Matter of Stats

This week we recap the Lakers significant losses to the Warriors and Kings and their win versus the Hawks. We also discuss if this is the most disappointing Lakers season in the LeBron era. Also, March Madness begins, Aaron Donald retires, the Dodgers start the MLB season in Korea, and more. Plus other sports news and notes. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. •...

This week we recap the good and the bad of the Lakers past week. Including big wins vs the Bucks and the Wolves, as well as the disastrous loss to the Kings. Also, what will the returns of Vando and Vincent mean for the Lakers. We also discuss some of the latest NFL free agency moves, the upcoming Paul / Tyson match, and the Joshua / Ngannou fight. Plus other sports news and notes. Matter of Stats...

This week we break down the Lakers recent play and discuss the magnitude of their upcoming 8 game stretch. We also debate whether the Lakers should be prioritizing life with LeBron or without LeBron this summer. Also, Caitlin Clark makes NCAA basketball history, LeBron adds to his own NBA history, and more. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATm...

This week we discuss the Lakers 1-2 post All-Star break start, their upcoming slate of tough games, and if this Lakers team has a realistic chance to win in the playoffs with Darvin Ham. Also, Steve Kerr gets an extension, extracurricular activities in the Heat/Pelicans game, Ohtani’s Dodgers debut, and more. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @A...

This week we preview the Lakers start to the 2nd half of the season as they come out of the All-Star break. We also talk about who the possible 3rd star could be that the Lakers might be looking to add this summer. We also recap the 2024 NBA All-Star weekend along with more NBA news and rumors. Plus other sports news, and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @Bill...

This week we discuss the Lakers 3-game winning streak, their latest new starting lineup, the addition of Spencer Dinwiddie, and if this team has finally turned a corner. We also recap Super Bowl 58, the NBA trade deadline, and the unveiling of the first Kobe Bryant statue outside of Crypto.com and more. Plus other sports news, and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosP...

The trade deadline is here! On this week’s episode we discuss what we think, and hope, the Lakers will do by this week’s NBA trade deadline. We also break down the Lakers 3-game winning streak, and their 4-2 Grammy road trip. We also give you our Super Bowl predictions! Plus more NFL & MLB news, and some potential big Wrestlemania news. Along with other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats I...

In this week’s episode, we discuss the Lakers recent double-overtime win and back-to-back losses. We also discuss what the priorities should be for this Lakers team, and what problem areas they should they be looking to fix first. Also, the Super Bowl is set, more NFL coaching hires, plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (...

In this weeks episode, we discuss the Lakers recent play/loss to the Clippers, if a Dejounte Murray trade could help us win a title, if trading Austin Reaves to get Murray would resurface Alex Caruso regrets, if Darvin Ham is on the hot seat now due to the abrupt coaching change in Milwaukee, and who we have going to the Super Bowl vs. Billy's Lions! Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of...

This week we discuss the Lakers last three games. Plus we’re at about the half way point of the season, and is this year’s team actually any different than last seasons team was at this point in the season? Also, a new head coach in New England, where will Bill Belichick go, the NFL 2nd round playoffs, more NBA trades, injuries, and more. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Insta...

This week we discuss the Lakers recent stretch of 4 straight losses and then back to back wins. We also talk about what the Lakers biggest needs are as we head towards the trade deadline. Also, a College Football National Champion is crowned, the NFL playoffs are set to begin (we give our predictions), and the upcoming Ngannou and Joshua fight, and more. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matte...

This week we discuss the Lakers struggling end to December, and as we head into 2024, is Darvin Ham on the hot seat? We also talk about the Knicks & Raptors trade, the upcoming College Football National Championship game, and the possible return of Conner McGregor. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as T...

This week we discuss the Lakers 2-6 record since the In-Season Tournament, their Christmas Day loss to the Celtics, and if their current struggles can be fixed. We also talk about the Dodgers signing of Japanese star pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto. And whether the Wilder / Joshua fight is now in jeopardy. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1...

This week we give our final thoughts on the NBA In-Season Tournament and what it means for the Lakers. We also take a deeper dive into the Dodgers signing Shohei Ohtani, and what his contract means for their World Series chances. Plus other sports news and headlines. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714...

Recap of the Lakers becoming the first ever NBA In-Season Tournament Champions and winning the inaugural NBA Cup. Also, the LA Dodgers signing MVP Shohei Ohtani to a record setting contract. Matter of Stats Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. • X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824. • Matter of Stats YouTube page: youtube.com/@matterofstatspodcas...

Ryan Dyrud of ESPN 1090 “The Mightier” & the LA Football Network joins us this week to talk some college football and some NFL!             This week we discuss what went wrong this season for USC & UCLA, the controversy over the college football final 4, the future of the college football playoffs, the Rams surprising season, the Chargers continuing struggles, and more. We also discuss Bronny Jam...

This week we discuss the Lakers road struggles after their blowout loss in Philly, another record for LeBron, some boxing news, and our weekly NFL update. We also talk discus whether or not AD can still be the 2nd best scorer for the Lakers, if they want to compete for a championship. Plus other sports news, headlines, and more. Make sure to follow us (Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @...

This week we discuss the Lakers recent hot streak, the In-Season Tournament, and the some of the 2023 MLB season awards. We also discuss the LaVine & Caruso trade rumors, and if the Lakers need to make a move to add more scoring. Plus other sports news, headlines, and more. Make sure to follow us (Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP...

Joining us this week for some combat sports talk is our Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu expert and blue belt holder Double A (host of "DogToughUFCpicks" podcast) as well as former IBJJF bronze medalist/BJJ Purple Belt and Pan-cration competitor Jeff Blaxland! We also discuss the Lakers recent two-game losing streak and the struggles they’ve had on the offensive end. Plus other sports news, headlines, and mor...

In the latest episode, we discuss the Lakers snapping their losing streak to the Clippers, their 3-2 start to the 2023 season with wins over the Suns, Magic, & Clippers, and what we’ve seen through the first 5 games of the season. We also talk some boxing with the Tyson Fury WBC victory, and the James Harden trade to the Clippers. Plus other sports news, headlines, and more. (Instagram: @MatterOfS...

In the latest episode, we discuss the Lakers disappointing loss to the Denver Nuggets in their 2023-24 season opener, our thoughts on LeBron's minutes restriction, how Billy's pick for Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr is doing after the Grizzlies first game of the season 😅, and if Trevor Lawrence and Aaron's Jacksonville Jaguars can win the Super Bowl 👀". Plus other sports news, hea...

This week we give our overall review and feedback of the Lakers 2023-24 preseason as they get ready to close out this preseason and head into opening night vs the Nuggets. Plus other sports news, headlines, and more. (Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81. X: (formerly known as Twitter) @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824). Matter of Stats YouTube page. Intro & Outro Music Prod...

Joining us on this special edition episode is Executive Producer and writer of the hit HBO series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" Rodney Barnes. We chat with Rodney about Winning Time, the future of the show, Lakers basketball, boxing, WWE, and more! Make sure to follow Rodney on Instagram and Twitter @TheRodneyBarnes. (Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81 Twitter:...

In this episode we recap the Lakers first two preseason games against the Warriors and the Nets. (Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81 Twitter: @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824) Matter of Stats YouTube page. Intro & Outro Music Produced by Double A for B.K.E.

This week we give our recap and takeaways from Lakers Media Day. We also preview the Lakers first preseason game vs the Warriors and what we expect to see. Plus other sports news, headlines, and more. (Instagram: @MatterOfStatsPodcast @ATmosPod1 @BillyR81 Twitter: @MatterOfStatsP @MoSMamba714 @BillyR824) Matter of Stats YouTube page. Intro & Outro Music Produced by Double A for B.K.E.