Matter of Stats

On this week’s episode we recap the Lakers preseason games against the Bucks and the Warriors. We discuss which of the Lakers current bench players will be the biggest key for the Lakers to start the season. Plus the Dodgers make some post season history, our NFL week 6 Matter of Stats teams recaps, and our usual sports talk, news, hijinks, and more! Follow the Matter of Stats on social media: -In...

On this week’s episode we breakdown, and provide our takeaways, from the Lakers first 2 preseason games of the season (vs Minn & Phoenix). This week is also our Lakers 2024-2025 NBA season preview and prediction episode! We give our 2024/25 season predictions for MVP, COTY, ROTY, DPOTY, our NBA Finals picks, and much more! Plus our usual sports talk, updates, news, and hijinks. Follow the Matter o...

On this week’s episode we give all our reactions and takeaways from Lakers Media Day. We recap the Wolves & Knicks blockbuster NBA trade! The MLB playoffs are here, can Ohtani and the Dodgers win it all? Plus our week 4 Matter of Stats NFL teams recap, as well as our usual sports talk, stats, and hijinks. Follow the Matter of Stats on social media: -Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @Bil...

On this week’s episode we discuss: The group weighs in on who we think are the 4 best players on this Lakers team! We give our thoughts on the JJ Redick interview with Zach Lowe, including coach Redick naming the Lakers staring lineup & his secret theory on Anthony Davis. Plus the surprising starts to the NFL season, our weekly Matter of Stats NFL teams updates, and our usual sports talk, stats, a...

In this week's episode, we discuss the Lakers decision to release Blake Hinson to sign Christian Koloko, give our reactions to Bronny's apparent playing time on opening night, talk Bryce Young's benching by the Panthers, what's next for Canelo Alvarez, and recap Shohei Ohtani's historic night as he becomes the first MLB player to reach the 50/50 club! Follow the Matter of Stats on social media: -I...

This week we discuss the likely possibility of the Lakers starting the season without both Vando and Wood. How does that affect their lineup and what will the rotation look like? Plus our new segment, Three Things That… As well as our usual sports talk, updates, and hijinks. Follow the Matter of Stats on social media: -Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. -X: @MatterOfStatsP @MoS...

This week we preview the Lakers 2024/2025 schedule and some of the key matchups. We also discuss the first 10 games of the season, and predict what we think the Lakers record will be after those first 10 games. Plus our new segment, Three Things That… As well as our usual sports talk, updates, and hijinks. Follow the Matter of Stats on social media: -Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @Bi...

This week we continue the conversation on the Lakers stagnant off-season by discussing who should go, Vando or Rui, if the Lakers do make a trade before the start of the season! Plus our new segment, Three Things That…, as well as our usual sports talk, updates, and hijinks. 
 Follow the Matter of Stats on social media: -Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. -X: @MatterOfStatsP @M...

This week we talk Lakers Vegas Summer League, Zach Lowe’s comments about the Lakers and Trae Young, and an update on the Lakers coaching staff. Plus, the NBA2K25 cover athletes, the new NBA tv deals, the announcement of NBA In-Season Tournament groups, and more sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOf...

This week we discuss the Lakers first two CA Classic Summer League games, some of the possible rumored players the Lakers could still try to get, and give our thoughts on the LeBron James ESPN interview. Plus, another WNBA rookie record for Caitlin Clark, the Lakers hire two new assistant coaches, some Boxing/MMA news, and more sports news updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast...

This week, with NBA free agency underway, we debate if Rob Pelinka is fit to still be the Lakers GM & President of Basketball Operations? Plus recaps of the other free agency moves around the NBA and more sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824. • Matter of Stats YouTube...

This week we discuss the NBA draft, and the Lakers selecting Dalton Knecht & Bronny James. Plus we give our thoughts on JJ Redick’s introductory press conference and what we should expect from him this season. With NBA free agency about to begin we recap some of the latest trades and upcoming player signings. Plus, a Stanley Cup champion is crowned and more sports news and updates. Matter of Stats...

We jump on to do an emergency podcast, as the news broke that the Lakers are hiring JJ Redick to become their next head coach! Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824. • Matter of Stats YouTube page: youtube.com/@matterofstatspodcast • Intro & Outro Music Produced by Double A for B.K.E. • Sound...

With NBA free agency less than 2 weeks away, we discuss some of the biggest needs for the Lakers heading into free agency & some potential players the Lakers could look to target in free agency. Plus, NFL tampering fines get handed out, some huge injuries for the Dodgers, Trevor Lawrence gets paid, and more sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @Billy...

This week we talk about Dan Hurley turning down the Lakers head coaching job and what that means for the Lakers moving forward. Also, a new date is set for the Tyson/Paul fight, Mike Tomlin gets a new contract extension, and more sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824....

The week we preview the NBA Finals between the Celtics & Mavs, who will win and why. Also we talk some MMA, UFC 302, and Boxing. Plus, Justin Jefferson gets paid, NBA coaching extensions, and other sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824. • Matter of Stats YouTube page:...

The week we discuss the possibility of what the Lakers coaching staff could look like with JJ Reddick at the helm and if it’s a good idea. Plus, the passing of the great Bill Walton, NBA news, boxing news, MLB news, and other sports updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824. • Matter of S...

The week we discuss if the Lakers should try trading for another all star, like Donovan Mitchell, or try to keep the main core players and improve around that. Plus, can any of the other final 4 teams left in the NBA Playoffs stop the Celtics from winning the championship? As well as, the NBA MVP award, the All NBA Teams, Boxing news, WNBA news, NFL news, and other sports updates. Matter of Stats...

The week we discuss the firing of Darvin Ham and who could possibly replace him next season as Lakers head coach. Plus the NBA Defensive Player of the Year & Rookie of The Year, Tom Brady gets roasted, boxing news, and more sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824. • Matt...

The week we discuss the Lakers First Round Series loss to the Denver Nuggets. We also talk about what we feel the Lakers priorities should be this offseason. Plus some NFL draft talk, NBA Coach of The Year, and more NBA, NFL, and other sports news and updates. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @Billy...

The week we discuss the Lakers 0-2 series hole versus the Denver Nuggets, and breakdown what adjustments the Lakers will need to make to try and win Games 3 & 4. Also more awards and record breaking for Caitlin Clark & Ohtani makes more history. Plus more NBA and sports news. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @Mo...

The week we discuss the Lakers win versus the Pelicans in the 7/8 Play-In game. We also break down the Lakers 1st round playoff matchup versus the defending champion Denver Nuggets, and debate if the Lakers actually have a chance to win! Also the WNBA draft, Team USA Basketball 2024 Summer Olympics roster, and more. Plus our producer Double A joins us to talk Max Holloway's BMF title win and some...

The Lakers defeat the Pelicans to end up in the play-in, as the 8th seed, and face the Pelicans in the 7/8 play-in game for the 7th seed in the playoffs. We discuss what happens if the Lakers win, lose, and who they’d potentially play in the 1st round of the NBA playoffs. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMam...

This week we recap the Lakers back to back loses to Minnesota & GS, and where the Lakers stand now with just two games remaining in the regular season. We also discuss where our confidence level is with this Lakers team. As well as, the NCAA Basketball Championships, a no-hitter in the MLB, some NFL trades, and more NBA news. Plus other sports news and notes. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfSt...

This week we recap the Lakers 5-game wining streak, the 2-0 start of their final big road trip, and comeback win vs the Bucks. We also discuss how the Lakers will finish the final 9 games of the regular season. Along with new NFL rule changes, NBA news, Ohtani faces the media, and the start of the MLB season. Plus other sports news and notes. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmos...