The D’Marco & Travis Afternoon Show

The Los Angeles Lakers got their revenge against the Sacramento Kings last night, and they played their best half of basketball so far this season. LeBron James tested positive of Coronavirus before game time and will miss at least the next three games. Will this be a pivotal moment for the Lakers to turn things around? Sushi came up a lot this hour, mostly because Travis was adamant on not eating sushi anywhere but at a restaurant. And last, it's another edition of ASK SLI! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over 48 hours later and Lincoln Riley as the head coach of USC football just feels right! Trojan fans, are you optimistic about the future of USC? The Dodgers lost not one but two stars in yesterday's free agency, but the roster is still stacked. Do you trust the method behind Andrew Friedman's process? Travis and Sliwa open the phone lines to hear what Dodger fans think of Scherzer and Seager leaving. And to close off the show, it's another installment of THE DUMP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers blew a triple overtime game to the Sacramento Kings on Friday night, but had a nice bounce back game against the Detroit Pistons on Sunday. Laker fans, what do you expect from the Lakers up to the halfway point? Do you think Russell Westbrook can fit in with this roster? Also, it's another edition of FACT OR CAP! And the Rams have not won a game in the month of November and find themselves comfortably sitting in the wild card spot. Can the Rams find a way to turn things around? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s been 48 hours since Lincoln Riley chose to sign with USC football and there’s still a buzz here in Los Angeles. How excited are Trojan fans for their new head coach? Yesterday was tough for the Dodgers, losing 2020 World Series MVP Corey Seager and three-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer. But Dodger fans, don’t you feel as if there’s still a lot of key players left for this team to still be considered a title contender? And last but not least, it’s a new edition of “Hey, Did Ya See?” with Zack! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rams have three consecutive losses and Trav looks to Sean McVay to make changes to the scheme. The Suns and Warriors sit atop the West. How close are the Lakers to catching up with them? A winner is found in "Million Dollar Monday", and Trav and Sli celebrate Vin Scully's 94th birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Max Scherzer agreed to a three year deal with the New York Mets. The Lakers' recent slide can be chalked up to injuries, lack of chemistry, and a plethora of other problems. Where do Lakers fans start with their criticisms? Los Angeles teams have been "going all in" as of late. How is this strategy working out for each franchise? In "Fact or Cap", Producer Emily lets us know that Netflix needs to mind their own business. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Allen and Trav recap their Thanksgiving weekend, but the real meat on the plate comes from the sports world, as USC's Football program just picked up head coach Lincoln Riley. What are the expectations for the new HC? The Rams are bad. They've dropped 3 in a row and just lost to Green Bay. In "Ask Sli", we find out the one thing Sli wishes he'd done when he visited Japan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron is being asked to be superman in his 19th NBA season. Does he still have more in the tank? D'Marco says that AD needs to be a vocal leader in the locker room. Sean McVay and his Rams are facing the Niners without Robert Woods. Will he finally try a new game plan? Aaron Rodgers hurt his toe, but D'Marco is just scared of his arm. In "The Dump", we find out why there wasn't a dry eye in the house when Dick Vitale joined a broadcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

D'Marco's brother does WHAT at the Thanksgiving table? Lakers callers chime in and D'Marco wonders who would be the head coach if Vogel was let go? Why in the world do the Lions play every Thanksgiving Day? In "Fact or Cap", we find out who's a cooker, and who's a washer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

D'Marco Farr is guest hosting in place of Sli, and he has some hot Thanksgiving takes. What's going on with the Lakers? They nearly came back against the Knicks, but still fell in Madison Square Garden. Has Russell Westbrook ever made anyone better? LeBron is getting to the line less, shooting more threes, and his overall game has appeared to deteriorate. D'Marco goes over the Rams' struggles and in "Ask D'Marco", tells us who his favorite Star Wars character is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The two top ranked teams in college basketball are set to face off. If you care, who you got? Producer Taylor joins NFL Pick 'Ems in an attempt to take down Sliwa. Producer Emily has been partying hard no the east coast. Sli says Madison Square Garden is overrated. Is he right? In "The Dump", the gang celebrate national espresso day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean McVay has all tools he said he needed at his disposal. What happens next? Trav and Sli joke with Producer Emily about her family's Thanksgiving meal choices. The Dodgers are making moves this offseason. What's next for Corey Seager? In "Fact or Cap", we find out how seriously the guys take backyard football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Sli going on vacation this Thanksgiving? LeBron will miss a game in Madison Square Garden due to suspension. Trav and Sli wonder if the suspension was deserved, and where his outburst came from. Trav shares stories from his birthday celebration. The NBA is a quarter of the way through the season. How do the Lakers stack up against the league's best teams? In "Ton O Taylor", we find out Trav's favorite childhood toy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers survive in Detroit, but the top news story of today is finding out whether or not if LeBron James will be suspended for smacking Pistons center Isaiah Stewart in the face on a box out. Anthony Davis doesn't feel like it was a dirty play, but do you think LeBron intentionally hit Stewart? It's time for another chance of MILLION DOLLAR MONDAY! A correct answer for Rams trivia can get you tickets to the next Rams home game and a chance to win a million dollars. Utah smokes Oregon and UCLA stomps on USC, which means it's another awful weekend of Pac-12 football. And last, but not least... THE DUMP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Best thing during the opening segment about Pac-12 football had nothing to do with the Pac-12... Because it's Travis Rodgers' birthday! But UCLA destroyed their crosstown rival USC on Saturday, 62-33. Will USC ever get back to being a championship program? ESPN college football analyst Kirk Herbstreit believes the Trojans should send a job offer to Notre Dame head coach Brian Kelly. What are the chances SC lands a top tier head coach? It's another edition of FACT OR CAP! And this NFL season has been by far the most unpredictable in recent memory, yet both LA teams are not out of it. Can the Rams or the Chargers win their respective division title? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Travis' birthday and he was hoping for a clean getaway like Sliwa got for his earlier this month. The Lakers come back from a 17-point deficit to beat the Detroit Pistons, but the topic everyone is talking about is LeBron James smacking the face of Pistons center Isaiah Stewart. Was it an accident or intentional? Will LeBron get suspended after this tussle? Travis and Sliwa open the phonelines to hear what Laker fans think. Frank Vogel believes this incident changed the momentum for the Lakers season. Do you think LeBron's ejection will be a gamechanger for the LakeShow? And finally, it's a Thanksgiving week edition of ASK SLI! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Should the Lakers have run it back with their squad from last year? How important is continuity in the NBA? It's the 17th Anniversary of Malice at the Palace and Trav and Sli reflect on how it impacted the league and sports in general. Trav needs some fashion advice from Producer Emily. LeBron is a game time decision and Trav says it's unwise to rush him back. In "The Dump", we find out a Philadelphia sports radio caller stayed on the line even after a car accident. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trav is certain that Sli tried to kill him with a chicken sandwich. Callers give props to the guys for eating hot lava on live radio. Trav says the Celtics and Lakers rivalry is one-sided and reminisces on Magic vs Bird stories. It's the three year anniversary of one of the best NFL games of all time. In "Fact or Cap", Producer Emily asks the guys if you would return to a job that you were fired from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trav recalls his experience following his consumption of the Howlin' Ray's hot chicken sandwich. Will LeBron play when the Lakers face the Celtics (Sli is guaranteeing a win). The Celtics and Lakers have a storied rivalry and Sli relives some of the best moments in its history. In "Ask Sli", Sli gets asked about his dreams, remembering people's names, and his e-mail etiquette. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers criticisms are a plenty from Trav, Sli, and callers. Producer Emily guest picks on this week's NFL Pick Ems. Trav says that LBJ needs to be at full strength before he attempts a comeback. The crew devour their spicy chicken sandwiches live on the air. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Crypto.com Arena is still not rolling off the tongue here in Los Angeles. Shohei Ohtani is expected to win his first MVP this afternoon. Three Dodgers pitchers finished in the top 7 for Cy Young Award voting. Who should Dodgers be prioritize bringing back this offseason? In "Fact or Cap", Trav and Sli finally get to share those useless anecdotes they've been waiting their whole lives to share. Is AD closer to being a Pau Gasol type player than a true superstar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trav is beginning to regret his decision to take a bite of a spicy chicken sandwich. The Lakers lost, but still managed to play well. Are there any moral victories in this loss? Frank Vogel had a lot to say about the foul discrepancy versus Milwaukee, especially in relation to his superstar Anthony Davis. In Ton o' Taylor, we find out what Trav and Sli are naming their new boat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We find out what a massive Rage Against The Machine fan Sli really is. Matthew Stafford has been off and the Rams struggle on defense. Stafford's wife responded to unruly fans in a less than ideal way. USC plays UCLA in their rivalry game this weekend, but who cares on a national or local level? In "The Dump", we relive an infamous day in sports on its anniversary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephen A Smith seems to think that the King has won his last title. Is this an overreaction or do the Lakers need a complete overhaul? What is the solution to the Lakers early problems? On "Fact or Cap", we find out the guys think it's inappropriate to use your phone in the restroom. The Nets vs Warriors game was must see TV, for one reason: Steph Curry. Are the Warriors the early favorites to win this year's chip? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Put the new "Crypto.com Center" up there for the worst arena names in sports, say Trav and Sli. The Lakers are in Milwaukee to face the Bucks, and unfortunately for them Khris Middleton is back in the lineup. The Howlin' Rays challenge is tomorrow and Trav and Sli try to talk Producer Greg into joining in on the fun. Giannis vs. AD used to be a fair comparison, but when did the rivalry become so lopsided? In "Ask Sli", we find out Sli's thoughts on camping, eating on planes, and loud music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis and Sliwa feel a little better after last night's losses for the Rams and Lakers. The Los Angeles Rams got stomped on by the Niners on Monday Night Football and the Lakers essentially held a homecoming party for Lonzo Ball, Alex Caruso and DeMar DeRozan by letting the Bulls do whatever they want at the Staples Center. Will the two L.A. teams turn things around soon? Hopefully for the Lakers because LeBron is expecting to return later this week. Also, Christopher Morales comes back in-studio to deliver one more special announcement about the new 710 award show... THE MANDY AWARDS! And last, but not least... The Dump! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Christopher Morales come back in-studio to make another announcement about the new 710 award show that was announced last hour! To get your tickets to this event, visit www.710awards.net. More on the horrendous losses last night by the Lakers and Rams, including open phone lines for fans to vent about the recent woes from both teams. It's another edition of FACT OR CAP with producer Emily! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rams and Lakers both suffered embarrassing losses on Monday night. Who had it tougher? Was it the Rams because they lost to a weak NFC West rival, the San Francisco 49ers? Or was it the Lakers because there's been no signs of growth after 15 games into the season? Christopher Morales and the boss Amanda Brown come in-studio to reveal the name of the 710 Award Show in February. Go on to www.710awards.net to purchase your tickets today! And to wrap up the hour, board op Zack fills in for Funches to put a spin on the Tuesday segment... "Zack Attack"! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talen Horton-Tucker is back in a Laker uniform but Sliwa thinks the Lakers shouldn't "put all their eggs in the basket" for a 20 year old leading the team until LeBron James comes back. And, how much will OBJ help the Rams? Plus, more on the THT vs Caruso debate. Then, "The Dump" with talk on Reese's giant peanut butter cup of a pie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with the fellas previewing the Rams' matchup versus the San Francisco 49ers tonight at SoFi Stadium. Also, reaction to the Chargers losing another close game and a discussion on them not really having "home field advantage" at SoFi Stadium. And, "Fact Or Cap" with proper etiquette on when to start eating when you're eating dinner out with company. Plus, Shohei Ohtani said what!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Over the weekend, the Rams shocked the football world and signed Odell Beckham Jr. Then, Rams' wide receiver Robert Woods suffered a season ending injury. Did the Rams get lucky with the OBJ signing with the Woods injury? Travis and Sliwa discussed. Plus, did the Lakers make the right decision in picking THT over Alex Caruso? Also, a Monday edition of "Ask Sli!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Carrying over from last hour, Bill Plaschke thinks if Corey Seager leaves Los Angeles that the Dodgers should try and sign the notorious Carlos Correa. Does that sound like a bad idea... or does it sound like a terrible idea? Travis and Sli open the phone lines to hear what Dodger fans think. And it's been one full day since we found out that Odell Beckham Jr. is a Los Angeles Ram! Is this a low risk, high reward possibility for the Rams? And the final segment going into the weekend... THE DUMP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob said he really wants to see Stephen Curry get another ring so he can be equal to LeBron James. If Steph does get another championship, will that move him into that pantheon of LBJ? The Los Angeles Clippers have won six games in a row and Paul George is playing at an MVP level. What are they able to do without Kawhi that the Lakers can’t do when a star like LeBron is injured? Also, it's another edition for FACT OR CAP! Bill Plaschke had an article with the L.A. Times making a case that if the Dodgers can’t re-sign Corey Seager that they should go after Carlos Correa. Would you be fine with the Dodgers signing Correa? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s official, Odell Beckham Jr. is a Ram! How will OBJ be able to fit in with the Rams’ offense? Cleveland Browns safety John Johnson III wonders how OBJ will work out in LA since the offense “runs through Cooper Kupp.” Cooper Kupp even said, “If you’re not about that, there’s just not going to be a place for you…” Are the Rams taking a risk on OBJ or will they be able to move on smoothly if he doesn’t work out? Travis and Sliwa open the phone lines to hear what Ram fans have to say. Last, but not least... It's a Friday edition of ASK SLI! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Lakers had an incredible win at home last night over the Miami Heat in OT. Malik Monk dropped 27 points, Westbrook had a triple-double (and eight turnovers) and the team can easily say this was their best win of the season so far. Are we seeing things turn around for the Lake Show now? Sliwa is killing it in the NFL Pick 'Ems so Travis decided to bring on producer Greg of the Mason and Ireland Show to put a stop to that. Also, Travis and Sliwa are giving away Laker tickets to tomorrow's home game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. And breaking news during THE DUMP... Odell Beckham Jr. is finalizing a deal with the Rams! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AFC West is up for any team to grab, as the Las Vegas Raiders take on the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. Will the Chiefs turn things around for the second half of the season? Or will this year's division title go to the Raiders, Chargers or Broncos? Scott Boras calls out tanking culture as to why the Atlanta Braves won the World Series. Are you against MLB teams doing a fire sale around the trade deadline? It's time for another edition of FACT OR CAP! And for the segment, Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay calls in to the show to talk about Von Miller's debut, what to expect against the Niners on Monday night, and... how many hours of sleep does he get at night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sliwa left his laptop charger in the ESPNLA studios last night, and it was gone by the time he came back this morning. The Lakers got a win that they can hang their hat on last night, as they pull off an overtime victory over the Miami Heat, 120-117. Anthony Davis made a comment about Russell Westbrook after the game as to how the Lakers will ride with him until he gels with the team. Laker fans, how are you feeling about Westbrook’s triple double and 8 turnover performance? Trav and Sli open up the phone lines to hear your opinion. And Funches is out today, so we have a temporary installment of… ZACK ATTACK! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Miami Heat tonight at Staples Center. What would a win against a top team from the East mean for this injury plagued Laker squad? The Lakers are 6-5 and haven't had a win that they can hang their hat on yet. What do you think the Lakers should do if LeBron James is going to be out longer? Cooper Kupp is having such an incredible season, that his father is not allowed to have a courtesy draft pick in his fantasy league anymore. And to close out the show... THE DUMP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Los Angeles Dodgers executive Andrew Friedman talked about how Dave Roberts is a big part of what the team has accomplished and expects him to be a big part going forward. Do you want to see Dave Roberts past this season? Trav and Sli open the phone lines to hear what the callers have to say about Dave’s future. Also, it's another edition of FACT OR CAP! The finalists for MLB Awards have been named and there’s a good chance that both the AL and NL MVP did not make the postseason. Would you be fine with Shohei Ohtani and Bryce Harper being named the MVP in their respective leagues? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis and Sliwa may have regretted what they said on “National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day,” as Howlin’ Rays takes them up on their offer. The Los Angeles Lakers host the gritty Miami Heat tonight. What would a win against an Eastern Conference mean for the Lake Show? Bulls guard Alex Caruso was on JJ Redick’s podcast and talked about how he asked the Lakers to match his deal with Chicago. How big of a mistake was it to not resign Caruso? Aside from Caruso, there’s Kyle Kuzma and Montrezl Harrell doing really well with the Washington Wizards. Trav and Sli open the phone lines to hear if callers are rethinking that trade for Westbrook. Lastly, it's a Wednesday edition of ASK SLI! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 3 opened with the guys talking about the Las Vegas Raiders, who are possibly having the worst season "off the field" in NFL history. Also, do the Lakers need to overhaul the roster again? And, a look back at Tyson/Holyfield I, which happened 25 years ago today. And, "The Dump" with more talk on the Jokic/Morris beef. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On National Chicken Sandwich Day, the fellas debate what is the best chicken sandwich out there on the market. And, more talk on the Lakers with the thought that maybe it's too soon to evaluate this team. Plus, "Fact Or Cap" with a discussion on how late should it be during the day for another cup of coffee. Also, is Monday's Rams-49ers an important game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis and Sliwa started the show with reaction to the huge NBA scuffle between the Miami Heat and the Denver Nuggets, mainly Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris. Also, even though the Lakers beat the Charlotte Hornets last night, do we still have worry about the Lakers with no Lebron? Plus, Producer Funch returns to "Funch O' Bunch" with what is the proper "game etiquette." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rams looked bad on Sunday night against the Tennessee Titans. This was the second bad game this season for Matthew Stafford, but there's no reason to compare him to Jared Goff right? It's time for another Million Dollar Monday! The Dodgers do not extend a qualifying offer to their longest tenured player, Clayton Kershaw. Was this Kershaw’s last year with the boys in blue? The Lakers are 5-5 right now and a lot of fans are blaming Russell Westbrook. If Russ can slow down just a bit, would that be enough to change the Laker’s bad start? And Travis and Sli close out the show with... THE DUMP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Lakers lose to the Portland Blazers on Saturday night, as they're now sitting at 5-5 through their first 10 games. What’s the problem? Is it Russ or is it AD? Dwight Howard said “We just gotta play harder.” Do you think it’s the Lakers’ energy that’s the problem? It's time for another edition of FACT OR CAP! After 9 weeks of football, first place of the AFC West up for anyone to grab. And Oregon stands out in the rather weak Pac-12, but how will they do in the college football playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Rams get embarrassed at home on Sunday Night Football by the Tennessee Titans, 28-16. Did the Titans find the Rams’ weak spot? Or did the Rams just underestimate them because Derrick Henry didn’t play? Sliwa quietly celebrated his birthday over the weekend, while the Lakers lose to the Blazers. LeBron is expecting to miss more than a week, so will the Lakers be able to turn things around soon? And last, but not least... ASK SLI! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Lakers lose to the Oklahoma City Thunder again. Laker nation, what are your thoughts? We open up the phone lines. Von Miller wishes Odell Beckham Jr. a happy birthday and sent an invite for OBJ to come to the Rams. Would you like to see Beckham on the Rams or will he ruin the team chemistry? Lastly, we close off the show with... THE DUMP! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the reasons because the Los Angeles Lakers blew a huge lead to the Oklahoma City Thunder again last night is because LeBron James' injury. Bron is expecting to miss at least a week due to an abdominal strain. Are you worried about the Lakers without the LeBron? The L.A. Marathon is this weekend, as Travis and Sli talk about their experiences of running a half marathon. Also, it's another installment of FACT OR CAP! Lastly... How do you feel about the Lakers depth chart? Are there too many guys? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Lakers blew a huge lead to the Oklahoma City Thunder… Again. Laker nation, is it time to hit the panic button? Travis and Sli open the phone lines to hear what Laker fans have to say about Russell Westbrook. Also, Allen put out a poll on Twitter asking Laker fans how they’re feeling right now. 52% believe this team is in trouble. Lastly, it's another Friday edition of ASK SLI! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Travis & Sliwa talk about LeBron's injuries status and how he may miss a few games. The NBA has also changed a lot since LeBron entered the league. How much influence has he had to what other teams do? NFL PICK EMS! The guys also talk about how some companies like Google and Nike incentivize employees to stay at work longer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices