Lakers Fast Break

The Detroit Pistons stop by the Crypt for their one and only West Coast matchup against the Lakers. But the Lakers after a successful week couldn't keep the good season greetings in their favor as 20 turnovers and poor defense were more than what a good shooting Laker team and LeBron James (28-point Triple Double) could handle as once again a physical Detroit team has their number in a 117-114 los...

Joe Soro is back as he shares thoughts on the Lakers winning time in Sacramento, and if it will parlay into a strong Christmas week for the team. Plus Joe shares thoughts on the sports world as only he can as we return for a nightcap on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Get NBA League Pass 40% off today with our affiliate link: https://nba.sjv.io/3eVLjX Joe's new game Coreupt is OUT NOW! Wish List it...

The Lakers behind another great LeBron performance ( 32 points) pulled off the doubleheader in Sacramento with a 103-99 win over the Kings. Tune in as the guys from the LFB debate with the audience if the winning can continue, if it can stay consistent through the end of 2024 and beyond, how the defense has become a calling card for their winning ways, and if the team should still seek an alternat...

The Lakers are back in action as they face off against the Kings in the first of a back-to-back in Sacramento. And despite shooting 40% from the field, the Lakers found their true strengths in getting to the line (25-30) and playing a newly found tough defense (outrebounding the Kings 53-43 and forcing 15 turnovers) that got the Lakers ahead early and were the reasons for a strong fourth quarter a...

The LFB crew is back as the guys preview the back-to-back in Sacramento against the Kings, discuss Darvin Ham's recent comments, talk about the best NBA rule changes, and ask if Rob Pelinka will have an itchy trigger finger when it comes to making a trade. Plus Joe Soro has a major announcement regarding his new video game Coreupt (link below) and when it will become available for gamers, and what...

The guys from the LFB are back as they reflect on the Lakers no longer being the reigning NBA Cup champions. Plus they talk about the NBA Cup and how the numbers for the NBA ratings-wise are not going in the right direction. All this and Some thoughts from Joe and Sean about the Lakers upcoming road trip in Sacramento, and if the team has a chance to finish above .500 by the end of 2024. The NBA C...

Joe Soro returns with "MagicMan" Sean Grice to talk about the Lakers win on Sunday and what's up ahead for the team in Sacramento. Tune in as he also discusses the recent LeBron absence, and if there are any moves the team can make that will better the team's chances. Plus all the Joe sports stories to wet your pallet as he gets into discussions with Sean that will bring back the great memories of...

The Lakerholics solved the case of the vanishing LeBron as Mr. James returned to the lineup on Sunday as the Lakers faced off against the Grizzlies at the Crypt. And with Lebron back in the lineup, the Lakers stormed out to a fine-tuned first half as a newly found defense propelled them to an 18-point halftime lead. And thanks to Anthony Davis (40 points, 16 rebounds), the Lakers had just enough i...

The crew from lakerholics.com are back and amidst the turmoil of the Lakers losing ways, LeBron James has decided to take a leave of absence for personal reasons. But what could actually be behind it? Tune in as the guys speculate on what it might be, and why the Lakers season continues to crumble after their latest loss in Minnesota. Plus you know LakerTom has some trade targets in store, is it j...

The Lakers return to action after several days with a game in Minnesota against the Timberwolves. But despite the Lakers having four days off, the absence of LeBron James for personal reasons greatly affected the team's play as an early ten turnovers (21 overall) in the first quarter never allowed the Lakers to catch back up as poor shooting and offense led to a 97-87 loss in Minnesota. Tune in as...

In what should have been a quiet week, the news cycle still revolves around LeBron James. With the news that despite almost a week off, LeBron James is once again sitting out a game, this time for Friday's tilt against Minnesota. Tune in to find out what the guys are making out of this current saga, and if it means his time as a Laker (or even an NBA player) could be done sooner than people think....

LRob from the Lakerholics is back as he, Joe, and Gerald discuss LeBron not being available for personal reasons and if there is a larger meaning to his absence? Plus we talk about the curious decision for Bronny NOW playing G-League road games and is there a fix out there for the Lakers that LRob sees happening? LRob is back and he's ready for a snack pack on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! (Pleas...

The guys are back as they contemplate what many of you are asking if there is a deal GM Rob Pelinka can make that put the team on a more competitive path. Tune in as we go over the deals that have been talked about. Does the recent announcement of Jimmy Butler change our minds? Is there a trade in the works for the Lakers? Find out our thoughts on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Get NBA League Pass...

With the Lakers having a roller coaster of a season at 13-11, the LFB guys share thoughts on whether the ride will continue, or if the team has what it takes to get off and start climbing back up the standings. Plus, with a few days off before their next game in Minnesota, can the Lakers regroup and find some semblance of success before the end of 2024? All this plus some NBA Observations as Legen...

The Lakers limp home after a very tough road trip to find the tanking Trailblazers waiting for them in a matchup on Sunday night. But with big performances from Anthony Davis (30 points, 11 rebounds, 5 blocks), Rui Hachimura (23 points, 3-5 on 3's), and D' Angelo Russell (28 points, 14, assists, 5-6 from three), the Lakers were able to get a comfortable lead in the second half before the scrubs lo...

The guys from lakerholics.com are back as they discuss the current losing ways for the Lakers and if they can turn it around. Tune in as they go over what has gone right, what has definitely gone wrong, and if it can be fixed before the season mercifully ends. The Lakers are at a low put but can some holiday words from the Lakerholics crew save the day? Find out when they stop by right here as par...

The Lakers finish off a disappointing road trip with a final stop in Hotlanta to face the Hawks. And despite bounce-back performances from both LeBron (39 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists) and Anthony Davis (38 points, 10 rebounds) the porous defense was once again a key as the Lakers got winged by the Hawks in overtime, 134-132. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on the game, and if t...

With emotions running high after another devastating defeat, the 12-10 Lakers head over to Atlanta to complete their four-game road trip. But as heads are hanging low, could the upcoming schedule provide some hope the Lakers can get on the right track? Or can the Lakers depend on some of the other teams in the Western Conference to go through the same troubles? Tune in as the guys from the LFB sha...

The Lakers went to South Beach on Wednesday night as the team continued its road trip from Hell as they faced off against the Miami Heat. But despite LeBron returning somewhat to form (29 points), the Lakers got clubbed early and often as they got thumped once again this week, this time by Miami 134-93. Tune in as the guys from the LFB lament over today's dismal performance, and what signs this co...

After his dismal performances in recent games, Father Time might be finally catching up to the soon-to-be 40-year-old LeBron James. Should coach JJ Redick's comments on LeBron's planned 82-game schedule be a hint some load management is needed in the near future? Plus, there's more bad news for the Lakers on the injury front with Jarred Vanderbilt plus we take a look around the league as well. All...

The Lakers on the second of a back-to-back head to the Target Center to face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves. And the Lakers looked every bit like they were playing in a back-to-back as their tired start to the game had them behind the eight ball to Minnesota, the T-Wolves never looked back in a 109-80 thrashing of the exhausted Lakers. Tune in as the guys share thoughts on the game, and if...

The Lakers start out on a four-game road trip as their first stop is in Salt Lake City to face against the Jazz. And despite never really distancing themselves from the Jazz, the Lakers got just enough from Anthony Davis (37 points, 11 rebounds) and LeBron James (27 points, 14 assists) as the Lakers held off the feisty Utah Jazz 105-104 to go to 12-8 on the season. Tune in as the guys share though...

It's Black Friday and the Lakers are back in NBA Cup action as they face off against the Thunder at the Crypt. And despite getting killed on the offensive boards (15 for OKC) and turnovers (17), the Lakers still had opportunities to sneak out a win against the Western Conference-leading Thunder. But OKC still found ways to succeed despite a poor shooting day as their defense rode them to a 101-93...

The Lakers were looking to get back on the winning track as they faced off against the Spurs in San Antonio on the second of a back-to-back. And with Coach JJ Redick fixing his mistake of not having Dalton Knecht in the starting lineup, the Lakers came out and put together a strong four quarters to get a comfortable 119-101 victory over the Spurs. Tune in as the guys from the LFB (including a retu...

The Lakers continue their NBA Cup journey with a matchup in Phoenix against the Suns. After a competitive and close first half, the Lakers once again came out to the 3rd quarter with another zero effort as a 75-40 second half got them smoked by the Suns 127-100. Tune in as the guys share thoughts on the game, and what's up ahead for the Lakers after Tuesday's game. All this and Joe on the Nightcap...