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Lakers Lounge

Anthony Irwin
Los Angeles Lakers
Lakers
Luka Dončić
Walker Kessler
Jonathan Kuminga
Lebron James
Luka Doncic
Austin Reaves
Rob Pelinka
Golden State Warriors
Basketball
Los Angeles Clippers
Jeannie Buss
Kawhi Leonard
Mark Walter
JJ Redick
Los Angeles
NBA
Jeanie Buss
Clippers

Anthony Irwin takes a daily look at the Los Angeles Lakers in his own unique way, with the help of any number of guests from throughout NBA coverage, and beyond.

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Anthony and Harrison get together for a rare postgame episode in which they get to make a little fun of the Kings. They recap the game, break down Walker Kessler and Austin Reaves' performances, marvel at Luka Doncic and wrap with a Q&A.

The Lakers are wrapping up a stretch of five games in seven nights. They won... ugly? With defense? Really?

Anthony noticed something from the Kings all over the court last night: Walker Kessler wore them down. He and Harrison discuss that, Austin's under-the-radar production and more.

Bill Simmons called Luka Doncic insufferable. Anthony and Harrison greatly appreciate Simmons for making their points for them.

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Raj Chapalu
Basketball analyst discussing the Lakers.
Episode: PART 1: Let's nerd out, one week or so in
Pete Zayas
Lakers analyst and creator of Laker Film Room.
Laker Film Room
Episode: PART 3: What can/will the Lakers do about the backup center situation?
Mike Trudell
Los Angeles Lakers sideline reporter and ESPN LA contributor
Los Angeles Lakers
Episode: FULL: Truuuuuuuu
JJ Reddick
Basketball analyst and former NBA player
Episode: PART 2: Ah, the joy of productive youth
Raj Sopalu
Senior Lakers insider and lead Lakers content creator at Offside
Silver Screen and Roll
Episode: FULL: Second straight episode of letting Raj nerd out about these Lakers
Raj Sipalu
Episode: PART 1: JJ's confidence in the Lakers shines through his transparency on his goals with the team
Quinton Grimes
NBA player
Episode: PART 2: Funniest moments from Lakers, NBA Media Days
Rui Hachimura
NBA player
Los Angeles Clippers
Episode: PART 2: Funniest moments from Lakers, NBA Media Days
Harrison Fagan
Lakers writer for SB Nation
SB Nation
Episode: FULL: Kessler v Duren; Media Day Bingo; SB Nation Q&A

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Anthony Irwin
Host of Lakers Lounge and related shows; frequent Lakers insider/content creator with branding tied to Lakers Lounge / Offside.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 779 ratings
  • Walker MF Kessler

    It’s only been two games, so of course there’s nothing definitive to be said here, but my goodness Walker Kessler is a complete revelation for this team.

    I am absolutely loving him as a Laker. Guy is going to walk into averaging 18 and 10 just simply doing the little things and playing the Clint Capela role.

    My favorite part? How hard he runs. He’s not fast per se, but I’ll be dammed if he doesn’t run as hard as humanly possible every second he’s on the floor. With Ayton, even with AD at tim... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lakersfidora
    United States15 days ago
  • Content: A+, Incessant chuckling: F-

    I’ve been listening for several years and I will probably keep listening because the analysis, guests, Lakers passion and great care taken are excellent. But I dearly hope that the insufferable chuckling abates. It is truly painful and I’ve turned off multiple episodes because it was simply too annoying to keep on. It belittles the content honestly. It’s honest I guest, true to who he is, but man is it tough to listen to, especially on headphones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Uncle Jackins
    United States2 months ago
  • Mailbag Question

    Mailbag… Have you heard anything about he lakers in game PA announcer position? And have you also heard anything about Stu? He was out through the end of last season. And as a league over all is this the most insane/crazy offseason of all time? When you break EVERYTHING down it really might be.

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    5
    LakeshowLanden
    United States2 months ago
  • Is a $30m fine for Clippers enough?

    Balmer got fined way less than 1% of his net worth. I’m wondering, if an owner is rich enough, is a $30m fine a deterrent? Dan Gilbert is worth $30bn, what would $30m matter to someone as rich as him?

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    JB JB JB 12345
    Australia2 months ago
  • Come On!

    Anthony—what on earth are you complaining about? After being told to wait until this off season, we got an unproven but promising center, 3 players who didn’t start for their teams, no power forward, some vet min guys, and a rail-thin rookie. Just what we were led to expect, right? How dare you not be happy with that! Now for the truth—whether Jeanie stays governor or not, Kushner/Iger have the right and power to fire the Rambi and Rob, and they should do that immediately. They should fire ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lakers Old Guy Fan
    United States2 months ago

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FULL: 3-0; Luka goes for fitty; Austin quiets critics; Kessler struggles; Q&A
Q: The Vando hate by JJ is ridiculous. No reason he should be a part of the backup. He should.
Irwin agrees Vanderbilt should have a larger role, arguing that his rebounding, defense and motor are more valuable to the team than what the current backup center provides.
FULL: 3-0; Luka goes for fitty; Austin quiets critics; Kessler struggles; Q&A
Q: Every player, aside from Luka and Reeves, were on losing teams. Then them seeing how Luka and AR were calm, down three will make them winners.
Irwin says the Lakers' experience winning close games helped them, while Utah's history of losing games shaped its mistakes. He points to Dončić and Reaves combining for 81 points and controlling the game.
PART 2: Rob Pelinka not learning from past mistakes led to Lakers' backup center problem
Q: Vando is available for OKC. It would be so annoying if JJ Redick basically puts Vando in the corner with a dunce cap on his head every single game, and then OKC gets Vando for the discount of all discounts.
Irwin says that would be frustrating, and suggests Vanderbilt could instead receive some of the minutes currently going to Mamu while the Lakers wait for injured players to return.
PART 2: Rob Pelinka not learning from past mistakes led to Lakers' backup center problem
Q: It seems the most glaring need is a backup center. Do you see any way for the Lakers to improve the backup five? Are we going to be praying to the injury gods that Kessler remains healthy all season long?
Irwin would be surprised if the Lakers kept their current backup-center options all season. He expects them to explore G League players and potential trades, though the trade market may not become more favorable until December.
PART 1: How OKC's injuries, cap casualties impacts the west picture
Q: Are the Lakers making efforts to trade for a backup big, or should fans expect them to stick with Kevon Looney?
Irwin says the team is aware of the hole and had hoped internal options could help. He identifies Dwight Powell as a possible fit but says the Lakers' perceived desperation could raise the price for outside help.

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A sharp, opinion-forward show about the Los Angeles Lakers, focusing on roster moves, cap dynamics, and market-driven speculation. Episodes commonly dissect trade rumors, free-agent fallout, and center-depth strategies, blended with personal anecdotes and candid takes on leadership and front-office moves. Noteworthy is the host's willingness to challenge conventional narratives, lean into rumor-driven analysis, and weave Summer League vibes and vacation-time commentary into roster-level decision-making. This is likely to appeal to listeners who want timely, take-heavy basketball commentary with a strong emphasis on contract math, player fit, and the business side of the sport.

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2. Pete Zayas
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