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Ep. 685: Predicting LAL's Summer 2027 Plans. (The Best NTMLE Trade Candidates to Monitor + Jaden Hardy Player Profile)

Lakers Legacy — Sat, 01 Aug 2026 21:43:37 GMT

We're still winding down the clock on the 2026 Offseason.

But...it's never too early to start talking about Summer 2027!

Today - let's talk about what the Lakers plan to do with the NTMLE...from a TPE perspective. And which TRADE Candidates would fit into that slot.

+ a Jaden Hardy Scouting Report.

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NBA Observations With John Costa!

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 03:40:51 GMT

76ers Deep Dive w/ Spike Eskin: LeBron James's fit, how Maxey & Jaylen fit, keep or trade Embiid?

iHeartPodcasts and The Volume — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Jason is joined by Spike Eskin of the Rights to Ricky Sanchez podcast to do a deep dive on the Philadelphia 76ers, reacting to LeBron James signing with the team after leaving the Los Angeles Lakers, exploring the fit with Joel Embiid and possible trade options, how Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey, and VJ Edgecombe will play together, how good this team is relative to the rest of the NBA, and more.

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Lakers Intel On Roster Moves, Play Style Plus Mailbag

Medium Large LLC — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:04:57 GMT

How Do the New Look Lakers Stack Up in a New Look Western Conference?

Locked On Podcast Network — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The Lakers are a radically different team this year than last. Better? Worse? About the same?

You could make an argument for all three. But at the least, it's easy to say that the team's floor could be a little higher, assuming good health. And any drop off really depends a lot on your thoughts about losing LeBron. What does it mean that he's no longer on the roster, even as the Lakers arguably improved in a lot of other places?

There's definitely a blueprint in place, even if the construction isn't complete at this point.

At the same time, the Western Conference itself has been pretty radically reshaped. While the teams at the top are still quite elite (San Antonio had a very low stress offseason, and the Thunder have so much depth they can handle a little bit of roster attrition), there are big question marks in Denver and Minnesota, at the least. Meanwhile, teams like Portland (post Ja Morant trade), Dallas (trying to win now, plus Kyrie is back) and Utah (trying to win now, have a solid roster) could/should win more (or even a lot more) games than last year.

So where do the Lakers fit in?

We discuss.

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: The Lakers are much different. Are they better? Worse? About the same?
SEGMENT 2: What might make you more comfortable about their chances?
SEGMENT 3: What about the rest of the West?

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FULL: Lakers Player Previews - Luka Doncic carries incredible expectations he absolutely can meet

Anthony Irwin — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:22:17 GMT

PART 1: Luka Doncic needs be a legit MVP candidate for any of this to work

Anthony Irwin — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:18:19 GMT

PART 2: How much Luka Ball should the Lakers play?

Anthony Irwin — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:13:47 GMT

Luka Dončić to Host Mini-Camp for Lakers in Slovenia in August

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

The Lakers became Luka Donćić's team the moment he was traded to the Lakers, but from a leadership perspective he didn't have to fully take on every part of the job, because the team still had LeBron James, and LeBron James is always going to have a significant role in leadership.

Now LeBron is gone, and there's a big space that needs filling.

Luka looks ready to increase his activity. Reports, including from The Athletic's Dan Woike and ESPN's Dave McMenamin on Wednesday said that Doncic is footing the bill to bring the entire squad over to Slovenia for four days of mini-camp and bonding. It's an interesting way to bring the group together, and certainly will help his teammates understand Luka in ways going beyond a typical mini-camp you might see in somewhere like Vegas or San Diego, which guys like LeBron have organized in the past.

It's also a longer commute, so the logistics are kind of fascinating, too.

But it does put into perspective the question of Luka's leadership, and how he's likely going to need to expand his voice in ways that may not always have been his natural inclination, now that LeBron (and well-respected members of the supporting cast like Marcus Smart) is gone. Austin Reaves will have a role to play here, too, stepping up from the NBA's biggest bargain contract to one where the expectations are heavy.

Meanwhile, the NBA has a PR problem on its hands, because they can't seem to get anywhere near the end of the Kawhi Leonard/Clippers/Aspiration investigation, which now looks like it could extend into the next calendar year.

Ooof.

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: The Lakers are heading to Slovenia!

SEGMENT 2: Luka and leadership.

SEGMENT 3: The NBA and the Clippers investigation.

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Luka's Lakers

Pete Zayas — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:22:18 GMT

FULL: Luka hosts minicamp; Anthony's approach to hosting; LeBron/Steph similarities; Q&A

Anthony Irwin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:13:27 GMT

PART 1: Luka leadership!

Anthony Irwin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:07:53 GMT

PART 2: Similarities between AD/LeBron and Steph with Lakers and Warriors stagnation

Anthony Irwin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:02:49 GMT

Ranking All 30 NBA Teams: Spurs, Thunder, Knicks, 76ers TOP CONTENDERS + who else has a title shot

iHeartPodcasts and The Volume — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 14:00:00 GMT

Jason does his first NBA contender rankings of this season after the big free agency and trade moves have finally happened thanks to LeBron James making his decision. He breaks down why the San Antonio Spurs, OKC Thunder, New York Knicks, and Philadelphia 76ers are the best four teams, plus where Giannis Antetoknoumpo and the Miami Heat, Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers all fit into the equation, along with all 30 NBA teams.

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While the Lakers Hunt for Talent, Mark Walter's Business Is Under Federal Investigation

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Tuesday began with more news about the federal investigation into the vast business empire of Dodgers owner Mark Walter and the Guggenheim Group. It's complicated, for sure (more complicated than a couple of hoops podcasters are going to try to explain) but doesn't seem trivial, to say the least. And while it doesn't look now like the investigation will have any immediate impact on operations for the Lakers (or the Dodgers for that matter) it's obviously something that over time will be a story to watch.

Meanwhile, the Lakers are reportedly interested in adding more center depth. Now, they used to have a backup center in Deandre Ayton that was quite a luxury in that spot, given his resume. It's worth asking whether Ayton would happily (or happily enough) fill the role the Lakers would need him to play with Walker Kessler on board, but fair to say when the Lakers sent him to Washington, the common perception was that another move would be coming behind it.

That hasn't happened.

So what do the Lakers do from here? Are the street free agents (i.e. Nick Richards, Drew Eubanks, etc.) much of an improvement over Kevon Looney as a backup C? How would the Lakers open up a spot for one of them? What about a trade for someone like Jericho Sims? Is Daniel Gafford, were he made available, worth what would likely be a higher cost, given that he and Kessler almost certainly couldn't play together?

It's a spot that could be resolved, too, by improving at power forward, which could push Sandro Mamukelashvili into a high-minute backup role at both PF and C.

There's still time to iron stuff out, and a lot will depend on the resolution of the Peyton Watson situation in Denver. But it's something the Lakers are certainly watching closely.

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: The Feds are poking around Mark Walter's businesses.

SEGMENT 2: What do the Lakers do at backup C?

SEGMENT 3: The Mamu question!

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Lakers Pursuing Wing & Center Options

Medium Large LLC — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 05:38:08 GMT

FULL: Lakers looking for centers; Mailbag continuation

Anthony Irwin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:26:07 GMT

PART 1: If the Lakers are looking for more centers, then why trade away Ayton?

Anthony Irwin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:19:40 GMT

PART 2: Adou Thiero - Jarred Vanderbilt comparison; Are the Lakers a playoff contender?

Anthony Irwin — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 03:17:18 GMT

LeBron's New Chapter! What's Next for Bronny & Allie Clifton's Big Weekend

Spectrum News — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The King is taking his talents to the City of Brotherly Love! Allie Clifton, Chris McGee, & Mike Bresnahan discuss LeBron James' move from LA to Philadelphia. Does this make the 76ers the title favorites? What does it mean for his son Bronny? And, after her 3-point shooting performance at WNBA All-Star Weekend, will Allie be following LeBron to Philly? Catch all the Lakers action on Spectrum SportsNet+ with the NBA app when you add Spectrum Internet and at least one Mobile line. Plus, get a free Xumo Stream Box for 6 months! This offer is a slam dunk (total value of $199.99). Learn more: spectrum.com/getlakers

Would Cam Johnson Make More Sense for the Lakers Than Jonathan Kuminga?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 07:00:00 GMT

As the Lakers (or at least Lakers fans) endure the Jonathan Kuminga Waiting Game -- and along those lines, Jake Fisher reports Monday evening that the Lakers are still interested, but are very much trying to dictate the terms, financially -- many folks are searching around for potential better offers.

Denver, meanwhile, is in a real pickle when it comes to their negotiations with restricted free agent Peyton Watson following the diabolical offer sheet OKC's Sam Presti threw at Spencer Jones, and needs to offload salary if they want to keep him. One name on that list could be forward Cam Johnson, a three-point specialist who has at least the reputation of playing good defense, even if it's not quite as well-deserved now as it once was. (And this is when he's on the court, which the oft-injured player struggles to do consistently.)

Still, while Johnson would not be the long term answer (likely) for the Lakers at power forward, if they could acquire him for the right price, would he make more sense than a higher upside, potential long term piece like Kuminga?

Meanwhile, what's the deal with Matisse Thybulle? The Lakers made the signing official, but how much is he going to be able to play, given his health questions over the last couple of seasons? And what about Thybulle's offense? Can he provide enough shooting to give the team high quality minutes?

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: Thybulle signs. What does he bring?
SEGMENT 2: Can he shoot well enough for a significant role?
SEGMENT 3: What about Cam Johnson?

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Lakers Talk HR 2: The Real Story

ESPN Los Angeles — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 03:06:00 GMT

ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in to talk about why LeBron really signed with the 76ers and his thoughts on what the Lakers have been doing the past couple weeks. Also, do you want Jonathan Kuminga on this Lakers team? Trudell and Geeter had their opinions. Plus, Producer Funch presents the "Cameo Game!"

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Lakers Talk HR 1: Going to Philly

ESPN Los Angeles — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 02:13:00 GMT

Finally, finally LeBron made a decision and picked a new team: the Philadephia 76ers. Plus, Trudell and Geeter react to the ESPN NBA Offseason Power Rankings. The Ringer's Kevin O'Connor called in to talk about his thoughts on LeBron going to Philly and of the Lakers' moves in the offseason. Plus, thoughts on what kind of impact 1st Round Pick Cam Carr can make.

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FULL: Moar Kuminga talk; Cam Johnson rumors; Q&A

Anthony Irwin — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:57:21 GMT

PART 1: Kuminga watch day 2349082745984275

Anthony Irwin — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:43:28 GMT