Hoops Talk with Allen Sliwa

The Los Angeles Lakers opened the preseason with an impressive performance against the Sacramento Kings, showing great energy, effort and plenty of encouraging signs. Final Score, 127-103 We break down what stood out from the Lakers’ first preseason game, the early chemistry, JJ Redick’s rotations and which players made the biggest impression. It’s only preseason, but there was a lot to like from the Lakers in the...

Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Lakers enter a season with massive expectations and a clear “prove it” mentality.

The Lakers are officially entering the Luka Dončić era, but is this the season Luka faces real championship pressure in Los Angeles? With the expectations rising around Luka, Austin Reaves and the rest of the Lakers roster, what would a successful 2026-27 season actually look like?

Plus, what’s ...

Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. We dive into JJ Redick entering his third season as Lakers head coach, the team’s focus on establishing a defensive identity, and the competition between Dalton Knecht and Jaden Hardy for a key roster role.

Brad Turner of the Los Angeles Times joins the show to discuss the latest Lakers news, training camp storylines, roster competit...

Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Lakers get ready for training camp and the 2026-27 NBA season. Walker Kessler discusses the pressure and expectations that come with joining the Lakers, while Luka Dončić lays out his goals heading into the new season.

Allen also breaks down whether Austin Reaves can establish himself as the Lakers’ No. 2 option alongside Luka, plus the competition throughout the roster as players embrac...

Lakers Media Day is here as the Los Angeles Lakers officially begin preparations for the 2026-27 NBA season. Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as he breaks down the biggest Lakers Media Day storylines, including expectations for Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves and Walker Kessler, the battle for the fourth and fifth starting spots, and which young players could earn minutes this season.

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• Lakers Media Day and expectation...

Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as the Lakers prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick speak ahead of training camp, giving us plenty to discuss as Los Angeles prepares for the season around Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves.

We’ll break down the Lakers’ top potential trade targets and the players who could become available during the 2026-27 season.

Eric Pincus joins the show to discuss his Bleacher Re...

The Lakers are heading into the 2026-27 NBA season with plenty of expectations — and plenty of questions. On today’s Hoops Talk w/Allen Sliwa, we’re joined by Raj Chipalu from Silver Screen & Roll to discuss what expectations should be for this Lakers team heading into the new season.

We’ll break down the biggest questions surrounding the Lakers, including who will win the power forward battle during tra...

The Los Angeles Lakers have some major questions to answer before the 2026-27 NBA season begins. On today’s Lakers livestream, we break down the biggest risks of the Lakers’ offseason, the unanswered questions surrounding the roster, and the pressure on Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves heading into the new season.

Trevor Lane from Lakers Nation joins us for the latest Lakers news, rumors and analysis, including the hiring ...

Who is the Lakers’ odd man out? We’re breaking down the biggest questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers as they continue shaping their roster for the 2026-27 NBA season.

We’ll dive into the Lakers’ ownership power struggle and what the changes at the top could mean for the franchise moving forward. Plus, what is Walker Kessler’s path to success in Los Angeles, and how can the Lakers maximize his i...

The Los Angeles Lakers and the NBA offseason are in focus as we break down the latest news, roster moves, trade possibilities and front-office decisions shaping the Western Conference.

Keith Smith from Spotrac joins us this morning to provide his insight on the Lakers’ offseason outlook, salary-cap situation, roster construction and potential moves heading into the new NBA season.

The LA Clippers have been punished — wh...

The Los Angeles Lakers missed out on Jonathan Kuminga, so what’s next? On this morning’s Lakers livestream, we break down the Lakers’ Plan B and the potential moves Rob Pelinka could make to improve the roster around Luka Doncic.

We’ll also dive into the latest on Jonathan Kuminga’s agent and his free agency process, including what happened behind the scenes and why the Lakers ultimately missed out.

Pl...

The Los Angeles Lakers have a big question to answer heading into the 2026-27 NBA season: Who will fill the power forward spot? With the Lakers’ offseason moves largely complete, we’re breaking down the roster, the remaining needs, and what Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick could do next.

We’ll also discuss the Lakers offseason grade, ESPN’s evaluation of the team’s summer moves, the biggest strengths and weak...

Jonathan Kuminga has chosen the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Los Angeles Lakers! 🚨

Join us LIVE as we break down the latest Jonathan Kuminga news and what his decision means for both the Timberwolves and Lakers heading into the 2026 NBA season.

The Lakers were reportedly interested in Kuminga during free agency, but Minnesota has landed the talented young wing. We’ll discuss Kuminga’s fit with the Timberwolves, why ...

The Lakers’ mini camp in Slovenia is wrapping up, and we’re breaking down the latest developments surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Dončić and Jonathan Kuminga. Kuminga reportedly likes the Lakers, but there is still no decision on his future. Plus, teams are monitoring Luka Dončić’s situation in Los Angeles as the Lakers continue to navigate a pivotal offseason.

We’ll also discuss the latest developm...

Join Allen Sliwa for another episode of Hoops Talk as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers news, rumors, and offseason developments.

The Lakers sale continues to dominate the headlines, but how could the change in ownership impact the franchise? Could front-office decisions be on hold while the ownership situation plays out? We’ll examine what the sale could mean for **Jeanie Buss, Rob Pelinka, the Lakers front office,...

Join Allen Sliwa for Hoops Talk as we break down the latest Los Angeles Lakers and NBA news, including the Lakers’ ownership drama, the newly released schedule, PJ Washington’s future in Dallas, and the latest developments surrounding the Kawhi Leonard investigation.

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🏀 Lakers Ownership & Buss Family Drama — Khobi Price joins Allen Sliwa to dive deep into the latest Lakers ownership situ...

The Lakers have a NEW ownership situation, and there are plenty of questions surrounding Mark Walter’s decision to sell the franchise. Did Walter need the money, and why is he selling the Lakers so soon? We break down the latest details of the Lakers sale and what it means for the future of the franchise.

We’ll also discuss Jeanie Buss staying involved with the Lakers, Bob Iger’s connection to the Clippers, and Lu...

The Lakers SOLD AGAIN?! 🚨 Why is Lakers governor Mark Walter already selling the team? The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly been sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger — but why is this happening so soon?

On today’s livestream, we break down the latest Lakers ownership news and what the reported sale to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger means for the future of the franchise. What does this mean for Luka Dončić, the Lakers’ ...

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2026-27 NBA schedule is here, and there are plenty of marquee matchups to talk about! We break down the Lakers’ Opening Week schedule and Christmas Day matchup, including the biggest games on the calendar and what the early-season schedule could mean for Luka Dončić and the Lakers.

We’re also still waiting on Jonathan Kuminga. What’s holding up a potential deal, and is Kuminga still a...