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Fight Through It Mar 02, 2023

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Without LeBron, Anthony Davis, and D'Angelo Russell, the Lakers got a much needed and important win over the Thunder on Wednesday night. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss the game and highlight the individual performances that carried the team, including Dennis Schröder's big second half, Austin Reaves' near perfect shooting night, Rui Hachimura's defense and rebounding, and Troy Brown's hot shooting and hard nosed defense.

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Turnover Mar 01, 2023

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The Lakers lost a hard fought game vs. the Grizzlies, where turnovers and a dynamic 3rd quarter from Ja Morant did them in. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss the game, the asks made of Anthony Davis on both sides of the ball, and how the rest of the team tried to pick up the slack with LeBron out. Then later, the guys react in real time to the news that AD will not play vs. the Thunder and debate how the game might go with the Lakers as shorthanded as they will be.

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Without LeBron Feb 28, 2023

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With yesterday's reports that LeBron James' right foot injury will likely result in an extended absence from the team, Pete & Mike discuss who they believe might step up in LeBron's stead, how the starting & bench lineups will be impacted, the importance of Anthony Davis & discuss the upcoming game against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Stay With It! Feb 27, 2023

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The Lakers executed the largest comeback in the NBA this season, beating the Mavericks after trailing by 27 points in the first half. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss the game by looking at the Mavs early hot shooting, Jarred Vanderbilt's great 3rd quarter and defense on Luka, the Lakers beginning their comeback by playing with force, and Anthony Davis' big night.

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Player Health Feb 26, 2023

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Bonus pod! Mike and NBA/NFL/MLB executive Dr. Robby Sikka, formerly VP of Basketball Operations and Player Wellness, and the VP of Basketball Performance and Technology for the Minnesota Timberwolves, dig into the evolution of player health, discussing, among other things, how increased size and strength, plus position-less basketball, have impacted injuries. They also look at how opponent load management could impact the Lakers playoff push.

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Let It Fly Feb 24, 2023

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The Lakers relied on their depth to beat the Warriors on Thursday night, getting big scoring nights from Malik Beasley and Austin Reaves while LeBron and Anthony Davis did more of the little things to fill in the gaps. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss the game, how a shooter of Beasley's caliber helps the team's half-court and transition offense, and how the new depth of the team is adding their respective strengths to what the Lakers already did well. Then later, the guys discuss Sunday's matchup with the Mavericks and how the new revamped rosters from both sides might impact the game.

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Control Your Destiny Feb 23, 2023

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The Lakers returned to the practice court on Wednesday and provided insight into their thought process and approach towards this last stretch of the season. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss the Lakers goals for their final 23 games and how realistic it is to keep up the intensity and focus required to reach those goals. Then later, the guys break down what they'll be watching for in Thursday's matchup with the Warriors.

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Back to Work Feb 22, 2023

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The Lakers return to practice on Wednesday, with plenty of work ahead to reach their playoff aspirations. Pete & Mike discuss the team’s next steps, with a focus on D’Angelo Russell’s role and the return to a more conventional style of play.

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23 Games Feb 21, 2023

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All-Star weekend is over and the Lakers have what LeBron James described as 23 of the most important regular season games of his career ahead of them. The guys take a renewed look at the team after some time away, including the many boxes checked at the trade deadline, Vanderbilt’s defense, and LeBron’s leadership.

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The Road Ahead Feb 17, 2023

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The Lakers reached the all-star break with a tantalizing win, but have plenty of work to do to make a playoff push. Pete & Mike discuss the mostly favorable schedule ahead, the differing identities of the new starting and bench units, and recent signs that AD is rounding into form.

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