Kawhi says he's a Clipper for the long haul, Giannis is not satisfied, Michael Porter Jr. get a five year Max, Kidd says Luka needs to rely on his teammates are some of the Top NBA Stories. LA Times' Brad Turner joins Allen and discusses Westbrook fitting in, the necessity of AD playing the 5, the expectations for THT, coach Vogel's extension and more. Allen comments on where ESPN ranks the Big 3 Lakers especially Anthony Davis. Dennis Schroder comments on the missed extension, Allen reacts.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HR 2: Most Important Laker

This is a Lakers town, and Allen Sliwa is getting you closer to the team during Lakers Talk weekly on ESPN LA 710 and the ESPN App.

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Sliwa opened up the show reacting to JJ Redick’s introductory press conference as the new Lakers Head Coach.  LA Times’s Brad Turner called in to talk about the expectations for the rookie head coach and what to expect with the roster in the next few weeks. Then, Sliwa played some quotes and talked about his “takeaways” from JJ presser. Also, Sli talked about how LeBron wasn’t involved in the coaching search, which is huge because the Lakers could be “looking at life without LeBron.” Plus, “Crunch Time” with talk on the big OKC/Chicago trade.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New Voice

The Lakers named JJ Redick as their new head coach, and Sliwa had it covered from all angles. Sli thinks JJ will be fine as the head coach, but if he isn’t, it wouldn’t be his fault but that of the front office. Sliwa also took calls on the hiring of the Lakers’ new head coach and many had the same concerns that JJ is not that experienced yet for the job. To talk more about this and other potential moves was Lakers Nation’s Trevor Lane. And then “Crunch Time” with Producer Funch and DeAndre.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Finally Got Our Man!

The NBA world woke up to some huge news as UConn's Dan Hurley turned down the Lakers' Head Coaching job. Why did he say no? Is the Lakers' job not a good job anymore? Sliwa thinks it's still a great job. Sli also took calls from Lakers Fans, who were angry and confused on why the team hasn't filled the position yet. LA Times' Brad Turner called in to talk about Hurley turning down LA's offer and what's next on the list for the Purple and Gold.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What Exactly Happened?

Sliwa started the show with the reports that if JJ Redick gets the Lakers head coaching job, he will be surrounded by an "experienced" staff. Plus, how can the Lakers keep keep up when the West gets tougher? Also, with Kyrie Irving playing so well for the Dallas Mavericks in the playoffs, did the Lakers "drop the ball" not trying to get him in a Lakers jersey? Sliwa talked about it. Then, Bleacher Reports' Eric Pincus gives his thoughts on what the Lakers should do in the offseason, with their roster and coaching job while also giving us the scoop on Bronny James. "Crunch Time" ended the show with talk on Gordon Hayward's weird beef with the Oklahoma City Thunder.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nothing New Yet

With Minnesota Timberwolves beating the World Champion Denver Nuggets, Sliwa wondered how far away the Lakers are compared to the the Nuggets or even the T'Wolves. Plus, should the next Lakers coaching decision run through Anthony Davis or LeBron James? Sliwa had some thoughts on this topic. Also, ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in with an update on the coaching search and what could happen with the roster. Then, Sli and Producer Funches did "Crunch Time!"   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HR 2: Most Important Laker

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