The Lakers Exceptionalism Podcast

Latest Episodes:

Wing Logjam? Jul 18, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball dive deeper into the Wing Rotation for 2024... Is there a logjam or should they keep everyone for depth & versatility? We discuss LeBron's minutes load, how Prince can stay on the court with LBJ & AD, if Rui can keep up the 3 AND the D, and whether or not Vanderbilt can improve enough to be better than his role last season.

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MAILBAG Jul 14, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball take questions from the Discord about how Max Christie can realistically contribute next year, what Summer League plays & actions could translate well to the parent team, what to expect from Austin on Team USA, plus early lineup madness and MORE!!!!

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Summer League Roundup Jul 12, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball discuss the first 4 Summer League games, including how Max Christie has developed, is JHS a short-term or long-term piece, does Castleton's success change how the Lakers approach another C, and what to do with Maxwell Lewis.

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FREE AGENCY RECAP Jul 04, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball discuss the recent Free Agent additions, including breaking down how Gabe Vincent, Taurean Prince, Jaxson Hayes, & Cam Reddish fit in. Streamed live on Playback

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Free Agent Preview: Bigs Jun 30, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball discuss the news of Bamba & Beasley's declined contracts, if the team could look to sign them back, and then later discuss 3 options that could fit the backup C position (Plumlee, Saric, Love).

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball launch their SUMMER SERIES of Lakers Coverage, going live at 6:00 PM PST every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday of the offseason. Featuring guests, video, and live whiteboard analysis! NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED

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Free Agent Preview: Wings Jun 28, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball discuss Rui Hachimura's market and how his deal could affect the Lakers flexibility, and discuss a couple other targets at various price points (Watanabe, Bates-Diop, Crowder) and how they could fit in LA's plans if Rui doesn't return.

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball launch their SUMMER SERIES of Lakers Coverage, going live on Playback at 6:00 PM PST every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday of the offseason. Featuring guests, video, and live whiteboard analysis! NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED

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Free Agent Preview: Guards Jun 27, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball discuss potential FA guard paths for LA, including details from Project Ghostbusters on how the market will realistically shake out for D'Angelo Russell, Dennis Schroder, and Austin Reaves. Later, we discuss possible options in FA with our analysis focused on Dennis Smith Jr, Jevon Carter, Josh Okogie, & Seth Curry.

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DRAFT!!! w/ Mike Garcia Jun 24, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball are joined by Mike Garcia (@CanyonDriver) to discuss what the new Lakers draft picks bring to the team. Is JHS ready to be a primary initiator? What does he need to work on to contribute long-term? Is Maxwell Lewis more than a bouncy scorer? Can any of the 2-way guys make an impact on the parent team this season?

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball launch their SUMMER SERIES of Lakers Coverage, going live at 6:00 PM PST on Playback every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday of the offseason. Featuring guests, video, and live whiteboard analysis! NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED

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Analyzing Who LA Is Working Out Jun 21, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball discuss a few more options for the Lakers in the draft, including a breakdown of the types of roles they've been working out, then later, Tim breaks out the spreadsheet while discussing different paths forward (and what the roles they've been scouting could tell us about their plans).

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LAKERS EXCEPTIONALISM SUMMER SERIES of Lakers Coverage, going live at 6:00 PM PST every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday of the offseason. Featuring guests, video, and live whiteboard analysis! NO SUBSCRIPTION REQUIRED

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Draft Chat w/ Zach Milner Jun 20, 2023

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Tom Zayas & Cranjis McBasketball are joined by Tag the Roll's Zach Milner to discuss Jett Howard, Nick Smith Jr, and a handful of 2nd Round options. Streamed live on Playback with film on each player.

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