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Lakers offseason recap; Anthony... is actually happy? Sep 07, 2023

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Anthony goes positional group by positional group to analyze a roster that... he actually likes quite a bit? He likes them enough to rank them as a top five group heading into next year. If he's happy, something terrible is about to happen, so let's all just enjoy this.

BREAKING: Lakers reportedly sign Christian Wood Sep 06, 2023

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Anthony returns from vacation to some actual news! The Lakers have a (quite good) backup center! He discusses Christian Wood's strengths, weaknesses, and why he is available at the discounted price the Lakers were able to take advantage of. He also explains his lengthy absence.

Has "Winning Time" lost its way? Plus, Ahsoka reaction Aug 25, 2023

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"Winning Time" has become super watered down and Rosario Dawson isn't a very good Ahsoka. Aaron and Anthony react to a couple shows that they still mostly like but do wish were a bit better.

Did James Harden and Damian Lillard just end the player empowerment progress? Aug 25, 2023

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The NBA has fined James Harden and it's making Anthony think owners have finally drawn their line in the sand that players will not cross as player empowerment has gotten somewhat out of control.

Lakers announce Kobe's statue unveiling; Let's talk about Kobe Aug 25, 2023

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With the Lakers formally announcing when Kobe's statue will be unveiled, Anthony and Aaron reminisce on Bryant, marvel at Vanessa's strength, argue about Kobe v Harden, but mostly just think back on a player and person they dearly miss.

Jovan Buha on Austin Reaves, Taylor Swift, brick, mortar, and Christian Wood Aug 23, 2023

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Jovan Buha (The Athletic) stopped by to discuss a feature he wrote about Austin Reaves. It's fantastic. He and Anthony talk about Reaves' meteoric rise, what drives Reaves, his fit on the Lakers, and where his ceiling might be. They also talk about why Reaves has been so successful from a basketball perspective and finish with a quick discussion about the Lakers' final roster spots.

What makes Austin Reaves as noticeably impactful as he is? Aug 22, 2023

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Anthony explains what makes Austin Reaves so special and why he's confident the stellar play we've seen from him on Team USA is immediately translatable to what the Lakers will need from him this year. He also answers your questions about LeBron James' minutes and the types of players he thinks the Lakers should target when trades become a thing again.

Lakers Schedule Breakdown: It's tough, but manageable Aug 18, 2023

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The Lakers' schedules ranks in the top five of toughest in the league as it's laid out right now but does have some stretches that can make up for those difficulties. He finishes with a couple questions from the live audience.

Anthony explains why there appear to be so many contract grievances around the league Aug 17, 2023

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Anthony and Aaron continue talking about James Harden and why everyone finds themselves in the predicament they're in. Anthony says it's exactly what James Harden and Daryl Morey deserve. Also, as a listener is getting ready for their wedding, Anthony and Aaron give some marriage/wedding advice.

Of course Anthony complains about the NBA's schedule release pattern Aug 17, 2023

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Anthony is feeling old and cranky about the NBA releasing its schedule seemingly a game at a time. It isn't really helping anyone, he says. Aaron can't believe Anthony is whining about this now. They also start a conversation about James Harden's antics.

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