Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky

After losing to the San Antonio Spurs last night for their 3rd straight loss, Andy Kamenetzky thinks the Lakers are "backsliding" just a little in the past couple weeks. He points to their poor defense and possibly not built for success in the playoffs. What lineup works for the Lakers? A-Kam tried to answer it. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on a suggestion by OKC's Jalen Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy talking about Anthony Davis and if he has that "killer instinct" that most Lakers fans were you used to with Kobe Bryant. Then, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus came on with A-Kam to talk about trade possibilities for the Lakers, including a trade with the Utah Jazz that would make sense to Pincus. Plus, "Crunch Time" with "Pretender Or Contender" and chatter on Kyrie Irving's injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky reacted to the Lakers' loss in Houston to the Rockets after Max Christie's turnover in the closing seconds and whether he should have been the guy inbounding the ball at that time. Also, Andy was puzzled by a decision by JJ Redick made earlier in the game as well. Adam Armbrecht from "Locked On Nets" called in to talk to Andy about what the Lakers are getting out of their two newest players, Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron James turns the big 4-0 today, so Andy reacted to his comments that he could play another "5-7 years." Plus, what was the #1 movie in the World when LeBron debuted in 2003? Andy and the crew answered the question. And, A-Kam wondered what the next move for the Lakers could be, and he thinks it could just be another minor one. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on the Sacramento Kings letting go of their head coach, Mike Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the huge trade that sent D'Angelo Russell back to Brooklyn for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Was it a good deal? Andy thinks so. Plus, the Guardian's Claire De Lune called in to give her reaction to the trade, what she thinks will happen next and the play of LeBron James this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy and Funch going back to Rob Pelinka's and JJ Redick's comments on how they will get a "better understanding" of the team at around the 30 game mark, to which the Lakers are at right now. Then, NBA Podcaster Aaron Larsuel helped A-Kam preview the big Christmas Lakers/Warriors game and the play of LeBron, who turns 40 in about a week. Also, talk on Magic Johnson's comments about a huge "What If" and "Crunch Time" with a discussion on Victor Wembanyama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky's "Christmas Show" had him dive in to the much improved defense and to the all of a sudden bad offense, and what is contributing to it. Then, Silver Screen and Roll's Edwin Garcia came on to talk about going "all in" this season and why the Western Conference is "wide open." Plus, Andy had some thoughts on the Western Conference race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Hour 2, Andy Kamenetzky wondered who could and would be available since the trading window is finally open. To talk more about LeBron's longevity, the up and down season and who he thinks could be on the move was the Athletic's Jovan Buha. Should the Lakers go "all-in" this season? A-Kam tried to answer the question. And, "Crunch Time!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the Lakers' huge win over the Memphis Grizzlies. Then, A-Kam still doesn't know how the team should approach the LeBron situation. Also, Tom Zayas from the "Lakers Exceptionalism Podcast" called in to talk more LeBron, the move to put Max Christie in the starting lineup and what to expect since trades can happen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would AND could the Lakers ever trade LeBron? Andy Kamenetzky doesn't think so but lots of Lakers fans are thinking it. To talk about the way JJ Redick as started off his coaching career, the Lakers offensive problems, and what could cure them was Bleacher Report's Mo Dakhil. Also, 13 years ago, something happened to the Lakers that pretty much changed them and the whole NBA, so A-Kam and Producer Funch discussed. Then, "Crunch Time" with another crazy anniversary that happened 20 years on this day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetkzy reacted to the Lakers finally getting a win after losing 3 straight games, and winning without LeBron, who sat out because of a foot injury. Plus, is LeBron playing too much? Are the Lakers relying on him too much? Andy thinks the team and LeBron need to take a "step back." To talk more about this, JJ Redick, and other team issues was Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With a quarter through the regular season, Andy Kamenetzky assessed the Lakers with a little help from Producer Funch. Then, from "Locked On Heat" Wes Goldberg called in to help Andy preview the Lakers/Heat and also talk some stories from around the league. Plus, who should get a statue next with news that Phil Jackson's statue could be on the way after Pat Riley's. Also, in "Crunch Time," when will the Washington Wizards win again? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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The first hour started with Andy Kamenetzky reacting to the 9-4 start and how they "sort of" surpassed expectations up until now. Then, should Dalton Knecht get inserting in the starting lineup after averaging 20 points in the last 3 games? A-Kam discussed. Plus, The Ringer's Rob Mahoney came on to talk about the MVP season Anthony Davis is having right now and his thoughts on the depth of the Lakers' roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 of Lakers Talk got going with a discussion of how the team looks through the 1st 10 games. SB Nation's Harrison Faigen came on to talk about the dominance of Anthony Davis in the early part of the season, what Cam Reddish brings to the starting lineup, and his assessment of JJ Redick through 10 games. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on the NBA Cup and the white-hot Cleveland Cavs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show giving an update on Anthony Davis' eye injury and if he's going to miss significant time. Plus, do the Lakers have the same flaws as last season? Andy thinks they do, but they are getting better at correcting the mistakes. Then, South Bay Lakers' Head Coach Zach Guthrie came on to talk about his road to being a G-League coach and how young players can use the G-League to propel themselves to become better professional basketball players. And, is Quincy Olivari ready to jump to the big squad? Andy talked about it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JJ did something different with his rotation in the last couple games, and Andy Kamenetzky noticed and loved it but wanted Redick to make another change. Bleacher Report and Mempihis Grizzlies SuperFan Molly Morrison called in to help Andy preview Lakers/Grizzlies and talk about how the Grizzlies "steal the Lakers' scraps" and turn them in to good rotation players. Also, should D'Lo or Austin go to the bench? A-Kam and crew discussed. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on the 2020 Championship team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a really good first week of the season, the Lakers took a step back on their 1st road trip with a loss to the lowly Detroit Pistons, so Andy Kamenetzky reacted to all of that. Plus, a look at Anthony Davis, who is playing really well, but got an ankle injury vs Detroit. Khobi Price, Lakers Beat Writer for the So Cal News Group, came on to talk about what's wrong with the Lakers on their road trip and the effect JJ Redick has on the team already. And how would you rate LeBron's season so far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy concerned about the bench since the Lakers are getting no production from Gabe Vincent and Max Christie. Then, Danny Cunningham from "Locked On Cavs" called in to preview Cavs/Lakers and tell Andy why the Cavs are undefeated at 4-0. Plus, A-Kam thinks Bronny James will get minutes in the Cavs/Lakers game before being sent to the G-League. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on two struggling teams, the Milwaukee Bucks and the Denver Nuggets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started off the show reacting to the 3-1 start to the Lakers regular season. Plus, how much will Christian Koloko help the already thin frontcourt? Andy discussed. Also, Tim of the "Cranjis McBasketball" fame on social media, came on to talk about his impression of the Lakers 3-1 start and JJ Redick's fiery approach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy giving out a crazy stat in the last time the Lakers won their regular season opener. Then, longtime talk show host Dave Palet, who covered the Kobe/Shaq Lakers, called in to talk about his expectations for the upcoming season and how JJ Redick compares to his favorite Lakers coach of all-time, Pat Riley. Plus, how does Dalton Knecht fit in to JJ's rotation? A-Kam talked about it. And, "Crunch Time" with predictions for the upcoming regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Preseason coming to a close, Andy Kamenetzky opened the show with the "Good and Bad" from the past 2 weeks, including watching Anthony Davis already playing at an MVP level. Then, Andy predicts how "electric" it will be when LeBron and Bronny James hit the court together. Also, Jon Krawczynski of the Athletic, called in to talk about the huge Knicks/T'Wolves trade over the Summer that shook the balance of the NBA and preview Lakers/T'Wolves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A-Kam opens up Hour 2 with reaction to ESPN's Baxter Holmes' articles on Bronny James and Jerry West. Then, with the game vs Golden State as a "dress rehearsal," Andy went down the line to each guy expected to make the 9-man rotation. Plus, The Athletic's Sam Amick called in to talk about what he expects from this year's team, Anthony Davis and his order for the Western Conference. Also, "Crunch Time" with a new game called "Worried/Not Worried!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AD has been playing at an "MVP" level already in the Preseason, and Andy Kamenetzky thinks he needs to play like this every night for the Lakers to succeed in the Western Conference. Then, Andy thinks JJ Redick was "playing us" in that he wants the team to take at least 50 3-pointers a game. Plus, ESPN's Baxter Holmes gives us insight on Bronny James and the late, great Jerry West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started off with Andy and Producer Funches talking about the biggest NBA celebrity fans, with Andy coming up with his own roster for JUST Lakers celebrity fans. Then, our own Beto Duran called in to talk about what he seen from the Lakers the 1st two Preseason games and a little more insight to Bronny James. Plus, will the Lakers attempt 50 3-pointers per game like JJ Redick says? Andy talked about it. Plus, "Crunch Time" with a look at some other of the Preseason action around the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky opened up the show reacting to the 1st two Lakers Preseason games, as he thinks LeBron James and Anthony Davis looked very good so early in the "basketball year." Plus, A-Kam talked about the historic moment between father and son, LeBron and Bronny, as they played a few minutes together in the loss vs the Phoenix Suns. Then, The SportsHeadlines Show's Sean Davis called in to talk about how "structured" the Lakers offense looks under JJ Redick and what NBA player compares to Bronny James. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

D'Angelo Russell made a "revelation" today during Lakers' Media Day that compelled Andy Kamenetzky to ask him another question during his presser. Then, Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus talked about what he saw at Lakers' Media Day and the search for a "traditional Center" to play backup Center. Plus, what role will Dalton Knecht play in the regular season? And, "Crunch Time" with reaction to Karl Anthony-Towns getting traded to the New York Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky had all the reaction and important quotes from the 2024 Lakers Media Day. Plus, Andy was happy with LeBron James' energy heading in to his 22nd season. And, can AD finally win an individual award? A-Kam thinks so. Then, Lakers Film Room's Pete Zayas called in to talk more about observations from Media Day and who intrigues him the most on this roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A-Kam reacted more to JJ Redick's appearance on ESPN's Lowe Post Podcast, as the new Lakers' coach said he plans to "empower" Anthony Davis in whatever individual goals he has for himself in the upcoming season. Then, The Volume's Jason Timpf called in to talk about the biggest question marks for the Lakers and what team he thinks will be the most improved. Also, does Rui Hachimura have what it takes to be the 3rd option? AK wondered. Plus, "Crunch Time!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick was on ESPN's Lowe Post Podcast, so Andy reacted to what he had so say on the week before Lakers' Media Day. JJ revealed what his starting lineup will be and Andy gives him "kudos" for already deciding who "his guys" are. And did JJ "skip the line?" Plus, Spectrum's Mike Bresnahan called in to talk about his expectations for Anthony Davis and his reaction to the players not having "Camp LeBron" before training camp officially starts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 of Lakers Talk started with A-Kam wondering about the possibility of Jimmy Butler coming to the Lakers and what it would cost the team to get the All-Star. Then, The Athletic's Dave Dufour joined Andy to talk about why he thinks the Lakers "got better" during the Summer and why he thinks JJ Redick will be a great coach. Also, "Crunch Time" with Producer Funch and talk on the "comeback" of Ben Simmons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky opened the show reacting to ESPN.com's article on how the team is currently constructed and what we could expect from them in the coming months. Plus, who is Christian Koloko? Andy talks about the newly signed Center. Then, Silver Screen and Roll's Alex Regla came on to talk more about the Koloko signing, the team shooting more 3's, and what Laker he will be watching closely in the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with A-Kam revealing an unbelievable stat involving their 3 point shooting. Then, Locked On Mavericks Host Nick Angstadt came on to talk about the Western Conference getting tougher and his Dallas Mavs got better in the offseason. Plus, a look back on the 2020 Lakers Championship team. And, "Crunch Time" with reaction to Jamal Murray's huge contract extension. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Host Andy Kamenetzky started the show talking about the latest injuries to Jared Vanderbilt and Christian Wood. Then, did Darvin Ham really cost the Lakers a few wins last season? A-Kam answered the question. Also, LA Times' Dan Woike called in to talk more about the Vandy/Wood injuries and JJ Redick's coaching style. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the whole regular season schedule coming out last week, Sliwa predicted what part of the schedule the Lakers could have trouble with. Also, are the Lakers winning the In-Season Tournament a big deal should they win it again? Sliwa doesn't think so. Then, Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane came on to talk more about the schedule, if the Lakers can somehow "beat the injury bug," and what to expect from the rookies. Plus, "Crunch Time" with a look at the Christmas schedule and the possible sale of the Boston Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Team USA Men's Basketball winning another Gold Medal behind the brilliance of LeBron James, Sliwa wondered if we are getting the "best LeBron James" now then later during the regular season. Then, reaction to a couple regular season games that were leaked already, the opening night matchup vs Minnesota and the Christmas Day game vs Golden State. Plus, Lakers Sideline Reporter Mike Trudell on LeBron/AD on Team USA and the Lakers' offseason. Also, "Crunch Time!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sliwa thinks that the roster is pretty much set as we are just about 2 months away from the open of Training Camp. And, can this roster right now contend for an NBA Title? Sli doesn’t think it can. Plus, reaction to D’Angelo Russell’s comments about his first year and half with the Lakers. Then, “Crunch Time” with thoughts on Team USA’s run through the 2024 Paris Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sliwa started the show “putting a bow” on Lakers’ Summer League and talked about who he thinks is the “most interesting” player to come out of Lakers Summer League. Then, Sli discussed how the roster is coming along with news that Spencer Dinwiddie took a minimum deal with the Dallas Mavericks. Plus, reaction to Philly's Joel Embiid's interview with the NY Times where he talked about the Lakers and LeBron James. Also, ESPN's Ohm Youngmisuk called in to talk about what he saw at the Vegas Summer League from the Lakers and his thoughts on how LeBron might be the "closer" for Team USA in the Paris Olympics. And, "Crunch Time" with Producer Funch and DeAndre! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sli started the show talking about Bronny James' play in the Las Vegas Summer League so far and JJ Redick's comparison for Bronny. Plus, what should we expect from AD in the upcoming season? Sliwa gave his predictions. Also, Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane called in to talk about what he's seen from Bronny so far, the play of 1st round pick Dalton Knecht, and how the roster might shape up. Then, Producer Funch and DeAndre joined Sli for "Crunch Time." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sli opens the show with the thinking that it might not be a negative that the Lakers "struck out" in NBA Free Agency so far, it could be part of a bigger plan "down the line." Plus, Sliwa gives his thoughts on Bronny James’ and Dalton Knecht’s debut in NBA Summer League. Then, Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus came on to talk about what could potentially happen with the roster from now until February 2025 and the real expectations for JJ Redick in his first year as Head Coach. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on DeMar DeRozan and Paul George. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NBA Free Agency opened over the weekend and the Lakers “struck out” on the top free agents, and Sli broke down why the Lakers couldn’t get those major players in a purple and gold uniform. Also, some talk on the 2 newest Lakers draft picks, Dalton Knecht and Bronny James. Plus, should the Lakers just "run it back?" Sli thinks it wouldn't be a wise move. And, the Athletic's Jovan Buha on what the Lakers do now after "striking out" in free agency and the plan for D'Angelo Russell. Then, "Crunch Time" with winners and losers from the first weekend of NBA Free Agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sliwa opened up the show reacting to JJ Redick’s introductory press conference as the new Lakers Head Coach. LA Times’s Brad Turner called in to talk about the expectations for the rookie head coach and what to expect with the roster in the next few weeks. Then, Sliwa played some quotes and talked about his “takeaways” from JJ presser. Also, Sli talked about how LeBron wasn’t involved in the coaching search, which is huge because the Lakers could be “looking at life without LeBron.” Plus, “Crunch Time” with talk on the big OKC/Chicago trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers named JJ Redick as their new head coach, and Sliwa had it covered from all angles. Sli thinks JJ will be fine as the head coach, but if he isn’t, it wouldn’t be his fault but that of the front office. Sliwa also took calls on the hiring of the Lakers’ new head coach and many had the same concerns that JJ is not that experienced yet for the job. To talk more about this and other potential moves was Lakers Nation’s Trevor Lane. And then “Crunch Time” with Producer Funch and DeAndre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA world woke up to some huge news as UConn's Dan Hurley turned down the Lakers' Head Coaching job. Why did he say no? Is the Lakers' job not a good job anymore? Sliwa thinks it's still a great job. Sli also took calls from Lakers Fans, who were angry and confused on why the team hasn't filled the position yet. LA Times' Brad Turner called in to talk about Hurley turning down LA's offer and what's next on the list for the Purple and Gold. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sliwa started the show with the reports that if JJ Redick gets the Lakers head coaching job, he will be surrounded by an "experienced" staff. Plus, how can the Lakers keep keep up when the West gets tougher? Also, with Kyrie Irving playing so well for the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs, did the Lakers "drop the ball" not trying to get him in a Lakers jersey? Sliwa talked about it. Then, Bleacher Reports' Eric Pincus gives his thoughts on what the Lakers should do in the offseason, with their roster and coaching job while also giving us the scoop on Bronny James. "Crunch Time" ended the show with talk on Gordon Hayward's weird beef with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Minnesota Timberwolves beating the World Champion Denver Nuggets, Sliwa wondered how far away the Lakers are compared to the the Nuggets or even the T'Wolves. Plus, should the next Lakers coaching decision run through Anthony Davis or LeBron James? Sliwa had some thoughts on this topic. Also, ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in with an update on the coaching search and what could happen with the roster. Then, Sli and Producer Funches did "Crunch Time!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

According to multiple reports, the Lakers will start to interview candidates to replace Darvin Ham, who they fired last week. Then, will the Lakers spend a draft pick on Bronny James? Sliwa speaks on it. And, Sli talked about what could happen with “Free-Agent-To Be” LeBron James in the next few weeks. To talk more on the coaching search, LeBron and D’Angelo Russell was LA Times’ Brad Turner. Also, “Crunch Time!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sliwa opened up the show reacting to the firing of Darvin Ham as the Lakers’ Head Coach. Sli thought he had some questionable coaching decisions that maybe cost him his job. And, what happens with the vacant head coaching position? Sliwa goes down the line of potential candidates. To talk more about the head coaching search and some potential roster changes is OC Register’s Khobi Prince. Then, “Crunch Time” with talk on what the Clippers and 76ers will do in the offseaso Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers officially got eliminated from the NBA Playoffs by losing 4-1 to the Denver Nuggets in the 1st Round, so Sliwa looks back at the series on how the Lakers lost the Nuggets, once again. Plus, have we seen the last of Darvin Ham as the head coach of the LA Lakers? Sli speculates what could happen. And, what will happen with the free agent to-be LeBron James? Sliwa maps out the possibilities. Also, talk on the ups and downs of D'Angelo Russell. Then, "Crunch Time!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices