Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky

Geeter started the second hour comparing one of the young Spurs to a young Kobe.  Then, the Athletic's Dan Woike called in to talk NBA Finals and what happens with Austin Reaves in the next few weeks.  Plus, talk on TWO very big Laker anniversaries and also, what happens with Giannis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris McGee goes at it solo, as Mike Trudell is out for his wife's bday and kids' little league game.  Trudell did call Geeter to talk NBA Finals and his absence.  Plus, is Austin Reaves worth the max?  Geeter thinks so if the Lakers want to keep him.  Then, 3-Time Champion Danny Green called in to talk NBA Finals with Geeter and his memories of playing on the 2020 Lakers "Bubble Title" team.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest Raj Chipalu from Lakers Film Room joins Andy and Funches to discuss Mike Brown and the Lakers. They discuss possible Lakers' off-season moves and Austin Reaves. A reasonable off-season potential target is Isaiah Hartenstein. The Lakers seem to be building the team with Luka as #1 and Austin as #2 and they discuss if Austin is even at that level. Andy and Funches discuss the Angels-Dodgers game which is now in the 9th inning with no score. They also discuss MLB and the Cy Young Award. Andy says he thinks Mike Trout is suffering from Stockholm Syndrome. The Dodgers pull out the win in the bottom of the 9th to take the first game of the LA Freeway Series. Jonathan Martin joins the show to debut his song. He discusses his music career. And the guys end the show by discussing music and vinyl collecting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We start the show after watching the Knicks take Game 2 of the NBA Finals to lead the series vs San Antonio 2-0. Michael Funches joins Andy Kamenetzky to talk about the opportunities the Spurs have been missing in these first 2 games. They discuss Karl-Anthony Townes and Victor Wembanyama. Andy talks about how KAT has been unbelievable this series. The NBA discussion continues with talk about Austin Reaves and the Lakers off-season activity. Real time updates are given for the Angels-Dodgers game being played. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy and Geeter discuss what makes sports rivalries so intense, debate whether Austin Reaves deserves a big payday, and answer listener questions. They also break down Mitch Johnson's late-game decisions in Game 1, react to the Max Muncy–Miguel Vargas collision, and examine Shohei Ohtani's growing Cy Young case. Is Ohtani willing to sacrifice personal milestones to help the Dodgers chase a third straight World Series title? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy and Geeter look back at the anniversary of Kobe Bryant and Shaq's iconic alley-oop against Portland in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals. The guys revisit Game 1 of the NBA Finals, reflect on how long it's been since the Knicks last won a championship, and debate who fans really want to see win the series. They also discuss whether the Spurs are ready to take over the league or if the Knicks can play spoiler. Plus, Dodgers vs. Diamondbacks gets underway, and Andy and Geeter make the case for Andy Pages as an All-Star while highlighting the Dodgers' impressive depth. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 Morales joins Beto and Trudell. Trudell talks about how his sons are just now noticing their hair and what to do with it. And also tells a story about the only time he ever lost his voice -- the day before his wedding. Morales gives a real time update on his blood pressure and health issues. Trudell jumps in about his back issues. The guys then get into speaking about Myles Garrett and the current Rams fandom. Beto talks about his son turning 21 and how they can drink together now. Trudell, Morales, and Beto tell stories of their first drink ever. Trudell and Beto get into discussing the Knicks and Lakers and coach Mike Brown. Trudell and Beto touch on a little World Cup discussion as well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

HOUR 1 Beto and Trudell talk about the Knicks-Spurs Game 1 that just ended. Trudell gets into how much he wants the Knicks to win the series. Beto loves that Trudell is actually getting to talk like a sports fan. Beto is also keeping an eye on Otani during the Dodgers game and gives real time updates. Trudell tells an unbelievable story about the In-N-Out drive-thru. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell came up with a Top 50 Greatest Moments in Lakers History, so Geeter reacted to the list. Trudell had a lot of "curveballs" in his Top 10. Trudell's top choice for his top moment in Lakers History might be the most obvious choice. Plus, calls on the Top 50 and Lakers offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another new face joins Lakers Talk as Spectrum's Chris McGee guest host with our own Mike Trudell. Chris is ready to apologize to the San Antonio Spurs for not thinking they are "ready." Then, Spectrum's Allie Clifton called to to talk about her role with Amazon, the NBA Finals and speculation on where LeBron could land next season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Mike Trudell loving that Luka Doncic was named first team All-NBA, even though he missed games due to injuries. Then, newest ESPN NBA reporter Ben Golliver about his impressions so far of the NBA playoffs and what he thinks the Lakers should do in the offseason. Plus, Trudell thinks LeBron James is a better scorer than Kevin Durant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell started the show with immediate reaction to the Oklahoma City Thunder taking a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. Then, Trudell had an interesting theory on why head coaches on "glamour franchises" don't usually win end of season awards. Plus, a very special guest in R&B singer Montell Jordan joined the show to talk about his love for the "Showtime Lakers" and how his hit song, "This Is How We Do It" changed his life. Plus, some talk on the New York Knicks advancing to the NBA Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do the Lakers have to do to get up to OKC's and San Antonio's level? Mike Trudell opened the 2nd hour of Lakers Talk answering the question. Then, our own Mychal Thompson came on to talk about his "wanna-be child" Victor Wembanyama and the Lakers' potential offseason moves. Plus, what if OKC gave up their assets for Giannis should they lose the WCF to the Thunder? Trudell doesn't think so. And, Trudell gives us reasons why Rui Hachimura is so important to the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The show started off with Mike Trudell reacting to the instant classic that was Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder. Then, Trudell had a little game for Producer Funches and DeAndre involving "3 point shooting Lakers." Also, our own Jorge Sedano called in live from Oklahoma City to talk about the WCF and the Lakers' offseason. Plus, another reason NOT to watch the NBA Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell takes over as host of Lakers Talk, as he opens up talking about the reaction of the locker room after the Lakers got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Also, our own Mychal Thompson called in to talk about his offseason plans and what the Lakers need to do to get back in the upper echelon of the NBA. Plus, calls on the season that was and what to expect in the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started off with Trudell's thoughts on Austin Reaves and if he could be on this team next season. ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in to talk about what he heard about LeBron's huge decision this offseason and what free agents the Lakers plan to reach out to. Plus, should the Lakers resign Rui Hachimura? Trudell answered the question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with the question: Should Austin Reaves play this series?  Andy thinks if he's close to 90%, than he should.  Then, Locked On Rockets Jackson Gatlin called to give the Houston perspective on the Lakers/Rockets and what he thinks of KD's injury.  Also, if Austin isn't too far behind from being back on the court, where is Luka?  The crew wondered.  Plus, "Crunch Time" with the most overrated team in the NBA Playoffs.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Houston Rockets finally got a win against the Lakers in their 1st Round series, so Andy looked back on Game 4 on how the Lakers lost.   Plus, Andy thinks "too many turnovers" is what cost the Lakers' sweep vs the Rockets.  The Volume's Jason Timpf called in to give his thoughts on Lakers/Rockets.  Also, Jacob Emrani called in to say if he thinks the Lakers can close out the Houston Rockets in 5 games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy predicting what happens in Game 2 and the rest of the Lakers/Rockets series. To help Andy preview Game 2 and an injury update on Kevin Durant was The Athletic's Will Guillory. Plus, the crew wondered how much Kevin Durant can contribute if he can play. Also, "Crunch Time" with thoughts on the Warriors' and Clippers' offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the Lakers going up 1-0 over the Houston Rockets by winning Game 1. How did they win Game 1? Andy thinks guys weren't "standing around" like we been used to seeing them do in the regular season. "Buha's Block" Host Jovan Buha called in to talk more about the Lakers/Rockets series and when he expects Austin Reaves/Luka Doncic to come back. Plus, Jacob Emrani called in to talk about his thoughts on the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What should we expect from LeBron in this 1st Round vs the Houston Rockets?  Andy thinks LeBron is under "no pressure."  Plus, Khobi Price from the California Post called in to talked about what he foresees for the Lakers/Rockets series and what the Lakers have to do to win the series. Also, the crew agreed that DeAndre Ayton needs to step up HUGE if the Lakers have a chance against the Houston Rockets.  Then, "Crunch Time" with thoughts on the play-in games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky broke down how the 1st Round Matchup could go against the Houston Rockets.  With Luka and Austin still out, who should be the starters going into the series? Andy had an idea. Then, Jackson Gaitlin from "Locked On Rockets" came on to talk about how the Rockets are approaching this series vs the Lakers and what to expect from Kevin Durant.  Also, an update on Luka's and Austin's injuries.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luka Doncic is reportedly flying to Spain to get treatment on his injury to try to come back sooner, maybe even the 1st or 2nd Round of the Playoffs, so Andy and the crew wondered if this is the best course of action for Luka. Also, calls on JJ Redick's job status. Then, Andy talked about the Summer in how the Lakers can approach trying to resign LeBron. Plus, "Crunch Time" with a guess where the "Greek Freak" will be at in a few months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the first hour reacting to how JJ Redick was "blowing up" at certain players in the loss in their 2nd game against the OKC Thunder in less than a week. To talk more about "Angry JJ" and how the Lakers can overcome the injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves was SB Nation's Harrison Faigen. Then, Andy had a update on the injury status of Marcus Smart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 had A-Kam looking at all the recent milestones that not only has Luka Doncic has achieved but Rui Hachimura and JJ Redick. To help Andy preview 2 games vs the Oklahoma City Thunder in less than a week is "Locked On Thunder" host Rylan Stiles. Plus, Andy gets Producer D's thoughts on the Lakers recent run and what he expects with the OKC games. Then, "Crunch Time" with Hall Of Fame talk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started off the show loving the way the Lakers played in their win against the Cleveland Cavs. Plus, Luka Doncic is putting up astronomically stats, so many, Andy had to take a whole segment to just read them all off. To talk more about the win vs the Cavs and Luka's 4 weeks was LA Times' Mirjam Swanson. Then, an update on Marcus Smart's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 had Andy loving the way LeBron sort of "reinvented" himself in during the win streak. To talk more about LeBron's "reinvention" and how he thinks the rest of the regular season will play out is Lakers Nation's Daniel Starkland. Then, Marvel has a "What If" series of comics and cartoons, what if the Lakers had a "What If?" Andy and Producer Funch took a deep dive. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the NBPA "striking back." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the Lakers finally getting a loss after a 9-game win streak that ended vs the Detroit Pistons. Also, even though they loss to the Pistons, Andy was very encouraged in the way the team played when they are down in the game. To talk more about the end of the win streak and what to expect the rest of the regular season was "Silver Screen And Roll's" Raj Chipalu. Then, an injury update on Rui Hachimura and Marcus Smart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 2, Andy looked at how DeAndre Ayton can be ineffective for 3 and a half quarters and all of a sudden, makes key plays late in games during this win streak by the Lakers. To talk more about the Lakers' upcoming game vs the Miami Heat and about Bam Adebayo's 83 point game was "Locked On Heat" and "Locked On NBA" was Wes Goldberg. Plus, how much do you believe in the Lakers making a deep playoff run? Andy answered the question. Then, "Crunch Time" on Bam's 83 vs Kobe's 81. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started off the show reacting to the Lakers win' in Houston vs the Rockets in which the style of the game shouldn't have had the Lakers' winning the game. Also, Andy was very encouraged seeing the Lakers keep their "composure" during the last couple weeks in wins vs good teams. To help Andy react to the first game against Houston and preview the next game vs Houston was Jackson Gaitlin from "Locked On Rockets." Then, an update on the status of Maxi Kleber. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 had Andy breaking down the next 8 games as the Lakers will be playing lots of "playoff teams" and Andy thinks we should know a lot about the team by the end of March. Then, does LeBron still make the Lakers better? A-Kam tried to answer the question. And, "Crunch Time" with talk on the Atlanta Hawks' now cancelled "Magic City" night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show marveling at the job the Lakers did in their win vs the New York Knicks. Andy thinks they were actually "playing hard" and played great defense. Then, The Athletic's Jon Krawczynski called in to help Andy preview the huge T'Wolves/Lakers game and his impressions on how the Western Conference will shake out in the next month. Plus, an update on LeBron James' injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After 3 straight wins, Andy Kamenetzky points at the Lakers' win vs the New Orleans Pelicans, as something that Lakers fans should be excited for the potential of this team moving forward. Plus, would it be better for Austin Reaves to play more with LeBron James in the lineup? Andy thinks so. Then, a quick preview of what to come in the big matchup vs the Denver Nuggets. Also, reaction to a move in the Lakers' Front Office and an NBA record that may never be broken. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 began with reaction to Pat Riley getting a statue at Star Plaza amongst the legends of LA sports. Andy revealed that Riley was up for a movie role in a well known 80's movie. Plus, who is the next LA Legend to get a statue at Star Plaza? Andy tried to answer the question. Then, "Crunch Time" with A-Kam and Producer Funch tried to construct Team USA for the 2028 Summer Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky hated how the Lakers didn't get "physical" against the Boston Celtics. Andy also thought the Lakers offensively are "flawed" with three similar players in Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves. To talk more about the loss vs Boston and the new regime slowly taking over the Lakers' Front Office was ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. Then, an update on Jaxson Hayes' ankle injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with A-Kam reacting to all of the "supposed" tanking going on in the NBA.  Andy thinks it's an unusual amount of teams this season "trying to tank" but Andy thinks this won't happen again for a very long time. Andy and Producer DeAndre went back and forth about how to handle the tanking problem in the NBA.  Plus, talk on the 3 point contest and the Mt Rushmore of NBA International Players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show with the thought that if Luka Doncic doesn't play in the 1st Lakers game after the All Star break against the LA Clippers, it won't be a "good look." Then, Jake Madison from "Locked On Pelicans" called in to talk Herb Jones/Trey Murphy and what to expect from the Western Conference after the All Star break. Also, thoughts on Jaxson Haynes' performance in the Slam Dunk contest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show with reacting to the blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Then, A-Kam reacted to LeBron James' comments about how the Lakers "aren't a Championship team." To talk more about LeBron's comments and how the Lakers did at the trade deadline was Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane. Plus, an injury update on Luka Doncic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Was DeAndre Ayton really hurt enough not to play? Andy and Producer DeAndre talk about it. Plus, reaction to the Lakers trading for Luke Kennard right before the end of the NBA trade deadline. Then, is the Kobe Bufkin signing something that satisfies Laker fans? Andy tries to answer the question. Also, reaction to the biggest deals of the NBA Trade Deadline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Where were you 366 days ago when one of the biggest trades in NBA History happened, Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis/Max Christie?  Andy relieved the day.  And, there are many names swirling around the Lakers with the trade deadline coming up, but A-Kam had a couple names that stood out in rumors. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the "Journeyman Game!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy reacted to the loss at Madison Square Garden to the New York Knicks, as he thinks it just shows what we "already know about this team."  Then, why do the Lakers "tease" us with the return of Austin Reaves?  Plus, Jovan Buha of the "Buha Block" Podcast called in to talk about what realistic chance do the Lakers have at making a trade before this Thursday's Trade Deadline.  And, LeBron is going back to the All Star Game! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do the Lakers need to another move or two rotation?  Andy thinks DeAndre Ayton needs to "play better" or he could be benched or traded after just a half season with the team.  Plus, Andy "takes a victory lap" with the fact that the Lakers have been playing Rui Hachimura off the bench.   And "Crunch Time" with talk on the Rookie/Sophmore challenge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy started the show reacting to Luka Doncic dropping 46 pts(on really good shooting) on the Chicago Bulls.  Then, Jacob Emrani called in to give his thoughts on the Lakers' past couple weeks.  Also, Danny Cunningham of "Locked On Cavs" called in to help Andy preview the Lakers/Cavs and an update on the status of Evan Mobley.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell takes over as host of Lakers Talk, as he opens up talking about the reaction of the locker room after the Lakers got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Then, everyone's favorite "Dad" Mychal Thompson comes on to talk about his impressions about Lakers getting swept by OKC and what they need to do to get to OKC/San Antonio's level. Also, calls on what the Lakers should do in the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy doesn't think the Lakers have to "go all in" now with Luka here and they could be at a dilemma with the "LeBron timeline." Also, should Rui Hachimura start? Andy thinks the team should keep him on the bench for scoring. Plus, Andy really wants it to be "Timme time." And, "Crunch Time" with talk on NBA All Star starters and LeBron not being named a starter for the first time in 21 seasons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the weekend, the Lakers played really bad against the Portland Trail Blazers and then, really good against the Toronto Raptors, Andy Kamenetzky looked closely at both games with takeaways. Plus, Andy thinks as "DeAndre Ayton goes, so does the team" after watching his performance vs the Raptors, in which he didn't miss a shot. Also, SI's Ryan Ward called in to talk about what he expects the Lakers to do around the trade deadline and if they will really "go all in." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would the Lakers entertain an Austin Reaves for Jaren Jackson Jr trade? LeBron's agent Rich Paul put this out there, so Andy broke it down on what it would mean for both the Lakers and the Memphis Grizzles. Then, Andy wondered how long Klutch's time in the NBA will be with Paul's podcast and LeBron's lingering retirement. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on Anthony Davis and Ja Morant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers looked like "two different teams" vs the Sacramento Kings and then vs the Atlanta Hawks on a back-to-back. Andy marveled on how the offense looked completely different from one day to another. Plus, Digginbasketball's Iztok Franko called in from his native country Slovenia to talk about the pride and joy of Slovenia, Luka Doncic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started off with a discussion on LeBron/Luka's "Synergy," as the last week or so, they looked better playing together on the floor. Then, Producer DeAndre joined Andy and Producer Funch to talk about the huge Trae Young to Washington deal. Plus, the trio got in to how this could affect the NBA trade market, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo's quote on if he wanted to be traded. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on the toughest player in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Even though the Lakers were very, very short handed against the San Antonio Spurs, Andy Kamenetzky thinks that the team played well enough to "build" around the loss. Andy was really excited to see some sort of progress from every player that played against the Spurs, especially defensively. Then, Camille Davis from "Locked On Bucks" called in to help Andy preview Bucks/Lakers. Plus, an update on Rui Hachimura's status. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices