A SportsEthos.com show hosted by Ethan Norof and J.C. DeLeon, this is the official SportsEthos Los Angeles Lakers podcast. The show attacks everything Los Angeles Lakers from an informative, engaging, enlightening and amusing set of angles.

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The Lakers have proven their critics correct: The Nuggets have their number.Now in a 3-0 hole and staring down the barrel of defeat, the Lakers find themselves searching for something that feels like it doesn’t exist.The Lakers are down and just about out; is a last second miracle the Hail Mary of the year?<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Lakers have proven their critics correct: The Nuggets have their number.  Now in a 3-0 hole and staring down the barrel of defeat, the Lakers find themselves searching for something that feels like it doesn’t exist.  The Lakers are down and just about out; is a last second miracle the Hail Mary of the year?

LakersCast: Lakers on Life Support

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After 83 (!) regular season games, the Lakers real campaign to the finish line has now begun. Ethan returns to the podcast to celebrate the Lakers securing the eighth seed (for now), LeBron’s insane 21st regular season run, Anthony Davis’ dominance, and the road forward for these Lakers. With so much weight in the world, embrace a mindset of joy and celebrate the purple and gold heading into Tuesday’s playoff tilt!<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

After 83 (!) regular season games, the Lakers real campaign to the finish line has now begun.  Ethan returns to the podcast to celebrate the Lakers securing the eighth seed (for now), LeBron’s insane 21st regular season run, Anthony Davis’ dominance, and the road forward for these Lakers.  With so much weight in the world, embrace a mindset of joy and celebrate the purple and gold heading into Tuesday’s playoff tilt!

LakersCast: Let the Play(-in)offs Begin!

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The Playoffs are here, pretty much. The Lakers are firmly in the Play-In, again. Tensions are high, players are disgruntled, just another day in LakerLand I suppose.JC takes you through some of the rumors that have been going about regarding offseason trades, Darvin Ham on the heat seat and much more in the latest episode. Enjoy!<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Playoffs Are Here, But There's No Shortage of Drama in LakerLand

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Lakers have won three in a row, and they&#39;re looking to be in prime position to still be in the Play-In tournament, but hey, let&#39;s have a little perspective, shall we?JC guides us through the perspective some Lakers fans should take solace in while the Lakers are ramping up to end the season on a high note with some positive momentum into the playoffs. Plus, he talks a little bit about LeBron&#39;s new side project with JJ Redick.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Lakers have won three in a row, and they're looking to be in prime position to still be in the Play-In tournament, but hey, let's have a little perspective, shall we?  JC guides us through the perspective some Lakers fans should take solace in while the Lakers are ramping up to end the season on a high note with some positive momentum into the playoffs. Plus, he talks a little bit about LeBron's new side project with JJ Redick.

Lakers Ramping Up the Playoff Push

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Can the Lakers push past the hump? That’s what everybody wants to know and the question Ethan tries to tackle as he returns to the program on a solo journey of the EOS Lakers podcast!Ethan is here to give D’Angelo Russell his flowers, talk heavily about Pockets O’Houlihan a.k.a. Darvin Ham, and testify as to why for the Lakers to be successful, LeBron James has to be their third best player on most nights.Come for the Lakers analysis, stay for the one-liners because there’s a few you simply can’t miss.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Can the Lakers push past the hump? That’s what everybody wants to know and the question Ethan tries to tackle as he returns to the program on a solo journey of the EOS Lakers podcast!  Ethan is here to give D’Angelo Russell his flowers, talk heavily about Pockets O’Houlihan a.k.a. Darvin Ham, and testify as to why for the Lakers to be successful, LeBron James has to be their third best player on most nights.  Come for the Lakers analysis, stay for the one-liners because there’s a few you simply can’t miss.

D'Lo Taking Over for the Lakers

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Welcome to another episode! It&#39;s a happy day in LakerNation, where our guys made an incredible comeback vs the hated Clippers in the last time the two teams can consider themselves roomates. Crypto.com arena is now officially the home of the Lakers and the Lakers only.LeBron James was legendary once again in leading this team back from a 21pt deficit in the 4th quarter, and is this the kind of game that can get the season back on track? Because if this team can do that, can they do anything? JC has the answers and more in the latest episode.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Welcome to another episode! It's a happy day in LakerNation, where our guys made an incredible comeback vs the hated Clippers in the last time the two teams can consider themselves roomates. Crypto.com arena is now officially the home of the Lakers and the Lakers only.  LeBron James was legendary once again in leading this team back from a 21pt deficit in the 4th quarter, and is this the kind of game that can get the season back on track? Because if this team can do that, can they do anything? JC has the answers and more in the latest episode.

Lakers Make a Huge Comeback vs Clips. Season Back on Track?

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Producer&#39;s note: Hi it&#39;s me JC, the producer and host of this episode. This was a video podcast uploaded to YouTube, there is some analysis that can be gleaned from listening to it, but this episode is best viewed on the SportsEthos YouTube channel, but thank you for the audio download.JC goes solo in this one to recap some of Spencer Dinwiddie&#39;s first minutes as a Lakers, raves about Austin Reaves as he often does, and takes a look at the standings to discover that maybe better times are ahead? Listen or watch to find out.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Producer's note: Hi it's me JC, the producer and host of this episode. This was a video podcast uploaded to YouTube, there is some analysis that can be gleaned from listening to it, but this episode is best viewed on the SportsEthos YouTube channel, but thank you for the audio download.  JC goes solo in this one to recap some of Spencer Dinwiddie's first minutes as a Lakers, raves about Austin Reaves as he often does, and takes a look at the standings to discover that maybe better times are ahead? Listen or watch to find out.

Lakers Getting Hot at All-Star Break

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Following a quiet deadline that saw the Lakers sit on the sidelines, Ethan and JC return to discuss the Lakers inactivity and where the team goes from here. With Max Christie now shelved, and the Lakers searching for healthy bodies, the fellas also explore some potential on the buyout market.These Lakers may be cut too deep to slap on a band aid over stitches, but as every Lakers fans remembers for the wrong reason, as Kevin Garnett once famously said, anything is possible. Come for the show but stay for the energy because there’s a lot of it in this one.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Following a quiet deadline that saw the Lakers sit on the sidelines, Ethan and JC return to discuss the Lakers inactivity and where the team goes from here. With Max Christie now shelved, and the Lakers searching for healthy bodies, the fellas also explore some potential on the buyout market.  These Lakers may be cut too deep to slap on a band aid over stitches, but as every Lakers fans remembers for the wrong reason, as Kevin Garnett once famously said, anything is possible.   Come for the show but stay for the energy because there’s a lot of it in this one.

Lakers Hit Snooze: NBA Trade Deadline Recap

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Ethan and JC are back with a brand new video element to supplement the pipes and it’s just in time for the impending trade deadline. With Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) sounding lost for the season, we explore the ways the Lakers may tweak the roster to address a new glaring hole. And while we don’t see a LeBron trade coming, we also tell you why we feel it’s unlikely from a pragmatic and emotional standpoint.Can the Lakers finally ride the East Coast road trip momentum into winning ways, or will it be another season hovering around the .500 mark with the hope that the playoffs offer something more than the first 82?<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ethan and JC are back with a brand new video element to supplement the pipes and it’s just in time for the impending trade deadline. With Jarred Vanderbilt (foot) sounding lost for the season, we explore the ways the Lakers may tweak the roster to address a new glaring hole. And while we don’t see a LeBron trade coming, we also tell you why we feel it’s unlikely from a pragmatic and emotional standpoint.  Can the Lakers finally ride the East Coast road trip momentum into winning ways, or will it be another season hovering around the .500 mark with the hope that the playoffs offer something more than the first 82?

Vando Vanishes; LeBron On the Block?

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It&#39;s trade season! But more than that, it&#39;s familiar territory for this Lakers team and that&#39;s not a good thing.Repeating the 19-21 record of a year ago, is history going to repeat itself with another massive trade for this Lakers team? JC has the possible answers in this newest episode of Ethos Lakers.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

It's trade season! But more than that, it's familiar territory for this Lakers team and that's not a good thing.  Repeating the 19-21 record of a year ago, is history going to repeat itself with another massive trade for this Lakers team? JC has the possible answers in this newest episode of Ethos Lakers.

Is There a Lakers Trade in Their Future?

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Following a much needed win against the cross-town Clippers, Ethan is back on the mic to look at this Lakers team at large.If it’s gonna happen, it has to happen now.Whether possible trades, the ever changing starting lineup or someone else trying to fire Darvin Ham, there’s a lot of smoke on this Lakers fire right now, and Ethan strokes those flames with ferocity in order to see what lights up.Plus, the fruit of the week is back, baby!<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Following a much needed win against the cross-town Clippers, Ethan is back on the mic to look at this Lakers team at large.  If it’s gonna happen, it has to happen now.  Whether possible trades, the ever changing starting lineup or someone else trying to fire Darvin Ham, there’s a lot of smoke on this Lakers fire right now, and Ethan strokes those flames with ferocity in order to see what lights up.  Plus, the fruit of the week is back, baby!

LakersCast: Flubber In the Air: Can the Lakers Bounce Back?

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JC is back to preview tonight&#39;s game vs the Miami Heat. He also takes a look at some trade rumors and could there be a rift between Darvin Ham and Austin Reaves? Which side would you choose if you had to make a decision between Darvin Ham or Austin Reaves? JC has his answer on this episode and much more!<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

JC is back to preview tonight's game vs the Miami Heat. He also takes a look at some trade rumors and could there be a rift between Darvin Ham and Austin Reaves? Which side would you choose if you had to make a decision between Darvin Ham or Austin Reaves? JC has his answer on this episode and much more!

Lakers Try To Get Hot Again vs Heat

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The Lakers are 2-6 since “winning it all,” and like a full grown adult who peaked in high school, the current results offer a bad look.Ethan is back on a solo ride to discuss fine Lakers most obvious problems, why a magic bullet fix is not in the mix, and how Darvin Ham’s seat might be warmer than an air fryer in a love-filled Jewish household on Christmas Day.Plus, Ethan breaks down the depth that is looking rather shallow, how the Lakers results impact LeBron’s future, and what the club has to look like going forward in order to be anything more than a .500 team.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Lakers are 2-6 since “winning it all,” and like a full grown adult who peaked in high school, the current results offer a bad look.  Ethan is back on a solo ride to discuss fine Lakers most obvious problems, why a magic bullet fix is not in the mix, and how Darvin Ham’s seat might be warmer than an air fryer in a love-filled Jewish household on Christmas Day.  Plus, Ethan breaks down the depth that is looking rather shallow, how the Lakers results impact LeBron’s future, and what the club has to look like going forward in order to be anything more than a .500 team.

LakersCast: Lakers Trending Downward After IST Win

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Fresh off being crowned the inaugural In-Season Champions, Ethan and JC are back to break it all down, including AD’s dominance, the rise of the Vandelorian, and LeBron entering a territory that simply hasn’t been seen before. The Lakers look locked in, connected, and ready to win, but the trade rumors will continue to spin. Will LA look to deal or will they choose to keep it real?Come on in and join us on a short stroll down Lakers Blvd as LA prepares for the next third of its season to unfold. <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Fresh off being crowned the inaugural In-Season Champions, Ethan and JC are back to break it all down, including AD’s dominance, the rise of the Vandelorian, and LeBron entering a territory that simply hasn’t been seen before.   The Lakers look locked in, connected, and ready to win, but the trade rumors will continue to spin. Will LA look to deal or will they choose to keep it real?  Come on in and join us on a short stroll down Lakers Blvd as LA prepares for the next third of its season to unfold.

The Lakers have won it all in 2023! Well, kind of…

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As you all know from day 1 Ethan and JC have been huge supporters of the In-Season Tournament and now your Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of winning the dang thing!Ok, maybe JC wasn&#39;t the biggest supporter of it, but he is now, and he tells you all about it in the latest episode.He also goes over those darn trade rumors and whether or not they&#39;d be worth to pursue.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

As you all know from day 1 Ethan and JC have been huge supporters of the In-Season Tournament and now your Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of winning the dang thing!  Ok, maybe JC wasn't the biggest supporter of it, but he is now, and he tells you all about it in the latest episode.  He also goes over those darn trade rumors and whether or not they'd be worth to pursue.

Lakers on the Brink of Winning the IST

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The fellas are back and, dare we say, so are the Lakers?Supported by LeBron James playing like the half human half extraterrestrial that he is, LA may be on their way to figuring a few things out and cementing their spot as the inaugural in-season tournament favorites. Ethan and JC deliver a passionate ode to LeBron, dish on Austin Reaves off the bench, Jarred Vanderbilt’s impending return, and more toward what it’ll take for these Lakers to truly hit on all cylinders. Come for the discussion, stay for the fruit of the day! <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The fellas are back and, dare we say, so are the Lakers?  Supported by LeBron James playing like the half human half extraterrestrial that he is, LA may be on their way to figuring a few things out and cementing their spot as the inaugural in-season tournament favorites.   Ethan and JC deliver a passionate ode to LeBron, dish on Austin Reaves off the bench, Jarred Vanderbilt’s impending return, and more toward what it’ll take for these Lakers to truly hit on all cylinders.   Come for the discussion, stay for the fruit of the day!

LeBron is Superhuman & We Still Love Austin Reaves

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Winless on the road, and hopeless on the glass, the Lakers find themselves in a familiar place to begin the season.Ethan and JC are back to discuss how the Lakers underwhelming start to the season has a long-term impact that might wind up wasting LeBron’s greatness.The fellas also discuss Christian Wood’s evolving role, the importance of role players on a team build around stars, and what needs to happen for the Lakers to be grab it at the pomegranate and not trying to figure out how to crack the shell.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Winless on the road, and hopeless on the glass, the Lakers find themselves in a familiar place to begin the season.  Ethan and JC are back to discuss how the Lakers underwhelming start to the season has a long-term impact that might wind up wasting LeBron’s greatness.  The fellas also discuss Christian Wood’s evolving role, the importance of role players on a team build around stars, and what needs to happen for the Lakers to be grab it at the pomegranate and not trying to figure out how to crack the shell.

Lakers Lose Badly in Houston

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Sitting at 2-2, things could be much worse at 1-3, or even a dreaded 0-4. But this Lakers team rallies and fights. Ethan takes you through the first week, guides us through some breathing exercises as the marathon of a season gets underway.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Sitting at 2-2, things could be much worse at 1-3, or even a dreaded 0-4. But this Lakers team rallies and fights. Ethan takes you through the first week, guides us through some breathing exercises as the marathon of a season gets underway.

Lakers Wrap Up Week 1 With Some Questions

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Well as my old high school football coach would say &#39;Well, that ain&#39;t worth a crap!&#39; As the Lakers lose the season opener vs the defending champions that knocked them out of the playoffs a season ago, is it all doom and gloom or were there positives in this game that could inspire hope?JC takes you through the loss and examines if it&#39;s time to panic or simply just 1 of 82 and sometimes losses are inevitable. We&#39;ll go through the box score and see where improvement might be needed, or what else to look forward to this season. It&#39;ll be a long one, folks, as they always are, but at least this is a scrappier bunch than we&#39;ve seen before.<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Well as my old high school football coach would say 'Well, that ain't worth a crap!' As the Lakers lose the season opener vs the defending champions that knocked them out of the playoffs a season ago, is it all doom and gloom or were there positives in this game that could inspire hope?  JC takes you through the loss and examines if it's time to panic or simply just 1 of 82 and sometimes losses are inevitable. We'll go through the box score and see where improvement might be needed, or what else to look forward to this season. It'll be a long one, folks, as they always are, but at least this is a scrappier bunch than we've seen before.

Lakers Lose Season Opener vs Denver on Ring Night

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The preseason is almost over which means the regular season is about to begin! The guys are back on a duo episode and they go over what they&#39;ve been excited to see in the preseason.We put a little extra focus on Max Christie and Christian Wood as the X-factors that could really help this Lakers team elevate to championship aspirations. It&#39;s a good episode, the guys are excited. Let&#39;s get this season going!<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hoop-ball-los-angeles-lakers-podcast/id1296981302" rel="nofollow">SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on iTunes </a>and make sure to <a href="http://twitter.com/EthosLakers" rel="nofollow">follow @EthosLakers on Twitter</a> for all our delightful updates and goodies!<a href="https://www.thrivefantasy.com/?promo=ETHOS" rel="nofollow">PropUp on ThriveFantasy this NBA season! Use code ETHOS at signup for a 100% deposit match bonus and win big cash by simply flexing DFS prop knowledge on the biggest names on the board!</a><a href="http://manscaped.com/" rel="nofollow">Manscaped is BACK, baby! Just like the NBA! Use coupon code HOOPBALL20 to get 20% off and free shipping on your purchase at Manscaped.com!</a><a href="https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball" rel="nofollow">Want more codes? We got ’em! ExpressVPN is offering 3 BONUS months on every 12-month membership purchase by using this special link: https://www.expressvpn.com/hoopball</a> Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Lakers Season Is Ready to Begin

A SportsEthos.com show hosted by Ethan Norof and J.C. DeLeon, this is the official SportsEthos Los Angeles Lakers podcast. The show attacks everything Los Angeles Lakers from an informative, engaging, enlightening and amusing set of angles.