Lakers Fast Break

LeBron James had his "Second Decision" on Tuesday, and it was in fact...wait for it...an ad for Hennessy vodka. The guys from the LFB (Gerald, Legend, and Joe Soro) are here to talk about what a waste of time this was, what an act of bad faith this was to the Lakers fans, JJ Redick's offensive comments on the whole thing, and what the fallout has been from it. They share their disgus...

Calif Poncy with the New Century Press and The Suave Report stops by to share some thoughts on the season ahead for the Oklahoma City Thunder. Calif goes over how set the team is for the road ahead and if a back-to-back championship season is in order. Plus, does Calif think that the Lakers pose as a credible threat to the Thunder in being able to win two in a row? Find out as we stop with the cha...

Chris Lebron from the Off The Ball podcast returns as he takes a look at the season ahead for the New York Knicks. He and Gerald go over the head coaching change to Mike Brown and if that will ultimately catapult NYC into the NBA Finals picture. Chris goes over the possible lineup and rotation changes we may see, and if that could be their key to success this season. All this and Chris lets you kn...

So with the Lakers having a week off before their next exhibition game, YOU KNOW all wouldn't stay quiet in Lakers land. And no, it wasn't because of Bronny's birthday, no, no! It was Daddy LeBron who supposedly has something to say, as a decision will be made with a mysterious announcement to be revealed on Tuesday. Tune in as the guys from the LFB share thoughts on what it could be,...

David Grubb from The Bird Writes and Hard In The Paint Sports Media shares thoughts on the New Orleans Pelicans and what their future for this season may hold. He goes into depth on the state of the team and if Zion Williamson can still be the superstar the Pelicans need. He also has an opinion or two on Western Conference rival the Los Angeles Lakers and if both teams will find their way to the p...

The Lakers' second stop in the preseason had the team headed to Northern California as they faced off against the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center. And the Lakers did come out with a very solid first half without Austin, LeBron, and Luka, as the Lakers held their own against many of the Warriors' key rotation players. But in the third quarter, as more backups came in, the Lakers g...

Chris Hine from The Minnesota Star Tribune and the author of "Ant: The Incredible Journey of NBA Rising Star Anthony Edwards" stops by in part two of our look at the Minnesota Timberwolves! As someone who wrote extensively about Anthony Edwards, Chris shares pointed thoughts on where he is in his career and if he can take (and the T-Wolves) that next step toward a championship. Plus, he...

Alex Kirschenbaum from Sports Illustrated and The Sporting News stops by to share thoughts on the season ahead for the Milwaukee Bucks. Alex goes over what the future might entail for superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo and whether he's going to be staying for the short or long term with the team. He also talks about the arrival of Myles Turner and what he brings, what other players have him inter...

The Lakers are back in action as they face off against the Suns in their first preseason tilt in Palm Springs. And with a limited number of players, the team looked like they still need more work in training camp after getting pummeled from the start in a 103-81 loss to Phoenix. Tune in as the guys from the LFB have some thoughts on the team with LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Marcus Smart, and wh...

Miami Heat reporter for Clutch Points, Zachary Weinberger, stops by to share thoughts on what's going on at South Beach and their outlook for the season. Check in as he talks about the bumpy road ahead with Tyler Herro's status (out for several weeks with an injury), a possible resurgence for Bam Adabayo after a lost season, and what possible direction the team has for the present and the...

Dr. Joshua Greer from Fox Sports, Last Word On Sports, Sports Illustrated, and NILvana Sports is here with Gerald as they discuss the season ahead for the Memphis Grizzlies. They go over the new look for the team in the wake of the offseason trade of Desmond Bane, and how that will show itself out on the court. Joshua also gives some pointed thoughts on Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., and the pro...

Jared Knobloh from Sports Illustrated and The Sporting Tribune stops by in part two of our look this season at the Los Angeles Clippers. Jared shares thoughts on how the team may be affected by the current Clippers drama, and how that may overshadow what many have called a very competitive team in the Western Conference. He does get into what moves the Clippers made in the offseason, and if it&#39...

The LFB is back, recapping the day for you after day one of Lakers training camp with a round of news and notes that made it far more interesting than what was shared during Media Day. Check in as Gerald updates you on the status of LeBron and other key players and how their work in camp may not come as quickly as expected. Plus, Gerald has an update on the Jonathan Kuminga contract situation, and...

Iliyan Lakhani from Clipperholics on Fansided sits in with Gerald as they go over the Kawhi drama and how that might affect the upcoming season for the Clippers. How does Iliyan feel about what the Clippers did transaction-wise during the offseason, and what kind of run the team can make if they get the "all clear" from Adam Silver? Plus, he has thoughts on the cross-town Lakers and how...

Lakers Media Day arrived on Monday with the quotes a'flyin' and the Tweets a'tweetin'. So the guys from the LFB try to weed out any of the Lakers-speak to see if anything important was actually said. The focus, as always, goes to LeBron and what he talked about (retirement?) during today's presser, plus what Luka and the other Lakers had to say from El Segundo as well. Media Da...

Mueez Azfar from Yardbarker and The Last Word On Sports is back as he gives his unique perspective on the Indiana Pacers for this season. Check in as he describes just how the season might still have some hope despite the loss of Myles Turner and the devastating Achilles injury to Tyrese Haliburton. He goes into detail about who will step up in place of TH and if Indiana has any chance of making a...

The Lakers Media Day and Training Camp are this week, as all the NBA teams get prepared to start another season. Tune in as the guys look at what questions Coach JJ Redick will be trying to answer in the days leading up to their first game against Golden State. We'll look at what position battles will take place and if coming out of camp and the six-game exhibition season, the Lakers will be r...

Robert Land of Houston Sports Talk is here, going over with Gerald the great expectations the team has in their drive for a possible championship this season. They go over the acquisition of Kevin Durant and what that will do for their offense, the possibility of Amen Thompson taking another step toward stardom, and how the signings this summer helped to bolster their roster. Plus, Robert shares s...

Legend from I Got Next Sports Media returns to preview the Golden State Warriors! He reviews the ongoing saga with the team regarding the Jonathan Kuminga negotiations, what the Steph-Butler-Green trio can still accomplish now that all are over 35 years old, and what other players on the roster can step up to keep the team competitive in the Western Conference. He again provides more thoughts on t...

Jamie Sweet from lakerholics.com is back as he and Gerald discuss the recent comments from JJ Redick and Rob Pelinka. Plus, what is to be expected next week with training camp? Training camp is around the corner, and we're looking forward to it right here on the Lakers Fast Break podcast! Follow Dripshow @dripshowshop on Instagram and buy his custom products today! Check out Dodgers baseball o...

Our NBA Team Previews continue with Bryce Simon of Motor City Hoops, and the Pistons Pulse and Game Theory Podcasts stepping in to talk about the Detroit Pistons! Listen in as he and Gerald go over one of the fast-rising NBA teams and how the Pistons can take the next step in the Eastern Conference. They go over Cade Cunningham's possible elevation to the next level in superstar status, the te...

Yes, we're back, much sooner than expected, because earlier today, Team President/GM Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick had their annual get-together with reporters ahead of training camp and the upcoming season for the Lakers. While we thought it would not bear much interest, there WERE some interesting tidbits to take away when it comes to an extension for JJ Redick and comments made about LeBron Jam...

Cool McCain from Play Callers Sports Talk Radio returns to the show to talk about the very high aspirations of the Denver Nuggets. Tune in as he and Gerald talk about the very active offseason in Denver, and if those changes mean that the Nuggets are that much closer to a title this season. Plus, Cool talks about whether he thinks the Lakers are still one of the main hurdles for Denver reaching th...

With the Lakers' training camp just days away, Lakers reporter Jovan Buha has been consistent with his opinions on what he believes the Lakers' starting lineup should be. But are Joe and Gerald feeling the same way? Or something different? Find out what the LFB thinks the Lakers should roll out as their starting lineup (at least) for the beginning of the season, and if they could see thems...

The Dallas Mavericks are front and center on our latest NBA Team Report, as Grant Afseth from the Dallas Hoops Journal, Sportskeeda, Research Ground, Ballislife, and Newsweek checks in to share his thoughts on how the team fares heading into a season where Kyrie Irving's status on his return still remains a mystery. They go over the talented roster to see what rotation might fit, and how #1 dr...