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Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
Locked On Lakers podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA. Hosts Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered the Purple and Gold since 2005 for media outlets including the LA Times, ESPN and The Athletic, offer traditional journalism, informal commentary, and offbeat humor to provide expert, local analysis. Locked On Lakers takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops…
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Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersIs Walker Kessler Ready to Have a Major Impact for the Lakers? Plus, Phil Jackson Gets a Statue!
On Tuesday's show, we talked about players like Ziaire Williams, Collin Sexton or Cam Carr who could make a significant difference in how the Lakers finish the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Much Can Good Chemistry Help the Lakers Exceed Expectations This Season?
The Lakers are expected to be good this season... but not good in a way people need to pay much attention to, according to the pundits and assorted…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersThe NBA Drops the Hammer on Steve Ballmer and the Clippers (and How the Lakers Dodged That Bullet)
There were people, very likely including Clippers owner Steve Ballmer, who didn't think Adam Silver had the stones to do it. Those people were wrong. The NBA…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWho Should Be the Fifth Starter for the Lakers? Williams? Mamukelashvili? LaRavia? Thiero?
Four spots in the starting lineup for the Lakers seem pretty settled. Obvously starting with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, and from there…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersReport: Lakers Ownership Issues Are Slowing the Basketball Operations Rebuild
It'll be a while before we know if the new ownership group led by Josh Kushner and Bob Iger will be a net positive or a net negative for the Lakers. We don't…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWould Bruce Brown Help the Lakers? And Who Should They Cut When the Time Comes?
The Lakers lost out on Jonathan Kuminga last week (or dodged a bullet, depending on your POV) when the free agent forward went to Minnesota. But that doesn't…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersESPN Preseason Predictions: Will the Lakers Be the NBA's Most Disappointing Team?
Every summer, ESPN issues it's preseason predictions. We hit on a few of them already, noting for example that the Lakers are predicted to win 45 games, and…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersJonathan Kuminga Goes to Minnesota, Jeanie Buss Goes to Court...
Well, it looked like a slow news day until it wasn't. First, finally the Lakers (and everyone else) got a conclusion to the Jonathan Kuminga saga. He's going…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersKuminga Down to Los Angeles and Minnesota? What's One Thing Austin Reaves Can Improve?
There are a couple players still rattling around the NBA, unsigned. Two have limited options but likely return to their current teams (Benedict Mathurin, Jalen…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersESPN Grades the Lakers' Offseason. Does the Luka-Centric Rebuild Get High Marks?
ESPN is out with a bunch of late-summer evaluations for teams around the league. It includes win projections (45, which they say will be sixth in the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić Is Showing the Lakers a Good Time in Slovenia (and Why That Matters)
Turns out there's no real downside to being Luka Dončić's teammate, at least as it pertains to offseason team bonding trips. The Lakers, flown out to Slovenia…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersFantasies of Nikola Jokic Are Already Percolating In Los Angeles
The Nuggets unloaded Peyton Watson in a deal on Wednesday that netted them a first rounder in 2031 and another second rounder. All of this despite Watson…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersPeyton Watson Sent to Cleveland, Denver Gets Weaker, Helps Lakers in the Western Conference
One of the last big pieces left to move in the NBA this offseason finally found a home on Wednesday, as Nuggets small forward Peyton Watson, once a rumored…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Buss Family Drama Could Impact Lakers Basketball, and Jeanie's Legacy
The Buss siblings clapped back at Jeanie Buss in their argument over whether the sibs have the ability to force a liquidation of the family shares, and as we…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersThe Buss Siblings Try to Force a Sale of Their Remaining Shares, Which Jeanie Tries to Block
Rather than cede the franchise sale drama to Mark Walter, Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, the Buss siblings on Monday went full bore into doing what they do…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow (Yet Another) Dennis Schröder Trade Impacts Jonathan Kuminga and the Lakers
For the nine zillionth time since turning down a long-term deal with the Lakers, veteran guard Dennis Schröder is on the move, this time from Cleveland to…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Schedule Breakdown: Highlights, Lowlights, and Big Challenges Ahead
In a normal offseason, the August schedule release is one of those signpost events that lets fans know the season is creeping closer. It's a fun chance to try…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow do Lakers Fans Feel About New Ownership? And Why the Sale Needs to Happen Quickly
A drop was dropped on Lakers nation this week with the sale of the team from Mark Walter to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. Nobody saw it coming, not even…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Will LAKERS SALE to Kushner & Iger IMPACT Jeanie Buss and Rob Pelinka?
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Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersMark Walter Will Sell Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 Billion
Well THAT was unexpected. After decades of family ownership, the Lakers will change ownership for the second time in less than a year and a half, with news…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Vs. Steph! The Lakers Vs. LeBron! Plus, How Much Pressure Does Donćić Face?
The first bits of the schedule were released on Tuesday, and (no surprise) the Lakers play a big role in what the NBA now calls Opening Week, and then on…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersNBA Schedule Release Begins! Lakers Opening Day, Christmas Matchups Revealed!
The NBA's annual slowplay of its schedule release began on Tuesday, and two of the marquee games will involve the Lakers. They'll open the season against Steph…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWhich Lakers Are Most Likely to Outperform Their Contracts? Or Underperform?
The question of value is going to be a huge one for the Lakers this season. Especially in the context of which players provide more of it than their salary…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersCan the Lakers Contend Before Luka's Contract Expires? This Offseason Provides Clues.
This question came in from a listener, TheStewPup at Kambrothers on Twitter: Given the team's lack of (positive) trade pieces, how long do you guys think it…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersThe Lakers Would Love to Get Players Like PJ Washington... But are the PJ Washingtons Available?
The Lakers need to fill out their roster, and the biggest need is a forward with defensive versatility who can also shoot a little. Dallas forward PJ…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Does Lakers' Offseason Stack Up Against the Rest of the NBA?
The great David Aldridge at The Athletic has a review of the summer's activity around the NBA, ranking teams by how successful an offseason they had. That…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersIs Luka Dončić Part of the Solution for the Lakers' Problem at Power Forward?
The Lakers have a hole at forward. Most people think that hole is at power forward, more specifically. And no question, it would be great to fill it with a…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAs Dallas Explores Trades, Is Klay Thompson a Solid Option for the Lakers?
Maybe it's because his dad is a broadcaster for the Lakers, but Klay Thompson has been connected via rumors to the purple and gold for years. And now, at 36…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Coaches, NBA Insiders Offer Breakdown of Luka Doncic's New Roster
The Lakers had a very eventful offseason, leading to what could rightly be called a radical roster makeover. Whether you like, dislike, or remain undecided…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Do the New Look Lakers Stack Up in a New Look Western Conference?
The Lakers are a radically different team this year than last. Better? Worse? About the same? You could make an argument for all three. But at the least, it's…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić to Host Mini-Camp for Lakers in Slovenia in August
The Lakers became Luka Donćić's team the moment he was traded to the Lakers, but from a leadership perspective he didn't have to fully take on every part of…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWhile the Lakers Hunt for Talent, Mark Walter's Business Is Under Federal Investigation
Tuesday began with more news about the federal investigation into the vast business empire of Dodgers owner Mark Walter and the Guggenheim Group. It's…
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Would Cam Johnson Make More Sense for the Lakers Than Jonathan Kuminga?
As the Lakers (or at least Lakers fans) endure the Jonathan Kuminga Waiting Game -- and along those lines, Jake Fisher reports Monday evening that the Lakers…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersThe Lakers Need a Forward, but is Jonathan Kuminga a Realistic Option... or Worth the Effort?
The Lakers need a starting-caliber forward. That much is clear, and it's not exactly a state secret. Whether the Lakers can do it this offseason remains to be…
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LeBron James Joins 76ers! How will the Decision Impact the Lakers' Offseason?
LeBron James has chosen the Sixers. LBJ had already long been out the Lakers' door, so in that sense, it's kind of a formality. But on a practical level…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersMatisse Thybulle Scouting Report! Lakers Getting a Defensive Chaos Agent?
The Lakers haven't yet officially signed Blazers free agent forward and defensive specialist Matisse Thybulle to a veteran's minimum deal, but that's only a…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAre the Lakers Done Making Moves? Is Jonathan Kuminga the Only Significant Name Left?
The Lakers have undergone a massive offseason roster transformation, with three (at most) holdovers from last season's rotation. Lots of new faces. More…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersCan JJ Redick MAXIMIZE the Lakers ROSTER? Are Carr, Thiero PART OF A PLAN?
Unless the Lakers can pull what's become a very tricky rabbit out of their proverbial hat and figure out a complicated deal for a high-profile forward, the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersZiaire Williams Scouting Report! Staying in Lane Equals Success for New Laker Wing
The Lakers have long needed more young players and promising wing defenders... and if possible, more young promising wing defenders. As such, it makes perfect…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Sign Defensive Ace Mattisse Thybulle! Who Will be Moved to Make Room?
The Lakers have clearly been pondering the defensive issues that remained evident after their initial wave of new roster additions. Yes, Walker Kessler and, to…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersNew Collin Sexton Scouting Report! Great Energy, Scoring. Shaky Defense, Decisions
During the 2025-26 season, the Lakers' bench, to put it generously, lacked scoring punch. Some of this was the byproduct of continual injuries, which kept…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersNew Walker Kessler Scouting Report! Can the new Lakers Center Handle Increased Scrutiny?
It cannot be overstated how much is riding on Walker Kessler's impending success and fit with the Lakers. It's not simply how much the team needs the skills…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersCameron Carr and Adou Thiero are Summer League Standouts. Ready for Lakers Rotation?
The Summer League Lakers are undefeated in Las Vegas, cemented by Thursday's 102-85 beatdown of the Chicago Bulls. Tournament play awaits, but in the bigger…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Still Targeting Jonathan Kuminga, but also Matisse Thybulle? (Guest: Jovan Buha)
The Lakers, in need of more depth along the wing, have reportedly been in talks with both the Atlanta Hawks and free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga about a…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Doncic, Austin Reaves' Leadership of Lakers' New Era. (Guest: Mike Trudell)
It's officially the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles, and not simply because the roster was completely revamped with a goal of building properly around him…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersMark Walter and Rob Pelinka's VISION for the Lakers, Luka. (Guest: Anthony Irwin)
The Lakers are now a year or so into the "Mark Walter era," which happens to coincide with the official start of "the Luka Doncic era." More than ever, all the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Offseason Breakdown! Can Walker Kessler Anchor Defense? (Guest: Trevor Lane)
The Lakers may not be done making moves this offseason, and if they have their way, likely won't be. But for the time being, given how they're over the cap…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Scouting Report: Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton!
The Lakers have a LOT of new faces this coming season, with a rotation that's been radically overhauled. For better or worse? That remains to be seen, but were…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Sign Wing Ziaire Williams, Austin Reaves' Contract Lower than First Reported
The Lakers' offseason churn never stops... and in this case, that's a good thing! On Monday afternoon, two pieces of positive news broke for the Lakers. First…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Summer League Standouts. Carr. Thiero. Manon. And does Kaluma Deserve a Two-Way Deal?
The Lakers pick up their Summer League run in Vegas on Tuesday vs. the Clippers, and are looking to extend a thus far undefeated run in Sin City. Obviously, as…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Now Operating Over the Cap. How will this Affect More Offseason Moves?
On Sunday, the Lakers announced the official signings of Austin Reaves and Collin Sexton, following a CBA-mandated order of operations that contains no…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWhat Happens to Bronny James Now That LeBron Is Leaving? Plus, Kawhi Trade Weirdness!
The assumption among many fans now that LeBron is out the door is that Bronny is soon to follow, or should be at least, whether that's because the Lakers push…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersDo the Lakers REALLY Not Want PJ Washington (If He's Available)? If Not, Why?
First things first - there's no indication that Dallas forward PJ Washington is actually on the market, but his name pops up all the time and in theory, there…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWalker Kessler Is Officially a Laker, and Sign and Trade Talk Around Kuminga Grows
The Lakers started into their business this week making official what was unofficial before. Tuesday, it was the business of finalizing the trade to send…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers to Sign Center Kevon Looney, Still Chasing Forward Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers, having traded Deandre Ayton, badly needed to address the backup center position, and on Tuesday did just that, signing veteran Kevon Looney, known…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWith Rui Hachimura Gone, Who Do the Lakers Target? Plus, Why LeBron and the Lakers Broke Up
We learned Monday morning that Rui Hachimura will be heading to Inglewood to join the Clippers next season, on a two year deal worth $28 million (with the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersCameron Carr Looks Great In Summer League. How About Adou Thiero?
The Lakers need some wins in the draft and player development space after swings and misses on Jalen Hood-Schifino and Dalton Knecht. Well, Cameron Carr looks…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersReport: Rui Hachimura to Sign With Clippers, Two Years, $28 Million
As the Lakers reportedly try to open up the space to continue adding to what is currently a guard-heavy, wing/forward-light roster, there was at least some…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersScouting Report! What Does PF/C Sandro Mamukelashvili Bring to the Lakers?
One of the big moves the Lakers made after the big Walker Kessler trade was to wrap up former Raptors PF/C Sandro Mamukelashvili. The Georgian vet has been a…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersThe Lakers Trade Deandre Ayton to Wizards, Likely More Moves to Come
The Lakers are trying to open up enough space to bring in one more impact player this offseason, and started that business on Friday by trading backup center…