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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 Lakers
Lakers No-Show In Atlanta, Lose 122-102. Reaves Hopes to Return During Trip...
The Lakers, even without LeBron James and Austin Reaves—who continues to nurse a groin injury—had a golden opportunity to keep momentum going Saturday in…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLeBron James Resumes Basketball Activities. What Happens When He Returns?
The Lakers released some good news Thursday. LeBron James has resumed full contact basketball activities, and will be re-evaluated in another week or two. Keep…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Limit Wemby, Luka Dončić, Deandre Ayton Lead LA to Win Over San Antonio
Playing without Austin Reaves (along with the already injured LeBron James) the Lakers faced a tough game Wednesday against a one-loss San Antonio squad, led…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Much Credit Should Rob Pelinka Get For LA's Strong 6-2 Start?
The Lakers are playing well. They've won six of eight without LeBron in the lineup. Luka Donćić has missed four games, and the Lakers have won three. The new…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersNo Luka, No Reaves: Hachimura, Ayton & Nick Smith Jr. (!!!) Lead Lakers to Win In Portland
The Lakers came into the game Monday in Portland without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves, getting the night off after beating Miami Sunday at home. LeBron James…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAnother Triple-Double for Luka Dončić, LaRavia Scores 25, Lakers Beat Miami 130-120
The Lakers came home on a quick trip, facing a stronger-than-expected Miami Heat squad looking to add some legitimacy to their solid start to the season. It…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić Scores 44 in Return to Lineup, Lakers Beat Memphis 117-112
The Lakers got a Halloween treat Friday when Luka Dončić and Marcus Smart were upgraded to probable ahead of their game in Memphis, and man alive, did it turn…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers say Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart Probable to Play Against Grizzlies!
The recent updates and news about the health of Luka Doncic and Marcus Smart were certainly trending towards an impending return to action, with Smart…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersMark Walter Takes Over as Lakers Owner... What Does That Mean for Jeanie, Rob and the Lakers?
For the first time in more than 46 years, the Lakers are run by a person whose last name is not Buss." The Mark Walter Era is officially among us. Lakers fans…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAustin Reaves Buzzer Beater Gives Shorthanded Lakers 116-115 Win Over Minnesota
Once again, the Lakers entered a game missing critical players, with Luka Dončić still out, Marcus Smart downgraded during the day (to out) and star/key pieces…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersCan the Lakers Still Win With Luka Out? Plus, Could Reaves Become too Expensive?
The Lakers are in a bind, playing for at least a few more days without Luka Dončić, and for a lot more than that without LeBron James. But the hope for…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAustin Reaves Scores 41, Lakers Put Up a Good Fight, but Lose to Portland 122-108
The Lakers were a step beyond shorthanded Monday, playing without Luka Dončić, LeBron James, Marcus Smart, Jaxson Hayes, Gabe Vincent (who is expected to miss…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAustin Reaves Scores 51 as the Lakers Beat Kings, Luka Dončić Out at Least a Week
Sunday started with bad news, as the Lakers learned that Luka Dončić will miss the next week (at least) with a sprained finger on his left hand, and a lower…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić Scores 49, Lakers Beat Minnesota 128-110 for First Win of the Season
Now THAT'S more like it. After a bad opening to the season on Tuesday against Golden State, the Lakers raised their level against a very good Minnesota team…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersIs Gabe Vincent a Mismatch Magnet? Could Marcus Smart Help the Lakers "Set the Rules?"
The Lakers have a host of things to figure out ahead of tonight's game at the Crypt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Not just because Minnesota is back in…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersWhat Did the Lakers Learn From the Warriors Loss? Plus, LeBron James' Body Language
First things first -- Luka Dončić participated in Wednesday's practice, and according to JJ Redick seems fine following what looked like a groin/hip thing…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić Scores 43, But LAKERS DOOM THEMSELVES In 119-109 Loss to Warriors
The Lakers weren't great in the preseason, so in that sense, Tuesday's 119-109 opening night loss to the Warriors shouldn't be all that surprising. But in a…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers vs. Warriors, Opening Night! Plus, Why Luka Dončić Raises LA's Ceiling More Than Anyone Else
The Lakers open the season tonight! The real games begin. It's Lakers vs. Warriors, on Peacock! (Something new for this year, and an early taste of a new TV…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersIs JJ Redick Going to Start Gabe Vincent In the Regular Season? Good Idea or Bad Idea?
JJ Redick threw the Lakers socialsphere a curveball in Friday's preseason finale, choosing to start guard Gabe Vincent in the open spot vacated by LeBron…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
NBA SEASON PREVIEW: Lakers outlook for the Western Conference
Hosts Nick Angstadt (Locked On Mavs), Joe Mullinax (Locked On Grizzlies), Rylan Stiles (Locked On Thunder), Ben Beecken (Locked On Wolves), Matt Moore (Locked…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić (31/5/9) Dominates, but Lakers Lose Preseason Finale to Kings, 117-116
Luka Dončić looks ready for the season to start, dropping 31 points, five rebounds and nine assists on the visiting Sacramento Kings on Friday in the final…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
What will we Learn from the Lakers' Final Preseason Game? Plus, Is Marcus Smart a Big Risk?
The Lakers are down to one more preseason game, tonight at the Crypt vs. the Sacramento Kings. It will be the "dress rehearsal" JJ Redick has referenced for a…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersReport: LeBron James Targeting Mid-November Return... Plus, the Lakers lose to Dallas.
First things first: As suspected, LeBron James is hoping to return around mid-November, this from ESPN's Shams Charania. This timetable would have him missing…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić (25/7/4) Dominates in Preseason Debut, but Lakers Lose In Phoenix
There were a lot of things about Tuesday's game in Phoenix against the Suns more important than the final score. Luka Dončić made his preseason debut and was…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić to Make Preseason Debut Tonight, Lakers Get First "Dress Rehearsal"
It's been a disjointed preseason for the Lakers, with critical players in and out (or in the case of LeBron James, just out) of the lineup, whether in…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAustin Reaves, Rui Hachimura and Deandre Ayton Lead Lakers to First Preseason Win
The Lakers got some good news on the floor Sunday, winning their first game of the exhibition season, 126-116 over Golden State at the Crypt. Strong games from…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLeBron out 3-4 Weeks, Injury concerns for Luka. Are the Lakers Falling Behind?
The news out of El Segundo Thursday wasn't good. LeBron James, who hadn't participated in full speed drills yet this preseason, will miss the next 3-4 weeks…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
Shams: LeBron TO MISS AT LEAST 3-4 WEEKS with Sciatica! How do the Lakers React?
LeBron James has yet to practice with the Lakers during the preseason. That wait to hit the court will reportedly take even longer. Hosts: Andy and Brian…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAre the Lakers and Luka Dončić Less Healthy Than They're Letting On?
The Lakers are deep into their second week of training camp, creeping towards the opener on the 21st. LeBron James (nerve issue in his glute) hasn't practiced…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
LeBron's Decision is Hennessy! Also, (Unrelated)... He Might Not Play Preseason Games
It was a big day for LeBron James news on Tuesday. First, James paid off the gigantic tease of the next big "Decision" he'd be making. And, as most of us…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersAre the Lakers Wasting the Preseason? Plus, LeBron Teases "Decision of All Decisions"
The Lakers have lost their first two preseason games. More significant than the scores, though, are the names in the box score. Luka Dončić and LeBron James…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Fall to 0-2 In Preseason, Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent Play Well, Look Healthy
Overall, JJ Redick was happier with the effort in Sunday's 111-103 loss to the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco than he was with the preseason opening…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersBONUS EPISODE: Sloppy, Poor Shooting Lakers Lose Preseason Opener, 103-81
The Lakers opened the preseason without a lot of rotation players in uniform (no Luka Dončić, LeBron James, Marcus Smart and Gabe Vincent), and it certainly…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
JJ Redick Emphasizing "Championship" Fitness, Plus Preseason Game 1 Preview
It's been a mantra for JJ Redick since the Lakers lost Game 5 against the Timberwolves in the first round of last year's playoffs—everyone needs to come back…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersRotation Questions: Where Do Jarred Vanderbilt, Jake LaRavia and Dalton Knecht Fit In?
The Lakers open the preseason on Friday, and while there are plenty of issues to work out, and plenty of time to do it, it's not too early to get a feel for…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLeBron James Nursing Injury, Lakers Season Opener in Jeopardy
After a really fun first day of school (Media Day) the Lakers got down to work on Tuesday, and some of the shine came off the apple fairly quickly. Why?…
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Luka Is Ready to Lead, LeBron Is Excited and Ayton Sees the Opportunity
Monday was the official start of the 2025-26 Lakers season, as Media Day hit El Segundo. It was a low key, mellow affair, with no drama to speak of, and little…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Media Day Preview! Plus, Will Rui Hachimura Get a Contract Extension?
It's finally here, people! The 2025-26 season for the LA Lakers kicks off today with Media Day. In less than a week, the Lakers will be playing preseason…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersNBA SQUAD: Rockets Fred VanVleet Injury Nightmare, Media Day Wishes, Can the Thunder Level Up Again
It's time for another episode of the NBA Squad! Today we are breaking down the Houston Rockets' nightmare Fred VanVleet injury, what we want to see from NBA…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Give JJ Redick a Contract Extension, Want LeBron to Finish His Career as a Laker
The Lakers braintrust met the media on Thursday ahead of next week's kickoff of training camp. As is his custom, Rob Pelinka opened with a sort of state of the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLakers Season Preview: What Lies Ahead for Luka Doncic, LeBron James, Deandre Ayton and more?
With Brian out of town traveling, Aaron Larsuel, the former host of the Official Lakers Podcast, who's also worked for several NBA franchises (including the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersShould the Lakers Start Rui Hachimura or Marcus Smart with Luka, LeBron, Reaves and Ayton?
The Lakers have three starters everyone, from the org to fans to media all agree on. That would be Luka Dončić, Lebron James and Deandre Ayton. Austin Reaves…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersFred VanVleet's Injury Shakes Up Western Conference. Opportunity for the Lakers?
The Lakers are unquestionably a very good team, but aren't generally considered a top contender in the Western Conference. There's a path to get there, but it…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersRob Pelinka Says Luka Gives Lakers "Optionality", Plus, Horry says to (Eventually) Trade Reaves
Rob Pelinka spoke with ESPN's Dave McMenamin last week, and needless to say had a tremendous amount of good stuff to say about new star Luka Dončić. Everything…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersBonus Pod! Will LAKERS FINISH AHEAD OF CLIPPERS, WARRIORS? Pacific Division Preview!
It's a Pacific Division preview with (most of) the Locked On hosts from around the west coast... and Arizona! Which of these five teams is best positioned to…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersIs LeBron James Dropping Clues About Retirement? Plus, Do the Lakers Have a Title Path?
Fair to say people are fully invested in the LeBron James retirement tea leaves. So when he speaks about the subject, as he did this week on the 360 With…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersHow Luka Dončić Changes the Future for the Lakers (Mark Walter Helps, Too)
ESPN's annual Future Rankings had been a sad place for Lakers fans over the last few years, even when things were going well for the team. The Lakers may have…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Doncic now Truly Ready to be a Laker? Plus, his Relationship With LeBron.
The Summer of Luka continues, this time with a profile in WSJ Magazine, the long form arm of The Wall Street Journal. It's both a player profile -- one…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersIs Deandre Ayton Set Up To Have a Big Year for the Lakers?
Context is everything in sports. The Lakers have imported Deandre Ayton to be the new starting center, and it's an opportunity for him to change the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersShould the Lakers Trade Rui Hachimura for Andrew Wiggins?
On Friday, we discussed reports that the Lakers might be more inclined to make moves eating into cap space they've made potentially available for next…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić Has the Lakers In "Win Now" Mode? Plus... More Ballmer/Kawhi/Clippers Mess!
Luka Dončić dominated Eurobasket, leading an undermanned Slovenia to the Round of 8. That performance, along with everything else we've seen in the Summer of…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
Luka Dončić Dominates Again, but Slovenia Is Eliminated... Plus, When Will LeBron Retire?
He did all he could throughout the Eurobasket tournament, elevating a group of scrappy but under-talented Slovenians to the quarterfinals, but finally Luka…
- Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers
What the Locked On Top 100 Reveals About the Lakers In the Western Conference
The Lakers have three players in the Locked On rankings of the top 100 NBA players. Luka Dončić (4), LeBron James (12) and Austin Reaves (58). They're the only…
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Luka Dončić 4th, LeBron James 12th and Austin Reaves 58th in Locked On Top 100
Player rankings can be an irritating exercise, because in most ways theres rarely much functional difference between the 13th and 14th best player in the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić Pushes Slovenia Past Italy, Continues Fueling Hype Around the "Luka Era" for the Lakers
Luka Dončić has gotten progressively better game to game throughout Eurobasket, helping Slovenia get on a hot streak. Sunday against Italy in the Round of 16…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersNBA SQUAD: Breaking Down The Crazy Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer Scandal
Pablo Torre broke a crazy potential scandal involving Kawhi Leonard, the Los Angeles Clippers, Steve Ballmer and some suspicious money. NBA Squad breaks down…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić DOMINATES Vs. Israel. New Details Reported About Kawhi, Clippers
Luka Dončić is rounding into form at exactly the right time for Slovenia at Eurobasket. He put up 37 points and was a dime away from a triple-double as the…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersClippers, Kawhi, Ballmer Under Investigation. How will It Affect the Lakers, NBA?
Wednesday, news broke that Kawhi Leonard was the reported beneficiary of an endorsement deal that would, to say the least, run afoul of NBA regulations. The…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersDo the Lakers Have a True Long Term Plan to Build Around Luka Dončić?
How transformational has the Summer of Luka Dončić been? Not just for Luka himself, but for for the Lakers? And how they plan to approach the future? It's hard…
Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles LakersLuka Dončić DOMINATES WITH EUROBASKET TRIPLE-DOUBLE... Plus, Will JJ Redick Keep going Small?
Slovenia is 1-2 in Eurobasket play, but Luka Dončić is 3-3. Meaning he's had three games, and all of them have been outstanding. That trend continued over the…