NBA Playoff brackets have been busted!! David and Sam discuss three more draft prospects, the draft being delayed and of course more playoff basketball.
6 reported candidates dropped to 5 real quick… We give our thoughts and background on the six candidates the Athletic named as potential targets for the Kings. Sachin Gupta, Adam Simon, Calvin Booth, Monte McNair, Wes Wilcox… Who is Jill’s favorite? Who do we think lands the job and when will a GM be in place?
JC breaks down the box score of a hard fought Game 3 victory over the Mighty Mouse-like Houston Rockets and their micro-ball style of basketball. Defense told the story of tonight’s game, but was there another shining light for The Lake Show from the Happiest Place on Earth? Listen to find out!
Host Brad Hardin is back with another rumor and trade scenario that could land the Hawks a Top 3 pick. He covers the best pick and fit for the Hawks at 6 in Devin Vassell & should the Hawks trade or resign John Collins?
Brandon Marcus is joined by Chris Murch to break down the game three win just after the game ended – we’re postgame! What went right, wrong? Paul George led the way!
Rajon Rondo?! Rajon Rondo! Now that’s what I’m talkin’ about!! The Lakers come out with a bang in Game 2, survive a gut-wrenching third quarter, and this is a whole new series at 1-1 as we await Game 3. Ethan breaks down Rondo’s turnaround and impact, screams for #MOARMARKIEFF, and looks ahead to what the Lakers can expect now that it’s a best of five contest. “Houston, we have a problem,” and it appears to be the Lakers.
Is it Game 2 yet? That’s the theme in Lakerland after a forgettable Game 1. Ethan and JC break down the Lakers’ necessary adjustments, including a potential change to the starting five, DEMAND MORE CARUSO, and suggest a couple of rotation tweaks for Frank Vogel to explore. The fellas need to see more from LeBron & AD, and as they’ve discussed all season long, it’s time to see the Lakers forcing their hand harder against the opposition than try to find ways to beat the opponent at their own game.
Tomer Azarly joins Brandon Marcus to discuss the Game one win, including Pat Beverley returning to the lineup and what he means to the team, Kawhi’s dominance and Jokic/Murray’s disaster of a performance.
Damien and Jill are back with some thoughts on the Kings, past and present… DeMarcus, Rudy Gay, and IT remind Kings fans of what might’ve been. The frustration behind this media narrative – which we’ve learned, isn’t true. Daryl Morey? Brett Brown? What would you do with Buddy Heild?
The Lakers are in the second round! Ethan is back with a solo pod, and along with the rest of Lakerland, he’s eagerly awaiting Game 7 of the Thunder/Rockets first-round showdown to determine what awaits LA. In this episode, Ethan takes a look at the successes the Lakers enjoyed in Round 1, what to fix ahead of Round 2, and takes a few minutes to hit on the importance of mental health while operating inside the Bubble.
Host Brad Hardin reacts to the NBA Boycott and gives his flowers to those that Basketball and Entertainment Worlds lost this past week. Brad also unveils some interesting Hawks rumors that could possibly have the organization contemplating keeping or trading the 6th pick.
The Clippers finished off our beloved Mavs, who fought like heck without KP. Luka is incredible, and now we look to the offseason with host Lawrence Brooks.
The Sunday wrap pod is here! Brandon Marcus and Justin Wilson of @LAClippersFilm hop on for a quick reaction show, as the Clippers knock off the Mavs in round one of the playoffs. The guys hit on the positive impact from Kawhi (of course) and Zubac, and try to figure out how to solve the bench issues before a round two potential preview.
What a week to be a sports fan! Brandon Marcus welcomes Jovan Buha of The Athletic for an extended chat about the NBA and society, Ivica Zubac, and a Twitter mailbag!