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FULL: Once again, LeBron-Lakers conversation misses the point Mar 10, 2026

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Anthony and Raj heard all the noise over the last 24 hours about the Lakers potentially not needing LeBron James and they just don't get it. They discuss Anthony's solution, why the Lakers can't afford to just cast off one of their top-three players, stan culture and more.

PART 1: Why LeBron pacing himself doesn't help the Lakers Mar 10, 2026

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For basically two straight decades, LeBron could pace himself and still be/fit better than any teammate who'd play instead. That isn't necessarily the case any longer.

PART 2: Would lowering LeBron's minutes actually do anything? Mar 10, 2026

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Anthony thinks LeBron should play a fewer minutes so that he can play harder while he's out there. Raj explains why he doesn't think it'd make a difference. What do you think?

PART 3: People are far too definitive about the Lakers compared to other teams Mar 10, 2026

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Anthony isn't exactly Mr. Positive all the time but he isn't often pretty surprised by the way the Lakers are talked about compared to their competition, both nationally and within their own fan base.

FULL: Win of the year Mar 09, 2026

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The Lakers finally passed on of their tests. It happened. We all got to watch it. Also, they did so without LeBron James. So what do we make of that? Anthony breaks it down, his favorite performances from the game and the lessons the Lakers need to learn so they can add LeBron to this identity rather than take a step back whenever he returns.

PART 1: Lakers FINALLY pass a test (with flying colors) Mar 09, 2026

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The Lakers competed against the Nuggets, which was a step in the right direction. They followed that up by beating the crap out of the Knicks, which sure felt great.

PART 2: No, the Lakers aren't better without LeBron, BUT... Mar 09, 2026

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Anthony pushes back on the take he knows is coming, that somehow a basketball team could possibly be worse off by having LeBron James available. That said, the Lakers might need less of LeBron to get more from him.

HOOK: Centers vs. Wings; LeBron, Austin's roles in the offense; Ref conduct; Q&A Mar 06, 2026

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Anthony and Pete discuss this offseason and what the Lakers' main focus should be. Anthony says centers. Pete says wings. The guys debate and land somewhere in the middle. Anthony has noticed a shift in the offensive usage, where LeBron is more involved than he thought. He asks Pete about this, and whether he thinks that's a good idea. They discuss the Lakers' incessant whining to referees and wrap with a Q&A.

PART 1: Should the Lakers prioritize centers or wings this summer? Mar 06, 2026

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Anthony is of the mindset that the Lakers need to upgrade their center spot in a big way this summer. He explains why and how he'd go about doing that. Pete gives his take on whether centers or wings should be the Lakers' focus. They arrive at the a conclusion somewhere in the middle. #Optionality

PART 2: How does Austin Reaves' slotting in the offense impact the Lakers' offseason? Mar 06, 2026

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The Lakers have a huge offseason ahead of them and it's almost certainly going to feature Austin Reaves heavily. But, depending on where he'll fit in the offense, the Lakers will have to adjust their needs. So, the guys discuss Austin compared to other second options around the league. They wrap with a Q&A with the audience.

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