Laker Film Room - Dedicated to the Study of Lakers Basketball
A podcast dedicated to the study of Lakers basketball, hosted by Pete Zayas and Darius Soriano. The show provides in-depth analysis, film breakdowns, and discussions about the Los Angeles Lakers. It is part of the Audacy network.
Episodes
Eastern Conference Preview & Predictions
Pete and Darius zoom out from the Lakers and go team by team to pick over/unders for the Eastern Conference, debating rosters, picking win totals, and trying to sort out where teams will finish in what looks to be one of the stronger groups of eastern teams in recent memory..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storeLFR
LFR Mailbag: New Anti-Tanking Rules, More Zone Defense, Adou & Carr Future Starters?
Pete & Darius kick off their new mailbag series by answering questions on the new anti-tanking rules, how much zone the expect the Lakers to play, if they'd trade Luka to erase a Celtics championship, Adou & Carr as future starters, and more.Want to Ask a Mailbag Question?: lfrmailbag@gmail.comJoin Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker
Kessler Close to Making Lakers Debut
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First Week Impressions
The Lakers finished a stretch of 3 games in 4 nights with a win over the Kings on Thursday. Pete and Darius discuss the win and also what has stood out to them in these opening three games. From the team’s defensive approach at the point of attack, how much they’ve missed Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili’s offensive game, Jake LaRavia finding his shot again, the lack of ball handling and shot
What a Stupid Game
Shorthanded and on the 2nd night of a preseason back-to-back, the Lakers got walloped by the Warriors on Tuesday night. Pete and Darius break down how much there is to take away from a game like that, why they’re keeping a closer eye the team’s defensive approach and the challenges the Warriors gave them on that end, whether they’re getting concerned about the players who are missing games, and mu
Lakers Show Natural Chemistry in Dominant Preseason Debut
The Lakers opened up their preseason with a fun win over the Kings that showed a connection, chemistry, and commitment to their new style of play. Pete and Darius discuss the win, their first impressions of the new group and what stood out to them most, the hints they gleaned from the rotation and schematic decisions, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https
Preseason Lakers Preview 2026
Lakers preseason basketball is here! Pete and Darius preview the Lakers exhibition season, highlighting what they want to see from the team, what their goals are for the group, what they would like to see from some of the individual players fighting for rotation spots, goals for the end of the bench guys and two-way players, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store
Times They Are A Changin'
Pete and Darius discuss the Lakers two new hirings, Pooh Jeter as the new director of pro scouting and Derrin Horton as the new public address announcer, diving into all that comes with ongoing change within the organization of late. And then later, as training camp continues through the first week, the guys discuss Dalton Knecht’s Lakers’ future in conjunction with the need for the team to trim d
Immaculate Vibes (And Do They Even Matter?)
In an LFR reunion, Pete and Darius are joined by Lakers sideline reporter Mike Trudell to talk about the vibes around the team to open training camp, the clarity of roles that is helping to drive the positivity, the competition for minutes and pressure points on this new roster, the evolution and continued improvement of JJ Redick as he enters his 3rd season, and much more..Mike's Substack: https:
Redick’s Training Camp Priorities
JJ Redick listed early offense, defensive principles, and conditioning as his Top 3 priorities for training camp after the conclusion of the team’s first practice. The guys discuss what that might look like with this new group, Ziaire Williams generating some early buzz, and more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-st
Battle of the Wings
Training camp begins on Monday, and with Luka, Austin, and Kessler being the only players locked into a role, the battle for which wings will flank them has begun. The guys discuss what they think Redick will be looking for, why minimizing mistakes may be even more important than maximizing big plays, the value of veteran knowhow vs raw athletic gifts, and more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.o
Dawn of a New Lakers Era
The Lakers 2026 media day was filled with a different sense of optimism from year’s past, mostly fueled by the newness of the roster and the spirit of a team built around Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Pete and Darius discuss the vibe of the day, what comments stood out most to them, the common themes of leadership from Luka and Austin and buy-in from the players to their respective roles, and muc
Pelinka & Redick Press Conference Starts 26-27 Season
Pete and Darius react to Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick’s media availability in advance of training camp, discussing Pelinka and Redicks’ obvious excitement heading into this season, their view on the team’s depth, how they feel they hit their three key goals of the offseason, how Walker Kessler will impact the team’s defensive schemes, the competition for two open starting spots, and much more..Join P
Lawrence Tanter
Pete and Darius discuss the legacy and their enduring memories of Lawrence Tanter, the legendary Lakers PA announcer of 43 years who passed away this week. And then later, the guys discuss Marcus Smart’s recent comments that provided more insight on his departure from the Lakers..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-sto
The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot
Pete and Darius continue their player season previews by looking at the group of holdover forwards from last season in Jake LaRavia, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Adou Thiero. The guys break down how each one fits on this remade team, the best case role for each, who has the highest ceiling and the clearest path to playing time, and much more..Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoomLFR Sto
The Importance of Mamu
Pete and Darius continue their player season previews with a look at new big man Sandro Mamukelashvili, digging into his dynamism offensively and how he can thrive next to Luka Dončić, how he helps the team play more two-big lineups, whether he should start or come off the bench, his challenges defensively and how to get the most out of him and that side of the ball, and much more..Join Pete on Of
Wet Blankets
While a remade roster and a summer of building chemistry offers optimism for the upcoming Lakers season, Pete and Darius explore potential blind spots, areas of concern, and some of their open questions for the team. Do the Lakers have enough playmaking and rebounding? Will Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler live up to the team’s investment in them? Are the 4th and 5th starters even on this roster?
2026-27 Season Wishlist
Pete and Darius create a wishlist of things they’d like to see from the Lakers this upcoming season, diving into team and individual milestones that, if they’re able to achieve them, can propel the Lakers into a higher tier of competitiveness. And then later, the guys chime in with their opinions on whether you could replace Kobe with Tracy McGrady or another superstar on those early 2000’s Lakers
NBA Expansion on the Horizon
Pete and Darius go around the league to discuss the news coming out of the Board of Governor’s meetings this week, including the lack of update on the Lakers pending sale, being bullish on NBA expansion, and what to make of the Clippers after the NBA’s ruling and the Kawhi trade. And then later, the guys discuss recent comments from Norm Powell and Gilbert Arenas about being down on the Lakers pro
Redick’s Rotation
The guys discuss JJ Redick’s rotation for the upcoming season, gaming out how he might allocate the 240 minutes available, whether he’ll extend beyond the 9-man rotation he’s preferred in previous seasons, where the training camp battles might be, and more. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: http
Can the Lakers Be Good on Defense This Year?
Pete and Darius continue their season preview discussions by diving into the Lakers defense, debating whether the team is being underrated on that end of the floor, how Walker Kessler and other offseason additions can have a huge impact on the team’s defensive floor, what schemes they expect the Lakers to play, the tradeoffs they’ve made between speed and strength, and much more..Join Pete on Offs
Grimes' Game
Pete and Darius are joined by special guest Raj Chipalu to discuss Quentin Grimes’ game, his overall fit on the Lakers, whether he has already locked down a starting role, the balance of shot making vs. shot selection, his ideal defensive role and how he can help both Luka and Austin on that side of the ball, and much more. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cotto
Lakers Hire Eric Amsler as Assistant GM
The Lakers have reportedly hired longtime Miami Heat executive Eric Amlser as their new assistant general manager. Pete and Darius react to the news and offer their initial thoughts on the hire, discuss the new leadership structure of the front office now that both assistant GM spots are filled, and much more. And then later, the guys get into how changes to the front office combine with a remade
Austin Steps Into a New Role
Pete and Darius dive into Austin Reaves upcoming season, how his big contract impacts expectations, his role offensively and how it changes now that LeBron is gone, why he can have a better defensive year than some expect, his chemistry with Luka on and off the court, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-
What Kessler Brings to the Lakers
Pete and Darius break down Walker Kessler’s game, diving into what they expect from him defensively, his offensive skill set and how he fits on that side of the ball, things they believe he can improve on, and much more. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete
Shoot, Pass, Dribble
Pete and Darius break down the Lakers offseason through the lens of wanting more “dribble/pass/shoot” talent, why that matters to JJ Redick and how it impacts the team’s offensive approach, Luka’s fit within more 5-out offensive schemes that optimize this style of play, how losing LeBron James impacts the team’s passing talent, and much more.LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-ro
NBA Drops Hammer on Clippers
Pete and Darius react to the NBA’s ruling against the Clippers and the massive punishment handed down as part of league’s investigation into the team’s salary cap circumvention related to Kawhi Leonard. The guys express their feelings about Adam Silver’s ruling, what details from the report stood out to them most, the role of journalism in bringing this story to light and throughout the investigat
Goals for the Season
What are realistic goals for the Lakers this season? How does the turnover in roster impact those goals? Do the holes on the team impact how you view the short vs. long term prospects of the team and how late is too late to try to add to this roster to fill those needs? Pete and Darius dive into these questions and much more on the latest LFR pod..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaL
What Would You Have Done Differently?
With free agency over and the benefit of hindsight, Pete and Darius review the Lakers summer transactions and discuss if they would have done anything differently. Would they have still done the Walker Kessler sign and trade? Would they have spent the rest of their free agent money on different players than Quentin Grimes and Sandro Mamukelashvili? And what about using the room exception on Collin
All the Pieces Matter
Pete and Darius explore the depth of the Lakers roster and how the combination of higher end role players and stronger depth overall can impact winning, help establish identity, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr’s potential to crack the rotation and how their presence on the team can create an environment that fosters competition for minutes with their ve
Kuminga to Wolves...What Now?
Jonathan Kuminga has finally made a free agency decision, and he will be going to Minnesota to play for the T’Wolves. Pete and Darius discuss Kuminga’s decision, why the Lakers were more limited in the money they could offer than previously believed, how that factored into Kuminga’s decision, and where the Lakers go from here to fill their hole in the front court.
Now & Later
Pete and Darius dive into the latest round of reporting on the Lakers pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga, forecasting the short and long-term ramifications of him potentially signing as a free agent for the minimum vs. the Lakers executing a sign and trade for him. And then later, with Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan both finding new homes, the guys discuss the shift in team building philosophy from Rob
Lakers Build Chemistry in Slovenia
With the Lakers returning from their players camp in Slovenia, Pete and Darius discuss the value of chemistry, a roster that was built in Luka Dončić’s image and to support him, how Luka’s leadership can manifest with this group, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss Jarred Vanderbilt’s role on this team and the open competition for minutes on the wing. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www
Nuggets Trade Watson
Denver traded Peyton Watson to the Cavs in return for a pair of picks, but no players in return. The guys discuss the Nuggets getting worse this summer and why their cap situation made that inevitable, the impact of the trade on a potential Lakers sign & trade for Jonathan Kuminga, and more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-
Lakers Join the Motor League
Pete and Darius are joined by special guest Iztok Franko to talk about how the Lakers offseason acquisitions fit into some of the larger trends sweeping through the league and whether this new vision for the roster can complement Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves in the ways that can translate to winning at the highest levels..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonb
Will Ownership Drama Impact the Team?
Pete and Darius discuss how a stunning ownership change and continued Buss family infighting have the potential to impact the Lakers amidst an offseason the team has circled for years as a crucial window to build out a roster that would be on the fast track to contending. Will the uncertainty of this ownership transition impact the team’s on court play? Are the unknowns really more negative than
Buss Family Fights Over Lakers Sale
Jeanie Buss is again in a very public spat with her siblings, this time over their desire to sell the Buss family’s remaining stake in the Lakers to the Bob Iger and Jared Kushner ownership group, while Jeanie wants to keep those shares and her role as Lakers Governor. Pete and Darius break down all that is happening and dive into the machinations at play, the messiness of the agreement, Jeanie’s
2026-27 NBA Schedule Release
The Lakers 2026-27 schedule is here, and Pete and Darius dive into it all, highlighting what stands out most to them, why the first 10 games can be meaningful, what stretches concern them the most, and much more. And then later, the guys pay tribute to former NBA coach and player Don Nelson after his recent passing.
Who is Bob Iger?
New reporting on the Lakers shockingly changing hands for the second time in 14 months offers insight into the possible reasons Mark Walter is selling so quickly and what a Bob Iger/Josh Kushner ownership structure might look like. Pete and Darius dive into both topics, focusing on Iger’s positioning as the likely face of the new ownership group, his history as a leader in business and entertainme
LAKERS SOLD AGAIN
In a stunning turn of events, the Lakers are reportedly being sold AGAIN, with Josh Kushner and Bob Iger set to acquire the franchise from Mark Walter. Pete and Darius react to the news, diving into their feelings on team ownership in general, the conspicuous timing of the sale considering Walter’s legal issues, the prospective upheaval of this change, and much much more..Join Pete on Offside! htt
Thoughts on Sexton
Of all the Lakers’ offseason acquisitions, Collin Sexton’s was easily the most divisive. Pete and Darius break down why that was the case, how a player of his style and position is actually a real need on this roster, how he fits and can thrive offensively, the defensive challenges he and the team will face, his competitiveness and cultural fit, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.off
Adam Silver’s NBA
Pete and Darius discuss Adam Silver’s tenure as the NBA commissioner, diving into how effective he’s been at his job, the current state of the league from a talent and business standpoint, things that need to be improved from a TV and entertainment perspective, and the recent gambling and Clippers cap circumvention scandals that have put the league under greater scrutiny. .Join Pete on Offside! ht
Shaq vs Kobe, Revisited
In the aftermath of Shaq saying Lakers fans never loved him like they did Kobe, Pete and Darius take a trip down memory lane to discuss the Shaq and Kobe dynamic: What it was like at the time, the love affair fans had with Shaq, how Kobe was viewed early on in his career, the falling out between them, how Kobe’s evolution turned him into the more beloved figure within the fanbase, and much more. .
What If This is the Team?
The guys return to discuss a potential reality that lurks underneath this frozen offseason - what if this is the team that will start the season? .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube:
Luka's Lakers
Pete and Darius discuss the report that Luka Dončić will host a players only mini camp in Slovenia and how it represents another step towards the Lakers being Luka’s team, what it signals about Luka’s leadership, why these opportunities matter for team building, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss how Luka becomes the central leadership voice in the wake of LeBron’s departur
Cam or Kuminga?
With August approaching and multiple name free agents still unsigned, Pete and Darius go around the league to discuss the next wave of transactions that they’re most anticipating. More specifically, the guys look at the Nuggets decision on restricted free agent Peyton Watson, why that could make Cameron Johnson available and an option for the Lakers, and much more. And then later, the guys dig int
LeBron to Philly
LeBron James is taking his talents to… Philadelphia to play for the 76ers. Pete and Darius react to the news, breakdown LeBron’s fit in Philly, examine the team’s defensive ceiling and diagram how offense can work with so many high usage players, and much more. And then later, the guys reflect on LeBron’s time in Los Angeles and speculate as to how his decision could trigger dominoes that impact J
Weakening West
In the wake of the Thunder making cost-cutting trades this offseason and other teams at the top of the western conference projecting to be very expensive very soon, Pete and Darius forecast the top of the conference in the coming seasons, whether teams like Denver and Minnesota are setup well to keep their teams intact, the void of younger teams ready to rise up, and whether the Lakers are positio
Mr. Right vs Mr. Right Now
With the Lakers still searching for a starting power forward, Pete and Darius discuss long vs. short term solutions, what skills the team should prioritize at the position, how the additions of Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle impact what type of forward the team should be looking to add, and why chasing Jonathan Kuminga is proving more challenging than originally thought. And then later, the
Lakers Look to Win the Possession Battle
Raj Chipalu joins Pete to discuss the Lakers’ offseason and their decision to calibrate the team toward youth, defensive playmaking, offensive rebounding, and more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroo
Much Adou About Summer League
Mike Garcia joins Pete to share their excitement about the Summer League team, the unique development arc of Adou Thiero, Cameron Carr being everything they’ve hoped so far, what it would take for Chris Mañon to stick with the parent club and if the Lakers should prioritize their playing time over more established vets..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbure
New Look Lakers
Pete & the pod's producer Jeanie answer some of the mailbag questions from our listeners, ranging from what Adou Thiero needs to do in order to crack the rotation, to what the Lakers' ceiling could be if they could get Kuminga & some additional defensive talent on the roster & much more. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-
What Happens Next in the Lakers Team-Building Process
Pete recaps the team’s thought process that led them to the Summer of 2026, their approach to this summer’s moves, and what the next 12-18 months of moves might look like for the franchise..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buym
Lakers Put On a Show In Vegas
The Lakers Summer League squad dominated in a pair of weekend games to open Las Vegas Summer League. The guys discuss Adou Thiero's brilliant Friday night performance, Chris Mañon catalyzing the defense, Arthur Kaluma making his case for a two-way contract, and what it all might mean for the parent club..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/la
2026 Vegas Summer League Begins
Las Vegas Summer League is here! Pete and Darius discuss what stood out to them in opening matchup between AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson, what other top rookies have stood out for good and bad reasons, and what they’re looking forward to from the Lakers squad. The guys also dive into the team’s search for a starting power forward and why a resolution could continue to drag out..Join Pete on Offs
Kuminga or Bust?
Pete and Darius discuss the Walker Kessler trade being officially announced, and break down whether their thoughts on the deal have changed in the time since the deal was first reported. And then later the guys dive into the latest round of reporting on the mutual interest between the Lakers and Jonathan Kuminga, the intricacies of what a deal could look like, what potential alternatives could be
Lakers Sign Kevon Looney
The Lakers signed Kevon Looney to a vet minimum deal on Tuesday. The guys discuss his strengths & weaknesses, how a completely different approach to the 5 position indicates a stylistic change in the offense, how the team’s perimeter defenders don’t match their bigs, the possibility of Jaden Hardy sticking on the roster, and more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: htt
Cameron Carr Shines at California Classic
The guys discuss the three Summer League games the team has played so far, with a focus on Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero, and the players on two-way contracts..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Y
Rui to the Clippers
Rui Hachimura will reportedly sign with the Clippers on a two-year contract. Pete and Darius discuss his departure and what it means for the team, and get into the decision to move on almost entirely from the players who made up last season’s rotation. And then later, the guys discuss the work the Lakers still need to do this summer and the mechanisms they still have at their disposal to improve t
Ayton Traded
The Lakers offseason rolls on with a trade of big man Deandre Ayton who was traded to the Wizards in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two 2nd round picks. Pete and Darius discuss what the Lakers accomplish with this deal, the hole it opens up at backup center, and much more. And then later the guys discuss the Lakers reported interest in Jonathan Kuminga to fill their need at power forward, his
Rui Returning?
After settling down from the Lakers’ flurry of free agent signings on Wednesday, Pete and Darius dig deeper into the moves the team made, why they believe there’s been a groundswell negative response to the moves, whether those opinions impact their own optimism, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss what moves the team still needs to make to round out the roster and why they believe a R
Lakers Acquire Kessler, Grimes, Sexton and Mamu
After a slow first night to open free agency, the Lakers reshaped their roster in a single morning, executing a sign and trade for Walker Kessler and then signing Quentin Grimes, Colin Sexton, and Sandro Mamukelashvili in free agency. Pete and Darius react to all the moves, and discuss each player’s skill sets and fit on this newly formed Lakers roster..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg
LeBron's Gone
Hours before free agency begins, LeBron James has informed the Lakers he will play for a different team next season. Pete and Darius react to the news, detail how they believed this was a more likely outcome than had been reported, reflect on LeBron’s time with the team and how meaningful it was, and dive into what comes next for a Lakers team that has one more big hole to fill in free agency now.
2026 Free Agency: Wings & Forwards
With NBA free agency set to open, Pete and Darius discuss the Lakers needs on the wing at guard and forward next to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. Who are their preferred options? How should the Lakers balance unrestricted vs. restricted free agents? Should they look to trade for a solution? The guys answer these questions and more by diving into specific targets for the Lakers to look at. .Join P
Is Jalen Duren an Option?
With reports of rocky negotiations between the Pistons and restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, Pete and Darius discuss whether Duren could be an option for the Lakers’ needs at that spot. And then later, the guys dig into further reporting on what led to Austin Reaves receiving a max contract, and what is going on in the negotiations between LeBron James and the Lakers..Join Pete on Offside!
Lakers Draft Cameron Carr
The Lakers traded up one spot to draft Baylor swing man, Cameron Carr. Pete and Darius discuss Carr falling to the Lakers pick, his overall game and the positives that pop on tape, where he still needs to improve, how he can help the Lakers in the short and long term, and much more. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast
Lakers Re-sign Austin Reaves
Austin Reaves has reportedly agreed to a 4-year max contract to stay with the Lakers. Pete and Darius react to Reaves’ new deal, what it means for the Lakers cap situation and team building now and moving forward, the added pressure a deal like this adds to the front office to improve the team this summer, and much more. .Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbu
Final Thoughts Before the Draft
Mike Garcia joins Pete to give his final thoughts on the 2026 Draft, including his perspective on Dailyn Swain, Isaiah Evans, Ebuka Okorie, Jayden Quaintance, the unexpected players he’s hoping might fall to the Lakers pick and #25, whether trading up or down is worth it, and more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-s
Calm Before the Storm
With the reports that a Giannis trade is close that he will either end up in Boston or Miami, Pete and Darius discuss the rumored trade packages from each team, which one they prefer, how the Lakers could fit into any of these deals after the fact, and more. And then later the guys discuss the early free agency deals the Suns, Hawks, and Thunder have made and how those could impact the Lakers as w
Building Out Depth
After focusing on the Lakers trying to get the best top-end talent in free agency, Pete and Darius pivot to discuss how the Lakers can build out the depth on this team, what traits they’re looking for in role players, why players on minimums and lower value deals are so important, how the draft plays into this idea, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https:/
Summer of ’26
Pete & Darius discuss the team’s most important offseason in years, amidst reports that they’ve been targeting this summer as their chance to put a title team around Luka..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/l
Freak On A Leash
After additional reporting on the ongoing contract discussions between Walker Kessler and the Jazz, Pete and Darius continue their discussion on the Lakers possible interest in the big man as their center solution in free agency. And then later, the guys check in on the Giannis trade chatter around the league and where the Lakers could fit into all the moving parts, if at all. .Join Pete on O
Could the Lakers Get Walker Kessler?
With reports that Walker Kessler is frustrated with how his contract negotiations have been playing out with the Jazz, Pete and Darius discuss the possibility of the Lakers acquiring the restricted free agent, why the Jazz’s roster and payroll could allow him to change teams, whether a trade or free agent signing would be more realistic, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/
Knicks Win 2026 NBA Championship
The New York Knicks are the 2026 NBA champions! Pete and Darius reflect on how they did it, their path to building out this roster and the takeaways from building through trades, Brunson’s brilliance and being the exception to the rule of small guards leading title teams, Mike Brown’s role in getting this team over the top, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store:
Will Brooklyn Offer Austin the Max?
With reports that the Brooklyn Nets are gearing up to offer Austin Reaves a 4-year max contract this offseason, Pete and Darius discuss Reaves’ pending free agency and the possibility he gets a max offer from another team, what they would do in the Lakers shoes if presented with the opportunity to match that kind of deal, the team building realities that would come with paying Reaves a max deal, a
Miracle Comeback Puts Knicks on Verge of NBA Title
Behind the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, the Knicks stole Game 4 from the Spurs to take a 3-1 lead in their race to the championship. Pete and Darius discuss how the Knicks did it, how the Spurs helped them, why Jalen Brunson’s mid-game heroics were so crucial, OG Anunoby’s late game brilliance, De’Aaron Fox and Wemby’s second half struggles, and much more..Join Pete on Offside! https:/
Lakers Search For a Shooting Star
What if the Lakers targeted an elite shooter to slot next to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves? What would that roster build look like? Would they have enough defense to be a real contender? Pete and Darius answer these questions and more when they discuss two high-level shooting forwards as a different summer pathway the team could explore when trying to build a contender this offseason..Join Pete on
Spurs Take Must-Win Game 3
The Spurs struck back to make it a series, winning Game 3 of the Finals in New York. Pete and Darius discuss the details of the game and what stood out to them most in the Spurs victory. And then later the guys continue their discussion on Rui Hachimura’s pending free agency by focusing on his defensive fit on the team, how his role and skill set don’t always align on that side of the ball, and ho
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Pete and Darius continue their examination of the Lakers offseason priorities by discussing Austin Reaves’ and Rui Hachimura’s pending free agencies, whether both should be back, what their future salaries might be, and how the Lakers’ performance in the playoffs combined with the conference and NBA Finals impact the viability of building a contending roster around Luka with both Austin and Rui..J
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Mike Garcia joins Pete for part two of their draft preview, focusing on potential hidden gems in the second round..Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/betaLFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-storePete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroomPete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFil
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