Lakers Lounge

Anthony offers his thoughts to some of the quotes coming from Lakers practice. Most notably, he wasn't impressed by JJ Redick addressing his decision to make no subs in the second half of game four. He also reacts to Maxi Kleber's injury update then dives into a great set of questions in this week's mailbag.

JJ Redick was asked about his coaching with a little time to think about it and... didn't exactly back down to the criticism he's received. Anthony gives his thoughts on that, then previews tonight's elimination game.

A listener wanted to know if, had a couple things swung in the Lakers' favor and they won, Anthony would feel differently about JJ Redick's approach to the second half. He explains why he wouldn't have been, then answers some other great questions about Austin Reaves, who has been a hot topic this series.

This is one of those instances where the guys turn on the mics and basically just vent. The end result is a lengthy conversation about gorillas, Luka Ball, JJ Redick as a coach, Rob Pelinka's shortcomings and almost literally everything in-between.

The guys meander through some topics Anthony would rather cover instead of having to face the reality of the Lakers facing elimination as soon as Wednesday night.

The Lakers and Wolves have played four games and the Lakers' offense (especially late) has taken a trip back to the stone age. The guys talk about why this is the case and whether the Lakers can do anything about it -- or if they'll just lose this series the same way four times.

After spending an hour talking about how the Lakers arrived here, Anthony and Raj then spend another half hour answering questions from a live audience that is also wondering how the hell the Lakers arrived here.

The Lakers are a couple plays here and there from being up 3-1 heading back to L.A. Instead, the Timberwolves made those plays and have now pushed the Lakers to the brink of elimination. Anthony breaks down a truly horrendous performance from JJ Redick and what it cost the Lakers.

Anthony went live right after the game and tried to break it down but it was all so raw that he just ranted for a while. JJ Redick blew this one. Rob Pelinka played a role because of the roster he's put together over the years. Luka Ball is maddening. Ant is really bleeping good. Anyway, enjoy -- or try to.

There's no way around it. JJ Redick didn't make a single sub in the second half and the Lakers ran out of gas. Now they're down 3-1 heading back to L.A. and he'll have to find a way to earn back the trust and belief of his locker room.