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Episodes
Building Out Depth
19 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After focusing on the Lakers trying to get the best top-end talent in free agency, Pete and Darius pivot to discuss how the Lakers can build out the d...
Summer of ’26
18 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete & Darius discuss the team’s most important offseason in years, amidst reports that they’ve been targeting this summer as their chance to ...
Freak On A Leash
17 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After additional reporting on the ongoing contract discussions between Walker Kessler and the Jazz, Pete and Darius continue their discussion on the L...
Could the Lakers Get Walker Kessler?
16 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With reports that Walker Kessler is frustrated with how his contract negotiations have been playing out with the Jazz, Pete and Darius discuss the pos...
Knicks Win 2026 NBA Championship
15 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The New York Knicks are the 2026 NBA champions! Pete and Darius reflect on how they did it, their path to building out this roster and the takeaways f...
Will Brooklyn Offer Austin the Max?
12 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With reports that the Brooklyn Nets are gearing up to offer Austin Reaves a 4-year max contract this offseason, Pete and Darius discuss Reaves’ pend...
Miracle Comeback Puts Knicks on Verge of NBA Title
11 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Behind the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, the Knicks stole Game 4 from the Spurs to take a 3-1 lead in their race to the championship. Pete ...
Lakers Search For a Shooting Star
10 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if the Lakers targeted an elite shooter to slot next to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves? What would that roster build look like? Would they have ...
Spurs Take Must-Win Game 3
09 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Spurs struck back to make it a series, winning Game 3 of the Finals in New York. Pete and Darius discuss the details of the game and what stood ou...
Will Austin & Rui Be Back?
08 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius continue their examination of the Lakers offseason priorities by discussing Austin Reaves’ and Rui Hachimura’s pending free agenci...
Lakers 2026 Draft Preview: Second Round Sleepers
05 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Garcia joins Pete for part two of their draft preview, focusing on potential hidden gems in the second round..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.o...
Lakers 2026 Draft Preview: Options at #25
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Mike Garcia joins Pete to discuss the 2026 NBA Draft, with a focus on the Lakers 25th pick..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store...
Lakers Look to Turn Optionality Into Opportunity
03 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius discuss the how the Lakers offseason of optionality can allow them to pounce on opportunities to greatly improve as they arise, but al...
Wemby, Spurs Knock Out OKC
01 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Spurs are going to NBA Finals after knocking out the Thunder in Game 7 on the road. Pete and Darius discuss the game and then dive into what comes...
Spurs Force Game 7
29 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys discuss the Spurs/OKC series, draft lottery reform, and its impact around the league and on the Lakers..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.off...
Lakers Make Layoffs
28 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers made a round of layoffs on Wednesday in their Business Operations. The guys discuss these cuts, the broader reorganization the franchise is...
What Do the Lakers Need at the Center Position?
27 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius discuss the Lakers needs at the Center position heading into the offseason. Are there targets in free agency they like? What about on ...
Red Hot Knicks Punch Ticket to NBA Finals
26 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Knicks swept the Cavs and punched their ticket to the NBA Finals, where they will await the winner of the Thunder/Spurs series. Pete and Darius di...
LeBron Reveals Decision Timeline
22 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius discuss LeBron’s comments on the timeline for when he will decide on his playing future and whether it could be on a team besides th...
25-26 Year in Review: JJ Redick
21 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius start their year in review series by looking at JJ Redick’s 2nd season as Lakers head coach, where they thought he excelled, where h...
Knicks Comeback, Kidd Fired, Where Do Wolves Go From Here?
20 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius go around the NBA to discuss the Knicks’ incredible comeback to force overtime and win Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals again...
Wemby Dominates in Game 1 Classic
19 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the heels of an instant classic Game 1 of the conference finals between the Thunder and the Spurs, Pete and Darius discuss how San Antonio was able...
Will LeBron Be Back?
18 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The biggest question of the Lakers offseason relates to LeBron James’ future, whether he’ll be back with the team, decide to move on, or even reti...
The Summer of Optionality
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius continue their discussion on the different approaches the Lakers can take this offseason, what they view as the team’s top prioritie...
Lakers Offseason Begins
15 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius react to Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick’s media availability, including Pelinka’s comments about team needs, roster building strategies...
Lakers Show Heart as Season Ends
12 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In a hard-fought game that came down to the final possessions, the Lakers were not able to fend off the Thunder and were eliminated from the playoffs ...
OKC Takes 3-0 Lead
10 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Game 3 followed the same script as the previous two, with the Lakers playing well in the 1st half, only to have the Thunder come roaring back in the 2...
OKC Bench Powers Thunder to 2-0 Series Lead
08 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Austin Reaves bounced back and LeBron was again impactful, but the Lakers dropped Game 2 by double digits after leading at halftime and into the 3rd q...
Lakers vs OKC: Game 2 Adjustments
07 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers will try to bounce back against the Thunder in Thursday’s Game 2 and get that coveted split on the road. Pete and Darius discuss adjustme...
OKC Takes Game 1
06 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers fell to the Thunder in Game 1 of their 2nd round series, staying competitive for the first three quarters before succumbing to an OKC push ...
Lakers vs OKC Preview
05 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In advance of Tuesday’s Game 1, Pete and Darius continue their 2nd round series preview between the Lakers and the Thunder. The guys break down some...
All Our Enemies Are Dead
04 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the 1st round now in the books for every team, Pete and Darius take a quick trip around the NBA to reflect on the Celtics blowing a 3-1 lead to l...
LAKERS IN 6: LA’s Defense Routs Rockets
02 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers pulled off the upset behind a dominant defensive performance that held the Rockets to 78 points in Game 6. The guys discuss how LA’s prep...
Lakers Prep for Game 6, Nuggets Knocked Out
01 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On the heels of a great night of basketball that saw the Knicks advance, Philly beat Boston to force a Game 7, and the Nuggets get eliminated by Minne...
Rockets Shut Down Lakers Offense to Win Game 5
30 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers lost their second straight game, dropping Game 5 on a night that Austin Reaves returned but the team’s offense still stalled out. Pete an...
Lakers Look to Close Out Rockets
29 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers have a chance to close out the Rockets in Wednesday’s Game 5. Pete and Darius offer their final thoughts on what the Lakers need to do to...
First Round Drama
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the 1st round of the playoffs in full swing, Pete and Darius zoom out from the Lakers series to discuss their two other favorite watches so far: ...
Austin Nears Return as Lakers Look to Limit Turnovers
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With reports of optimism about Austin Reaves returning for Game 5, the guys discuss the potential impact of his return, how they can reduce their turn...
Rockets Battle Back to Take Game 4
27 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers lost their first game of the playoffs in Game 4 vs. the Rockets, sending the series back to Los Angeles well positioned with a 3-1 lead but...
Miracle Comeback Puts Lakers Up 3-0
25 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Raj Chipalu joins Pete to discuss the Lakers incredible OT win over the Rockets in Game 3 Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR ...
Austin, KD Questionable as Lakers Prepare for Game 3
24 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys react to Wednesday’s surprising injury updates about Austin Reaves & Kevin Durant, discuss Lakers adjustments in light of more minutes for ...
How Will the Rockets Adjust in Game 3?
23 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the Lakers vs. Rockets series shifts back to Houston, Pete and Darius discuss what adjustments they think the Rockets will try to make after fallin...
Lakers Take 2-0 Series Lead Over Rockets
22 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Kevin Durant returned for the Rockets, but it was the Lakers who prevailed in Game 2 by locking in defensively and getting big scoring nights from Mar...
It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius go around the league to highlight what they’ve liked most from the other playoff series around the NBA, zeroing in on the Nuggets vs...
Lakers vs Houston: Game 2 Adjustments
20 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In advance of Tuesday’s Game 2 between the Lakers and the Rockets, Pete and Darius discuss possible adjustments from both teams, including how thing...
LeBron, Kennard Lead Lakers to Game 1 Win Over Rockets
19 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
On a night where Kevin Durant was a surprise late scratch for Houston, a locked in LeBron James and a hot-shooting Luke Kennard led the Lakers to a Ga...
Lakers vs Rockets Preview: Final Thoughts
17 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With Game 1 on Saturday, Pete and Darius wrap up their preview of the Lakers first round series vs. the Rockets by diving into LeBron James’ importa...
Lakers vs Rockets Preview: How Can the Lakers Score?
16 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius continue their preview of the Lakers first round series against the Rockets by looking at the Lakers offense against the Rockets defen...
Lakers vs Rockets Preview: Defending Houston
15 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius continue their preview of the Lakers first round series vs. the Rockets by breaking down the challenges Houston’s offense presents t...
Lakers vs Rockets Preview: Belief, Strategy & Rotations
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius begin their preview of the Lakers first round series vs. the Rockets with a discussion on the ideal Lakers rotation, who is likely to ...
Lakers Win 53 Games
13 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers finished closed out their regular season with a victory over the Jazz, earning their 53rd win, the 4th seed in the West and a 1st round mat...
Timme Time?
10 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers got a much needed win against the Warriors on Thursday, ending their losing streak while also setting themselves up to gain some momentum t...
South Bay’s Stellar Season
09 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius are joined by special guest Raj Chipalu to talk about the South Bay Lakers’ wonderful season, the synergy between SBL and the parent...
Redick, Vando Clash in Loss to OKC
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
An undermanned Lakers team got blown out by the Thunder on Tuesday, but it was JJ Redick’s quick sub of Rui Hachimura and, later, his confrontation ...
Life Without Luka & Austin
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As the Lakers deal with missing Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves for the foreseeable future, Pete and Darius discuss how the team can try to keep their...
Luka & Austin Injured as Playoffs Approach
06 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After it was determined that Luka Dončić suffered a grade 2 hamstring strain, the Lakers injury woes worsened as Austin Reaves was diagnosed with a ...
Disaster in OKC
03 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers had a disastrous night in OKC, not only getting blown out by the Thunder by losing Luka Dončić to a hamstring injury in the process. Pete...
Is the Lakers Defense Playoff Ready?
02 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A talented Cavs team looked to be a late season test for a defense that was missing its best player, but the Lakers locked down Cleveland to start the...
Lakers March Milestones
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers closed out the month of March with with a strong win over the Cavs that that was marked by multiple milestones while clinching them a playo...
Lakers Ramp Up for the Final Stretch
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete & Darius discuss the games against the Nets, Pacers & Wizards and why they saw evidence of the team's program stability, preview the future sched...
Fianchetto the Bishop
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With the playoffs fast approaching, Pete and Darius discuss Jaxson Hayes, Jake LaRavia, and Luke Kennard as postseason rotation pieces, any concerns t...
Banners Hang Forever
27 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius continue their discussion about the Lakers success this season, the NBA awards chase, and where Rob Pelinka, JJ Redick, and Luka Donč...
Why Don’t Lakers Win League Awards?
26 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Coming off a great road trip where the Lakers went 5-1, Pete and Darius discuss the current state of the team, how they’ve already surpassed preseas...
10 Games Left
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers close out their road trip in Indiana and, with just 10 games remaining, have the inside track to earning the 3rd seed in the West. Pete and...
Lakers Winning Streak Snapped in Detroit
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers 9-game winning streak ended with a close loss to the Pistons in Detroit. Pete and Darius discuss the game, find the silver lining in losing...
Lakers on Cloud 9
23 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers won their 9th straight game over the weekend in dramatic fashion, getting a game-winning three from Luke Kennard to take down the Magic. Pe...
LUKA DROPS 60
20 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luka Dončić turned a “schedule loss” into a win with a monstrous 60-point game against the Heat, giving the Lakers their 8th straight victory in...
Luka & LeBron Light Up Rockets
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luka Dončić and LeBron James powered the Lakers to their 7th straight win and a sweep of their two game set against the Rockets. Pete and Darius bre...
Get a Rebound!
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A key to the Lakers overall success is their ability to win the possession game by managing their turnovers and being able to rebound effectively. Pet...
Lakers Win Rock Fight in Houston
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers eeked out a grimy win against the Rockets, holding them to the fewest points of any opponent this season. Pete goes on a rant about the way...
Lakers Win An Instant Classic vs Denver
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers beat the Nuggets in an instant classic, getting a miraculous Austin Reaves free throw miss and bucket to force overtime and then a Luka Don...
Luka, Lakers Starters Dominate in LeBron's Return
13 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers won their 4th straight game, beating the Bulls behind a dominant offensive performance from Luka Dončić and the rest of the starters whil...
Bam Scores 83
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The guys react to Bam Adebayo scoring 83 points, before discussing an Eastern Conference race that’s becoming more intriguing by the day. Join P...
Luka, Austin Dominate 2nd Half vs Wolves
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers got another good win, taking down the Timberwolves with a strong second half performance led by Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Pete and D...
Are the Lakers Trending Toward More Small Ball?
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers have been playing more minutes without a traditional center, with impressive results against even some of the West’s best teams. The guys...
Lakers Energy Powers Weekend Sweep of Pacers, Knicks
09 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
With LeBron James sidelined, Lakers got a pair wins over the weekend, knocking off the Pacers and Knicks with strong performances from Luka Dončić a...
Things to do in Denver When You're Dead
06 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers lost on the road in Denver, proving unable to dig themselves out of the awful start to the game. Pete and Darius discuss the Lakers not bei...
Lakers Face Nuggets in Potential Playoff Preview
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers face off against the Nuggets on Thursday, with the winner taking over the 5th seed in the conference. Pete and Darius discuss the matchup w...
Smart, Hayes Spark 4Q Comeback
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers won their third straight game, coming from behind to close out the Pelicans with a big run in the 4th quarter. Pete and Darius discuss why ...
Film Room Observations feat. Raj Chipalu
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Raj Chipalu joins Pete to discuss the experience of attending games and diving deep into film in the same season, and share what they’ve noticed whi...
Lakers Offense Takes a Step Forward
02 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers blew out a pair of Pacific Division rivals this weekend, with their offense clicking better than it has all season with the Big 3. The guys...
It’s Not Your Fault, But It Is Your Problem
28 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers dropped another close game against a shorthanded Suns team who outscored them by 33 points from behind the arc. The guys discuss a team tha...
Big 3 Chemistry
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers star trio of Luka Dončić, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves have played well individually this season, but their on-court chemistry togethe...
Luka Therapy
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Daman Rangoola joins Pete & Darius to discuss the experience of being a bit skeptical about the team's newest superstar. Join Pete on Offside! ...
Lakers Go .500 on 8-Game Homestand
25 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Late game struggles left the Lakers with their second consecutive loss, this time to Orlando in a game where Luka Dončić’s shot making was not the...
The 40-20 Club
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Phil Jackson once said that a true championship contender wins 40 games before they lose 20. The guys discuss the three teams who’ve hit that marker...
Deep Drop Exposes Holes in Lakers Offense
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers lost to the Celtics in a game where Boston’s defense mostly controlled the Lakers offense, holding them to just 89 points. Pete and Dari...
Lakers Get Ready for Second Half Sprint
20 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After a week-long hiatus from the All-Star break, the Lakers are back in action on Friday night against the Clippers. Pete and Darius discuss the team...
Understanding the Lakers Leadership Structure
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Amidst ongoing changes within the Lakers organization, Pete and Darius continue their discussion on the structure of the Lakers front office, where th...
Tim Harris to Leave Lakers
19 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Lakers President of Business Operations Tim Harris will reportedly resign his position and will no longer be with the team after this season. Pete and...
Post All-Star Wishlist
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete & Darius discuss what they’d like to see from the Lakers in the final third of the season. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta...
2026 All-Star Weekend
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius discuss the ups and downs of All-Star weekend, from the competitiveness of the rising stars game and the better than expected All-Star...
LeBron Leads Lakers Into All-Star Break
13 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers head into the All-Star break with a nice win over the Mavericks, blowing them out on the strength of a LeBron triple-double. Pete and Dariu...
How Far Away Are the Lakers?
11 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
After the Lakers suffered back to back losses against the Thunder and Spurs, Pete and Darius discuss how the Lakers stack up against the two young pow...
Lakers Lose, Find Clues vs OKC
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In a game without Luka Dončić and Shai Gilgeous Alexander, the Lakers lost a tough game against the Thunder that revealed how far they have to go an...
Gotta Guard Kennard
09 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Kennard made his debut and the Lakers beat the Warriors in a matchup of two shorthanded teams. Pete and Darius discuss Kennard’s first game, ho...
Austin Leads Comeback vs 76ers
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers got a nice comeback win against the 76ers on Thursday, but also saw Luka Dončić leave the game with an apparent hamstring issue. Pete and...
Lakers Trade Gabe for Kennard
05 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers had a mostly quiet trade deadline, but did execute a deal with the Hawks, trading Gabe Vincent for sharpshooter Luke Kennard. Pete and Dari...
Lakers End Grammy Trip, Trade Deadline Looms
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
The Lakers closed out their road trip with a win over the Nets, heading back to Los Angeles with a 5-3 record on their 8-game trip. Pete and Darius di...
Puncher’s Chance
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pete and Darius discuss the Lakers’ ability to improve this year’s team without compromising their plans for the upcoming summer. Join Pete on ...