CourtCast by LakersNation.com features host Trevor Lane and guest Alex Kennedy of HoopsHype.com discussing the Buss family drama, the ethics of tanking, Lakers GM Rob Pelinka's connections, and whether Markelle Fultz or Lonzo Ball should be selected first in the NBA draft. Plus, Alex talks about the time an NBA All-Star took him under his wing.
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @AlexKennedyNBA
1:00- Lakers drama
6:00- Rob Pelinka's connections
8:15- Ethics of tanking
15:30- Markelle Fultz vs Lonzo Ball
24:30- Is LaVar Ball a negative for NBA franchises?
28:30- How important are pre-draft workouts?
33:40- Nick Young's Free Agency
40:30- What's it like for an NBA player to be traded mid-season?
45:00- Alex talks about Steve Francis taking him under his wing
This episode of CourtCast features host Trevor Lane and guest Mark Medina of the Southern California News Group talking about D'Angelo Russell, the development of Ivica Zubac, and Mark tells a story about the time Metta World Peace tried to tackle him.
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @MarkG_Medina
1:00- Assessing Magic Johnson's performance
9:15- Lakers post Lou Williams trade
15:45- Most impressive young Lakers
23:00- D'Angelo Russell's success and failure
31:20- Lakers young players not untouchable?
34:00- What Lakers need this summer
37:45- The time MWP tried to tackle Mark
On this episode of CourtCast host Trevor Lane and guest John Ireland, the radio voice of the Los Angeles Lakers, talk about the great Lakers vs Celtics rivalry, tanking, and the future of both franchises.
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @LAIreland
0:40- Is the Lakers vs Celtics rivalry still relevant?
5:00- What Dr. Buss thought about the Celtics
10:00- Which team has the brighter future?
16:15- Paul George, superstar?
21:30- Ranking Lakers young core
28:45- Changing draft pick trading
33:30- Make a trade for a star?
37:30- Mitch Kupchak vs Magic Johnson
38:15- Lakers vs Celtics predictions, Mychal Thompson pranks Chick Hearn
On this episode of CourtCast host Trevor Lane and guest Serena Winters of Lakers Nation dive into the changing front office and how it's going to impact Lakers fans. Plus, we spend a moment basking in the glory of Zubac.
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @SerenaWinters
1:20- Magic Johnson at Lakers All Access
3:15- Magic's connection w/ Lakers fans
8:15- Magic on Luke Walton, impact on free agents
19:00- Lakers play on the floor
21:40- Ivica Zubac's rise
33:10- Favorite moment in Lakers history
CourtCast by Lakers Nation features host Trevor Lane and guest Keith Smith of RealGM, 16winsaring, and Celticsblog discussing the NBA trade deadline. Will Paul George end up in Los Angeles, or will the Boston Celtics beat them to the superstar swingman?
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @KeithSmithNBA
0:50- Marcelo Huertas for Tyler Ennis
3:40- No trade for Nick Young
5:45- Lou Williams trade
8:35- Paul George situation
15:20- Boston Celtics fail to find trade
20:50- Bulls-Thunder trade
26:40- Raptors-Suns trade
29:20- Mavericks-76ers trade
CourtCast by Lakers Nation features host Trevor Lane and guest Corey Hansford discussing the hiring of Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka. They also dig into the Lou Williams trade and talk about whether or not it was a good deal for Los Angeles.
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @TheeCoreyH
0:45- Magic Johnson hiring
13:30- Sympathy for Mitch Kupchak and Jim Buss?
16:50- DeMarcus Cousins failed trade
20:25- Lou Williams trade
CourtCast by Lakers Nation features host Trevor Lane and special guest Eric Pincus who discuss the Lakers front office situation and Magic Johnson potentially taking Jim Buss' role in the organization. They also take a look at the Lakers' salary cap situation and where things stand for next summer and discuss the upcoming trade deadline.
Twitter: @Trevor_Lane, @EricPincus
0:50- Good, Bad, and Ugly of Jim Buss/Mitch Kupchak
4:05- Magic Johnson replacing Jim Buss?
9:15- Lakers salary cap
13:30- Deng/Mozgov Contracts & Trade Market
19:25- Tarik Black contract situation
23:30- Trade deadline rumors & Lou Williams trade
27:55- Nick Young trade discussion, general Lakers trade talk
36:50- D'Angelo Russell's minutes
Courtcast by Lakers Nation dives into the return of Magic Johnson to the Los Angeles Lakers and examines what he brings to the front office. Could Johnson's arrival signal that Jim Buss and possibly Mitch Kupchak will be on the way out? Host Trevor Lane and special guest Alex Kennedy of HoopsHype.com also dig deep into the NBA trade deadline, which is rapidly approaching. Which teams could make big moves? Will the Lakers trade away a veteran player like Louis Williams or Nick Young, and what could they receive in return? Also, what is it like to be an NBA player while trade rumors are flying? All of this plus much more on this packed episdoe of CourtCast.
Court Cast by Lakers Nation takes a look at the current state of two of the league's glamor franchises, the Los Angeles Lakers and the New York Knicks. Host Trevor Lane and guest Randy Cruz break down what is going on in New York with legendary ex-Lakers coach Phil Jackson running the show. Are the Carmelo Anthony trade rumors legit and what would the Knicks be looking for in return? How does Anthony's no-trade clause factor in? And what would that mean for Derek Rose's future? Plus, compared to the current state of the Knicks, are the Los Angeles Lakers on the right path towards rebuilding?
CourtCast by Lakers Nation takes a look at the historic Lakers vs Celtics rivalry with host Trevor Lane and guest Jared Weiss. We dig into what makes this year's Celtics team so dangerous and also discuss why the Lakers are heading in a positive direction. Isaiah Thomas' improbable rise from 60th pick to unstoppable scorer is also discussed, as is the call for patience in the development of D'Angelo Russell, Brandon Ingram, Ivica Zubac, and the rest of the young Lakers. Additionally, we discuss potential Celtics trade targets, including Jimmy Butler and Blake Griffin.
CourtCast by Lakers Nation breaks down the latest news surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers with host Trevor Lane and guest Lakers Nation Contributor Hannah Kulik. We dig into the stellar play of rookie center Ivica Zubac as well as the concerns about Brandon Ingram's wayward jump shot. We also take a look at the hot and cold seasons put forth by D'Angelo Russell and Julius Randle and also weigh the possibilities of the Lakers making a trade at the deadline. With the draft pick at stake, we discuss tanking and whether or not it's an acceptable path for the Lakers to pursue.
CourtCast by Lakers Nation breaks down the latest news surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers with Trevor Lane and special guest Lakers Nation Senior Editor Corey Hansford. We dig into Brandon Ingram's development and discuss the idea of the Lakers tanking in an effort to keep their 2017 draft pick. They also discuss various trades that the Lakers could explore at the deadline, and whether or not the team is moving in the right direction in their rebuilding efforts.
CourtCast by Lakers Nation debuts with host Trevor Lane, who digs into some of the latest trade rumors swirling around the Los Angeles Lakers. As one of the league's glamor franchises, the Lakers come up frequently in trade talks, and we break down the latest news. Will they strike a deal for Atlanta's Paul Millsap or Philadelphia's Nerlens Noel? And what does that tell us about their plans going forward this season? How does Jim Buss' infamous deadline factor in? All that and much, much more in the debut episode of CourtCast!