Lakers Talk with Andy Kamenetzky
This is a Lakers town, and Andy Kamenetzky is getting you closer to the team during Lakers Talk weekly on ESPN LA 710 and the ESPN App.
Episodes
October 30, 2025 • 51 mins
Andy opened up the 2nd hour of Lakers Talk talking about the Lakers' new owner, Mark Walter, and how the sale will affect the look of the team, especially with Jeanie Buss. Then, Karin Abcarians, from Silver Screen and Roll, called in to talk about her impressions of the Lakers after the first week of the regular season. Plus, will Luka come back sooner rather than later? Andy thinks so from the reports we got about Luka before ...
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October 30, 2025 • 54 mins
The Lakers opened up their season with an impressive 3-2 record so far without LeBron and now Luka, but Andy Kamenetzky really loved the win in Minnesota vs the Timberwolves, who knocked the Lakers out of the playoffs last season. Then, Andy praised Austin Reaves, who is the talk of the NBA world right now with MVP, All-World stats through the 1st week of the regular season. Then, Drew Hill, from the Daily Memphian, called in to ...
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October 20, 2025 • 52 mins
Hour 2 started with Andy and the crew wondering why DeAndre Ayton doesn't get to the line enough, despite being a "pretty good" at the free throw line. "Light Years" Podcast host Sam Esfandiari came on with Andy to help preview tomorrow night's season opening Lakers/Warriors matchup and his thoughts on the Jonathan Kuminga saga. Then, Andy and crew discussed the new book coming out that talks a lot about Russell Westbrook's time ...
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October 20, 2025 • 55 mins
With the Preseason over for the Lakers, Andy Kamenetzky looked at what was good and bad for the Lakers during those 6 "tune up" games. One thing that Andy really liked was that every potential member of the rotation looked "good or better" except for Dalton Knecht. Then, The Athletic's Law Murray about if he's surprised that Gabe Vincent is the starter with LeBron out for the next month and expectations for Luka Doncic in his fir...
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October 13, 2025 • 53 mins
With news that Luka Doncic will play vs Phoenix in his first preseason game, Andy thinks we will get a full look of how things could go in the regular season sans Lebron. Lakers Nation's Matt Peralta came on to talk about what he's seen the first 3 Preseason games and what he expects from DeAndre Ayton in the middle this season. And, how does the LeBron story end with the Lakers? Andy had his thoughts. Plus, "Crunch Time" with t...
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October 13, 2025 • 54 mins
Andy Kamenetzky started the show commenting on how Austin Reaves looks like a guy who took another "step in his development." Then, Andy mentioned he's relieved that the Lakers announced Luka could play in "1-2 games" in the last week of Preseason. SB Nation's Raj Chipalu called in to talk about "Austin's jump" and his thoughts on how the Lakers will handle being without LeBron for a month. Plus, should Jared Vanderbilt get the s...
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October 7, 2025 • 52 mins
Andy thinks "lots of eyes" will be on former #1 draft pick DeAndre Ayton, especially since he will be playing with playmakers like Luka Doncic and LeBron James. And, LeBron sent out a very, very interesting tweet that EVERYBODY has an option on what it could be. Andy and the crew put on their "detective skills" to figure out what LeBron is trying to tell us. Plus, Producer D brought up a very interesting topic in Dalton Knecht. A...
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October 6, 2025 • 50 mins
Andy Kamnetzky started the show marveling at how Jared Vanderbilt looks already in the first 2 preseason games and wondered if he should be inserted in the starting lineup. If Vando doesn't start, who should? Andy gave his input. Then, Jacob Rude from Silver Screen and Roll called in to give his impressions for the first 2 preseason games and who he thinks should be the starting 5. Plus, Gabe Vincent looked good vs the Warriors...
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September 30, 2025 • 48 mins
Hour 2 started with Andy's interview with one of the newest Lakers, Jake LaRavia, during Lakers Media Day. Plus, Producer D has a major problem with what LaRavia and DeAndre Ayton said earlier today at Media Day. Then, a replay of new Laker Marcus Smart on Mason and Ireland. And, how many players have played for the Boston Celtics and the Lakers? Andy and crew tried to answer.
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September 30, 2025 • 54 mins
Andy Kamenetzky, fresh off coming from Lakers Media Day, had his thoughts about the general feelings at Lakers Media Day amongst the players. Is LeBron happy with all the changes? Andy thinks so. Also, Lakers Nation's Daniel Starkland came on to talk about what he saw today at Media Day and what he expects to see from the team during the Preseason games. Then, new Laker DeAndre Ayton was "embracing the challenge" of being a Lak...
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September 23, 2025 • 48 mins
Hour 2 opened up with the question: Can Luka, Austin Reaves and LeBron James really play with each other, despite being almost the "same player?" Plus, Andy and Producer Funch reacted to ESPN.com's NBA Offseason Survey. And, "Crunch Time" with talk on Russell Westbrook.
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September 22, 2025 • 51 mins
With Lakers Training Camp only a week away, Andy Kamenetzky brought up ESPN.com's article on the "new Luka Doncic," as it details his Summer with the Slovenia National Team. Plus, how does Fred VanVleet's injury affect the Houston Rockets? Then, the Guardian's Claire De Lune called in to talk about what to expect from the Lakers and if this could be the "LeBron Retirement Tour." Also, calls on the Lakers' offseason.
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September 16, 2025 • 47 mins
Andy thinks that since Luka Doncic bought a $25 Million Mansion in Manhattan Beach, he might be "sticking around" a lot more than we think. Then, Andy talked about the effect that DeAndre Ayton could have on the team, especially with Luka and LeBron. Also, A-Kam is glad that the Lakers "sidestepped" Kawhi Leonard in that Summer of 2019. Plus, "CrunchTime" with thoughts on "player retreats."
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September 16, 2025 • 54 mins
Andy Kamenetzky started the show with a report that the Lakers could be major players in free agency but not by signing one megastar but lots of players/pieces that add up to a championship team. Andy goes on saying the Lakers probably don't want to take on any long contracts to create flexibility within the cap. Then, Matt George from ABC 10 Sacramento helped Andy break down the Pacific Division and talk more about this Jonathan...
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September 9, 2025 • 36 mins
Brian Windhorst had some things to say into Lakers Forward LeBron James and when he could potentially retire. He says he does not know, and LeBron doesn't know either. Will LeBron get a farewell tour with the Lakers? If LeBron were to have his farewell tour during this season, would it be a big distraction? Carmelo Anthony & Dwight Howard were inducted into the Hall of Fame over the weekend and AK has a bone to pick with people que...
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September 8, 2025 • 51 mins
Luka Doncic's performance for Slovenia has been outstanding in Eurobasket. Could this be the tone setter the Lakers need gearing up for the upcoming season? He seems to get better each game. GUEST Jake Maddison from Locked on Pelicans on the Locked on Network joins the show! AK has a few questions in regards top forwards Trey Murphy III & Herb Jones. We take your calls and we react to what Jake Maddison had to say.
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September 3, 2025 • 52 mins
Andy had to start Hour 2 with "opening an old wound" with news of a former Laker signing with a Turkish team. Andy thinks a certain player from the Oklahoma City Thunder would be the perfect fit next to Luka Doncic. Also, A-Kam goes on rant on the benefits of AARP. Then, will LeBron want a "rocking chair tour" like Kareem? And, "CrunchTime!
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September 3, 2025 • 54 mins
Andy Kamenetzky opened the show with praise for Luka Doncic, who is currently playing (and dominating) in EuroBasket 2025 for his home country, Slovania. Andy believes that the weakest part of Luka's game is his 3 point shooting, which he can always improve. ClutchPoints' Anthony Irwin called in to talk about what could be the best 5 the Lakers could put out on the court and an update on Austin Reaves' potential contract extensi...
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August 25, 2025 • 53 mins
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August 25, 2025 • 52 mins
Andy Kamenetzky starting off the show reacting to the report that Golden State called the Lakers "multiple times" to see if the Warriors can get their hands on LeBron James. If he wanted to go, could LeBron be tradable? Andy answered the question. Then, Matt Moore of "Locked On Nuggets" called in to explain why he called the Lakers "overhyped but underrated" and the solid moves his Denver Nuggets made in the offseason. And, A-...
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