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Anthony Irwin

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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  • Sep 26, 2019 · 56 min

    Can You Dig It: Is this the best time ever to be an LA sports fan?

    As the Lakers and Clippers are set to embark on arguably the most exciting season for the franchises combined, Jacob welcomes Clippers fan Justin Russo to talk about load management, tampering and the LA sports scene as whole. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 25, 2019 · 34 min

    Kyle Kuzma expected to miss start of training camp

    Alex Padilla and Alex Regla talk about the NY Times report that Kyle Kuzma will miss the beginning of Lakers training camp with a left foot injury. They also discuss the Q&A Frank Vogel did where he addressed the point guard depth chart and the Lakers new 3 point shooters.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 23, 2019 · 42 min

    The 30: What are the keys to Frank Vogel's success as Lakers head coach, how LeBron James and Anthony Davis fit and how will they coexist on the offensive end, plus the best Lakers lineup. With Darius Soriano.

    In this episode, Jas is joined by Darius Soriano of Forum Blue and Gold. They kick things off by discussing Frank Vogel's recent comments on how he expects the Lakers to start the season. Darius and Jas share their thoughts on what Vogel needs to do to be successful in his first year as head coach and why getting off to a good start is key. They follow that up by getting into how LeBron James and Anthony Davis will coexist on the Lakers not only now, but over the next few years as well. Darius s

  • Sep 19, 2019 · 1 hr 5 min

    The highs and lows of being a Lakers fan in the 2010s

    The Los Angeles Lakers have won a championship every decade for the last 40 years, but they struggled to find their footing in the 2010s. Jacob and Christian break down the highs and lows of being a Lakers fan over the last nine years on this week's episode of "Can You Dig It?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 16, 2019 · 48 min

    Lake Show: Draymond Green credits LeBron James on his effort to empower athletes

    Anthony and Harrison start by discussing the new cap figures and what they mean for the Lakers' chances at superstars in the future. Then, they address Draymond Green's comments on LeBron James and player empowerment. Finally, they figure out where Byron Scott learned to cross his arms.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 12, 2019 · 30 min

    Who can the Lakers target with the Disabled Player Exception?

    After losing DeMarcus Cousins for the season, the Lakers have an exception they can use to add some talent to their roster, but who's out there that qualifies for it? Christian and Jacob sort through the short list of players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 11, 2019 · 39 min

    Should Anthony Davis play the 4 or 5 for the Lakers?

    This week Alex Padilla and Alex Regla discuss Anthony Davis desire to play the 4 for the Lakers and not the 5. They also talk about his interview with Yahoo! Sports where he said he wants defensive player of the year. The Alex's then talk about whether or not they believe Dwight Howard has truly changed this time around. Plus will Dwyane Wade be a Laker this season?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 10, 2019 · 49 min

    Lake Show -- Lakers apply for DPE for DeMarcus Cousins, Andre Iguodala's agent responds

    First, Anthony and Harrison discuss what it means that the Lakers are applying for a disabled played exception for DeMarcus Cousins and the funny report that followed, then they cover Anthony Davis' latest quotes and the bar he's setting for himself. They ended the show by opening up the iTunes mailbag. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 9, 2019 · 35 min

    The 30: LeBron's motivation for the coming season, Dwight Howard says he isn't concerned with criticism from Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal, plus Kobe doesn't want to help recruit free agents. With Marcus Fitzgerald

    In this episode, Jas is joined by Marcus Fitzgerald of Sportsnet 650. They kick things off by sharing their thoughts on NFL opening weekend. They follow that up by discussing the workout video released by Klutch Sports showing LeBron James looking lean and silky smooth during a pickup game, including Danny Green, Alex Caruso and Quinn Cook.  With LeBron using the term, "revenge season", on Instagram, Marcus and Jas discuss what would be considered a successful season for the King. Following that

  • Sep 5, 2019 · 39 min

    How will the Lakers load manage? Plus more from the mailbag

    With Jacob on vacation, Christian answers some questions from the mailbag about the offseason, Dwight Howard and how the Lakers plan on load managing their roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Sep 2, 2019 · 38 min

    The 30: ESPN gives the Lakers the fourth-best odds to win the NBA title, LeBron James and Anthony Davis' MVP odds, Alex Caruso, plus Kobe dropping 55 on Michael Jordan and the Wizards

    In this episode, Jas is joined by Ali Behpoornia of Silver Screen and Roll as well as Lakers Film Room. To kick things off, Ali and Jas discuss ESPN's preseason expert picks that saw them give the Lakers the fourth-best odds to win the NBA championship. The guys share their thoughts on if this is a fair ranking and how the Lakers stack up against the loaded Western Conference. Following that, Ali and Jas talk about LeBron James and Anthony Davis' MVP odds for the upcoming season and who could be

  • Aug 30, 2019 · 44 min

    ILYBB: Who are the most likable Lakers of all time?

    On this episode of "I Love Basketball", Sabreena once again tries to find a positive spin on this Lakers offseason, which is challenging with Sasha away on vacation. In The Machine's place, Sabreena invites a longtime Celtics fan, Joe Morgan of the Sporting News, to join the show and to figure out which Lakers transcended the historical rivalry and were still likable players for all NBA fans. They also discuss the latest update in the DeMarcus Cousins situation and how the NBA and its athletes a

  • Aug 29, 2019 · 58 min

    Is Dwight Howard still a starting-caliber center?

    Dwight Howard and JaVale McGee will battle at training camp for the starting center spot, and Jacob and Christian talk about what it would take for Howard to start over McGee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Aug 26, 2019 · 44 min

    Dwight Howard is back with the Lakers, does Anthony Davis have a shot at winning MVP, what do the Lakers need from Kyle Kuzma, and the fan reaction to Andrew Luck's retirement. WIth ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz.

    In this episode, Jas is joined by ESPN's Kevin Arnovitz. To start things off, they discuss the Lakers bringing back Dwight Howard, six years after he bolted L.A. for Houston. Kevin and Jas get into how he can best fit in with this team and the impact of playing with LeBron and Anthony Davis will have on his mindset. The guys also talk about why he has struggled to find a home in the NBA over the last few seasons and the maturity issues that have plagued him. They then do a deep dive on what woul

  • Aug 23, 2019 · 34 min

    I Love Basketball: A Ritual Cleansing of the Sins of the Past Season

    Sasha and Sabreena perform a cleansing ritual, in which they discuss every major and many minor screw ups of the past year, in the hopes of approaching the oncoming season with renewed hope and clarity. Hope you enjoy wading into the swamp and rolling around in the mud. Just jokes — we know you do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Aug 22, 2019 · 45 min

    Which big man should the Lakers sign to replace DeMarcus Cousins? -- Can You Dig It?

    With Christian on vacation, Jacob was joined by Honi Ahmadian of Lakers Outsiders to discuss the main hole in the Lakers’ roster right now: Which center should replace DeMarcus Cousins after he injured his ACL? Jacob and Honi debated the merits of the four names the team has been connected to, as well as revealing who else they think the team should look at if they expand the pool of players they’re choosing from.  After that, the two previewed Jordan Caroline as the podcast continues to take a