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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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46:32

Lakers Talk HR 2: Qualified Robin?

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/12/12

Could Austin Reaves the "Robin" to Luka's "Batman?" Andy and crew wondered. Plus, Producer D thinks that Jared Vanderbilt is "unplayable" on this Lakers' team as currently constructed. Then, Andy reacted to the Rich Paul/Max Kellerman podcast where Rich said the Lakers "aren't contenders." And, "Crunch Time" with talk on Kobe's record breaking card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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57:02

Lakers Talk HR 1: Defensive Issues

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/12/12

Andy Kamenetzky started the show with thoughts on the Lakers blowout loss to the San Antonio Spurs. Then, what's really wrong with the defense? Andy tried to figure it out. Also, The Athletic's Dan Woike called in to talk about the Lakers defensive woes and what he foresees for the immediate future, roster wise. And, Andy is worried a little about Marcus Smart's minutes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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50:18

Lakers Talk HR 2: What's Wrong With Rui

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/12/04

Hour 2 began with the question: What's wrong with Rui Hachimura? Andy and crew speculate. Then, Giannis reportedly asked for a trade from Milwaukee before the season started, so the crew wondered if the Lakers can pull off the trade. And, the Clippers let go of Chris Paul in a shocking move, so Andy and crew reacted. Plus, a Elden Campbell memoriam in "Crunch Time"Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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54:56

Lakers Talk HR 1: Looking Tired

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/12/04

The show started with Andy Kamenetzky reacting to how tired the Lakers looked a couple days ago in their 3rd game in 4 nights. Then, Andy moved to "Stat Padding-Gate" with the talk that LeBron was "stat padding" to continue his double digit streak. Locked On Raptors' host Sean Woodley called in to preview Lakers/Raptors and some other Eastern Conference news. And what effect does Marcus Smart have on the Lakers? Andy explained. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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50:35

Lakers Talk HR 2: Killer Usage

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/27

The 2nd hour started with Andy's concern for Luka Doncic's usage during the 1st quarters. Then, some calls with an interesting name that Lakers fans want on the team, Phoenix's Dillion Brooks. And, does the starting lineup need to change even though the Lakers are off to a 13-4 start? A-Kam thinks so. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the Top 10 NBA moments of the 21st Century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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49:59

Lakers Talk HR 1: Tide Has Changed

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/27

Andy Kamenetzky started the show reacting to the Lakers beating the Clippers behind Luka Doncic's 43 points. Plus, could the Lakers win another NBA Cup? Andy thinks they could win another. Then, Harrison Faigen from SB Nation called in to talk about the Lakers 13-4 start and "turning the corner" on the feelings behind the DeAndre Ayton signing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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47:40

Lakers Talk HR 2: Fitting In

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/18

How will LeBron fit in when he comes back? Andy and crew tried to figure out how the Lakers will use the King when he returns. And, A-Kam said that LeBron should try to mimic a certain Golden State Warrior on defense when he returns, most likely vs the Utah Jazz. Then, "Crunch Time" with the happenings in Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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53:48

Lakers Talk HR 1: A Near Return

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/18

The show started with Andy Kamenetzky wondering what will LeBron James bring to the table, since he's reportedly going to be back tomorrow at home against the Utah Jazz. Also, Andy thinks LeBron will have to ramp up his conditioning because he hasn't played all season yet. SB Lakers' Mike Garcia called in to talk about what impact (if at all) will Rookie Adou Theiro will have on the team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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47:57

Lakers Talk HR 2: Messy In Texas

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/12

Dallas Mavericks General Manager (and the guy that traded Luka Doncic to LA) Nico Harrison got let go by the Mavs, so Andy K wondered why it took so long. Also, Andy found a parallel to the Nico firing to something that happened to the Lakers almost 13 years ago to the day. Plus, what is a "One Hit Wonder?" Andy and crew talked about it. Then, "Crunch Time" with everyone's favorite "Drunk Uncle."Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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54:17

Lakers Talk HR 1: Looking Good So Far

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/12

The Lakers are off to a 8-3 start so far to the regular season, even with lots of injuries, so Andy Kamenetzky thinks the team can still get better as the season progresses. Plus, everything is MUCH easier when Austin Reaves is in the lineup. Ryan Stiles of "Locked On Thunder" called in to talk about the 10-1 World Champion OKC Thunder and how they are just "smoking" every team they play so far this season. Also, a preview of the big Lakers/Thunder game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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35:31

Lakers Talk: Better Than Expected

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/11/05

With the unexpected wins in the past week without LeBron, Austin and Luka, Andy Kamenetzky thinks there isn't such thing as a "scheduled loss" for these Lakers. Who is Nick Smith Jr, the newest Lakers sensation? Andy talked about his background. Plus, Producer Deondre "eats crow" about DeAndre Ayton's play with the Lakers. Then, a preview of Wemby coming to town for Lakers/Spurs.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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51:56

Lakers Talk HR 2: New Boss

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/30

Andy opened up the 2nd hour of Lakers Talk talking about the Lakers' new owner, Mark Walter, and how the sale will affect the look of the team, especially with Jeanie Buss. Then, Karin Abcarians, from Silver Screen and Roll, called in to talk about her impressions of the Lakers after the first week of the regular season. Plus, will Luka come back sooner rather than later? Andy thinks so from the reports we got about Luka before the win in Minnesota. And, "Crunchtime" with thoughts on MJ's new

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54:41

Lakers Talk HR 1: First Week Impressions

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/30

The Lakers opened up their season with an impressive 3-2 record so far without LeBron and now Luka, but Andy Kamenetzky really loved the win in Minnesota vs the Timberwolves, who knocked the Lakers out of the playoffs last season. Then, Andy praised Austin Reaves, who is the talk of the NBA world right now with MVP, All-World stats through the 1st week of the regular season. Then, Drew Hill, from the Daily Memphian, called in to help Andy preview Grizzlies/Lakers. And could Rookie Adou Thiero

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52:02

Lakers Talk HR 2: Manning The Middle

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/20

Hour 2 started with Andy and the crew wondering why DeAndre Ayton doesn't get to the line enough, despite being a "pretty good" at the free throw line. "Light Years" Podcast host Sam Esfandiari came on with Andy to help preview tomorrow night's season opening Lakers/Warriors matchup and his thoughts on the Jonathan Kuminga saga. Then, Andy and crew discussed the new book coming out that talks a lot about Russell Westbrook's time with the Lakers. And, "Crunch Time" with a discussion on MJ's 3rd

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55:32

Lakers Talk HR 1: It's Starts For Real Now

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/20

With the Preseason over for the Lakers, Andy Kamenetzky looked at what was good and bad for the Lakers during those 6 "tune up" games. One thing that Andy really liked was that every potential member of the rotation looked "good or better" except for Dalton Knecht. Then, The Athletic's Law Murray about if he's surprised that Gabe Vincent is the starter with LeBron out for the next month and expectations for Luka Doncic in his first full season with the Lakers. Plus, talk on Jaxson Haynes possibly

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53:48

Lakers Talk HR 2: Finally A Good Look

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/13

With news that Luka Doncic will play vs Phoenix in his first preseason game, Andy thinks we will get a full look of how things could go in the regular season sans Lebron. Lakers Nation's Matt Peralta came on to talk about what he's seen the first 3 Preseason games and what he expects from DeAndre Ayton in the middle this season. And, how does the LeBron story end with the Lakers? Andy had his thoughts. Plus, "Crunch Time" with the Giannis-to-LA rumors starting up. Learn more about your ad

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54:50

Lakers Talk HR 1: The Next Level

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/13

Andy Kamenetzky started the show commenting on how Austin Reaves looks like a guy who took another "step in his development." Then, Andy mentioned he's relieved that the Lakers announced Luka could play in "1-2 games" in the last week of Preseason. SB Nation's Raj Chipalu called in to talk about "Austin's jump" and his thoughts on how the Lakers will handle being without LeBron for a month. Plus, should Jared Vanderbilt get the start? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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52:32

Lakers Talk HR 2: New Man In The Middle

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/07

Andy thinks "lots of eyes" will be on former #1 draft pick DeAndre Ayton, especially since he will be playing with playmakers like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. And, LeBron sent out a very, very interesting tweet that EVERYBODY has an option on what it could be. Andy and the crew put on their "detective skills" to figure out what LeBron is trying to tell us. Plus, Producer D brought up a very interesting topic in Dalton Knecht. And, what is the greatest name in NBA history? The crew talked about

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50:54

Lakers Talk HR 1: Looking Different

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/10/07

Andy Kamnetzky started the show marveling at how Jared Vanderbilt looks already in the first 2 preseason games and wondered if he should be inserted in the starting lineup. If Vando doesn't start, who should? Andy gave his input. Then, Jacob Rude from Silver Screen and Roll called in to give his impressions for the first 2 preseason games and who he thinks should be the starting 5. Plus, Gabe Vincent looked good vs the Warriors and Andy thinks a good and bad thing. Learn more about your ad

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48:55

Lakers Talk HR 2: He's Ready

Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky ·

2025/09/30

Hour 2 started with Andy's interview with one of the newest Lakers, Jake LaRavia, during Lakers Media Day. Plus, Producer D has a major problem with what LaRavia and DeAndre Ayton said earlier today at Media Day. Then, a replay of new Laker Marcus Smart on Mason and Ireland. And, how many players have played for the Boston Celtics and the Lakers? Andy and crew tried to answer.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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