Theresa Boyd+FollowLakers’ New Depth: Game Changer or Hype?Anyone else noticing how Rob Pelinka quietly retooled the Lakers’ bench this offseason? Last year, King James and Luka Magic were gassed by Game 5, but now with Marcus Smart and Ayton joining the squad, JJ Redick’s got options. The Game Theory Podcast guys say LA finally has a real rotation—maybe 10-11 guys deep. Could this be the edge we needed to outlast the Wolves and make a real run? Curious if this new depth is enough or if we still need another move before the playoffs. #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow30Share
summersivan+FollowKleber: Lakers’ Secret Weapon This Season?Is Maxi Kleber the missing piece for the LakeShow? With the German hybrid big finally healthy, he brings a unique combo of perimeter defense and floor spacing that the Lakers just don’t have elsewhere. While he won’t put up King James numbers, Kleber’s ability to switch, shoot, and mesh with Luka could unlock some wild new lineups. If he stays healthy, this could be the X-factor in any Lakers playoff run! Thoughts on his fit next to Bron and AD? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow00Share
Patrick Gonzales+FollowLakers Eyeing Jrue After Smart? Why Bother?So, the LakeShow just landed Marcus Smart, a defensive beast, and now rumors are swirling about chasing Jrue Holiday too? Both are lockdown guards, so fans are scratching their heads—why double up on the same role? With King James still calling shots and Luka the supposed new face, this move feels off. Plus, Jrue’s contract is massive and the Blazers probably want him to mentor their young core. Wouldn’t this just clog the backcourt and cap space? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow10Share
Ryan Lopez+FollowCould Thybulle Be the Lakers’ Missing Piece?Lakers Nation, what do you think about the buzz around Matisse Thybulle joining the squad? After snagging Marcus Smart, Rob Pelinka’s looking to add even more defense to help King James and Luka. Thybulle’s 6’11” wingspan and elite three-and-D skills could be just what we need, especially with our current defensive gaps. If this trade happens, could Thybulle be the X-factor that takes us deeper in the playoffs? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow52Share
Amy Tanner+FollowCould Vooch Boost the LakeShow’s Frontcourt?Lakers fans, what do you think of this wild trade idea floating around? Rumor has it the LakeShow might swap Gabe Vincent for the Bulls’ 6'10" double All-Star, Nikola Vucevic. With Deandre Ayton already in the mix, adding Vooch could give King James and AD a serious offensive boost and some much-needed floor spacing. But is it worth the picks and depth? Or should LA stick with what they’ve got? Let’s hear your takes! #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow60Share
summersivan+FollowIs Dalton Knecht Trade Value Sinking?Laker Nation, what’s your take on the Dalton Knecht situation? After a rough Summer League, it looks like the rookie’s stock has dipped, with insiders saying he’s no longer valued as a first-round asset. There was buzz about flipping him for a vet like Jrue Holiday, but the front office might not get much in return. Do you think the Lakers should hold onto Knecht and hope for a breakout, or is it time to cash out while they can? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow00Share
guerrajohn+FollowIs Brogdon the Missing Piece for the LakeShow?Word is, the Lakers still have Malcolm Brogdon—last year’s Sixth Man of the Year—on their radar, even after locking in Marcus Smart. The catch? They’re tight on cap space and would need to make a move to fit him in. Big Diesel (Shaq) says the squad’s still missing a true knockdown shooter, but Brogdon’s 38.8% from deep isn’t too shabby. Could he be the answer, or do we need a JJ Redick-type sniper to really contend? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow20Share
Brian Gaines+FollowCould KCP Return to the LakeShow?Rumors are heating up that the Lakers might bring back KCP, the 3-and-D champ who helped King James and AD win it all in 2020. After the Westbrook trade flopped, is it time to reunite with a proven wing defender? With Smart already in the mix, adding Caldwell-Pope could give the Lakers the perimeter boost they need to chase another banner. What do you think—should Rob Pelinka pull the trigger on this move? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow00Share
guerrajohn+FollowIs Knecht Ready for Showtime or Not?Laker Nation, it’s time for some real talk about Dalton Knecht. After that electric 37-point night against the Jazz, many of us hoped he’d be the next big thing. But after a rough Summer League—shooting under 30% and struggling on D—it’s clear he’s not ready for the rotation yet. At 24, the window’s tight. Should the Lakers keep waiting, or is it time to move on? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow20Share
summersivan+FollowLakers Add Depth: Koloko & Manon InboundLakers Nation, what do you think of the latest moves? After locking in defensive ace Marcus Smart, the front office just added 7-footer Koloko and hustle machine Chris Manon on two-way deals. Koloko’s rim protection and Manon’s Summer League energy could be sneaky-good fits for JJ Redick’s system. These aren’t headline-grabbers, but with King James and Luka leading, depth like this might be what sets us apart in a tight West. Can these guys crack the rotation and make a difference? #Sports #Basketball #LakeShow10Share
