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**Lakers Lounge**

Anthony Irwin takes a daily look at the Los Angeles Lakers in his own unique way, with the help of any number of guests from throughout NBA coverage, and beyond.

Latest Episodes:

PART 2: There is no "houses that aren't for sale" this summer Jun 23, 2026

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Rob has made every excuse in the book to this point. That won't fly this summer if it isn't an outright success.

PART 3: Could Luka actually leave? Jun 23, 2026

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The Lakers promised Luka Doncic a lot this summer. His opt-out opportunity is sooner than you think. So... is his eventual departure something the Lakers have to actually be concerned about? Anthony and Harrison both think so, if this summer doesn't go exceedingly well.

PART 4: Anthony details his blood feud with Marc Stein (it's not a blood feud) Jun 23, 2026

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Over the weekend, Anthony reported the Lakers had spoken to the Pistons about Isaiah Stewart and Bucks about Kel'el Ware to check on their prices in the event Giannis went to Miami. Marc Stein reported he hadn't heard that and the internet ran with that to conclude Anthony didn't know anything. So, Harrison and Anthony discuss the situation, how reporting works and the media literacy needed to navigate this rumor world.

FULL: Giannis still hasn't been traded; Lakers check in on Stewart, Ware; Doncic keeps pressure on; Q&A Jun 22, 2026

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Anthony gives a behind-the-scenes look at how information spread about Giannis maybe getting traded, then definitely not getting traded and where everyone goes from here. The Lakers checked in on Isaiah Stewart and Kel'el Ware, so Anthony details that info and the more important thing to take from that situation. Another beat reporter wrote about the pressure the Lakers are feeling from Luka Doncic and his camp, so Anthony discusses why this news cycle is a good thing. He wraps with a nice, lengthy Q&A with the live audience and Twitter commenters.

PART 1: What a weird weekend Jun 22, 2026

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For a good little minute Saturday, word in league circles was that a Giannis trade was imminent. Anthony explains what he thinks was going on there, then dives into his reporting on Isaiah Stewart and Kel'el Ware as potential targets.

PART 2: Luka Doncic's demands are the theme of this summer Jun 22, 2026

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Rob Pelinka's job might be riding on his ability to add the caliber and type of center Luka Doncic is asking for. Anthony explains that situation and why we stand to benefit from it.

PART 3: Luka applying pressure is GOOD Jun 22, 2026

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Lakers fans should root on Luka Doncic and his camp as they apply pressure to Rob Pelinka and his front office to build the roster he said he would this summer.

THE HOOK: Big weekend ahead; Luka applies good pressure; Beef Stewart report; Confidence check-in Jun 19, 2026

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Absolutely packed episode to send us into a critical Father's Day weekend. The guys discuss how they feel about recent reporting around Luka Doncic's demands, Isaiah Stewart being made available, which A-list centers fit Luka's standard and their confidence Rob Pelinka can pull off everything he needs to this summer.

HOOK PART 1: Isaiah Stewart, anyone? Jun 19, 2026

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Anthony and Pete set the table for a critical weekend likely filled with all kinds of action, reports and speculation by talking about their love of Beef Stew.

HOOK PART 2: One this has become clear: No more kicking the can Jun 19, 2026

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Anthony and Pete react to word coming out of Luka's camp that he's done waiting. They're happy to see this pressure.