Lakers Talk with Mike Trudell and Chris McGee

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Destination For LA Sports Hour 2: Andy Kamenetzky Jun 19, 2026

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Anthony Irwin joins to discuss LeBron’s future with the Lakers and what contract fans would accept. Andy breaks down how the Dodgers continue winning despite a growing injury list, while Blake Harris talks Mookie Betts, Nicolas Cage’s appearance at Mookie’s charity event, and whether the injuries will eventually catch up to LA. Plus, Andy tries to figure out the Nick Cage–Mookie connection and why Shohei Ohtani continues to amaze.

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Destination For LA Sports Hour 1: Andy Kamenetzky Jun 19, 2026

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Andy takes over to preview the Mexico vs. Korea showdown and the excitement building around LA. Plus, Mike Garcia breaks down potential Lakers draft picks and offseason targets, Mike Trudell joins to talk World Cup action (and his son's unfortunate injury), and Andy wraps up with what the Dodgers must do to survive their growing injury issues.

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Destination For LA Sports Hour 2: Andy Kamenetzky & Marcas Grant Jun 18, 2026

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8:00

Andy brings up that the public discussion of the Lakers and LeBron leads him to believe that LeBron will be staying. The guys talk about all of the contract possibilities.

8:15

Marcas and Andy continue to discuss LeBron James contract negotiations. They also talk about the future makeup of the team, including Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. They also talk about Walter Kessler's social media post about his future with the Utah Jazz. Marcas feels like this is Kessler covering himself with the fans and Salt Lake City.

8:30

Happy birthday to Barry Manilow. Marcas and Andy discuss the best concerts that they've been too. Andy went to see the Bee Gees in '79. They discuss DeAndre Ayton and if he will opt in or out of his player option. Marcas says he had great points where he showed up but it wasn't as consistent as it should be. That's why he hasn't been able to stick long in one place.

8:45

Today is the anniversary of the OJ Simpson car chase. Andy, Marcas, and Rebecca share where they were when the car chase was happening. They reminisce about the nation's reaction and how beloved OJ was when this came out.

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Destination For LA Sports Hour 1: Andy Kamenetzky & Marcas Grant Jun 18, 2026

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7:00

The guys talk Dodgers and the pressure that Kyle Tucker is feeling and his contract. Will Smith, Mookie Betts, and Kyle Tucker have been in a slump. Marcas says the role players have been the ones keeping the Dodgers where they are.

7:15

Happy birthday to Kendrick Lamar. Laura lists off the many other Gemini's in the hip hop community: Notorious B.I.G., Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, Andre 300, Lauryn Hill, etc. Gemini's are known for their communication and adaptability. Plus talking Otani and his start in today's Dodgers game.

7:30

The guys get back to Otani's last couple of starts and his injuries. It has also taken a while for him to get his bat to where it is now. Marcas is concerned about Dave Roberts and his track record for reporting injuries. What is the hesitation with putting Otani on the injured list?

7:45

The guys discuss Marc Spears comments on LeBron James and Kevin Love on NBA Today. They are wondering who benefits from this information getting out? In case things don't work out between the Lakers and LeBron, Spears's comments about Kevin Love could be trying to accommodate LeBron. The Lakers have to come up with an attractive offer to keep him.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: NBA Teams as World Cup Nations Jun 16, 2026

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Mike Trudell and Geeter discuss potential NBA offseason moves and how teams may adjust to a more mature Victor Wembanyama and could LeBron end up in Golden State. Plus, Pepe Mantilla joins the show for a fun crossover debate, matching every NBA team with its World Cup nation counterpart.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Ranking Championship Teams! Jun 16, 2026

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Mike Trudell and Chris McGee react to the Knicks winning the NBA championship. Trudell and Geeter rank the last eight NBA title teams, and Ben Lyons joins the show to break down what the championship means for New York and the league.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 1: World Cup Opener! Jun 12, 2026

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Congratulations to the Mexico team! Beto starts the show on what it means to represent the Mexico game. He admits how he's not the biggest soccer fan, but the World Cup is different. Khassim is behind the board tonight and Beto wants to know if he has his gear ready. Plus, Young Deondre stops by to discuss game 4 of the NBA Finals. Gustavo Arellano is a columnist for the Los Angeles Times. Gustavo came on and they discussed the Mexico game against South Africa. The guys discussed what it means to cheer for the Mexican team. Beto shares how he's covered many sporting events and shares how much fun reporters have during the World Cup. As a journalist, would you risk your job for taking shots?

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Kobe Like Jun 10, 2026

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Geeter started the second hour comparing one of the young Spurs to a young Kobe. Then, the Athletic's Dan Woike called in to talk NBA Finals and what happens with Austin Reaves in the next few weeks. Plus, talk on TWO very big Laker anniversaries and also, what happens with Giannis.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Running The Point Solo Jun 10, 2026

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Chris McGee goes at it solo, as Mike Trudell is out for his wife's bday and kids' little league game. Trudell did call Geeter to talk NBA Finals and his absence. Plus, is Austin Reaves worth the max? Geeter thinks so if the Lakers want to keep him. Then, 3-Time Champion Danny Green called in to talk NBA Finals with Geeter and his memories of playing on the 2020 Lakers "Bubble Title" team.

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Destination For LA Sports HR 1: NBA Finals Wrap-Up, Angels-Dodgers Game, Lakers Jun 06, 2026

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We start the show after watching the Knicks take Game 2 of the NBA Finals to lead the series vs San Antonio 2-0. Michael Funches joins Andy Kamenetzky to talk about the opportunities the Spurs have been missing in these first 2 games. They discuss Karl-Anthony Townes and Victor Wembanyama. Andy talks about how KAT has been unbelievable this series. The NBA discussion continues with talk about Austin Reaves and the Lakers off-season activity. Real time updates are given for the Angels-Dodgers game being played.

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