Lakers Nation Podcast

We discuss who we expect to excel in various areas for the Lakers, the James Harden controversy and what it could mean for LA, Pau Gasol being inducted into the Hall of Fame and tons 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 narrowly escaped with a win over Spain in their FIBA World Cup exhibition game on Sunday, with Lakers' guard Austin Reaves stepping up and making big plays when it mattered most. What will his Team USA experience mean for Austin's development? Could Team USA lead to more of these young stars teaming up in the future? 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 break down Team USA's win over Slovenia and the play of Lakers guard Austin Reaves, who continues to look comfortable in any setting. Plus, taking a look at what we know so far about the Lakers' schedule and we get some breaking James Harden news mid-show.... 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' opening night and Christmas Day matchups have leaked so Trevor Lane breaks down what we have to look forward to. Then, Jovan Buha joins the show to discuss Austin Reaves' development with Team USA, update the Christian Wood situation, discuss Anthony Davis' extension (and maybe one for Vando?), and tons 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' Front Office has made quite a turnaround from just a year ago. Trevor Lane takes a look at the work the team has done to repair fans' faith in their decision-making, then Corey Hansford and Ryan Ward join the show to sort through a number of questions, including the team's rotation, an extension for Vando, a 1 v 1 tournament 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 break down Austin Reaves' play in Team USA's game against Puerto Rico as they prepare for the FIBA World Cup. Can he develop even further with Team USA, to the benefit of the Lakers? Plus, what's the Lakers' ceiling for wins? And will Darvin Ham improve his rotations next season? We discuss it all 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.

An important detail in Anthony Davis' new contract has been revealed, Austin Reaves plays with Team USA tonight (use the link below to watch with us!), plus more...Join us on Playback for our live stream of every game!: https://www.playback.tv/lakersnation 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 wasted no time in agreeing to terms on a contract extension with Anthony Davis, giving him a 3-year deal worth potentially over $180 million and thus putting him under contract in LA until 2028. 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.

It's the most important day on the Lakers' summer calendar as Anthony Davis becomes extension eligible. Can they get a deal done and what would it mean for the future of the club? Plus, what about Jarred Vanderbilt? Does he get an extension as well? Finally, Trevor Lane talks with Jim Hecht and Jeff Pearlman of HBO's "Winning Time" to discuss the show and everything that goes into sharing the Lakers' rich history... 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.

Did D'Angelo Russell deserve a bigger contract than the one he got? We break down the numbers plus what he means to the Lakers team and what a potential trade could look like. Plus, we discuss the Lakers' willingness to make win-now moves, Anthony Davis' dominance 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.