Lakers Talk with Mike Trudell and Chris McGee

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Ducking Or Hurt? Feb 12, 2026

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Was DeAndre Ayton really hurt enough not to play? Andy and Producer DeAndre talk about it. Plus, reaction to the Lakers trading for Luke Kennard right before the end of the NBA trade deadline. Then, is the Kobe Bufkin signing something that satisfies Laker fans? Andy tries to answer the question. Also, reaction to the biggest deals of the NBA Trade Deadline.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: One Year Anniversary Feb 03, 2026

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Where were you 366 days ago when one of the biggest trades in NBA History happened, Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis/Max Christie? Andy relieved the day. And, there are many names swirling around the Lakers with the trade deadline coming up, but A-Kam had a couple names that stood out in rumors. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the "Journeyman Game!"

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Lakers Talk HR 1: City Blues Feb 03, 2026

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Andy reacted to the loss at Madison Square Garden to the New York Knicks, as he thinks it just shows what we "already know about this team." Then, why do the Lakers "tease" us with the return of Austin Reaves? Plus, Jovan Buha of the "Buha Block" Podcast called in to talk about what realistic chance do the Lakers have at making a trade before this Thursday's Trade Deadline. And, LeBron is going back to the All Star Game!

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Lakers Talk HR 2: A Move In The Starting Lineup? Jan 28, 2026

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Do the Lakers need to another move or two rotation? Andy thinks DeAndre Ayton needs to "play better" or he could be benched or traded after just a half season with the team. Plus, Andy "takes a victory lap" with the fact that the Lakers have been playing Rui Hachimura off the bench. And "Crunch Time" with talk on the Rookie/Sophmore challenge

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Lakers Talk HR 1: A Masterpiece Jan 28, 2026

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Andy started the show reacting to Luka Doncic dropping 46 pts(on really good shooting) on the Chicago Bulls. Then, Jacob Emrani called in to give his thoughts on the Lakers' past couple weeks. Also, Danny Cunningham of "Locked On Cavs" called in to help Andy preview the Lakers/Cavs and an update on the status of Evan Mobley.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: A New Beginning Jan 26, 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. Then, everyone's favorite "Dad" Mychal Thompson comes on to talk about his impressions about Lakers getting swept by OKC and what they need to do to get to OKC/San Antonio's level. Also, calls on what the Lakers should do in the offseason.

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Halfway Mark Jan 19, 2026

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Andy doesn't think the Lakers have to "go all in" now with Luka here and they could be at a dilemma with the "LeBron timeline." Also, should Rui Hachimura start? Andy thinks the team should keep him on the bench for scoring. Plus, Andy really wants it to be "Timme time." And, "Crunch Time" with talk on NBA All Star starters and LeBron not being named a starter for the first time in 21 seasons.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: A Roller Coaster Jan 19, 2026

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Over the weekend, the Lakers played really bad against the Portland Trail Blazers and then, really good against the Toronto Raptors, Andy Kamenetzky looked closely at both games with takeaways. Plus, Andy thinks as "DeAndre Ayton goes, so does the team" after watching his performance vs the Raptors, in which he didn't miss a shot. Also, SI's Ryan Ward called in to talk about what he expects the Lakers to do around the trade deadline and if they will really "go all in."

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Lakers Talk HR 2: Trading Austin? Jan 15, 2026

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Would the Lakers entertain an Austin Reaves for Jaren Jackson Jr trade? LeBron's agent Rich Paul put this out there, so Andy broke it down on what it would mean for both the Lakers and the Memphis Grizzles. Then, Andy wondered how long Klutch's time in the NBA will be with Paul's podcast and LeBron's lingering retirement. Plus, "Crunch Time" with talk on Anthony Davis and Ja Morant.

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Two Different Teams Jan 15, 2026

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The Lakers looked like "two different teams" vs the Sacramento Kings and then vs the Atlanta Hawks on a back-to-back. Andy marveled on how the offense looked completely different from one day to another. Plus, Digginbasketball's Iztok Franko called in from his native country Slovenia to talk about the pride and joy of Slovenia, Luka Doncic.

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