Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky

Hour 2 had Andy giving the Lakers roster some New Year's resolutions that include Luka Doncic (hopefully) taking fewer 3 pointers and LeBron James finding the "Fountain Of Youth." Plus, could LeBron miss his record 22nd straight All-Star game? A-Kam said it's a real possibility with the 1st round of fan voting for the 2026 All Star Game. Then, "Crunch Time" with how the Denver Nuggets will do missing their franchise player, Nikola Jokic, for a month at least. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the 128-106 blowout loss to the Detroit Pistons, Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick thinks the team is "still seeking an identity," to which Andy Kamenetzky agreed. Andy also thinks the lineups go from "one extreme to another" as far as offense and defense. Then, Joe Mullinax from "Locked On Grizzlies" called in to help Andy preview the Grizzlies/Lakers, who play twice this weekend at Crypto.com Arena And, a quick injury update on Austin Reaves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 had Andy reacting to all the different starting lineups, which is currently at 17 through 28 games. What roster changes could come in the next couple months? Andy speculates. Also, is Austin Reaves an All-Star? Andy thinks so. And, "Crunch Time" with a comparison to Philip Rivers NFL comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the "walking" that the Lakers did in Phoenix in a blowout loss. Can the Lakers turn around the defense? JJ thinks so, Andy isn't so sure with the personel on roster. To preview the huge Christmas day game with the Lakers/Rockets and talk other Western Conference news was Jackson Gatlin. Could Luka play on Christmas? Andy and Producer Funch hope so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 had Andy reacting to the Lakers' decision to send Dalton Knecht down to the G-League to the South Bay Lakers. Who would you want to trade for since trading season is "officially open?" A-Kam and the crew talked about it. Plus, our new partner Jacob Emrani called in to talk about the new partnership with the show and his thoughts on the Lakers. Then, "Crunch Time" with talk on Luka's Christmas presents to the team and staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the crazy Lakers win over the Phoenix Suns, that saw LeBron go to the free throw line 4 times with the game on the line. And, Andy wants to "gloat" about the Lakers inserting Jared Vanderbilt in the rotation. To talk more about the Phoenix win, Jared Vanderbilt and what to expect from the team with Austin Reaves out was Khobi Price from the So Cal News Group. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Could Austin Reaves the "Robin" to Luka's "Batman?" Andy and crew wondered. Plus, Producer D thinks that Jared Vanderbilt is "unplayable" on this Lakers' team as currently constructed. Then, Andy reacted to the Rich Paul/Max Kellerman podcast where Rich said the Lakers "aren't contenders." And, "Crunch Time" with talk on Kobe's record breaking card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show with thoughts on the Lakers blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Then, what's really wrong with the defense? Andy tried to figure it out. Also, The Athletic's Dan Woike called in to talk about the Lakers defensive woes and what he foresees for the immediate future, roster wise. And, Andy is worried a little about Marcus Smart's minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 began with the question: What's wrong with Rui Hachimura? Andy and crew speculate. Then, Giannis reportedly asked for a trade from Milwaukee before the season started, so the crew wondered if the Lakers can pull off the trade. And, the Clippers let go of Chris Paul in a shocking move, so Andy and crew reacted. Plus, a Elden Campbell memoriam in "Crunch Time" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The show started with Andy Kamenetzky reacting to how tired the Lakers looked a couple days ago in their 3rd game in 4 nights. Then, Andy moved to "Stat Padding-Gate" with the talk that LeBron was "stat padding" to continue his double digit streak. Locked On Raptors' host Sean Woodley called in to preview Lakers/Raptors and some other Eastern Conference news. And what effect does Marcus Smart have on the Lakers? Andy explained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2nd hour started with Andy's concern for Luka Doncic's usage during the 1st quarters. Then, some calls with an interesting name that Lakers fans want on the team, Phoenix's Dillion Brooks. And, does the starting lineup need to change even though the Lakers are off to a 13-4 start? A-Kam thinks so. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the Top 10 NBA moments of the 21st Century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the Lakers beating the Clippers behind Luka Doncic's 43 points. Plus, could the Lakers win another NBA Cup? Andy thinks they could win another. Then, Harrison Faigen from SB Nation called in to talk about the Lakers 13-4 start and "turning the corner" on the feelings behind the DeAndre Ayton signing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How will LeBron fit in when he comes back? Andy and crew tried to figure out how the Lakers will use the King when he returns. And, A-Kam said that LeBron should try to mimic a certain Golden State Warrior on defense when he returns, most likely vs the Utah Jazz. Then, "Crunch Time" with the happenings in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The show started with Andy Kamenetzky wondering what will LeBron James bring to the table, since he's reportedly going to be back tomorrow at home against the Utah Jazz. Also, Andy thinks LeBron will have to ramp up his conditioning because he hasn't played all season yet. SB Lakers' Mike Garcia called in to talk about what impact (if at all) will Rookie Adou Theiro will have on the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dallas Mavericks General Manager (and the guy that traded Luka Doncic to LA) Nico Harrison got let go by the Mavs, so Andy K wondered why it took so long. Also, Andy found a parallel to the Nico firing to something that happened to the Lakers almost 13 years ago to the day. Plus, what is a "One Hit Wonder?" Andy and crew talked about it. Then, "Crunch Time" with everyone's favorite "Drunk Uncle." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers are off to a 8-3 start so far to the regular season, even with lots of injuries, so Andy Kamenetzky thinks the team can still get better as the season progresses. Plus, everything is MUCH easier when Austin Reaves is in the lineup. Ryan Stiles of "Locked On Thunder" called in to talk about the 10-1 World Champion OKC Thunder and how they are just "smoking" every team they play so far this season. Also, a preview of the big Lakers/Thunder game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the unexpected wins in the past week without LeBron, Austin and Luka, Andy Kamenetzky thinks there isn't such thing as a "scheduled loss" for these Lakers. Who is Nick Smith Jr, the newest Lakers sensation? Andy talked about his background. Plus, Producer Deondre "eats crow" about DeAndre Ayton's play with the Lakers. Then, a preview of Wemby coming to town for Lakers/Spurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Andy opened up the 2nd hour of Lakers Talk talking about the Lakers' new owner, Mark Walter, and how the sale will affect the look of the team, especially with Jeanie Buss. Then, Karin Abcarians, from Silver Screen and Roll, called in to talk about her impressions of the Lakers after the first week of the regular season. Plus, will Luka come back sooner rather than later? Andy thinks so from the reports we got about Luka before the win in Minnesota. And, "Crunchtime" with thoughts on MJ's new segment on the NBA on NBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers opened up their season with an impressive 3-2 record so far without LeBron and now Luka, but Andy Kamenetzky really loved the win in Minnesota vs the Timberwolves, who knocked the Lakers out of the playoffs last season. Then, Andy praised Austin Reaves, who is the talk of the NBA world right now with MVP, All-World stats through the 1st week of the regular season. Then, Drew Hill, from the Daily Memphian, called in to help Andy preview Grizzlies/Lakers. And could Rookie Adou Thiero help the Lakers? A-Kam thinks so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 started with Andy and the crew wondering why DeAndre Ayton doesn't get to the line enough, despite being a "pretty good" at the free throw line. "Light Years" Podcast host Sam Esfandiari came on with Andy to help preview tomorrow night's season opening Lakers/Warriors matchup and his thoughts on the Jonathan Kuminga saga. Then, Andy and crew discussed the new book coming out that talks a lot about Russell Westbrook's time with the Lakers. And, "Crunch Time" with a discussion on MJ's 3rd NBA "comeback." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices