Lakers Talk with Mike Trudell

Andy and Marcas take a dive into the Tyler Herro-Bam Adebayo Summer League drama. Aaron Donald was reportedly spotted at the Rams practice facility. What are the chances that Donald makes a comeback for the 2026 NFL season? Marcas answers the question ... if the Dodgers keep playing at a lackluster level, will it come back to haunt them when teams get hot? Marcas has an unpopular Toy Story opinion...

It's Andy Kamenetzky and Marcas Grant for Friday's edition of Destination For LA Sports. We start the show discussing Shohei Ohtani's recent injury and decision to sit out the MLB All-Star game. Marcas breaks down what this means for the Dodgers. NBA Summer League is officially underway -- Andy is impressed with Cameron Carr's play with the Lakers. Jonathan Kuminga's is a name that has been circul...

It's Beto Duran and Marcas Grant for Thursday's edition of Destination For LA Sports. The guys react to France's World Cup quarterfinal win over Morocco. Marcas gives Producer Khassim a history lesson on MLB legend Ricky Henderson. Beto asks why we don't see players like Henderson in the baseball today. We take a trip down memory lane and revisit some of Beto and Marcas' favorite baseball personal...

We start the hour with basketball content creator Jake Blazona, joining the show. He breaks down how he helps hoopers grow at the game of basketball. Jake says the Lakers' 2026 first round draft pick, Cameron Carr, is the steal of the draft. He also takes a deep dive at his game and how he can fit in with the Purple and Gold. Jake believes Walker Kessler is a great pickup for the Lakers, he explai...

Beto and Marcus continue breaking down the Dodgers-Rockies series, swap stories about no-hitters, spotlight athletes from Alaska, revisit the early days of fantasy sports, discuss why superstar talent doesn't always lead to success, and share the must-visit stadiums every sports fan should experience. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Beto and Marcus recap Beto's first-ever baseball broadcast, his experience at broadcasting camp, and the latest on the FIFA World Cup. They also break down what's gone wrong with the Angels, provide updates on the Dodgers-Rockies game, and Beto shares his experience competing in a 40-and-over basketball league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell and Chris McGee discuss whether the Lakers' newest additions can embrace their roles this season. Then, Lakers legend Robert Horry joins the show to talk about his NBA career, free agency, developing young players, and his most memorable clutch moments. Plus, Trudell revisits Horry's iconic game-winning three-pointer against Sacramento. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastc...

Mike Trudell and Chris McGee react to Team USA's disappointing loss to Belgium, dive into what Kevon Looney brings to the Lakers, and welcome Lakers legend Mychal Thompson for a can't-miss conversation. Plus, Trudell shares his snacks and gives his thoughts on Cameron Carr’s performance during the California Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell and Beto Duran bring Wednesday's edition of Destination For LA Sports. Trudell and Beto react LIVE to the USA vs Bosnia and Herzegovina opening knockout round match. Trudell is LIVID over Senegal's loss to Belgium in their Round of 32 match. Beto recaps the seismic free agency moves that the Lakers made today. How good will Walker Kessler and the latest signings be in Purple and Gold?...

Trudell and Beto react to USA Soccer advancing to the Round of 16 to face Belgium in the World Cup. Trudell breaks down how the Lakers pulled off the Walker Kessler deal. He also explains what L.A. is missing after all their free agent signings. Producer Deondre asks Trudell what to watch for in USA's match against Belgium ... He gives his pros and cons. Beto and Trudell answer rapid fire question...

Hour 2 of Lakers Talk started with Trudell going up and down the Western Conference to see what teams have got better or worst than the Lakers in the last week based on their moves. Plus, ESPN Senior NBA Reporter Ben Golliver called in to give Trudell an update on all the free agency news and what he thinks will happen with the Lakers in the next few days. Then, "Mr Soccer Head" Trudell talked abo...

With the start of NBA Free Agency less than 24 hours away, Mike Trudell, who's solo, addressed all the rumors with LeBron/Lakers/Warriors and if it could be a real possibility. Plus, how is Ja Morant going to work in Portland? Then, ESPN's Dave McMenamin called in to give us the word on LeBron, DeAndre Ayton, Marcus Smart and another All-Star that could talk to the Lakers in free agency, Jalen Dur...

7:00 Marcas and Beto talk about friends who try and attend the World Cup games every 4 years and the logistic planning it takes. Mexico scores a goal against Czechia! Beto celebrates with his vuvuzela. Marcas gives currents scores of the World Cup games being played at the moment. 7:15 Mexico scores another goal to go up 2-0 versus Czechia! Marcas gives updates on all current World Cup games and t...

6:00 Beto Duran and Marcas Grant start the show talking about Austin Reaves. Beto takes a quick detour and brings up "Baywatch" so he, Rebecca, and Marcas reminisce about the show and try to explain it's success to the younger Deondre. The guys get back to Austin Reaves and wonder if next season would be better for him if he went to a different city. 6:15 The guys start talking about the World Cup...

Mike Garcia from the BBall Index called in to talk about the various prospect that the Lakers could be after at the 25th pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Then, some very unexpected breaking news as the Julius Randle moves from Minnesota to Brooklyn in a 3-team trade. How does that effect the Lakers? Trudell and Geeter talked about it. And, more trade rumors with the Lakers involving Herb Jones/Trey Mur...

Mike Trudell and Chris McGee opened up the show with speculating where Giannis Antetokounmpo could land by the end of tomorrow night as reported by ESPN's Shams Charania. Plus, Trae Young opting out for another deal is something that could help Austin Reaves in his contract talks with the Lakers. Then, ESPN's Senior NBA Reporter Ben Golliver called in to talk about what he thinks will happen with...

Anthony Irwin joins to discuss LeBron’s future with the Lakers and what contract fans would accept. Andy breaks down how the Dodgers continue winning despite a growing injury list, while Blake Harris talks Mookie Betts, Nicolas Cage’s appearance at Mookie’s charity event, and whether the injuries will eventually catch up to LA. Plus, Andy tries to figure out the Nick Cage–Mookie connection and why...

Andy takes over to preview the Mexico vs. Korea showdown and the excitement building around LA. Plus, Mike Garcia breaks down potential Lakers draft picks and offseason targets, Mike Trudell joins to talk World Cup action (and his son's unfortunate injury), and Andy wraps up with what the Dodgers must do to survive their growing injury issues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...

8:00 Andy brings up that the public discussion of the Lakers and LeBron leads him to believe that LeBron will be staying. The guys talk about all of the contract possibilities. 8:15 Marcas and Andy continue to discuss LeBron James contract negotiations. They also talk about the future makeup of the team, including Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. They also talk about Walter Kessler's social media po...

7:00 The guys talk Dodgers and the pressure that Kyle Tucker is feeling and his contract. Will Smith, Mookie Betts, and Kyle Tucker have been in a slump. Marcas says the role players have been the ones keeping the Dodgers where they are. 7:15 Happy birthday to Kendrick Lamar. Laura lists off the many other Gemini's in the hip hop community: Notorious B.I.G., Ice Cube, Busta Rhymes, Andre 300, Laur...

Mike Trudell and Geeter discuss potential NBA offseason moves and how teams may adjust to a more mature Victor Wembanyama and could LeBron end up in Golden State. Plus, Pepe Mantilla joins the show for a fun crossover debate, matching every NBA team with its World Cup nation counterpart. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Trudell and Chris McGee react to the Knicks winning the NBA championship. Trudell and Geeter rank the last eight NBA title teams, and Ben Lyons joins the show to break down what the championship means for New York and the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congratulations to the Mexico team! Beto starts the show on what it means to represent the Mexico game. He admits how he's not the biggest soccer fan, but the World Cup is different. Khassim is behind the board tonight and Beto wants to know if he has his gear ready. Plus, Young Deondre stops by to discuss game 4 of the NBA Finals. Gustavo Arellano is a columnist for the Los Angeles Times. Gustavo...

Geeter started the second hour comparing one of the young Spurs to a young Kobe.  Then, the Athletic's Dan Woike called in to talk NBA Finals and what happens with Austin Reaves in the next few weeks.  Plus, talk on TWO very big Laker anniversaries and also, what happens with Giannis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris McGee goes at it solo, as Mike Trudell is out for his wife's bday and kids' little league game.  Trudell did call Geeter to talk NBA Finals and his absence.  Plus, is Austin Reaves worth the max?  Geeter thinks so if the Lakers want to keep him.  Then, 3-Time Champion Danny Green called in to talk NBA Finals with Geeter and his memories of playing on the 2020 Lakers "Bubble Title" team.  Lea...