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Zena Keita, a regular contributor to The Athletic NBA Daily and host of the Women's Basketball Show, joins to discuss the Warriors' surprising rise in the Western Conference. Trevor Lane, host of the Lakers Nation podcast, shares insights on the chaotic week for the Lakers, including his press conference moment with JJ Redick. They analyze LeBron's performance, team dynamics, and the challenges faced by the Lakers amidst coaching changes. The conversation wraps up with a fun trivia game, highlighting the Lakers' legacy and player stats.

Zena Keita, an NBA contributor for The Athletic, shares expert insights into the Western Conference alongside co-host Dave DuFour. They dive into Dallas Mavericks' playoff potential and Nikola Jokic's revenge season. Keita highlights the rising stars like Anthony Edwards and the emerging talents of Jalen Williams and rookies like Zach Eadie and Reed Shepard. The discussion also touches on the importance of veteran players and the role injuries play in shaping the competitive landscape of the West.