Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

Locked On Lakers podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA. Hosts Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered the Purple and Gold since 2005 for media outlets including the LA Times, ESPN and The Athletic, offer traditional journalism, informal commentary, and offbeat humor to provide expert, local analysis. Locked On Lakers takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Lakers locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Lakers podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. 37 MIN AGO

    Lakers End Losing Streak, Beat Spurs 119-101, Knecht Re-Enters Starting Lineup

    After winning six straight, the Lakers came into Wednesday's game in San Antonio having lost three straight, one in a heartbreak (vs. Orlando) and two in a pasting (Denver and Phoenix). They BADLY needed a sustained, quality effort against a rapidly improving Spurs team... and they got it. Behind their most balanced effort offensively of the season, the Lakers emerged with a win, 119-101. Seven players finished in double figures, including two off the bench, as Max Christie (12 points) and D'Angelo Russell (17 points) were both efficient contributors. LeBron James struggled through much of the game, shooting horribly in the first half and turning the ball over five times overall. But he turned it up after the break, and finished with a triple double. Anthony Davis didn't have to kill himself en route to 19/14. And most importantly, the Lakers took a halftime lead and actually built on it in the third quarter, a stark contrast to what they did against the Nuggets and Suns. This was a huge win for the Lakers, not just in the sense that the Lakers restored a little order after a bad stretch of play. It also felt like a pivot point, because Dalton Knecht entered the starting lineup for Cam Reddish, and put up 20/8, and hit four of 10 from 3-point range. It's just a different energy when he's playing a lot. He spaces defenses in ways that make life easier for teammates to operate. He's good enough to operate all over the floor, not just at the 3-point line. And Wednesday, he rebounded and defended well enough to make his minutes a major positive. Obviously things can happen, but it certainly seems like this shift tonight in the opening five is here to stay. Perhaps that's something to be thankful for, as the Lakers (and the NBA) get the day off for the holiday. Certainly the win will make their Thanksgiving meal taste better. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: The Lakers get a huge win in San Antonio. SEGMENT 2: Dalton Knecht enters the starting lineup. Is he there to stay? SEGMENT 3: What balance does for LA. Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.  SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800

    36 min
  2. LAKERS POSTCAST: Lakers down the Spurs in Texas 119-101

    3 HR AGO

    LAKERS POSTCAST: Lakers down the Spurs in Texas 119-101

    Dalton Knecht had a game-high 20 points, and LeBron James added another triple-double as the Los Angeles Lakers snapped their 3-game losing streak, beating the San Antonio Spurs 119-101.

    31 min

  3. 1 DAY AGO

    Lakers Collapse Again in the 3rd Quarter, Lose 127-100 to Suns. Defense is a Mess.

    On the bright side, Saturday against Denver the Lakers were outscored by 22 in the third quarter. Tuesday in Phoenix, it was only 18. Once again, the Lakers took a tight game at the half and completely lost the thread in the third, en route to a 127-100 loss that did a lot more than simply ding the team's chances of advancing out of their group in the NBA Cup. LA has now lost three straight, with a very challenging game Wednesday against a San Antonio team that has won four straight and seven of 10. Anyone unwilling to buy into the 10-4 start, or insisted on waiting and seeing, might feel vindicated right now. The Lakers are simply losing the thread for long stretches of time. And while some of that might be chalked up to effort or attitude, the fundamental problem is far simpler: The Lakers simply can't get stops. When Denver got rolling the Lakers didn't have the capacity to stop the run. When the Suns got rolling the Lakers didn't have the capacity to stop the run. It was noted on the show earlier this week that the team's standing in the Western Conference was simply not sustainable if the Lakers stayed near the bottom of the league in defensive efficiency. They came into the game 27th. Tuesday's result only made things worse. And let's be honest - there just aren't that many levers available to turn the current roster into something better on that side of the floor. And while the Lakers are still a very good offensive team, no team is good enough on that end to overcome such miserable defense. Oh, and Jaxson Hayes limped off the floor late in the fourth. All in all, a terrible Tuesday for sure. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: The Lakers get thumped in the fourth quarter, again. SEGMENT 2: No rest for the weary, as the Lakers play in San Antonio tonight. SEGMENT 3: Is there anything the Lakers can do to fix the defense? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.  SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STO

    35 min
  4. LAKERS POSTCAST: Lakers Drop Third Straight

    1 DAY AGO

    LAKERS POSTCAST: Lakers Drop Third Straight

    Devin Booker scored 26 points and Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal each added 23 as the Phoenix Suns handed the Los Angeles Lakers their third straight loss 127-100.

    31 min

  5. 2 DAYS AGO

    Could More Physicality Help the Lakers' Bad Defense? Plus, Jaxson Hayes is back! (So are Durant, Beal and Vassell)

    The Lakers were a pretty bad defensive team last season. This season, they're pretty bad again. Which isn't all that surprising when you consider it's almost entirely the same roster as a year ago, and the major change (Dalton Knecht for Taurean Prince) probably makes them a little worse on that side of the ball. So in the wake of Saturday's second half collapse against the Nuggets and a mounting body of evidence that they're just not good enough on D as currently constructed/deployed to hang with the rest of the conference it's natural to start looking for ways to get better that don't center around "get different personnel." Because at least for now, that's really not an option. They can, however, try to play differently. That's what Austin Reaves talked about following a surprisingly vigorous practice Monday in El Segundo (given a back-to-back coming tonight in Phoenix and then tomorrow in San Antonio, kicking off five games in seven nights). "I think if you watch basketball for a long time, the teams that are ‘physical defensive teams’ might get away with a little more just because every possession you can’t call a foul... So we’re trying to get to that where we’re physical every possession and we have to make the refs call fouls. Our personnel, if we’re honest with ourselves, isn’t the best defensively. Obviously we got AD that covers up a lot, but we have to be physical out on the perimeter and especially when we’re boxing out. We got to do a better job defensively in transition as well.” It's hard to argue with anything he's saying, but the question is whether the Lakers really have the personnel to make it work. It's pretty clear they're willing to try and turn the knobs in different ways, like the emphasis on offensive rebounding (corner crashing!) that seemed to dominate training camp. Well, the results haven't been significantly stronger than last year. Why? Because they're playing without some of the size they hoped for (no Vanderbilt, no Wood and Hachimura missing a couple games) and they just don't have a lot of good defensive players. So what and Redick actually do about this? HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: Everyone's getting healthy again, just in time to face LA. SEGMENT 2: How much can changing strategies overcome shortcomings in the roster, especially on defense? SEGMENT 3: What's even changable, anyway? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.  SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET

    35 min

  6. 3 DAYS AGO

    Did the Nuggets, Magic Losses Expose Too Many Lakers Weaknesses? D'Angelo Russell Must be Better.

    Less than a week ago, the Lakers were riding high, riding a six-game winning streak and sitting near the top of the Western Conference standings. But that was before a two losses against quality teams that have let a lot of the air out of LA's balloon. First, Thursday night the Lakers lost on a last second shot from Orlando's Franz Wagner, a disappointing end to a game the Lakers really should have been able to win, whether by limiting mistakes or doing something as simple as hitting their fourth quarter free throws. And if Thursday was about a letdown in the final minutes, Saturday against Denver was about a massive collapse after the halftime break. The Lakers, after taking a 10-point second quarter lead were absolutely boat raced by the Nuggets from that point on. JJ Redick noted the lack of competitive spirit. Nikola Jokic outplayed Anthony Davis by a mile, but he wasn't the only Nugget who hurt the Lakers. He said he doesn't believe the Nuggets have some sort of psychological hold on the Lakers... but others disagree. Overall, what does that game, and the Orlando game, say about this team? Two games into a five-game stretch of "prove it" type games for the Lakers -- against quality, playoff caliber opponents -- the Lakers are 0-2. It's something that demands a turnaround, and fast. Meanwhile, with Rui Hachimura back in the lineup, the Lakers put Dalton Knecht back on the bench. Was that the right move for this team? What does it mean for a rotation where the guard play is getting dicey? D'Angelo Russell's shot has disappeared, and basically everything about Gabe Vincent's game has vanished. So what does Redick do? HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky SEGMENT 1: The Lakers got housed on Saturday, and have a lot to think about. SEGMENT 2: What's gone wrong, and what can they fix this week? SEGMENT 3: Knecht back to the bench. Right idea? Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.  SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STO

    35 min
  7. LAKERS POSTCAST: Nuggets dominate Lakers

    4 DAYS AGO

    LAKERS POSTCAST: Nuggets dominate Lakers

    Nikola Jokic scored 34 points, grabbed 13 rebounds and dished out 8 assists as the Denver Nuggets beat the Los Angles Lakers 127-102.

    32 min

  8. 5 DAYS AGO

    Lakers Rolled by Nuggets in Second Half (and Davis Rolled by Jokic), Lose 127-102.

    Hard to believe, but the Lakers actually led Saturday's game at the Crypt against the Denver Nuggets by 10. That, to say the least, didn't last. The Nuggets won the third quarter by 22 -- 22!!! -- and continued the onslaught into the fourth burying the Lakers in an avalanche that'll feel familiar to a lot of fans, given Denver's dominance over LA of late, especially in the postseason. The Lakers came out flat after the half, and were simply too sloppy. That's not going to play against a team like Denver. Whenever the Lakers and Nuggets face off, the matchup between Anthony Davis and Nikola Jokic is, no pun intended, the center of attention. Saturday, the advantage was definitely with Jokic, who outdid Davis in basically every way possible. Russell Westbook finished with a double-double that felt very personal. Michael Porter Jr. continued to use the Lakers as a personal plaything. And overall, even more than Thursday's loss to Orlando, this game really feels like one that takes the air out of LA's recent run of good play, and calls into question the validity of their record. Two games into a five game "prove it" stretch, the Lakers are 0-2. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky Your favorite podcast now has a newsletter! In One-stop for ultimate team and league coverage delivered right to your in box. Sign up for free now, at lockedondaily.com. Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! BILT RewardsStart earning points on rent you're already paying by going to joinbilt.com/lockedonnba.  SKIMSShop SKIMS Mens at SKIMS.com/lockedonnba. Let them know we sent you! After you place your order, select "podcast" in the survey and select our show in the dropdown menu that follows. And if you’re looking for the perfect gifts for the whole family - SKIMS just launched their biggest Holiday Shop ever - also available at SSKIMS.com/lockedonnba. RobinhoodRobinhood Gold provides the privileges of a high net worth for any net worth. These generous benefits are now available for only $5/month. The new Gold Standard is here with Robinhood Gold. Sign up at robinhood.com/gold. Skylight FramesWe've got the perfect gift for you! Skylight Frame is the touchscreen digital photo frame your whole family will love. As a special, limited-time offer for our listeners, get $20 OFF your purchase of a Skylight Frame when you go to SkylightFrame.com/NBA. GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuelYou can start the season with a big return on FanDuel. New customers can place a FIVE DOLLAR bet and you’ll get started with ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS - if you win your first FIVE DOLLAR BET ! Visit FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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Locked On Lakers podcast is your daily ticket to stay ahead of the game and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA. Hosts Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, who have covered the Purple and Gold since 2005 for media outlets including the LA Times, ESPN and The Athletic, offer traditional journalism, informal commentary, and offbeat humor to provide expert, local analysis. Locked On Lakers takes you beyond the scoreboard for the inside scoops on the biggest stories from within the Lakers locker room and all over the NBA. The Locked On Lakers podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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