Lakers Talk with Mike Trudell and Chris McGee

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Lakers Talk HR 2: In Sync Jan 08, 2026

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Hour 2 started off with a discussion on LeBron/Luka's "Synergy," as the last week or so, they looked better playing together on the floor. Then, Producer DeAndre joined Andy and Producer Funch to talk about the huge Trae Young to Washington deal. Plus, the trio got in to how this could affect the NBA trade market, especially with Giannis Antetokounmpo's quote on if he wanted to be traded. Also, "Crunch Time" with talk on the toughest player in the NBA.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Putting Up A Fight Jan 08, 2026

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Even though the Lakers were very, very short handed against the San Antonio Spurs, Andy Kamenetzky thinks that the team played well enough to "build" around the loss. Andy was really excited to see some sort of progress from every player that played against the Spurs, especially defensively. Then, Camille Davis from "Locked On Bucks" called in to help Andy preview Bucks/Lakers. Plus, an update on Rui Hachimura's status.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: New Years Resolution Dec 31, 2025

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Hour 2 had Andy giving the Lakers roster some New Year's resolutions that include Luka Doncic (hopefully) taking fewer 3 pointers and LeBron James finding the "Fountain Of Youth." Plus, could LeBron miss his record 22nd straight All-Star game? A-Kam said it's a real possibility with the 1st round of fan voting for the 2026 All Star Game. Then, "Crunch Time" with how the Denver Nuggets will do missing their franchise player, Nikola Jokic, for a month at least.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Seeking An Identity Dec 31, 2025

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After the 128-106 blowout loss to the Detroit Pistons, Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick thinks the team is "still seeking an identity," to which Andy Kamenetzky agreed. Andy also thinks the lineups go from "one extreme to another" as far as offense and defense. Then, Joe Mullinax from "Locked On Grizzlies" called in to help Andy preview the Grizzlies/Lakers, who play twice this weekend at Crypto.com Arena And, a quick injury update on Austin Reaves.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Lots Of Changes Dec 25, 2025

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Hour 2 had Andy reacting to all the different starting lineups, which is currently at 17 through 28 games. What roster changes could come in the next couple months? Andy speculates. Also, is Austin Reaves an All-Star? Andy thinks so. And, "Crunch Time" with a comparison to Philip Rivers NFL comeback.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Walking Back Dec 25, 2025

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Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the "walking" that the Lakers did in Phoenix in a blowout loss. Can the Lakers turn around the defense? JJ thinks so, Andy isn't so sure with the personel on roster. To preview the huge Christmas day game with the Lakers/Rockets and talk other Western Conference news was Jackson Gatlin. Could Luka play on Christmas? Andy and Producer Funch hope so.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Needing To Play Dec 17, 2025

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Hour 2 had Andy reacting to the Lakers' decision to send Dalton Knecht down to the G-League to the South Bay Lakers. Who would you want to trade for since trading season is "officially open?" A-Kam and the crew talked about it. Plus, our new partner Jacob Emrani called in to talk about the new partnership with the show and his thoughts on the Lakers. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on Luka's Christmas presents to the team and staff.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: A Drunk Game Dec 17, 2025

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Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the crazy Lakers win over the Phoenix Suns, that saw LeBron go to the free throw line 4 times with the game on the line. And, Andy wants to "gloat" about the Lakers inserting Jared Vanderbilt in the rotation. To talk more about the Phoenix win, Jared Vanderbilt and what to expect from the team with Austin Reaves out was Khobi Price from the So Cal News Group.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Qualified Robin? Dec 12, 2025

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Could Austin Reaves the "Robin" to Luka's "Batman?" Andy and crew wondered. Plus, Producer D thinks that Jared Vanderbilt is "unplayable" on this Lakers' team as currently constructed. Then, Andy reacted to the Rich Paul/Max Kellerman podcast where Rich said the Lakers "aren't contenders." And, "Crunch Time" with talk on Kobe's record breaking card.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Defensive Issues Dec 12, 2025

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Andy Kamenetzky started the show with thoughts on the Lakers blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Then, what's really wrong with the defense? Andy tried to figure it out. Also, The Athletic's Dan Woike called in to talk about the Lakers defensive woes and what he foresees for the immediate future, roster wise. And, Andy is worried a little about Marcus Smart's minutes.

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