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After the Lakers re-signed Markieff Morris in free agency, their rotation looks to be set. Pete, Darius, and Mike discuss how much the team improved from last year, how the full rotation could work night to night, and get into what potential hurdles exist in getting this group to coalesce. Later the guys get into which Western Conference teams have taken a step forward or a step back with free agency winding down, including whether the Clippers, Nuggets, and Warriors have been supplanted by other teams who made big moves in the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers attacked free agency with the same force of LeBron or AD on the fastbreak, retaining KCP and signing Wes Matthews, Montrezl Harrell, and Marc Gasol. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss the team's moves and breakdown how they think this new iteration of the team will play on both sides of the ball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After trading for Dennis Schröder the Lakers have waived Quinn Cook, seen Avery Bradley opt out of his contract, and had JaVale McGee decide to pick up his option to return to the team. Pete, Mike, and Darius break down these players' decisions and preview the Lakers' needs heading into what should be a fast moving free agent period. Later, the guys discuss news from around the NBA, including Klay Thompson's injury and the moves the Mavs, Suns, and Blazers have made to improve their rosters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers have acquired Dennis Schröder from the OKC Thunder, in exchange for Danny Green and the 28th pick in the 2020 Draft. In this episode, Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss how Schröder's dribble penetration ability brings a different dimension to the Lakers' offense, and whether or not he can defend deep into the playoffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There are reports that the Lakers have agreed to a trade in principle with the OKC Thunder. Pete, Darius, and Mike discuss how the move would impact how the Lakers build out their roster in free agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From KCP to Dwight Howard to Alex Caruso and others, the Lakers do not win the 2019-20 NBA championship without the many contributions of their role players. Pete, Darius, and Mike reflect on the seasons of these players and highlight all they contributed on the journey to the Lakers in their title run. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA and the players have agreed to terms on the framework of the 2020-21 season. Pete, Darius, and Mike dive into the details of the deal to discuss the financial terms of the agreement and debate how the Lakers and other teams around the league will approach the challenges (and potential benefits) of a 72 game season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In his first year with the Lakers, Anthony Davis proved why he was worth everything the team gave up to trade for him. In their continuation of their series of pods celebrating the contributions to the Lakers championship season, Pete, Darius, and Mike discuss Davis' electric inaugural campaign in L.A., including his incredibly diverse offensive repertoire and the attributes that make him the best defensive player in the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What will a December 22nd start date for the NBA season mean for the Lakers? Pete, Darius, and Mike talk about the impacts of a condensed off-season and what issues they see as being most important for the team to navigate. Then later, they pay tribute to the behind the scenes staffers and coaches who deserve credit for the team's drive to the championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Through truly unprecedented circumstances, LeBron James put together one of the great Lakers seasons we have ever seen, culminating in an NBA championship. Pete, Mike, and Darius discuss how the combination of LeBron's leadership and on-court play propelled the Lakers to the title and why they see no signs of him slowing down anytime soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Support Pete here:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomBuy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomPete’s Playback: https://www.playback.tv/lakerfilmroomFor Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices