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Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky

ESPN Los Angeles

This is a Lakers town, and Andy Kamenetzky is getting you closer to the team during Lakers Talk weekly on ESPN LA 710 and the ESPN App.

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42:47

Finally A Trade

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2023/01/24

The Lakers finally made a trade, but not the trade that everyone was expecting as the Lakers traded Kendrick Nunn to Washington for Rui Hachimura. Sliwa reacts as he thinks Rui is "exactly what the Lakers need." Sli also thinks with this trade, the Lakers can vault to the Top 6 in the Western Conference. Also, Allen talks about what the Lakers are going to be missing from the departing Kendrick Nunn. Then, Sli previews the huge matchups this week against LA Clippers and the Boston Celtics. Learn

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43:10

Report Card Time

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2023/01/18

Sliwa opened up the show giving his assessment of Darvin Ham's 1st half as the Lakers Head Coach. Sliwa thinks he's doing a good job despite on the injuries with the team and the way he's handling Russell Westbrook. Plus, reaction to the Shams Charania report that Anthony Davis could be back "a few games before the All-Star game." Also, Sli thinks the Lakers are "a move away" from really contending in the West. And, LeBron is just "on another planet" these days with his insane stats. Learn more

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49:57

Halfway Through

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2023/01/11

With the Lakers playing their 41st game and officially at the halfway mark, Sliwa gives his assessment on how the team did in the 1st half of the regular season. He thinks they fell short of his expectations, but injuries had a lot to do with the slow start. Plus, an update on Anthony Davis, who is expected to return sooner rather than later. And, will the Lakers finally make a trade with this comments from LeBron about the roster? To talk more about AD's possible return, LeBron's comments and his

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53:27

Speechless

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2023/01/04

Sliwa started the show marveling at what LeBron James is doing right now, basically carrying the Lakers the last week and a half without Anthony Davis. Plus, Allen thinks is a crazy that LeBron is playing with this pace at minutes per game after just turning the age of 38. Then, Sliwa reacts to the injury update that Anthony Davis provided before the Lakers' win in Atlanta against the Hawks. Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane came on to talk about his thoughts on changing the roster, LeBron's incredible

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52:29

The Worst Happens

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/12/21

Sliwa starts off the show reacting to the big news coming from the weekend: Anthony Davis will be out infinitely because of a right foot injury. And, more reaction to other players being out including LeBron James and Russell Westbrook. Plus, what does AD's injury do for the Lakers on the trade front? To talk more about this and other NBA things, including the sale of the Phoenix Suns, is ESPN's Brian Windhorst. Also, a look ahead to the Christmas matchup against the Dallas Mavericks and the 5-game

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48:30

Good but Not Great

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/12/13

The Lakers go 3-3 on their 6-game road trip and Sliwa thought they did played a lot better that he thought they would. Also, Sliwa thinks the 5-game stretch is very important with the Lakers matching up against 4 possible playoff teams. And with the Lakers playing better lately, do they still need to shake-up the roster? Sliwa gave his take on the topic. Then, Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane to talk about what he saw from the team on their road trip and if he thinks the roster needs to be changed. Plus,

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48:57

The Conversation Changes

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/12/06

With the Lakers starting off their 6-game road trip 2-0 with a great win over the Milwaukee Bucks, Sliwa thinks the perception around the Lakers is starting to change. Also, talk on Anthony Davis, who might be the frontrunner for MVP right at the moment. Plus, Sliwa goes over the trade possibilities for the Lakers in the next month or so, as players that signed over the Summer can start getting traded on December 15th. To talk more about potential roster changes and AD getting the better of Giannis

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49:38

Tough Loss

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/11/30

The Lakers lose a close game where they blew a 17 point 4th Quarter lead vs the Indiana Pacers last night, and Sliwa still had a "bad taste in his mouth" about it. Is LeBron the blame for last night's loss? Sliwa wondered. Also, Sli thinks AD should be the focal point of the offense from here on out. Plus, the Athletic's Jovan Buha called in to talk about how AD is used within the Lakers' offense and the trade value of Patrick Beverly. And, the Lakers have a very tough schedule ahead. Learn more

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44:29

Better Basketball

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/11/22

The Lakers are on a 3 game win streak after starting the season 2-10, and Sliwa thinks there is "better basketball" from the Lakers ahead. Can AD keep up his dominate numbers? Sli wonders if Anthony Davis can put up these numbers against a playoff team. Also, Spectrum's Mike Bresnahan called in to talk about why the Lakers are playing better lately, how Lonnie Walker as been a big surprise, and what to expect vs Phoenix. Then, Sliwa talks about the importance of the Lakers' role players. Learn more

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51:03

Quiet Presence

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/11/15

Anthony Davis had 37 points and 13 rebounds in the Lakers' win vs the Brooklyn Nets, but Sliwa thinks he didn't "feel his presence" during the game. Sli maintains that AD needs to be a "Top 10 player every night" for the Lakers to be a real contender. Plus, Allen reacts to the news that the Lakers could be a "full strength" in Friday's matchup vs. the Detroit Pistons with news that Thomas Bryant and Dennis Schroder could be back on the floor. Then, Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane called in to talk about

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49:21

Slow Start

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/11/09

The Lakers have started their season off to a 2-8 record so far, and Sliwa looks at positives/negatives with the team through the first 10 games. What's working according to Sli? Russell Westbrook playing off the bench. Also, with his recent play, could the Lakers trade AD? Sliwa gives his "two cents." Plus, The Athletic's Jovan Buha called in to talk about what he think is wrong with the Lakers and what they could potentially do in the next 10-15 games involving the roster. Then, Sliwa talks about

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47:45

The First One!

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/11/01

The Lakers finally got their first win of the 2021-22 regular season, beating the Denver Nuggets, so Sli had all the "good/bad" from the first W. Plus, reaction to Russell Westbrook's move to the bench and if the experiment will work. Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane called in to talk about the 1-5 start, his thoughts on Russ coming off the bench and if Myles Turner/Buddy Hield make sense for the Lakers. Then, Sliwa outlines the next week for the Lakers and if people should be concerned about Anthony

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45:39

3-Game Sample Size

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/10/25

The Lakers are 0-3 and Sliwa talks about why and how they are starting the season off winless. And, Sliwa tries to answer the question of 2022: What to do with Russell Westbrook, trade him or send him home? Then, The Athletic's Jovan Buha called in to talk about what he seen from the Lakers in the 1st week of the regular season, including the positives starting with their great defense and the play of the AD/LeBron combo. Also, Allen talks about the "high interest" from the Lakers about Charlotte's

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45:00

Finally Here!

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/10/18

The grind of the 82 regular season is about to start and Sliwa has you ready with all things Lakers leading up to their first regular season game vs the Golden State Warriors. Sliwa give us an update on Russell Westbrook's and Dennis Schroder's status for the regular season opener. Also, Sli gives his impressions of the team after their 1-5 Preseason. Plus, Allen reacts to the FiveThirtyEight prediction that the Lakers will go 32-50 this season. And, Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane comes on to talk

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46:29

Getting Closer

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/10/11

The NBA's regular season starts in a week and Sliwa is getting ready! He starts off the show with his observations of the Lakers thus far 2 weeks in to the Preseason. And, what will the starting lineup look like? Sliwa speculates. Plus, thoughts on Lakers GM Rob Pelinka's contract extension and if was "deserving." Then, Dennis Schroder got introduced (again) as a member of the LA Lakers, so we took a listen to his presser. Also, predictions on the last 2 preseason games. Learn more about your ad

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46:29

Off And Running

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/10/05

The first Preseason game is in the book and Sliwa is here to react. Sli talks about what he saw from the Lakers' loss to the Sacramento Kings in their first Preseason game, including how the Big 3 played and other surprises. Then, is Russell Westbrook going to make it to the regular season roster? Sliwa tries to figure out the one question that's been stumping Laker Fans all Summer. Also, Lakers' Nation Trevor Lane called in to talk about his first impressions of the Lakers and how he thinks this

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55:19

The Vibe was Different!

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/09/27

Allen was at Lakers Media Day and shares his thoughts on how different it was compared to last year. Lakers basketball is back, and with media day being today we're that much closer to the season starting. This season does feel and look different, the Lakers don't have the vet names they had last year but they do have young talent. Russ had an interview with Woj and had some interesting things to say, will he continue to be a Laker? Plus, Jovan Buha from The Athletic joins Sliwa and they both react

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58:00

Welcome Back Dennis

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/09/20

Sliwa starts off the show reacting to the Lakers and Dennis Schroder "reuniting" after a year apart. Sli wonders how Dennis, Pat Beverley, and Russell Westbrook (if he's around) could all work together on the floor. Then, Silwa took some calls on what Laker fans think of the Schroder signing and other offseason things. Also, reaction to Jordan Clarkson's comments about how if the Lakers kept all their "young crop," that they wouldn't have been so successful. Plus, is Russell Westbrook a Top 22 point

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54:57

What He Really Wants

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/09/13

Sli opens up the show talking about ESPN Ramona Shelburne's new report that Russell Westbrook "wouldn't mind" moving on from the Lakers, but doesn't want to get his contract bought out. And, are the Lakers ready to "play ball" with Utah Jazz involving some of their players? Lakers Nation's Trevor Lane called in to talk about his thoughts on the Westbrook/Pat Bev pairing, if Russ can just go back to "being Russ" and the upcoming preseason, which is just 3 weeks away. Plus, Sli is very, very

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57:35

Tough Guy Intro

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2022/09/07

Sliwa is back from his vacation, as he get right in to replaying Patrick Beverley's introductory presser from earlier today. Then, Sli reacts to Coach Darvin Ham's comments about possibly playing both Russell Westbrook and Beverley in the backcourt. Plus, The Athletic's Jovan Buha gave us the scoop from the presser and what Darvin Ham has in made when it comes not only to Russ/Pat, but the whole roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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