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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:

I Love Basketball: Did we learn anything from the Lakers' drubbing of the Warriors? Feb 28, 2020

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Can U Dig It?: Are the Lakers done in the buyout market? Feb 27, 2020

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The Lakers strengthened their depth earlier this week by picking up Markieff Morris, and it doesn't sound like they're done looking for ways to improve their roster. On Today's episode Jacob and Christian discuss who they've been linked to, including free agent guard Dion Waiters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talk-O Tuesday: LeBron James sends message to Zion Williamson, Pelicans Feb 26, 2020

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On our latest episode, hosts Anthony Irwin and Alex Regla give their instant reactions to the Lakers’ big win over the Pelicans, highlighting LeBron James and Zion Willamson’s impressive performances. They also discussed Caruso’s role in the victory, and what an interesting recent trend in his minutes could mean the rest of the year and into the playoffs. Anthony and Alex also broke down what a potential postseason matchup between the two teams could look like, potential issues and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remembering Kobe and Gianna Bryant (with special guest Mirin Fader of Bleacher Report) Feb 25, 2020

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In today’s show, Harrison and Christian recap the celebration of life for Kobe and Gianna Bryant, which featured speeches from Michael Jordan, Shaquille O’Neal, Diana Taurasi and, remarkably, Bryant’s widow Vanessa. Then, Harrison and Christian had the pleasure of talking to Mirin Fader of Bleacher Report, who reported and compiled a wonderful story with tons of anecdotes about Gianna, from the time she was two years old to her final days as a 13-year-old. It's a story that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. Lastly, the guys preview the Lakers’ matchup with Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart, Brandon Ingram and the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday. Not only will it be their first time seeing the Pelicans with Zion Williamson, but it could be Markieff Morris’ first game in a Lakers uniform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 30: The Lakers beat the Celtics, Markieff Morris signs and memories of Kobe Bryant with former Laker Kareem Rush Feb 24, 2020

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In this episode, Jas is joined by former Laker Kareem Rush. To kick things off, they breakdown the Lakers thrilling win over the Celtics and how LeBron and AD dominated the game. They follow up that up by discussing the Lakers signing Markieff Morris and what he can bring to the team. Kareem shares his thoughts on what the Lakers need going down to the stretch run and into the playoffs. Then, Kareem and Jas get into the need for a third scorer to step up in the playoffs and how the Lakers match up with the Clippers. Following that, Kareem looks back on his time as a Laker and the three seasons he spent playing alongside a young Kobe Bryant. Jas also asks Kareem to share his memories of playing on the loaded 2003-04 squad that lost to the Pistons. To wrap things up, Kareem looks back on his career and gives his predictions on which will team will win the NBA Championship this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I Love Basketball: The Best Lakers Pop Culture Moments Feb 21, 2020

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Sabreena is joined by Harrison to discuss the biggest news of the week: a potential DeMarcus Cousins return and JaVale McGee writing and producing a track on Justin Bieber's latest album. They begin with the latest comments surrounding Cousins to outline why they think he is unlikely to play for the Lakers this year, why it doesn’t make much sense for anyone for him to suit up in the postseason and why the team is keeping him around anyway. After that, they use the McGee news to shift to a a lighter topic: The best Lakers pop culture moments. Sabreena and Harrison listed off their five favorite times that the Lakers intersected in pop culture, be it through movies, television, music or something else. You'll be surprised by where this one goes. You can check out a full round-up with links to Sabreena and Harrison's moments here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can U Dig It?: What if the NBA playoffs started today? Feb 20, 2020

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In this week's episode of "Can You Dig It?" Jacob and Christian go through potential playoff matchups for the Lakers, including the Memphis Grizzlies, Houston Rockets and, of course, the LA Clippers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Talk-O Tuesday: What is a successful season for the Lakers this year? Feb 19, 2020

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Alex Padilla and Alex Regla are back for this week's Talk-O Tuesday. They talk about the Lakers staying pat so far with their roster construciton and what would constitute a success for them this season. Plus they talk about LeBron's take on the MLB cheating scandal and why Giannis is a lock to sign with them in 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

I Love Basketball: What to watch for during All-Star Weekend Feb 14, 2020

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The Lakers are headed into the All-Star break for some deserved rest after a rough couple of weeks, both on and off the court. Before the break starts, however, a few players and coaches will get to put on a show in Chicago. Sabreena and Christian walk through what to look forward to from the Lakers at this year's All-Star Weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can U Dig It: Lakers head into All-Star break with massive road win Feb 13, 2020

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In closing out an exciting and exhausting first half of the season, the Lakers traveled to Denver on Wednesday and came away with a memorable 120-116 win on the backs of a LeBron James triple-double and Anthony Davis clutch three-pointers late. Jacob is joined by guest Honi Ahmadian of Lakers Outsiders to discuss the win,. The pair talk about how the Lakers were able to limit Nikola Jokic, one of the league's best players in clutch situations, during the fourth quarter and overtime while singing the praises of Alex Caruso and Dwight Howard. In the second half of the show, the two look back on the first half of the season and hand out awards. After discussing the MVP-caliber seasons of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, they talk about some of the biggest surprises, the best games - including Wednesday's win - and the most memorable moments so far in the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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