Showtime Forum

Chris and Chaez break down the impact of Kyle Kuzma's contract extension and what it means for Lakers moving forward; Lakers beat writer Harrison Faigen of SB Nation joins the pod to talk Kuz's extension, THT's role, weakness of the Lakers (if any), and more; what to expect from sophomore Talen Horton-Tucker this season; what surprises can we expect on Opening Night aka Ring Night for the Lakers as they face rival Clippers; breaking down the Lakers' first week of the regular season

Chris and Chaez break down the phenomena that is Talen Horton-Tucker through the first 2 preseason games; is he the real deal?' what are the realistic expectations for him during the season with a fully healthy roster; who's minutes does he take; what other Lakers have been impressive thus far; what to expect in the final 2 preseason games against the new-look Phoenix Suns

Chris and Chaez talk about LeBron's recent comments on how he will approach this season with a quick turnaround as well as some digs he takes at the Clippers; how many games will LeBron and/or Anthony Davis actually play in this season; the impact of the new additions like Trez, Schroeder, Matthews, and Marc Gasol; why did AD take a 5-year deal instead of a 2+1; was bringing back Quinn Cook a good thing or a bad thing; how do Lakers address a need for one more big man

Chris and Chaez talk about newest Laker Dennis Schroeder's comments about wanting to start alongside LeBron and AD; how does that muck up the rotation and second unit; is AD waiting on Giannis before signing a new deal; should Lakers consider giving Kuzma an extension now; who else should Lakers sign to round out the roster; is a Pau Gasol return a real possibility; the impact of Jared Dudley

Chris and Chaez discuss the Lakers fantastic start to free agency with some great additions to the roster; how will these new additions impact the team; what are the downside of losing key free agents like Rondo, Dwight, McGee, and Danny Green; 710 ESPN radio host and entertainment reporter Ben Lyons joins us to discuss the Lakers, Knicks, NBA, movies, and more; how will the Lakers round out their roster; who is the biggest threat to them in the West

Chris Camello and Chaez Pearson are back and joined by Lakers beat writer Lauren Jones to break down the Lakers' offseason moves of trading for OKC Thunder guard Dennis Schroeder; his impact on the team; what kind of contract will Anthony Davis sign to stay with Lakeshow; which incumbent free agents will Lakers bring back; who will they sign and/or trade for on the open market; how will the other NBA blockbuster trades shape the league's landscape moving forward

Chris and Chaez return after a one week sabbatical to talk about how the NBA's proposed Dec 22nd start date would impact LeBron and the Lakers; which of their numerous free agents should they consider re-signing besides AD; which free agents/trades should they pursue; and did the Dodgers' overlapping playoff schedule steal some of the Lakers' championship thunder? 

Chris and Chaez break down how the Lakers were able to clinch their 17th championship in franchise history defeating the tough Miami Heat in 6 games; where this championship ranks among other iconic Lakers titles; how LeBron James could be the greatest leader in NBA history; how Jeanie Buss, Rob Pelinka, Frank Vogel, and Anthony Davis finally earned some respect; and what to expect from the Lakers this offseason and next season

Chris and Chaez break down the Lakers being on the brink of winning their 17th championship; how LeBron and AD finally woke up to help the Lakers take a 3-1 series lead; KCP stepping up in a huge game; the depth of the Lakers showing it value against Miami; could Dwight Howards role be marginalized at this point; what to expect in Gam 5 from both Lakers and Heat

Chris and Chaez break down how the Lakers got back into the NBA Finals, the greatness of the LeBron/AD duo; what to expect in the NBA Finals against the Miami Heat; who needs to step up for the Lakers in this series; how does Doc Rivers firing change the NBA landscape