Lakers Fast Break

Joe Soro is back as he previews the Lakers and Knicks on Thursday plus he continues his thoughts on the Lakers, Dodgers, and more! And XBOX and Gerald stop by to share the fun as we talk about sports, food, and life. We also take out Twitch Trolls on the latest Nightcap right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW! Wish List it here: https://store.steampowered...

The Lakers continue the homestand (and their continued placement at 2nd in the West) with a matchup against the New Orleans Pelicans. And with LeBron James blasting by the never-approached record of 50,000 points with another sparkling performance (34 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists) coupled with Luka Doncic rounding into form (30 points, 15 assists) and some spirited play from Jaxson Hayes (8-8, 19...

Joe is back as he talks about how the Lakers can maintain the momentum and stay in 2nd place in the Western Conference. Plus, while Gerald is away at YouTube's Copyright School, Empire Jeff stops by as they talk about the Lakers and Dodgers. Can Joe take some shots? Find out with your Lakers Nightcap on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW! Wish List it here: ht...

The Lakers on Sunday night finished off the double at the Crypt against their arch-rival, the Los Angeles Clippers. And just like on Friday, the short-handed Lakers overcame injuries, and a slew of turnovers, to lock in another good team defensive performance as Luka Doncic (29 points) provided the key plays in a 108-102 victory over the Clippers. Tune in as we recap the game, and check in to see...

The Lakers head into March with so many questions, injuries, but hope as the team continues to make its drive toward a high playoff seed in the Western Conference. Tune in as the lakerholics.com guys share opinions on what has gone right, and if the Lakers can make a move sooner rather than later. The Lakerholics are here and they're part of a great Lakers Weekend right here on the Lakers Fast...

After the tough game on Thursday, the Lakers once again hit the Crypto court, this time without Rui, as they face the Clippers in the first of two straight matchups at the Crypt. But leave it to birthday boy Luka Doncic (31 points) as he, LeBron James (28 points, 13 rebounds), and another spirited defensive performance gave Luka a birthday present with a 106-102 victory over the Clippers on Friday...

The Lakers look to continue their winning ways as they invite the Minnesota Timberwolves into the Crypto.com Arena on Thursday night. Boosted by a dominating 33-17 first quarter performance, the Lakers got just enough from LeBron (33), Austin Reaves (11-12 at the FT line 23 points), and combined 30 rebounds from Luka Doncic and James to stave off the T-Wolves and regain 4th place in the Western Co...

For much of the season, the Lakers' defense under coach JJ Redick had been a source of frustration for fans, as the team's efforts continually had them languishing in the lower defensive rankings in the NBA. But since January 14th, the Lakers' tides (and effort) on the defensive end have turned and since (even without AD) have become one of the top defenses in the NBA. What has happened? And can i...

The Luka revenge game is here as Luka Doncic and the Lakers meet up against the Dallas Mavericks for the first time since the historic trade Tuesday night at the Crypto.com Arena. And while all the attention was on Luka's triple double (19 points, 15 rebounds, 12 assists), it was again another masterclass defensive performance with a touch of LeBron James (27 points, 12 rebounds) and Austin Re...

Joe and Sean are back as they talk about the NBA including the disappointments in Philadlephia in Pheonix, what's hot around the league, and more! Plus they preview the big game for Luka Doncic as he faces his old team the Dallas Mavericks at the Crypt on Tuesday night. We go around the NBA with Sean and Joe with some NBA Observations right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Joe's new...

Fresh off the great victory in Denver, Joe Soro looks to celebrate as he talks about what went so right and how it may be a precursor for the future of the Lakers. Tune in as he, Gerald, and Empire Jeff share thoughts on what the victory could mean for the Western Conference landscape and how a title run this year may not be totally out of the question. The Lakers' big win in Denver means it&#...

The Lakers on a Saturday night on prime time national television face off against the Nuggets in Mile High City. And with their finest team defense on display against Nikola Jokic, the Lakers had four players score over 20 points led by an emphatic Luka Doncic 32 as he single-handily shut down all the Luka haters in a decisive 123-100 victory to cool off red-hot Denver. With tonight's victory...

Time to bring out the drinks once again as we have another nightcap with Joe Soro. Tune in as he and Gerald from the LFB preview Saturday's Lakers-Nuggets game and what needs to happen in order for the Lakers to get the victory. Plus what does Luka Doncic need to do to win over the naysayers still complaining over the trade from Dallas? Grab a sip of the bubbly with Joe Soro as we preview the...

The Lakers head up to Portland to face the Blazers on the second of a back-to-back looking to get off their losing ways against sub-.500 teams. And despite not having Luka and Vando, the Lakers got a combined 72 from LeBron (40) and Austin Reaves (32) to propel the Lakers to a 110-102 victory over Portland. Tune in as the guys from the LFB have their own unique take on the game, what was enjoyable...

The All-Star Break is over and it's time to get back to the court as the Lakers face off against the Charlotte Hornets at the Crypt. But the Lakers never seemed to shake off the rust as they shot under 30% from 3 on 51 attempts, and the Lakers got punked by the Hornets 100-97. Lakers parlayed a terrible third quarter Tune in as we share thoughts on the game, how Luka did in his third try weari...

Gerald, Joe Soro, and Empire Jeff are pondering what the future for Luka Doncic will be amidst all the questions and concerns of our audience and Lakers fans. They share their thoughts on why the trade was the best thing to happen for the team, how LeBron may fit into all of this, and what the eventual outcome may be for Luka and the Lakers. We look into the crystal ball at what Luka Doncic can do...

The All-Star Break is almost over and the guys from the Lakers Fast Break take a look at what's trending (including the Lakers) around the NBA as we get back into some NBA action. Tune in as Alfred Ezman and Legend stop by to share thoughts on the league, some all-star game reflections, and opinions on what may be up ahead for the league as it gets into the busiest part of the season. They sha...

With LeBron James sitting out the All-Star game for the first time in twenty years, the question remains as we continue to hear about his foot and ankle soreness is if he will be ready to answer the bell when the games start back up this Wednesday. Tune in as the guys from the Lakers Fast Break speculate if he'll take some additional time off, and whether Luka Doncic is ready to pick up the sl...

The guys from lakerholics.com are back as they talk about the Lakers as they stand fifth in the Western Conference at the All-Star Break. They talk about the early returns on Luka Doncic, what the Lakers still need, and what to expect for the rest of this season. The Lakerholics are back and they're keeping you company during the All-Star Break as part of a great Lakers Weekend and the Lakers...

With the All-Star break here and the Lakers taking a much-needed break (except LeBron), we think it's time to catch up with our thoughts on how the season has gone so far. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on how this team has fared and if it has underwhelmed, or gone past what we thought they would do. We detail why the team is where they are, and if a title looks more reachable...

The Lakers finish off the schedule before the All-Star break with a stop in Salt Lake City versus the Jazz. But it appeared as though most of the Lakers were thinking about their vacation time on the break as their offense and defense took the night off in a 131-119 drubbing to the Jazz. Tune in as the guys from the Lakers Fast Break share thoughts on the game, how Luka did, and what's upcoming fo...

The Lakers, after the fallout from the Mark Williams debacle, looked to the buyout market and signed seven-footer Alex Len earlier today. Tune in as the guys discuss the signing, and if he can provide any help to the team's weakness at the center position. Plus we give you an update on who won't be playing in Utah when the Lakers play the Jazz on Wednesday before heading to the All-Star Br...

The Lakers and Jazz met on Monday night but the big reveal was the debut of Luka Doncic as he and the Lakers took to the court to face Utah. While everyone at the Crypt came to see Luka in his Lakers debut (14 points), it was Rui Hachimura (21), Austin Reaves (22), and LeBron James (24) who pushed the hot pace early and often as they built up to a 30-point plus lead and then cruised to a 132-113 v...

It's a Super Bowl afterparty, and Lakers Luka Doncic preview as Joe Soro stops by to share thoughts on both big games. Tune in as he, Gerald, and EmpireJeff gives thoughts on Luka debuting in a Lakers jersey (most likely) tomorrow against Utah in the Crypt, AD's (latest) injury, and how Mavs fans are even MORE pissed, and he shares thoughts on the Eagles making Gumbo out of the Chiefs in N...

The LA Lakers and Charlotte Hornets trade for Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht has been canceled. The Lakers were sending out Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, an unprotected 2031 1st round pick, 2030 pick swap to the Hornets for Mark Williams. According to Shams Charania from ESPN, Mark Williams' physical with the Lakers showed multiple issues and the team failed him on the exam, sources tell ESPN....