- Lakers Are Locked and Loaded for the Season
The last episode we recorded was rejoicing in the moves the Lakers made during free agency retaining Austin Reaves, bringing in Taurean Prince, Cam Reddish and Jaxson Hayes.
Things have only gotten better since. Anthony Davis's future as a Laker has been secured with an extension, as well as Jarred Vanderbilt, oh and the Lakers ended up with Christian Wood after all.
Ethan takes you through this one solo, but both hosts will be back soon as the show ramps back up to begin the exciting new season. Welcome back, Ethos Lakers family!
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy20m | Sep 16, 2023 - The Lakers Kill it in Free Agency!
Move over Dumbledore, Rob Pelinka is throwing his hat into the ring to be the new king of the wizarding world with the work he’s done in NBA Free Agency.
With the rest of the league spending like drunken sailors, Pelinka and the Lakers front office identified their guys, made their pitch, and kept the books clean to build a roster around LeBron and AD that actually makes sense.
Ethan is back to deliver his take on the signings, what else the Lakers need, and to give some of his best and worst of the league-wide spending spree so far.
It’s the league’s second season and we LOVE it in Lakerland!
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy26m | Jul 2, 2023 - Lakers '23 Offseason begins
The NBA season is over, the Denver Nuggets are your NBA Champions, let the off-season begin!
JC takes you through where his mind is as far as this Lakers team is, what the Lakers priorities should be, he praises Austin Reaves a lot (as he should).
He also brings up that there might be a changing of the guard(s?) as far as how teams philosophically build their rosters going forward. Is Golden State still a threat or do teams need to build around the idea of stopping Nikola Jokic in Denver?
He'll answer all that and more in the latest episode of Ethos Lakers!
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy41m | Jun 15, 2023 - Lakers Eliminated by Denver. Success or Failure of a Season?
The up and down season is over, and not on a positive note but a nebulous one.
After a 4-0 sweep by the Denver Nuggets, suddenly LeBron looks old and is talking retirement. Anthony Davis isn't an everyday superstar, Reaves might be too expensive to retain and history might repeat itself if the Lakers go after a high priced point guard at the expense of their young core.
JC takes you through what the priority list for the Lakers should be this summer, his thoughts on the season as a whole and his assessment of Darvin Ham's rookie year as a head coach.
It's a bittersweet ending and episode, but hopefully one that fills Lakers with some enthusiasm for the upcoming off-season.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy26m | May 24, 2023 - Lakers’ Point Guards Go MIA, Season on the Brink
Let’s just call it what it appears to be: The Lakers have run out of gas.
D’Angelo Russell and Dennis Schroder have been more invisible than Casper, Jamal Murray is hotter than a sizzling fajita skillet at your favorite Mexican restaurant, and when Nikola Jokic is a footnote and the Lakers still can’t figure it out, it’s not a good sign for what’s about to come.
The Lakers are caught somewhere in between thinking about what’s next and trying to stay present to take at least one game in these Western Conference Finals, but it’s going to take more than just Anthony Davis or LeBron James—or even Austin Reaves—for LA to have it their way at least one time vs. a better Denver team.
The Nuggets are talented, deep, connected, and that’s what has the Lakers on life support as they try desperately not to have their season ended on Monday in a four-game sweep.
Ethan returns on a solo ride to discuss what has happened to the Lakers, offer some potential perspective, and how the Lakers can get back into the series one game at a time.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy22m | May 21, 2023 - Lakers Slay Warriors to Prove They Belong in Western Conference Finals
The Lakers are now four wins away from reaching the NBA Finals, and eight wins away from securing another championship. As our old friend Shaquille O’Neal would say: “CAN YOU DIG IT?!”
LeBron might be the third oldest player in the league, but he continues to show why he’s unlike anyone or anything we have ever seen. Anthony Davis turned a couple of narratives on their heads, Austin Reaves is back to being HIM, and Dennis Schroder starring as the irritant is exactly what this Lakers group needs to continue to play cohesive basketball.
Ethan and JC link up to discuss the second-round win, the Warriors immediate future, and how the Lakers can look to replicate their success vs. Golden State as they move on to the No. 1 seeded Denver Nuggets.
Get out the sweet and sour sauce for what should be a juicy Western Conference Finals ahead.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy34m | May 13, 2023 - Lakers Are a Win Away From the Western Conference Finals!
Lakers are one win from the Western Conference Finals! From a 2-10 start to the season to the brink of the Western Conference Finals. Who would have thought?
JC takes you through the win last night and the masterful night off the bench for Lonnie Walker IV, a night off the bench no one's seen since one Kobe Bean Bryant did it way back in '97.
A lot more in this episode, you won't want to miss it. JC congratulates Alex Caruso on a huge honor, talks about potential off-season moves for the Warriors and the Lakers and he even yells at a dog! You'll have to listen to that to believe it.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy29m | May 9, 2023 - Lakers Take Game 1 vs The Warriors
Lakers came out in full force in Game 1 vs the Golden State Warriors in a hardfought 117-112 victory that easily could've gone either way.
Anthony Davis continues to be a dominant, Shaq-like force to the tune of a 30/20 game with 4 blocks.
Jarred Vanderbilt made life as difficult as one can vs Steph Curry (Steph still hit a few threes) but was admirable in his effort.
JC takes you through the first game in a solo episode of the pod. Enjoy!
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy26m | May 3, 2023 - Lakers Whoop That Trick, Griddy on Grizzlies to Round 2
“If you ever see me fighting in the forest with a Grizzly bear, HELP THE BEAR!”
The Lakers are heading to the second round on the cusp of a 40 (!) point win, and the only thing fans are still waiting for is Dillon Brooks to say something to the “media that made him a villain.”
D’Angelo Russell was sensational, Anthony Davis enjoyed his non-championship Lakers signature moment, and LeBron James reminded everyone that he is still very much that dude.
Ethan is back on a solo ride to wrap it up from Round 1, look ahead to Round 2, and to provide purposeful prose to give the Lakers — and their fans — their flowers.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy22m | Apr 29, 2023 - Lakers Dominate 1st Quarter, Lead Grizzlies 2-1 in Series
After a record-tying first quarter saw the Lakers lead by 26 points, Ethan takes to the mic to break down how the Lakers built up such a substantial lead in front of the team's first capacity playoff crowd in a decade!
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy22m | Apr 23, 2023 - Lakers In Drivers Seat After Game 1 Win?
The emotions have been digested, Anthony Davis does not have a career-ending injury, and the Lakers are suddenly appear to be in the driver’s seat following a Game 1 road win in Memphis.
Ahead of Game 2, Ethan and JC are back to discuss the rise of Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves indeed being HIM, and how these Lakers not needing LeBron’s name in the headline is the best thing possible for sustainable success.
The fellas also discuss D’Angelo Russell’s role, his pairing with Dennis Schroder, and possible lineup tweaks we could see during this playoff run. One thing is for sure: If the Lakers are going to keep winning, they have to be the tougher team on the court.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy33m | Apr 18, 2023 - Bring on the Grizzlies!
The Lakers are in! The playoffs are officially underway and the Los Angeles Lakers will take on the upstart Memphis Grizzlies.
After a disappointing win (can a win ever really be disappointing?) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the Lakers have a lot to work on. What can Lakers fans look forward to seeing in this series against the Grizzlies? JC has the answers in this solo celebration of the Lakers having turned around a 2-10 start to the season.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy24m | Apr 12, 2023 - Lakers Are Nearing the Finish Line (And Into the Playoffs)
Anthony Davis is in his bag, the Lakers are finding their stride, and a possibility to win-out has Los Angeles with eyes on playing out of the play-in to begin their 2023 postseason journey.
Ethan & JC are back together to discuss the rise of Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves as MUCH more than a novelty, and to give The Brow his flowers for carrying HIS team forward.
With a 38-28 record since a 2-10 start, the ceiling feels limitless on these Lakers at the most important time of the campaign.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy29m | Apr 3, 2023 - Are the Lakers Ready For the Stretch Run?
The Lakers are entering the final 9 games of the season. 9 must-win games. Can they win them all? Heaven knows, but what we do know for sure is that J.C. De Leon will go over how The Lakers have looked lately, go over the schedule for the remainder of the regular season as well as look at the schedules for the teams hovering in that 4 through 12 range of the wacky Western conference standings. Enjoy!
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy29m | Mar 24, 2023 - The Lakers Are In the Playoffs…For Now!
A 2-10 start had even the most faithful fans fretting, but the Lakers—somehow, someway, through all of the injuries, bumps, and bruises—find themselves in the playoffs…and it’s happening without LeBron James.
Anthony Davis is flashing the dominance that we saw from him to open the season, Austin Reaves is really stepping into his confidence, and the whole is greater than the sum of its parts in Lakerland right now.
Join Ethan for a ride through the schedule to discuss what’s been, what lies ahead, and an emotional tribute from Pau Gasol as he watched his jersey be hung alongside Kobe Bryant’s to be immortalized forever more.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy25m | Mar 9, 2023 - Lakers Trending in the Right Direction
Lakers are heading in the right direction, currently in the #11 spot in the Western Conference rankings and climbing. But is it a tough road ahead? JC takes a look at the entire remaining schedule and highlights a few of the Lakers who are going to help lead the team into the Playoffs as LeBron recovers from an injured foot.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy19m | Mar 7, 2023 - Who Are These Lakers? We’re About to Find Out
The Lakers are on fire and Jarred Vanderbilt is gassing the fan favorite flames, but LeBron James’ foot will keep the pressure on Anthony Davis to keep the spotlight on his Lakers.
Chemistry and camaraderie are high in Lakeland, but the schedule doesn’t get any easier for the group as March comes into focus, and how long James is forced to the sidelines will be a major story on a day-to-day basis.
Rui Hachimura, it’s time to show why the Lakers traded for your services.
Ethan takes a solo spin to dish on AD, LeBron’s substantial foot injury Rui, Vanderbilt, and the league at large on the latest Ethos Lakers Podcast.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy27m | Feb 28, 2023 - Lakers Blowout Warriors After All-Star Break
The Lakers are fun again! I'll say it again, the Lakers are fun again! A fully complete roster, all with pieces that fit extremely well together, for two games now they have operated like a well oiled machine. The newly reconstructed roster was able to withstand an off-night from AD and LeBron James who combined to shoot 8-25 but no matter, Malik Beasley and Austin Reaves to the rescue!
A really fun night that has given Lakers fans new hope that they playoffs are finally in sight. JC takes you through the episode solo as he goes over his excitement at what he saw and whether or not the Lakers should even go after anyone in the buyout market.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy21m | Feb 24, 2023 - A Whole New World for LeBron’s Lakers Now
The NBA Trade Deadline has come and gone, and Lakers fans everywhere are asking the same question: Do we owe Rob Pelinka an apology?
The error (no typo) of Russell Westbrook is over, the Lakers have a significantly deeper team than they’ve had at any point this season, and the ice in D’Angelo Russell’s veins might just be what this Lakers team needs to solidify its standing as a playoff contender.
Ethan and JC are back to discuss the Lakers’ deals and new additions, dish on the real cost of building this new roster 50+ games into the season, and take a ride through the NBA’s wheel of deals as the entire league has undergone significant reconstruction.
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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy35m | Feb 10, 2023 - LeBron James Makes History: The King is No Longer Just A Nickname for LeBron
Witness has been a word we've long used with LeBron, but The Kid From Akron made Los Angeles his own upon setting the all-time scoring record in the house that Kobe Bryant built.
The math behind the accomplishment is remarkable: Make no mistake, this is the greatest individual record in professional sports that we will ever witness being broken.
As magical as the moment was, the Lakers suffered yet another critical loss vs. a team standing in their playoff path, the team's identity remains a question mark, the Lakers' commitment to defense is currently in name only, and Darvin Ham has a lot to figure out with his rotations as the trade deadline comes in hot.
Kyrie Irving is no longer an option, and the Lakers have a lot to consider as they try to improve the roster around LeBron's magical run at 38 years young.
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