Lakers Fast Break

Luka Doncic is back in the United States, and he brings along with him a slew of photos from his offseason (courtesy of Men's Health) workouts as he gets into "championship shape". Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the transformation and if an MVP-level season is in the making. They also ask, if he does reach that level for the Lakers, how good does this make the tea...

Luka Doncic is almost done playing overseas and has announced he is heading back to the United States. And what convenient timing, too, as the Lakers can offer him up to a four-year extension worth up to a reported 220 million dollars plus. The guys from the LFB share thoughts on the rumors emanating from Europe that he will accept the Lakers' offer, and what this will show to everyone about h...

The guys from lakerholics.com are back as they talk about the moves the team has made this summer. Tune in as they go over the signings of Jake LaRavia, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart, losing Dorian Finey-Smith, and where the team stands now in the Western Conference. Plus, are there any more big moves on the way, and will Luka Doncic sign an extension? Find out the thoughts of the guys as the La...

The guys from the LFB are back as they talk about the report from Grant Afseth of the Dallas Hoops Journal that Jrue Holiday is a "name to watch" for the Lakers. They ponder whether, via trade or a buyout, the move would help the team or if it duplicates a recent signing by the Lakers. Plus, they talk about another report that has Luka Doncic signing a four-year extension when eligible i...

Marcus Smart made his debut earlier Tuesday at the Lakers' UCLA Health Center in El Segundo as he was introduced as the newest member of the Lakers roster. So Gerald and Mark are pondering at this stage of his career, how much he can help the team? Should he start or be the Lakers' sixth man? Plus, Gerald talks about the Jrue Holiday rumors and weighs in with more thoughts about it. The La...

After the announcement of Marcus Smart coming to the Lakers, the team looked to solidify its roster by finalizing its two-way contracts by re-signing Christian Koloko and Warriors Summer League prospect Chris Mañon. With only one roster spot open and a veteran's minimum the only thing left available, will Rob Pelinka still be able to shape the roster even more before training camp? Find out fr...

Marcus Smart will be joining the Lakers after he clears waivers, and the guys from The LFB discuss how much this will improve their chances. Tune in as they go over the good (and bad) about Smart's recent career turns, and what he could potentially bring to the team, and why a lot of money could be riding on it. Plus, with Smart being brought into the fold, who officially got let go so that he...

According to reports from ESPN's Shams Charania, Marcus Smart has requested a buyout from the Washington Wizards and is expected to join the Lakers on a two-year $11 million dollar deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. Gerald is going live to hear your thoughts on the move, and who may the Lakers be potentially sending away in place of Smart? Marcus Smart is now a Laker. Do you like it? Do you hat...

The Lakers wrap up their summer season in Vegas with no Bronny, no Dalton, and a 106-84 drubbing at the hands of the Nuggets. Tune in as Joe and Gerald share thoughts on the Lakers' summer, who (if anyone) showed enough to make the team, and if Bronny James took a sufficient enough leap to get a look for JJ's rotation next season. Plus, what the Heck is wrong with Dalton Knecht? And what s...

The Lakers are beginning to see the end of their summer after another loss today in Las Vegas, 87-78. Tune in as Gerald shares his thoughts on the game, the unfortunate injury for NBA hopeful Darius Bazley, and what the Summer has shown him in regards to any possibilities for the Lakers on this team. Plus, did Bronny's chances for being a rotation player this upcoming season improve with anoth...

In the fallout from the dab seen all around the social media world, the guys from the LFB try to figure out if all is now well between LeBron and the Lakers organization. Tune in as they discuss about whether the good vibes shared on Monday were authentic, or does each side have a different motive at hand. Plus, with Bradley Beal taking a buyout from Phoenix with his next destination being the Cli...

Our thoughts on the Lakers and Clippers in Summer League action as Bronny James has his best performance of the summer with 17 points and 4 assists. But after him and Cole Swider, no one else on the Lakers seemed to respond with Rob Pelinka, JJ Redick, LeBron James, and several more Lakers watching as the Lakers inability to score got them in the end in a 67-58 Summer League disappointment in Vega...

The Lakers continued their Summer League journey today, relying on their veterans as they came out of the Thomas and Mack with a 94-81 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans, with good performances from NBA hopefuls Cole Swider and Darius Bazley. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, what happened to Dalton Knecht and his DNP, has Bronny improved his play this year after last...

The Lakers began their Vegas Summer League journey with a marquee matchup against the Dallas Mavericks and #1 draft pick Cooper Flagg. But the Lakers couldn't take advantage of the expected first game struggles for the rookie as Bronny James missed a game-winning jumper in a 87-85 loss to the Mavs. Tune in as the guys from the Lakers Fast Break talk about the game, Flagg's debut performanc...

With the Lakers heading to Vegas to continue their Summer League journey, the guys from the LFB break down what they're looking forward to as the NBA comes together in Sin City. Tune in as they go over how the Lakers did in the California Classic and who looks to make an impression over the next few days. Plus, we go over some of the latest Lakers rumors and innuendos on players talked about f...

The guys from the LFB are back as they discuss the teams that have been the beneficiaries of a good offseason, and the teams that might have taken a step back so far in Free Agency. What free-agent moves do we think were good? And which ones have us scratching our heads? Plus, the Lakers celebrated the July 4th weekend at the California Classic as they began Summer League. Who has balled out among...

After the free agent signing of Deandre Ayton on Wednesday, the only real news on the NBA front on day four of Free Agency was the return of Jaxson Hayes on a one-year deal. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the signing, and if more is needed to get the Lakers to be able to compete for a championship next season (and keep LeBron happy?). Plus, who are the players to watch as the N...

Center Deandre Ayton finally cleared waivers on Wednesday and agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers. Tune in as the guys share thoughts on the signing and how much better this makes the team. Plus, are there any more moves on the way? And is the team still looking toward the future, or is it still capable of making a run this upcoming season? Find out our thoughts as we talk about...

We're back on the LFB, and with another day of free agency in the books, many Lakers fans are getting upset with the direction the organization looks like it may be heading. And with a decision yet to be made by Deandre Ayton on where he'll play next, will the Lakers even be his answer? Even if it is, does he make the team all that much better? Find out the thoughts from the guys and wheth...

Welcome back for lunch as we invite our good friend and NBA Draft expert Stone Hansen on the show as he and the guys from the LFB share thoughts on what's trending in Lakers land right now. We hear Stone try to convince the audience on two of the newest Lakers acquisitions in second-round draft choice Adou Thiero and Free Agent pickup Jake LaRavia. Plus, are there other big moves on the way? W...

Welcome back to the LFB as the guys recap the day's events as we complete NBA Free Agency's first eight hours. Tune in as the guys labor over whether or not they agree with the experts that the Lakers are the big losers so far with the loss of Dorian Finney-Smith, and only signing Jake LaRavia in return. Is Rob Pelinka doing anything? Is LakerTom having a heart attack? Are the Lakers &quot...

NBA Free Agency has arrived, and the guys from the LFB share their thoughts on the players changing teams and what deals are made. Tune in as we gauge what the Lakers will do and if waiting for DeAndre Ayton clearing waivers is the answer to the Lakers' center issues. Let the spending begin as we're there for the start of NBA Free Agency on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Check out Dodgers...

Decisions have been made on the eve of NBA Free Agency, and the Lakers had two big ones being made that will affect the team's future. Check in with us here at the LFB as we go over the possibilities now that LeBron James has exercised his 52.6 million option, and Dorian-Finney Smith has declined his 15.4 million in the final year of his contract. How much can the Lakers spend in free agency?...

The guys from lakerholics.com are back as they go over the activity for the Lakers during and after the NBA Draft. They talked about the guys they picked up and if any will be ready to make a contribution. They also go into what is a very important weekend with decisions being made by LeBron James and Dorian Finney-Smith that can affect the team's salary structure moving forward. Plus, with free a...

Now that the NBA Draft is done, the guys from the LFB take a look at the draft with their thoughts on the highs (and lows) over the past 48 hours. They also touch on who the Lakers signed to exhibit 10 deals and start the projections on what teams may do in free agency starting next week. We look at which teams won and lost the week as we start another great Lakers Weekend right here on the Lakers...