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Welcome back, basketball fans! In this week's episode of The9450: Codename NBA, hosts Daniel Artest (DA) and Lauren Sanders (Lolo) dive into the hottest topics in the NBA. Strap in for an action-packed episode as we break down the latest thrilling moments on the court and discuss the biggest headlines from around the league.

Topics:

1. Lakers Win a Classic Game

   • A nail-biter as the Lakers triumph over the Warriors 145-144!
   • LeBron James puts on a legendary performance with 36 points, 20 rebounds, and 12 assists.
   • Is LeBron and Steph Curry's rivalry the new standard in the NBA?

2. D'Angelo Russell's Resurgence

   • D'Angelo Russell's impressive stats over the past few weeks.
   • Should the Lakers pull him off the trade block, or is patience the key?

3. NBA Scoring Explosion

   • Luka Dončić drops 73 points in a win, while Devin Booker scores 62 in a loss.
   • Is it time for the NBA to shift focus back to defense?

4. Doc Rivers Takes on Milwaukee Bucks Head Coaching Role

   • Doc Rivers discusses his plans for getting the Bucks back on track.
   • What changes can we expect with Rivers at the helm?

5. NBA All-Star Starters Named

   • Biggest Snub: Jalen Brunson.
   • Biggest Surprise: Small markets getting appreciation, SGA over Steph Curry, Tyrese Haliburton voted in as an East starter.
   • Should the All-Star format shift to a USA vs WORLD matchup with the influx of overseas superstars?

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