Lakers Talk with Mike Trudell and Chris McGee

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Lakers Talk HR 2: To Sign Or Not To Sign Jul 17, 2026

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Hour 2 started off with Trudell's thoughts on Austin Reaves and if he could be on this team next season. ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in to talk about what he heard about LeBron's huge decision this offseason and what free agents the Lakers plan to reach out to. Plus, should the Lakers resign Rui Hachimura? Trudell answered the question.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: A New Beginning Jul 17, 2026

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Mike Trudell takes over as host of Lakers Talk, as he opens up talking about the reaction of the locker room after the Lakers got swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Also, our own Mychal Thompson called in to talk about his offseason plans and what the Lakers need to do to get back in the upper echelon of the NBA. Plus, calls on the season that was and what to expect in the offseason.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Lakers Summer League Jul 16, 2026

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The Lakers summer league squad is undefeated so far in the Vegas tournament. Cameron Carr has been on a tear, Adou Theiro has shown some signs of growth, and their is a surprise with wing Arthur Kaluma. The Lakers signed wing Ziare Williams last week and Trudell and Geeter discuss what would his role potentially be. GUEST NBA senior Writer Ben Golliver joins the show!

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Contract Negotiations Jul 16, 2026

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Before we get into the nitty gritty of Lakers Talk Trudell has a bone to pick with the England Manager Thomas Toucal after they blew a 1-0 lead against Argentina in the semifinal today. San Antonio Spurs Center Victor Wembanyama agreed to a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension. GUEST Dan Woike Senior Writer for the Athletic joins the show!

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Destination For LA Sports HR 2: Summer League Drama Jul 11, 2026

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Andy and Marcas take a dive into the Tyler Herro-Bam Adebayo Summer League drama. Aaron Donald was reportedly spotted at the Rams practice facility. What are the chances that Donald makes a comeback for the 2026 NFL season? Marcas answers the question ... if the Dodgers keep playing at a lackluster level, will it come back to haunt them when teams get hot? Marcas has an unpopular Toy Story opinion ... and Producer Laura is not having it.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 1: Andy and Marcas! Jul 11, 2026

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It's Andy Kamenetzky and Marcas Grant for Friday's edition of Destination For LA Sports. We start the show discussing Shohei Ohtani's recent injury and decision to sit out the MLB All-Star game. Marcas breaks down what this means for the Dodgers. NBA Summer League is officially underway -- Andy is impressed with Cameron Carr's play with the Lakers. Jonathan Kuminga's is a name that has been circulating with the L.A., does it make sense for the Lakers to acquire him? There are players fighting at Summer League? Andy and Marcas dive into it.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 1: A Trip Down Memory Lane Jul 10, 2026

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It's Beto Duran and Marcas Grant for Thursday's edition of Destination For LA Sports. The guys react to France's World Cup quarterfinal win over Morocco. Marcas gives Producer Khassim a history lesson on MLB legend Ricky Henderson. Beto asks why we don't see players like Henderson in the baseball today. We take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of Beto and Marcas' favorite baseball personalities.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 2: Cameron Carr, the steal of the draft! Jul 10, 2026

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We start the hour with basketball content creator Jake Blazona, joining the show. He breaks down how he helps hoopers grow at the game of basketball. Jake says the Lakers' 2026 first round draft pick, Cameron Carr, is the steal of the draft. He also takes a deep dive at his game and how he can fit in with the Purple and Gold. Jake believes Walker Kessler is a great pickup for the Lakers, he explains why. Beto has to make a tough World Cup decision ... and Marcas tells him what he should really do.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 2: Beto Duran & Marcas Grant Jul 09, 2026

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Beto and Marcus continue breaking down the Dodgers-Rockies series, swap stories about no-hitters, spotlight athletes from Alaska, revisit the early days of fantasy sports, discuss why superstar talent doesn't always lead to success, and share the must-visit stadiums every sports fan should experience.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 1: Beto Duran & Marcas Grant Jul 09, 2026

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Beto and Marcus recap Beto's first-ever baseball broadcast, his experience at broadcasting camp, and the latest on the FIFA World Cup. They also break down what's gone wrong with the Angels, provide updates on the Dodgers-Rockies game, and Beto shares his experience competing in a 40-and-over basketball league.

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