Lakers Lounge

Anthony goes positional group by positional group to analyze a roster that... he actually likes quite a bit? He likes them enough to rank them as a top five group heading into next year. If he's happy, something terrible is about to happen, so let's all just enjoy this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony returns from vacation to some actual news! The Lakers have a (quite good) backup center! He discusses Christian Wood's strengths, weaknesses, and why he is available at the discounted price the Lakers were able to take advantage of. He also explains his lengthy absence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Winning Time" has become super watered down and Rosario Dawson isn't a very good Ahsoka. Aaron and Anthony react to a couple shows that they still mostly like but do wish were a bit better. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA has fined James Harden and it's making Anthony think owners have finally drawn their line in the sand that players will not cross as player empowerment has gotten somewhat out of control. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Lakers formally announcing when Kobe's statue will be unveiled, Anthony and Aaron reminisce on Bryant, marvel at Vanessa's strength, argue about Kobe v Harden, but mostly just think back on a player and person they dearly miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha (The Athletic) stopped by to discuss a feature he wrote about Austin Reaves. It's fantastic. He and Anthony talk about Reaves' meteoric rise, what drives Reaves, his fit on the Lakers, and where his ceiling might be. They also talk about why Reaves has been so successful from a basketball perspective and finish with a quick discussion about the Lakers' final roster spots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony explains what makes Austin Reaves so special and why he's confident the stellar play we've seen from him on Team USA is immediately translatable to what the Lakers will need from him this year. He also answers your questions about LeBron James' minutes and the types of players he thinks the Lakers should target when trades become a thing again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers' schedules ranks in the top five of toughest in the league as it's laid out right now but does have some stretches that can make up for those difficulties. He finishes with a couple questions from the live audience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony and Aaron continue talking about James Harden and why everyone finds themselves in the predicament they're in. Anthony says it's exactly what James Harden and Daryl Morey deserve. Also, as a listener is getting ready for their wedding, Anthony and Aaron give some marriage/wedding advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony is feeling old and cranky about the NBA releasing its schedule seemingly a game at a time. It isn't really helping anyone, he says. Aaron can't believe Anthony is whining about this now. They also start a conversation about James Harden's antics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harrison risked life and limb to explain just how uncomfortable this whole situation is, and how it is affecting everything around the league. Then, Anthony recaps the latest episode of "Winning Time" and how it helps explain events that are still playing out to this day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Harden gifted everyone what we desperately needed in the middle of August: Content! Anthony and Harrison break down the latest in the hilariously stupid saga that pits Harden against Daryl Morey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Pau Gasol entering the Hall of Fame this weekend, Anthony brought back the biggest Pau fan he knows, Daman Rangoola. The guys go through the Gasol timeline, celebrating key moments along the way and finish by discussing Pau the person. This is one of the most fun episodes we've recorded in a little while. Felicidades, Pau! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony has Pau ranked higher than most on his favorite Lakers list and explains why to Aaron. Then, the guys roast Paul Pierce for his hatred of Dwyane Wade -- which allows Anthony to rant about James Harden somehow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony opens the show with an absolutely shocking story from his drive this morning (you might have to be a parent to fully relate). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices