
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as we break down the biggest Los Angeles Lakers storylines heading into the 2026-27 NBA season! The Lakers open their regular season tonight against the Golden State Warriors, and we’re discussing what to expect as Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves look to lead Los...
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Lakers Roster Deadline Today | Preseason: Good, Bad & Ugly | Big 3 Growing Pains?
Join Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa with special guest Sammy Long for the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, analysis, and NBA discussion as the Lakers face a crucial final roster decision ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. We'll break down the biggest takeaways from Lakers preseason action, the latest ESPN...
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Nuggets Control Lakers | Luka, Reaves & Kessler Play Together | Zaire Shines
The Los Angeles Lakers close out the 2026 NBA preseason with a 121-106 loss to the Denver Nuggets, but there are plenty of storylines heading into opening night! For the first time this preseason, Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler share the floor together, giving Lakers fans an...
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Knecht Trade Rumors | Starting Lineup Questions | NBA GM Survey | Jovan Buha
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing big questions as they look to compete for an NBA championship! 🏀 Are the Lakers exploring potential trades to improve their roster? Can this team realistically compete for a title, and who should be in the starting lineup? Join us for an in-depth discussion with...
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Lakers Projected 5th | Redick Challenges Kessler | Is Knecht Done? | Khobi Price
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, preseason takeaways, and expectations for the 2026-27 NBA season with Khobi Price! The Lakers have high expectations heading into the new season, but can Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and the rest of the roster...
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Kessler Impresses in Debut | Reaves Drops 28 | Sloppy 2nd Half
The Los Angeles Lakers fall to the Golden State Warriors 101-89 in NBA preseason action after blowing a 20-point lead and committing 30 turnovers! Despite the loss, there were plenty of positives for the Lakers. Walker Kessler impressed in his Lakers debut, finishing with 11 points, 9 rebounds…
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Lakers Preseason Concerns | Kessler's Debut? | Most Important Role Player?
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as we discuss the latest Los Angeles Lakers preseason concerns heading into the 2026-27 NBA season! What have the Lakers shown us so far, when will Walker Kessler make his preseason debut, and which role player will be the most important to the team's success? 🏀...
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Lakers Roster Built for Luka | Kessler Most To Prove? | Guest: Trevor Lane
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk with Trevor Lane as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, Luka Dončić’s fit with the roster, team chemistry, and the latest Buss family drama! 🏀 Lakers Roster Built for Luka Dončić? 🏀 How Much Does Walker Kessler Have To Prove? 🏀 How Much Does Austin...
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Mamu Looking Good In Preseason | Luka Drops 23pts | LaRavia With 17pts
The Los Angeles Lakers continue their 2026 NBA preseason against the Sacramento Kings, and there are plenty of positives to take away! Sandro Mamukelashvili continues to impress and looks like a strong addition to the Lakers' rotation. Austin Reaves makes his preseason debut, dishing out 8…
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Early Preseason Takeaways | Mamu Impresses | Lakers Ceiling? | Draymond on Knecht
The Lakers were blown out by the Golden State Warriors, raising even more questions about this Lakers roster heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. What did we learn from the loss, and what is the Lakers’ realistic ceiling this season? Join us as we break down the Lakers vs. Warriors matchup,...
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Lakers Preseason Win vs. Kings | Camp Competition Heating Up | Is Roster Incomplete? | Crowded West
Join Sammy Long & Eric Sklar for Hoops Talk as the Los Angeles Lakers continue preseason action following their win over the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers are 1-0 in preseason, but the focus is shifting to roster competition, lineup battles and whether this team still needs another piece before…
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Lakers Look Good In 1st Preseason Game | Great Energy | Cameron Carr 19pts
The Los Angeles Lakers opened the preseason with an impressive performance against the Sacramento Kings, showing great energy, effort and plenty of encouraging signs. Final Score, 127-103 We break down what stood out from the Lakers’ first preseason game, the early chemistry, JJ Redick’s…
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Lakers Basketball Begins | Who Has the Most to Prove? | Pressure on Luka to Win | Mark Medina
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Lakers enter a season with massive expectations and a clear “prove it” mentality. The Lakers are officially entering the Luka Dončić era, but is this the season Luka faces real championship pressure in Los Angeles? With the expectations rising around Luka,...
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Has JJ Redick Proven Himself? | Knecht's Future? | Lakers’ Defensive Identity | Brad Turner
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. We dive into JJ Redick entering his third season as Lakers head coach, the team’s focus on establishing a defensive identity, and the competition between Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy for a key roster...
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Kessler Talks Pressure | Luka's Goals | Can Reaves Be #2? | Players Embracing Camp Competition
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Lakers get ready for training camp and the 2026-27 NBA season. Walker Kessler discusses the pressure and expectations that come with joining the Lakers, while Luka Dončić lays out his goals heading into the new season. Allen also breaks down whether Austin...
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Luka & Reaves’ Team? | Kessler’s Path to LA | Starting Lineup Battle | Will Thiero & Carr Play?
Lakers Media Day is here as the Los Angeles Lakers officially begin preparations for the 2026-27 NBA season. Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as he breaks down the biggest Lakers Media Day storylines, including expectations for Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, the battle for the…
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Pelinka/Redick Speak | Top Trade Targets | ESPN's Top 100 Players | Eric Pincus
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Lakers prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick speak ahead of training camp, giving us plenty to discuss as Los Angeles prepares for the season around Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. We’ll break down the Lakers’ top potential trade…
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Lakers Season Expectations | Who Has to Earn Their Spot? | Kushner/Iger $30B Plan | Raj Chipalu
The Lakers are heading into the 2026-27 NBA season with plenty of expectations — and plenty of questions. On today’s Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa, we’re joined by Raj Chipalu from Silver Screen & Roll to discuss what expectations should be for this Lakers team heading into the new season. We’ll break...
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Lakers’ Biggest Questions & Risks | New Asst. GM Hired | Jeanie at NBA BOG Meetings | Trevor Lane
The Los Angeles Lakers have some major questions to answer before the 2026-27 NBA season begins. On today’s Lakers livestream, we break down the biggest risks of the Lakers’ offseason, the unanswered questions surrounding the roster, and the pressure on Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves heading into...
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Who’s the Odd Man Out? | Will Jeanie Stay Governor? | Guest: Khobi Price
Who is the Lakers’ odd man out? We’re breaking down the biggest questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers as they continue shaping their roster for the 2026-27 NBA season. We’ll dive into the Lakers’ ownership power struggle and what the changes at the top could mean for the franchise moving...
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Clippers Pay the Price | Lakers Front Office Insight | Ziaire’s New Role
The Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA offseason are in focus as we break down the latest news, roster moves, trade possibilities and front-office decisions shaping the Western Conference. Keith Smith from Spotrac joins us this morning to provide his insight on the Lakers’ offseason outlook…
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Lakers Plan B? | Kuminga’s Agent Speaks | ESPN Down on Lakers? | Blake Griffin on Bronny
The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga, so what’s next? On this morning’s Lakers livestream, we break down the Lakers’ Plan B and the potential moves Rob Pelinka could make to improve the roster around Luka Doncic. We’ll also dive into the latest on Jonathan Kuminga’s agent and his...
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Lakers STILL Have a Power Forward Problem | What’s the Next Move? | Buss Family Drama
The Los Angeles Lakers have a big question to answer heading into the 2026-27 NBA season: Who will fill the power forward spot? With the Lakers’ offseason moves largely complete, we’re breaking down the roster, the remaining needs, and what Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick could do next. We’ll also...
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Jonathan Kuminga Chooses Timberwolves Over Lakers
Jonathan Kuminga has chosen the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Los Angeles Lakers! 🚨 Join us LIVE as we break down the latest Jonathan Kuminga news and what his decision means for both the Timberwolves and Lakers heading into the 2026 NBA season. The Lakers were reportedly interested in Kuminga...
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Lakers Mini Camp | Kuminga Still Deciding | Teams Monitoring Luka | Kobe Day
The Lakers’ mini camp in Slovenia is wrapping up, and we’re breaking down the latest developments surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Dončić and Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga reportedly likes the Lakers, but there is still no decision on his future. Plus, teams are monitoring Luka Dončić’s...
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Lakers Sale Impact | Front Office Decisions on Hold? | Kuminga Decision Coming? | Raj Chipalu
Join Allen Sliwa for another episode of Hoops Talk as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, rumors, and offseason developments. The Lakers sale continues to dominate the headlines, but how could the change in ownership impact the franchise? Could front-office decisions be on hold…
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Buss Family Drama | Is It Time to Sell? | What’s Next for the Lakers? | Khobi Price
Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers and NBA news, including the Lakers’ ownership drama, the newly released schedule, PJ Washington’s future in Dallas, and the latest developments surrounding the Kawhi Leonard investigation. On today’s show: 🏀 Lakers...
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Why Mark Walter Sold the Lakers | Jeanie Buss Staying | CP3 Front Office? | Luka Reacts
The Lakers have a NEW ownership situation, and there are plenty of questions surrounding Mark Walter’s decision to sell the franchise. Did Walter need the money, and why is he selling the Lakers so soon? We break down the latest details of the Lakers sale and what it means for the future of the...
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Lakers SOLD AGAIN?! Why Is Mark Walter Already Selling?
The Lakers SOLD AGAIN?! 🚨 Why is Lakers governor Mark Walter already selling the team? The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly been sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger — but why is this happening so soon? On today’s livestream, we break down the latest Lakers ownership news and what the reported…
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Lakers Opening Week + Christmas Schedule | Still Waiting on Kuminga | Guest: Anthony Slater
The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2026-27 NBA schedule is here, and there are plenty of marquee matchups to talk about! We break down the Lakers’ Opening Week schedule and Christmas Day matchup, including the biggest games on the calendar and what the early-season schedule could mean for Luka Dončić and…
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Where Will Kuminga Land? Is It Down to the Lakers or Cavs? | Bob Schmidt: Cavs Podcast
Could Jonathan Kuminga be a better fit with the Los Angeles Lakers or the Cleveland Cavalier? We break down the basketball fit, potential role, contract situation, and which team gives Kuminga the best chance to thrive heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. Joining the show is Bob Schmidt from the...
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Can Kessler be an All-Star? | Mavs Keeping PJ? | Kawhi Investigation | Cameron Carr's Role
The Los Angeles Lakers are continuing to build around Luka Dončić, but how does their new-look roster stack up against the rest of the NBA? On this morning’s Lakers and NBA livestream, we break down the latest Lakers news, roster moves and biggest storylines surrounding the team. 🎙️ GUEST: Adam...
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Klay + PJ Updates | Kuminga Progress? | LeBron Mistake? | Guest: Eric Pincus
The Lakers offseason is heating up! Join us LIVE as we break down the latest rumors surrounding Klay Thompson, PJ Washington, and whether the Lakers are making any real progress in the Jonathan Kuminga*sweepstakes. Plus, was moving on from LeBron James the right decision, or will the Lakers…
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Do Lakers Fans Want Klay? | Still Need a Power Forward | Guest: Bobby Marks
🏀 The Lakers' offseason isn't over yet! Join us LIVE as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers rumors and NBA news, including the growing speculation surrounding Klay Thompson and whether a move to LA could still happen. We'll also discuss Luka Dončić's latest message to Lakers fans, what…
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Lakers Roster Incomplete? | Better Without LeBron? | More Kuminga Suitors
The Lakers have completely reshaped their roster this offseason—but is the job actually finished? Join us LIVE as we break down whether the Lakers still need another move before training camp and debate one of the biggest questions surrounding the franchise: Are the Lakers actually better without...
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Luka Hosts Mini-Camp | Mitchell Robinson Plan B? | Did Lakers Want LeBron Back?
The Lakers offseason continues to generate headlines as we break down the latest news and rumors on today's episode of Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa featuring special guest Trevor Lane! We discuss Luka Dončić's four-day mini-camp in Slovenia, where he's invited the entire Lakers roster, including the...
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Should Lakers Move On From Kuminga? | Magic Loves New Lakers | Draymond on LeBron
Sammy Long and Eric Sklar fill in for Allen Sliwa on Hoops Talk to break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers and NBA news. They discuss whether it's time for the Lakers to move on from Jonathan Kuminga and explore alternative trade and free agent targets that could better fit the team's long-term...
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Kuminga to Cavs? | Kessler Changes Duren's Market | Can't Move Vando or Knecht?
The Los Angeles Lakers rumor mill is heating up! Join us LIVE as we break down the latest Lakers news, including the growing buzz surrounding Jonathan Kuminga and what his situation could mean for the Lakers and the rest of the NBA. We also discuss how some NBA executives believe that Walker...
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This channel is dedicated to serving Laker/NBA fans across the globe...Tune in Monday-Friday starting at 8am for daily Lakers content. In addition, we go LIVE after every Lakers Game for Instant analysis and reaction
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