Lakers Nation Podcast

Team USA took down New Zealand in their first game of the group stage at the FIBA World Cup. While Paolo Banchero stole the show, Lakers guard Austin Reaves had an impressive performance in his own right and showcased some of the playmaking that the Lakers will lean on more this season. Plus, is it time for a starting lineup change for the US? Trevor Lane breaks it down... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We get some great news on Bronny James, discuss the Lakers' incredible stats with a four-man grouping of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Austin Reaves, and D'Angelo Russell and why we shouldn't focus too much on just the Denver Nuggets, Dillon Brooks still talking about LeBron and more with Trevor Lane.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We celebrate Mamba Day by talking about what we take from Kobe, what a potential extension would look like for Jarred Vanderbilt and why it's a worthwhile investment, the Lakers' wing depth and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We discuss Austin Reaves and his opportunity to recruit Team USA players to the Lakers, JaVale McGee potentially becoming a free agent option for the Lakers, the notion that Anthony Davis should be an MVP candidate this season and more with Trevor Lane and Sean Davis.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lakers still have an open roster spot, could the recently-waived Usman Garuba be an option? Plus, Rui Hachimura looks significantly leaner (and with a different jump shot?), plus we talk Team USA and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team USA got a big win over Germany in their final tune-up for the FIBA World Cup. Lakers' guard Austin Reaves cooked and was part of the closing rotation as well as the run that turned the game around, plus Anthony Edwards cemented his status as Team USA's top player. Trevor Lane and Sean Davis break it down... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Team USA picked up another big win over Greece, we break down the team's performance and Lakers guard Austin Reaves, whose defense has to be discussed as we get to the upcoming season. Plus, what can the Lakers do to mitigate their shooting concerns? All that and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lakers' schedule is here! Trevor Lane breaks down the good, the bad, and the ugly by looking at LA's schedule and what it's going to take to get to the top of the NBA mountain this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We predict the playoff race in the Wild West, where parity rules and figuring out who finishes where is a near-impossible task, though Trevor and Sean do their best to make it through. Other topics discussed include the in-season tournament, a James Harden-to-Lakers trade, and more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Lakers have had an impressive summer but there will still be plenty of hurdles in the season. What needs to happen for them to live up to their potential and win a title? Trevor Lane opens up the call-in line to talk X-Factors.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.