Episodes
LeBron at center has revolutionized the Lakers' offense. Should he continue at center even when Anthony Davis returns? Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie have all the answers and more.
Published 01/08/22
Published 01/08/22
AD goes down, while Ariza returns, capping off a wild week in Laker Nation. Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie talk about how the best big man in the game... LeBron James (lol) can plug the hole at center. Can the Lakers at least tread water in the standings until Anthony Davis returns?
Published 12/21/21
LeBron plays, we pod. The King balled out, and the team is starting to click. Luke "Coach" Walton (again unemployed) and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss the schematic and lineup reasons for the team's improvement, what we're hoping to see next, trade talks, and more.
Published 12/15/21
After a rough start to the Lakers season, it's easy to get down. That's why Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie break down the good stuff in this pod. Learn about the good signs this team is actually showing, LeBron's potential return timeline, and the how this season can still lead to a championship. Of course, we also roast the crypto.com arena name change and discuss whether or not Iman Shumpert could dance his way into rotational minutes on this team.
Published 11/18/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss the line-ups, trends and questions facing the Lakers as they begin the march towards #17. We have actual basketball to talk about again!
Published 10/28/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie preview the upcoming Lakers 21-22 season, with an eye to how LeBron, Westbrook and AD can be most dominant, who the top role players will be, and how the Lakers match up with the rest of the league in the short- and long-term.
Published 10/18/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss the preseason foibles of the 0-6 Lakers. What lineups are and aren't working? How can the Lakers make up for their injuries? Does LeBron care more about the Cleveland Browns more than the preseason (yes)? All that and more in this special recap episode. Who's ready for some real basketball?
Published 10/16/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie reminisce on the 1 year anniversary of the '20 championship, debate the importance of the Vegas mini-camp, break down the Austin Reaves signing, celebrate AD's wedding, and solve the mystery of why the Clippers need SO MANY TOILETS.
Published 09/29/21
This pod gets HEATED, as Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss the recent additions of Deandre Jordan and Rajon Rondo, their expected roles, and the best way for the Los Angeles Lakers to become NBA Champions once again. We also say a fond farewell to Jared Dudley and Marc Gasol. For more Lakers, be sure to follow us on social media. Visit www.lukewaltontalkslakers.com for the deets.
Published 09/14/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie do a deep dive into the Los Angeles Lakers new roster—essentially a brand new team. Discover the new players as we dig into their offensive and defensive potential, possible lineups, and how to best optimize the new Big Three: LeBron, Westbrook, and Davis.
Published 08/08/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie react to Russell "Brodie" Westbrook joining the Lakers, alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis. We break down Russ' game, say our fondest farewells to KCP and Kuzma, look ahead to next season, and project the Lake Show's salary cap implications—and who else we can get on the team.
Published 07/30/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss the latest news and rumors from around Laker Land, the NBA Finals, and a little Olympic Basketball!
Published 07/20/21
...for smoking weed in Texas. Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gille provide their professional opinion on this breaking news, as well as other offseason drama, possibilities and probablities.
Published 06/25/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie react to the untimely Lakers playoff ending, reflect on the season, and look ahead to brighter days in Laker Land.
Published 06/05/21
Will LeBron lead the Lakers to victory in Anthony Davis’ injury? Luke “Coach” Walton and Jonathan “Analyst” Gillie preview this game that’s #onbron—now that Anthony Davis is likely out for Game 5. Will the Lakers rebound? What’s their best lineup in this situation? How much wine will LeBron drink pre-game? Trusted analysis—it’s Luke Walton Talks Lakers.
Published 06/01/21
The Lakers defeat the Suns in Game 3 of the NBA playoffs, exposing the whiny Suns—fans, stars, and all. Join Luke “Coach” Walton and Jonathan “Analyst” Gillie in this disrespectful takedown of a one-way rivalry. Lakers in 5.
Published 05/28/21
Laker fans shouldn't be worried after the Game 1 loss to the Suns. In this episode, Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss Anthony Davis' amount of Mamba Mentality, the déjà vu of a LeBron-led Game 1, Marc Gasol's role, and how the Lakers can still win this series in 5 games.
Published 05/24/21
The play-in victory over the Warriors showed the lineups, strategies and advantages the Lakers need to employ to become back-to-back champions. Join Luke “Coach” Walton and Jonathan “Analyst” Gillie as they break down the Lakers strategy, LeBron’s eye poke, and Alex Caruso’s ascendancy into motivational speaker.
Published 05/21/21
Discover how the Lakers and Warriors stack up ahead of the all-important 7 vs 8 play-in tournament. Will LeBron best Steph Curry? What are the names of the Warriors players? Why did the Clippers play J. Scrubb for 40 minutes? Who is T$unami Papi 🌊 ? Learn all of this and more, as Alex “Warriors Whisperer” Manessis joins Luke “Coach” Walton and Jonathan “Analyst” Gillie on this special pre-playoff preview pod.
Published 05/18/21
Learn how the play-in tournament actually works, how the Lakers can still finish 6th in the standings, and why Anthony Davis is suddenly BACK. Find out why the Lakers are a good-ass team, as Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discover sweet, sweet vindication.
Published 05/11/21
Luke “Coach” Walton and Jonathan “Analyst” Gillie respond to scathing criticism from Mark V about the value of winning—and why Laker fans don’t need to panic. From LeBron’s dragon ball Z training regimen to why Marc Gasol needs to play more, this late-season Lakers pod has got everything you need for the final stretch.
Published 05/05/21
Join Luke "Coach" Walton as they guys take a journey inside an NBA coach's head, breaking down Vogel and his approach to the late-season Lakers in the way only "Coach" can. Hint: Expect more losses, but don't worry about it too much. And, Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie assesses the Lakers' new players, their fit and how all of this leads to potential playoff success—after a bit more pain.
Published 04/27/21
Join Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie as they dig into WHY the Lakers are the number one NBA defense—even without LeBron and AD. Featuring analysis of the playoff picture, 'Mond's camouflage kicks, and fans returning to Staples Center.
Published 04/12/21
Luke "Coach" Walton and Jonathan "Analyst" Gillie discuss the Lakers' playoff hopes, injury woes, and how bad a toe injury really can be. Discover the latest on Marc Gasol's anger, who the best Monstar for the Lakers is, and whether the Lakers paid off health officials in order to ensure that the 17th championship banner is raised on April 15th against the Boston Celtics.
Published 04/05/21