The Forum - An LA Lakers Podcast

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Requiem for a Kawhi Dream Jul 25, 2019

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Free agency is over. The Lakers' roster is set. Kawhi and Paul George are Clippers. The Forum returns from a brief hiatus after a wild start to July to discuss the madness that occurred, and the guys discuss their favorite moments in free agency, both for the Lakers and beyond.

Lakers' Free Agency Outlook and Draft Review Jun 28, 2019

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The Forum discussed the Lakers surprise participation in the draft and also what the value was extracted from the fourth pick the team originally had. After that, the guys look ahead to June 30th and examine the Lakers' prospects in free agency, discussing the likelihood of a D'Angelo Russell reunion before giving predictions on the landing spots for the rest of the big names in free agency.

Anthony Davis is Finally a Los Angeles Laker Jun 16, 2019

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The trade has been completed. Goodbye to Lonzo, Brandon, and Josh. Hello to Anthony Davis. The Forum reacts to the blockbuster trade that's been four months in the making, and what that means for the Lakers past, present, and future.

Anthony Davis Saga Continues as Lavar Ball Returns Jun 06, 2019

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Anthony Davis trade talks are back on the menu, so the guys re-assess what it would take for the Lakers to snag AD from the Pelicans. The Lakers, however, have their own business to handle, with Jason Kidd being made the highest-paid assistant coach in the league and Lavar Ball returning to Fox Sports 1 since we all missed him so much. Ric, Raj, and Ali discuss those topics, but first talk Finals after last night's triage/Game 3 and also some new food takes.

Baxter Drops a Holmes-Bomb on the Lakers Front Office May 29, 2019

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Another day. Another Lakers hit piece. The Forum records the 1,029th (estimation) emergency podcast of the show's history to discuss Baxter Holmes' Lakers 2.0 article on ESPN, where we learn more about the Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka's tumultuous tenure working in tandem at the helm of the team's front office. From more of Rob's gratuitous storytelling to Magic's impulsive and intimidating management style, the Forum plays fact or fiction of some of the stories in Holmes' piece.

Magic Johnson and Frank Vogel Have Very Different Press Appearances on the Same Day May 22, 2019

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The Forum breaks down all the events of what will now be known as Black Monday in Lakers' circles, as Magic Johnson headed to First Take to warn us all of the betrayal of Pelinka on the same day the team announces Frank Vogel as the next head coach. The guys discuss the media fallout from the two press conferences, but also try to actually talk about basketball (like, on-court basketball), as they parse through some of the nuggets that Coach Vogel dropped regarding his basketball philosophies.

The Basketball Gods Award the Lakers with the 4th Pick in the NBA Draft Lottery May 18, 2019

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Sometimes it's better to be lucky than smart. The Forum reacts to the Lakers jumping up SEVEN spots to the fourth pick in the NBA Draft. Ric, Raj, and Ali discuss the likelihood of an Anthony Davis trade with this new asset, and the odds of the 4th pick ever playing for the Lakers. Along the way, the guys review the options for the other three teams that make up the top four slots in the draft, and also talk about where to get the best cookies, other dessert treats, and the Austin Powers movies. PLEASE NOTE: We had some technical difficulties, so the pod ends slightly abruptly at around the 45 minute mark due to some lost audio.

A Lesson in Humility: Vogel, Kidd, & the Rambii May 12, 2019

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The Forum reacts to Frank Vogel being hired as the head coach for the Los Angeles Lakers, with the polarizing Jason Kidd serving as his number 2 guy. Ric, Raj, and Ali break down what Vogel's hiring says about Jeannie and where the Lakers are positioned for the near future. The guys also discuss what Houston and Boston have to look forward to after their respective playoff eliminations.

The Shadow Owner, Random News, and Slightly Outdated Playoff Thoughts May 02, 2019

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This podcast was recorded approximately a week ago, and somehow, most of the thoughts and perspectives are still completely timely. So enjoy a much delayed episode of The Forum, where the guys discuss Linda Rambis as shadow owner, various reports on the state of the Lakers from Ric Bucher and Dave McMenamin, and more perspective on the Lakers coaching search. And of course, stick around for rants on Twitter etiquette, Dame Lillard's "bad shot" to eliminate the Thunder, and other various thoughts from the playoffs.

No Head Coach, No President of Basketball Operations, But Lots of Ketchup Apr 19, 2019

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Luke Walton is no longer coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. The Forum discusses Luke's departure from the team and his future in Sacramento before they talk about the man who let him go, and Rob Pelinka's growing power in the Lakers' front office. Intermittently, the guys touch on the great debate of ketchup's place in the culinary hierarchy and end on the #ForumWireWatch continuing with a week-long hiatus.

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