The Denver Nuggets ended the Lakers season for the second year in a row, this time in the first round of the playoffs. Mike Trudell joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan to discuss how close the series was despite the Lakers losing in 5 games. Plus, they contemplate whether LeBron James will return for his 22nd season in the NBA with the Lakers.

The Lakers suffered a crushing defeat in Denver, as Jamal Murray beat the buzzer for a 101-99 victory in Game 2. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan sort out the many moments that could have changed the outcome as the Lakers go down 0-2 in this 1st round playoff series. Plus, what do they expect will be different when the Lakers host Game 3?

The Lakers can avenge last year’s defeat in the Western Conference Finals as they face the defending champion Denver Nuggets in the 1st Round of the NBA Playoffs. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan break down how the Nuggets have won the last 8 meetings, how well the Lakers need D’Angelo Russell to improve from last year’s WCF, and debate the X-factors in the series. Plus, they react to LeBron and AD being named to the USA Men’s Basketball team playing in the Paris Olympics this...

After suffering an eye injury against Minnesota, the Lakers’ fortunes have changed dramatically in the last 2 games. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan piece together how the hopes of a 6 seed have been dashed and they look ahead to a more difficult path for the Lakers, likely beginning in the 9 vs 10 elimination game in the Play-In Tournament. Plus, what should the NBA really do to reward the champions of the In-Season Tournament? Geeter has some ideas.

After a successful 5-1 road trip, the Lakers find themselves in the same position as before they left town. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan discuss the ultra-competitive Western Conference and what the Lakers need to do in the final 5 regular season games. Plus, what’s the best path for LeBron James and the team to make another deep playoff run this spring?

The Lakers picked a great time for their longest winning streak of the season. Behind 32 points from Rui Hachimura, they beat the Grizzlies for their 5th straight victory. Kevin Ding joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan   to discuss Rui’s growing confidence and what he’s doing better at this point of the season. Plus, we debate which teams would be a better matchup for the Lakers should they meet in the Play-In Tournament.

With six made 3-pointers against the Hawks, D’Angelo Russell matched the franchise record for most threes in a season. Allie Clifton, Mike Bresnahan and Chris McGee discuss the hot streak that D’Lo has been on for the last few months and if they’re more confident in the Lakers making another playoff run. Plus, could they finally get some good news on the injury front before the regular season comes to an end?

The Lakers have played better since the All-Star break, but have not yet made a significant move up the standings. Mark Medina joins Allie Clifton and Chris McGee to discuss their prospects in April. Are we resigned to the Lakers having to fight their way out of the Play-In tournament for the second year in a row? Who would we like to see them face if they advance? And is any help on the way in time to bolster their depth? There’s a lot at stake with just 15 games to play in the regular season.

In a must-win game for playoff position, the Lakers suffered an epic collapse vs the Kings. Currently sitting at 10th in the West with 18 games remaining, Chris McGee, Mike Bresnahan and Brian Kamenetzky discuss if they think the Lakers can still make a move in the standings. Plus, LeBron has played through ankle soreness for much of the season, but can he stay healthy down the stretch?

The Lakers come home after a tough loss to Phoenix on the road and are now 1-2 since the All-Star Break. Lakers Reporter Mike Trudell is joined by Mike Bresnahan and Jovan Buha to discuss what went wrong, and how much this impacts their chances of moving out of the play-in standings. Plus, Is Wembanyama the top pick in fantasy next year?  

The Lakers enter the All-Star break playing as well as they have in months, with Rui Hachimura’s season-high 36 points leading the way in their victory in Utah. Lakers Reporter Mike Trudell joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the team’s lineup change and its 6-1 mark in February. Plus, Allie shares more from her history-making broadcast as she filled in for Stu Lantz on the Lakers-Jazz game.

The Lakers played some of their best basketball of 2024, rallying to win the final 3 games of the Grammy Road Trip. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan discuss how the team turned it around. Plus, they look ahead to the Lakers unveiling a statue to honor Kobe Bryant.

The Lakers may have left their defense at home after a 3rd straight game allowing over 130 points on the Grammy Road Trip. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan discuss what’s been plaguing the team and how they can right the ship. Plus, they’ll do their best emoji speculation following a cryptic postgame post on social media by LeBron James.

The Lakers remain in the middle of the pack in the Western Conference with just 2 weeks until the NBA’s trade deadline. What changes, if any, will they make? Jovan Buha from The Athletic joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the options the Lakers have to consider in the coming days and the likelihood that they could be as busy as they were ahead of last season’s deadline. Plus, which NBA superstar is the most likely to top Kobe Bryant’s 81 point game?

Chris McGee was downtown to witness the exciting Lakers win against the Thunder in person. He takes Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan through his evening, which included a lot of sushi, in addition to an impressive performance by the home team. The crew also applaud Anthony Davis for only caring about winning, plus, they touch on Darvin Ham’s latest starting lineup and why it might have some staying power.

The Lakers have stumbled since winning the In-Season Tournament, but put together back-to-back wins over the Clippers and Raptors. Allie Clifton, Mike Bresnahan and Chris McGee dissect the team’s return to .500 and the prospect of moving into the top 6 in the West. Plus, how long will it take Geeter to drive to his alma mater in rush hour traffic on the 405?

2023 couldn’t come to a close soon enough for the road-weary Lakers. Allie Clifton, Mike Bresnahan and Chris McGee discuss the difficult end of the year and hope for a better start in 2024, beginning with a 5-game homestand. Which Lakers need to answer the call? Plus, we’re talking about practice! Whose coach made them practice at midnight after a loss in college?

The Lakers who have struggled lately going 2-6 in their last 8 games, recently made a change to the starting five, but is the lineup here to stay? Lakers reporter Mike Trudell joins Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the pros and cons of Darvin Ham’s new look lineup. Plus, we look forward to more minutes for Austin Reaves alongside LeBron James and why Anthony Davis is clearly the best defensive player in the league.

The GOAT of NBA photographers, Andy Bernstein joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan to talk about his legendary career, favorite subjects to shoot and his upcoming project about Kobe Bryant. Plus, is egg nog good? Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? And is cold weather better during the holidays? Allie and Brez pick their sides.

The NBA’s inaugural In-Season Tournament was a smashing success after the Lakers defeated the Pacers in Las Vegas in the championship game. Brad Turner joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan as they share their impressions of the NBA’s new addition to the calendar and share stories from behind the scenes in Vegas. Plus, how would they each spend a $500,000 bonus?

LeBron James took over the 4th Quarter to give the Lakers a hard-fought victory over the Suns in the quarterfinals of the NBA”s In-Season Tournament. Beto Duran joins Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan to recap another transcendent performance by the King as we look ahead to the semis in Vegas against the Pelicans. Plus they discuss whether the intensity the Lakers brought to the glass and the defensive end can be replicated on a regular basis.

Yes, the Lakers kicked off their road trip with an impressive win in Cleveland. And yes, they are still missing four key rotation players. But does that excuse the most lopsided loss in LeBron James’ NBA career, which the team suffered in Philadelphia? Andy Kamenetzky and Mike Bresnahan join Allie Clifton to discuss the biggest concerns on the court in Laker-Land, if LA traffic is worse than dry turkey, whether it’s possible to get to the airport “too early,” and much more.

Back-to-back games scoring 35 points in Year 21? Only LeBron James! Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan marvel at the continued greatness of the NBA’s career scoring leader as the Lakers have started to stack victories. Plus they discuss the Lakers being on the verge of winning West Group A in the NBA’s In-Season Tournament.