Austin Reaves continues to shine with Team USA as they pursue the gold medal in the FIBA World Cup. This week, Mike Bresnahan and Chris McGee join Allie Clifton to discuss the summer of Austin Reaves and explain why he could be on one of the best contracts in the NBA. Plus, the crew also looks forward to season 21 for LeBron, the development of Jarred Vanderbilt and how new addition Taurean Prince will fit in next season.

Fresh off the news that the Lakers will unveil a statue of Kobe Bryant on February 8th, 2024, the fellas join Allie Clifton to discuss their favorite memories from the Mamba while wearing #8 and #24. They also make their best guesses as to what the actual statue might look like. Then, in a rousing round of Bucket or Brick, Geeter and Brez debate whether they are in too many fantasy football leagues.

As the Lakers await the official regular season schedule to be released, they know their path to Las Vegas and the championship for the NBA”s inaugural In-Season Tournament. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan speculate how the players and coaches will treat these initial group play games in the regular season, as well as share the games that interest them the most. Plus, they debate if you should give it your all when playing kids in games or if it’s better to build their confidence.

The Lakers locked up superstar Anthony Davis with a 3-year contract extension through 2028. Dan Woike from the Los Angeles Times joins Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the richest extension in NBA history and what it means for the Lakers’ future.  Plus, Dan shares some stories from his time in Las Vegas with Austin Reaves and the US National Team before the FIBA World Cup.

 It's the summer of Austin! The Lakers Austin Reaves signed his contract extension last month and now suits up for the USA Men's National team for the FIBA World Cup. Allie Clifton, Chris McGee and Mike Bresnahan wonder how Reaves will most benefit from this international experience.  Plus, they discuss the contract extension that the Lakers could offer Anthony Davis.

Darvin Ham flourished in his first year as an NBA head coach, leading the Lakers to the Western Conference Finals. Brad Turner from the Los Angeles Times joins Allie Clifton and Chris McGee discuss how successful Ham was and where he can grow.  Plus, they speculate whether Austin Reaves is a favorite to be the NBA’s Most Improved Player next season.

Colin Castleton takes some time between games in the Las Vegas Summer League to join the Podcast. He discusses his journey to the NBA with Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan and why not being drafted helped him land a two-way contract with the Lakers. He also shares his connection with Austin Reaves. Plus, Kevin Ding shares his thoughts on LeBron’s announcement and the Lakers’ offseason moves.

NBA free agency is currently underway, and the Lakers made a flurry of moves to bring back players and improve their roster heading into next season. Chris McGee, Mike Bresnahan and special guest Brian Kamenetzky breakdown a busy week for the Lakers and discuss what areas still need to be addressed this offseason.

Days after being drafted by the Lakers, Maxwell Lewis visits the studio for this week’s Podcast. Max joins joins Allie Clifton, Mike Bresnahan and Mike Trudell to discuss his draft night experience as well as the prospect of playing for the Lakers alongside LeBron James, Anthony Davis and company. Plus we discuss his music.

Less than 2 weeks before free agency and mere days before the NBA Draft, teams are already making moves. Will the Lakers be one of them? Jovan Buha from The Athletic joins Allie Clifton and Mike Bresnahan to discuss the Suns and Wizards agreeing to move Bradley Beal in a blockbuster deal and what’s next for Chris Paul. Plus, do we think the Lakers will keep their 1st round pick in Thursday’s draft?