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Hoops Talk with Allen Sliwa

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Los Angeles Lakers
Lebron James
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NBA
Luka Dončić
Oklahoma City Thunder
Austin Reaves
Luka Doncic
Houston Rockets
Austin Reeves
Deandre Ayton
San Antonio Spurs
Cleveland Cavaliers
Rui Hachimura
Jonathan Kuminga
Denver Nuggets
NBA Trade Deadline
Luke Kennard
JJ Reddick
Dallas Mavericks

This channel is dedicated to serving Laker/NBA fans across the globe...Tune in Monday-Friday starting at 8am for daily Lakers content. In addition, we go LIVE after every Lakers Game for Instant analysis and reaction

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BREAKING NBA NEWS: LeBron James has officially signed with the Philadelphia 76ers, ending his Lakers tenure and beginning the next chapter of his legendary career. In this live stream, we react to the blockbuster move, discuss why LeBron chose Philad... more

Today's Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa dives into another busy day of Los Angeles Lakers and NBA news! We break down ESPN's surprising C+ offseason grade for the Lakers and debate whether the national media is undervaluing Rob Pelinka's roster overhaul. Pl... more

Today's Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa is LIVE as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers offseason news and the biggest NBA storylines heading into the 2026-27 season.

The Lakers remain in the mix for Jonathan Kuminga, but is a deal still realistic?... more

Today's Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa breaks down the Lakers' latest offseason move as Matisse Thybulle is officially signed, bringing elite perimeter defense and veteran experience to Los Angeles. But is the roster complete? We'll discuss why the Lakers ... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Rowland
Brad Rowland, Hawks insider and Locked On Hawks host
Locked On Hawks / Hawks Insider
Episode: Hawks Insider on Kuminga | Thybulle Backup Plan? | Kessler Overpaid?
Mike Garcia
NBA draft analyst, independent
LakersDraft (substack)
Episode: Giannis To MIA | Randle/Claxton 3-Team Deal | Lakers Cap Space Situation | NBA Draft w/Mike Garcia
Sam Amick
NBA reporter, connected to Run It Back TV
Athletic / Run It Back TV
Episode: Lakers On The Clock w/Luka | Lakers Call OKC About Dort | Chances LeBron & Reaves Are Back
Brian Windhorst
NBA insider and ESPN analyst
ESPN / Horizon Media (as featured on NBA Today)
Episode: Lakers On The Clock w/Luka | Lakers Call OKC About Dort | Chances LeBron & Reaves Are Back
Rich Paul
Klutch Sports CEO, discussing LeBron James and market interest
Klutch Sports
Episode: Lakers EXPECTED to Keep Austin Reaves + LeBron Drawing Interest From 12 Teams
Jovan Buha
NBA writer, guest
The Athletic / Silver Screen and Roll
Episode: Nets To Offer Max For Reaves? | What Lakers Can Learn From Knicks & Spurs | Guest: Jovan Buha
Victor Wembenyama
Rookie for the San Antonio Spurs
San Antonio Spurs
Episode: Knicks Win NBA Finals Game 1 | Predicting Lakers Offseason Moves | LA Times On Lebron Future
James Worthy
Basketball Hall of Famer and commentator featured via clip
NBA on TNT (via clip)
Episode: Lebron Rumors To Warriors | Kelly Oubre Option? | Keep or Trade Pick? | Spurs/Knicks Finals Preview
Eric Pincus
Basketball journalist, Bleacher Report
Bleacher Report
Episode: Updates On Potential Free Agents | Reaves Contract | Rui Too Expensive? | Guest: Eric Pincus

Host

Allen Sliwa
Host of the show with multiple affiliations noted across episodes; active in Lakers-focused analysis and postgame commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Awful Vando take

    Reason Luka is hurt is bc JJ wouldn’t play his roster

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    AngelRS042410
    United States4 months ago

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Hawks Insider on Kuminga | Thybulle Backup Plan? | Kessler Overpaid?
Q: Could Kuminga end up with the Lakers via a sign-and-trade, and what might the Hawks want in return?
The guest emphasizes that the Hawks are not under pressure to move Kuminga and would require a package that clearly benefits them, likely expiring contracts or assets that align with their goals, while the Lakers are asset-poor and would need creative solutions.
Hawks Insider on Kuminga | Thybulle Backup Plan? | Kessler Overpaid?
Q: What is Atlanta looking for in Kuminga, and would the Lakers be a fit if a trade happened?
Brad Rowland explains that Atlanta valued Kuminga for his rim pressure and athleticism but viewed the $24 million team option as not worth it given the rest of their roster and market value; the Lakers could be a fit if Kuminga adapts to a defined role and the team can accommodate his contract with others.
Reaves Opens Up | Kuminga Latest | Grading Lakers Offseason | Thiero & Carr's Roles | Eric Pincus
Q: What is your read on the Kuminga front and the Lakers' chances to land him?
Pincus explains the cap constraints, the need for a sign-and-trade, and how an expanded traded player exception could be used to facilitate the deal, while stressing that multiple dominoes (Vanderbilt, Hawks' interest, other teams) must align for any path to Kuminga.
Best Win of the Season | Lakers Changing Narrative? | Ayton Deserves Credit | Guest: Dave McMenamin
Q: How has your perspective about the Lakers changed over the last 8-9 days?
Dave suggested that the Lakers' results have improved, especially against high-caliber teams, and that their recent performances have shifted the perception of their ceiling, though he cautioned against declaring them true contenders just yet.
No Moral Victories | Is Reaves Too Unselfish? | Luka's 15th Tech | IND & NYK in Town
Q: What did CP think about the Lakers' current direction and the idea of pairing Luka with Austin Reaves?
CP emphasized that while pairing Luka and Reaves could be appealing, it would be insufficient by itself without a well-rounded roster and smart supporting pieces; the Lakers may need strategic moves beyond simply stacking stars.

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Two prolific Lakers/NBA discussion shows center on real-time game analysis, playoff positioning, and strategic breakdowns of matchups, injuries, and roster moves. Frequent live reactions, audience participation, and guest segments with rising NBA voices help paint a practical play-by-play and season-wide context for fans, sponsors, and potential guests. Notable strengths include a steady stream of timely updates, cross-channel promotion, and deep-dive angles on stars, role players, and front-office decisions that shape the Lakers' arc and the broader Western Conference race.

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1. Brad Rowland
2. Mike Garcia
3. Sam Amick
4. Brian Windhorst
5. Rich Paul
6. Jovan Buha
7. Victor Wembenyama
8. James Worthy

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