The Herd with Colin Cowherd Hoops Tonight - Reaction to Lakers FIRING Buss brothers, LeBron & Luka impact + LaMelo Ball & Jonathan Kuminga sagas
Nov 23, 2025
The Los Angeles Lakers face upheaval, firing the Buss brothers amid concerns over their front office's direction. Jason dives into the implications for LeBron, Luka, and the future roster. The podcast also explores LaMelo Ball's desire for a trade from the Hornets and his struggles, while Jonathan Kuminga feels unfairly blamed for the Warriors' rocky start. With lively discussions on potential LaMelo trades and the unique dynamics of young stars in a league dominated by veterans, listeners get an engaging mix of analysis and speculation.
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Lakers Shakeup Was Family Civil War
- The Lakers' front office change reads less like a market purge and more like family infighting that built up over years.
- Jason Timpf thinks Mark Walter's arrival will professionalize scouting and build consistent basketball identity over time.
Bus Brothers' Draft Eye Was Underappreciated
- Joey and Jesse Buss were a rare scouting bright spot, finding late-round hits like Alex Caruso and Austin Reaves.
- Timpf expects Mark Walter to invest and replace parochial decision-making with a more professional front office.
Create A Coherent Basketball Identity
- Build a consistent basketball identity and clear offseason approach to compete in today's NBA.
- Use competent scouts and JJ Redick's input to align roster construction with a coherent vision.