Late Night Lake Show

Claire De Lune of The Guardian and tiny deaths joins Ricky for a wide-ranging, hilarious, and surprisingly deep Lakers conversation. They break down the 17–6 start, Luka’s MVP-level takeover, Austin Reaves’ leap into All-Star territory, and what LeBron’s latest ramp-up actually means for his future. From locker-room stories to artist comparisons — including Queen, Freddie Mercury, and 50 Cent — Cl...

A quick Ricky Rant on LeBron’s streak ending, Austin Reaves dropping 44, Rui hitting the buzzer-beater, and NBA trolls proving once again they don’t know ball. Five minutes of truth, perspective, and petty justice. Twitter: @LateNightLakers Instagram: LakeNightLakeShow https://www.itsdribbles.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affil...

Mark Walter has officially taken control — and wasted no time firing Joey and Jesse Buss. This episode breaks down the why, the fallout, and what it means for the future of the franchise. We also hit: • Lakers surviving the Jazz 108–106 • Luka’s takeover performance • Ayton’s knee injury and what it means long-term • Lakers’ defense showing real identity • NBA Cup group play — Lakers vs Clippers T...

Ricky and Jody react to the Mavericks firing their General Manager, Nico Harrison and the Lakers HOT 8-3 start.  Twitter: @LateNightLakers Instagram: LakeNightLakeShow https://www.itsdribbles.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to join the conversation or invite us to your...

The Lakers are 2–1, but the drama’s already elite. Luka opened the season like a created player with every slider maxed — until injuries hit. Austin Reaves dropped 51, 11, and 9 and made “Hillbilly Kobe” a real thing. Ayton finally showed life down low, and the NBA just got rocked by its biggest gambling scandal in decades — with coaches, players, and the mob all tangled up. Ricky and Kwame are jo...

The Lakers open the 2025–26 season without LeBron James, who’s out with sciatica for at least the first month. That means Luka Dončić officially runs the show — and the pressure is on. In this episode, Ricky and Kwame break down what life without LeBron looks like, whether JJ Redick’s calm approach will keep the team afloat, and how guys like Austin Reaves, Gabe Vincent, and Deandre Ayton can step...

The Lakers are 0–2 in the preseason, but JJ Redick isn’t worried — and maybe that’s the point. In Episode 206, Ricky and Kwame dive into the early storylines shaping the 2025–26 Lakers: 🏀 Topics Covered: The “Patience Plan” — Are slow starts part of Redick’s blueprint or a real concern? Bench Auditions — Vincent, Vando, Knecht, and R.J. Davis making early cases for rotation spots. Ayton’s Identit...

For once, Lakers Media Day didn’t feel like damage control. No coaching hot seat. No “trade everybody” chatter. No chaos about roster overhauls. Instead, the vibe was calm, confident, and focused — a clean reset button in L.A. JJ Redick set the tone with a brand-new extension and talk of “standards.” LeBron James admitted the finish line is “sooner than later,” while making it clear the process st...

The Late Night Lake Show is back with a stacked Episode 204: 🚨 Clippers Scandal — Pablo Torre breaks news of alleged under-the-table payments to Kawhi Leonard, with the New York Times confirming an NBA investigation. Could this be the league’s biggest scandal since Donald Sterling?  🌍 Luka Dončić’s EuroBasket Run — Luka is dominating overseas and firing up Slovenia. Will his summer reps sharpen...

We’re officially 35 days away from Lakers Media Day, and the storylines are starting to heat up. This week on Late Night Lake Show: 🟣 Jovan Buha reports the Lakers are unlikely to extend Rui Hachimura before training camp — is it a smart cap move or a misread of his value? 🟡 Luka Dončić is cleared and dominating for Slovenia in EuroBasket prep — how does international play impact his first seaso...

Back in June, Austin Reaves walked away from $89 million - and with the dog days of summer upon us, it's the perfect time to unpack why this might be the smartest move in Lakerland. We break down why AR turned down the extension, what he could be worth in 2026, and whether the Lakers can afford to lose another homegrown talent. Plus, Luka's physical transformation has Slovenia buzzing ahead of Eur...

Luka Dončić signs his massive $165M Lakers extension, setting up the franchise's next decade. We break down the deal's implications, his record-breaking jersey sales, and how the Lakers are positioning for Giannis in 2027. Plus: Warriors-Kuminga drama and our Lakers City Edition jersey rankings. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview of the Episode 00:44 Luca Doncic's Contract and Jersey Sales 0...

Ricky and Kwame are back on LNLS to break down the BIGGEST Lakers developments you need to know about! 🔥 THIS EPISODE: Luka Dončić's incredible transformation - that Men's Health cover hit different wheny ou with the purple and gold. With extension talks on the table, what does it mean for Luka and his Laker future?  LeBron staying put - why the King ain't going nowhere and how we need to appreci...

Lakers got smacked. No energy. No adjustments. 7 assists from your top 3 guys? Embarrassing. Ricky and Kwame break down teh mess, praise Vando, and call out everyone else. Game 2 better look NOTHING like this. Subscribe, rate, and follow us @LateNightLakesShow Available on all major podcast platforms Twitter: @LateNightLakers Instagram: LakeNightLakeShow https://www.itsdribbles.com Discover our fa...

Join Ricky, Jody, Kwame and some special guests as we watched the Lakers take on the Pelicans on Playback!  Twitter: @LateNightLakers Instagram: LakeNightLakeShow https://www.itsdribbles.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroup Want to join the conversation or invite us to your plat...

The Lakers made a blockbuster move, landing Luka Dončić in a shocking trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas. In this episode, Jovan Buha joins us to break down the immediate impact of the deal, the vibe inside the Lakers locker room, LeBron’s outlook, and what this trade means for the NBA Trade Deadline. Plus, we analyze how this move shifts the league landscape heading into the final hours befo...

Ricky & Kwame give their instant reactions to the blockbuster trade between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks centering around Anthony Davis and Luka Doncic. Twitter: @LateNightLakers Instagram: LakeNightLakeShow https://www.itsdribbles.com Discover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/...

 In this episode of Late Night Lake Show, we dive into the latest NBA trade deadline buzz, breaking down which teams need to make the biggest moves. We also fix All-Star Weekend with fresh takes on the new format. Then, it’s all about the Lakers—evaluating their biggest needs, grading their season so far, and assessing the competition in the West. Enjoy! Twitter: @LateNightLakers Instagram: LakeNi...

Join Ricky, Kwame, Jody, Phil, and Ethan (behind-the-scenes) as we kick back and watch the Lakers take on the Kings! Topics covered: Lakers' current state, trade options, and houghts on the NBA All-Star game—plus, what’s up with the NBA ratings? It’s the ultimate mix of hoops talk and barbershop vibes. Don’t miss this playback episode! 🎙️🏀 🔗 Subscribe now: https://www.playback.tv/latenightlakesh...

Ricky and Kwame break down the first half of the Lakers vs. Jazz game live on Playback , diving into Lakers injuries, potential trade options, LeBron’s incredible longevity, Wembanyama’s impact, and the state of the Western Conference. Want to join the conversation next time? Subscribe to our channel and never miss a broadcast! 🔗 Subscribe now: https://www.playback.tv/latenightlakeshow 🎧 Listen,...

In this episode of Late Night Lake Show, the crew dives into early rotation changes for the Lakers, debating D'Angelo Russell’s move out of the starting lineup and the benching of Max Christie. The show opens with Headlines Around the League, where we discuss the Cavs’ impressive 12-0 start and whether they can sustain it to break through the struggling Eastern Conference, along with the Bucks’ se...

In this episode of Late Night Lake Show, the crew dives into early rotation changes for the Lakers, debating D'Angelo Russell’s move out of the starting lineup and the benching of Max Christie. The show opens with Headlines Around the League, where we discuss the Cavs’ impressive 12-0 start and whether they can sustain it to break through the struggling Eastern Conference, along with the Bucks’ se...

WE BACK!!!!!! In this episode, the LNLS Crew of Ricky, Kwame, and Jody break down the Lakers' upcoming season, analyze key roster moves, and make bold predictions for the NBA's biggest storylines. Join us as we dive into the Lakers' expectations, potential roster changes, and predict the 2024 Western Conference Finals and NBA champion. -- » Subscribe to Late Night Lake Show: ​⁠@LateNightLakeShow »...

In this episode of the Late Night Lake Show, Ricky and Alex react to the Lakers hiring J.J. Redick as their new head coach. We discuss our immediate reactions and key questions: How will he feature Anthony Davis and LeBron James? Why do the Lakers have different expectations for J.J. after just hiring a rookie head coach in Darvin Ham? We also explore potential coaching staff options and whether t...

The Lakers head coaching search takes an unexpected turn as sources reveal to Woj that the Lakers are preparing a massive offer for UConn's Dan Hurley. Join us on this episode of the Late Night Lake Show as Ricky and Alex react to Adrian Wojnarowski's breaking news from Thursday morning: The Lakers' decision to target Dan Hurley Coach K deja vu? Was the J.J. Redick reporting a smokescreen? Would a...