We discuss Lebron's opt-in (or was it out?), the latest free agency signings around the league, the Lakers signing of young prospects, and the availability of DeAndre Ayton, who we like. But more importantly, Donna Who is Always Wright is back!!!

We go through the Lakers season and playoff loss. We give Rob Pelinka specific instructions on what NOT to do, we evaluate players in terms of who stays, we look at the Dallas Mavericks' lucky draw, and we make a prediction for next season.

In this episode of the Purple Blood Lakers Podcast, we discuss the trade for Mark Williams, how it got rescended, and what that means for the Lakers future. We also discuss the game against the Indiana Pacers without LeBron. Austin Reeves and Rui played great!

In this Purple Blood episode, we discuss the trade of the...century? Luka Donkic is the Lakers future, and AD is in the past. We discuss the reasons, implications, starting lineup, bench, future prospects, downsides and we have a little fun. What do you think of the trade? Check in in the comments!

In this Purple Blood episode, we review Game 28 vs. the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers won the game again. But it was close. Bron needed to have a great game with AD not playing his best, and he did, with 32, 7 and 6 plus 4 steals. AD had only 10 points with 15 rebounds, 3 blocks, 3 steals, and a worrisome, lazy 5 turnovers, Max Christy played less, in favor of an animated DLo, who went for 20, 4, and 5. Cam Redish had an impact with 2 steals and 2 blocks along with 5 points and 4 rebounds. Nice win against a team we are getting sick of.

In this Purple Blood episode, we review Game 27 vs. the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers won the game against a great offensive team lead by De'Aaron Fox and former Laker Malik Monk. Bron had an other OK game with only 2 turnovers, 19 6 and 7. As Bron's usage goes down, Austin's goes up, which is good for the Lakers. AD went off fort 21 points with 19 rebounds, 6 blocks, 3 steals, and only 3 turnovers, Max Christy played solid defensive primarily on Fox, Cam Redish didn't score but made some nice defensive plays, and Austin Reeves continues to play hard every game. DLo had 16 points, 6 rebounds, a steal and a block, but if he keeps on casually turning the ball over (8 second violation and lazy pass in 1st quarter), this man is going to be traded.

In this Purple Blood episode, we review Game 26 vs. the Memphis Grizzlies. The Lakers won the game against a team lead by the explosion called Ja Morant. Bron had an OK game with 5 turnovers, 18 8 and 8. AD went off fort 40 points with 16 rebounds, Max Christy played solid defensive primarily on Morant, Cam Redish turned in a helpful 8 points and 2 steals, and Austin Reeves continues to play hard every game.

In this Purple Blood episode, we review Game 25 vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Lakers lost the game to a team that is struggling less. Having given us a nice game 24 vs. the Blazers, DLo decided to follow LeBron's lead and take the night off, remaining consistently inconsistent. AD had 23 points and 11 rebounds, spending most of the night fading away from midrange. He and Rudy Gobert, who has stolen AD's DPOY trophy, agreed to keep it polite with 1 foul each. Big Body Rui had an off night again with 9 points, but showed effort with 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals offset by 3 turnovers. Austin Reeves returned, to shake off some rust, scoring 18 points with 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. Max Christie was solid with 15 as a starter, while Gabe Vincent, also starting, gave tough defense after gettings switched on bigs, but only gave us 6 points. Turnovers killed the Lakers.

In this Purple Blood episode, we review Game 24 vs. the Portland Trailblazers. The Lakers won the game after controlling the last 3 quarters decisively. We played with energy, lead by DLo with 28 points and 14 assists, AD with 30 points and 11 rebounds, and the consistently efficient Big Body Rui with 23 points, 2 assists, 4 steals, 1 block, and 5 rebounds. Lebron James took the night off to rest an ailing foot. Knecht gave us 6 points and 8 helpful rebounds, as he faces the rookie wall. Austin remains hurt, so Gabe and Max started, scoring 7 points between them, but Max was helpful with 4 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal. Cam made some nice plays giving us 6 points and 4 assists. Against the Blazers, not much can be learned, but a win is a win.

In this Purple Blood episode, we review Game 23 vs. the Atlanta Hawks. The Lakers lost this winable game by one point in OT. We played with energy, but made some bad plays down the stretch, particularly AD. Lebron James had perhaps the most impressive game of any 39 year old ever with 39, 10 and 11, and AD was right behind him with 38 10 and 8. Knecht gave us 14, which was nice to see. Austin remains hurt, so Gabe started, scoring 12 points going 5 for 11. Big Body Rui had a decent game, shooting 5 for 6, with 9 rebounds. Max had another good night, but DLo, going 3 for 9 with 3 assists with 2 turnovers was a letdown. Our injuries are catching up to us.