Short Handed Lakers Crushed By Bucks
The Lakers were down 3 starters again for the game against the Bucks and it was too much to overcome. The storm is here, with 6 games in 8 nights. How will the Lakers handle it?
Mar 14, 2025•58 min•Ep. 1123
Lakers Nation Podcast
The Lakers Nation Podcast is dedicated to providing intelligent Los Angeles Lakers talk year-round. Hosted by LakersNation.com's Trevor Lane, this podcast provides a big-picture look at the Lakers world and breakdowns after every game. Follow Lakers Nation on Facebook and Twitter @LakersNation and on Instagram @LakersNationOfficial
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Episodes
Lakers Injury Update, LeBron Leaves, Stephen A. Smith Lashes Out Again, Matchup With Bucks
On today's show we preview the Lakers matchup with the Bucks with guest Ti Windisch, take a look at LA's injury report, respond to Stephen A Smith taking shots at LeBron again, and tons more....
Mar 13, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 1122
What Lakers Need To Fix, Luka Doncic vs Refs, Plus Mailbag!
Trevor Lane takes a look at the fallout from the Lakers' poor performance against the Nets, Luka Doncic is struggling to get a decent whistle, plus will LA be able to hold their spot in the standings with so many injuries?
Mar 12, 2025•49 min•Ep. 1121
Lakers Find Way To Lose To Nets
The massively shorthanded Lakers found a way to lose one of the easiest games remaining on their schedule, picking up a loss in Brooklyn. Trevor Lane takes a look at a frustrating night for LA, what it means for the playoff race, and who came up short....
Mar 11, 2025•56 min•Ep. 1120
Lakers vs Nets! Injury Update, What We've Learned And More!
The Lakers look for a bounce back game against the Nets tonight but LA's injury report is lengthy. Can the next man up get the job done? Plus Trevor Lane looks at the standings and what the absence of LeBron James will mean, the playoff picture, what we learned from the Celtics game and tons more....
Mar 10, 2025•53 min•Ep. 1119
Lakers Lose LeBron James, Game To Celtics
The Lakers lose to the Celtics but the much bigger concern: they lost LeBron James to a groin injury. Trevor Lane and Keith Smith discuss the ramifications of the injury and what it means for the Lakers moving forward...
Mar 09, 2025•59 min•Ep. 1118
Lakers vs Celtics! Injury Update, Inside Boston's Strategy, Lakers' Game Plan
The Lakers take on their hated rival the Boston Celtics tonight! Trevor Lane takes a look at what to expect on the Lakers' side of things, including LA's injury report and how they can deal with the Celtics, while Keith Smith joins to discuss what Boston has been up to and how he expects them to attack LA....
Mar 08, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 1117
Lakers Beat Knicks In Overtime!
The Lakers got a HUGE win against the Knicks in Overtime! Trevor Lane is joined by Borna Nazari to break down the win and what allowed LA to fight through a less than perfect performance to still come out on top...
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 1116
Lakers vs Knicks! Big Injury Update, What Lakers Need To Win, Knicks' Weaknesses
We take a look at tonight's Lakers vs Knicks matchup and what it's going to take for LA to get the win. Trevor Lane breaks down a big change in LA's injury report plus Alex Trataros of Knicks Fan TV joins to give his insight into the Lakers' opponent...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 1115
Lakers DOMINATE Pelicans, LeBron and Luka Go Off
The Lakers beat the Pelicans in dominant fashion, with LeBron James and Luka Doncic leading the way while role players like Jaxson Hayes and Jarred Vanderbilt made a major impact. Trevor Lane broke down the win and what it means as the Lakers look to secure the 2nd seed in the West... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 1114
Lakers ARE For Real, Important Injury Update And Match Up With Pelicans
The Lakers look to push their win streak to 7 in a row when they take on the Pelicans tonight. What will LA need to do to get the win? Plus, an important injury update and why some are trying to discredit the Lakers' success... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 04, 2025•51 min•Ep. 1113
Lakers Beat Clippers, Rise To 2nd In West
The Lakers picked up their 6th win in a row and 2nd in a row over the Clippers in a game that saw Luka Doncic look more comfortable than ever. The win vaults LA up to the 2nd seed in the West currently. Trevor Lane breaks down the game and what's next for the surging Lakers... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 03, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 1112
Lakers Injury Updates, Jordan Goodwin's Future, LA vs Clippers!
The Lakers take on the Clippers for the second time in a row, can they extend their winning streak? Trevor Lane takes a look at the injury report, the Lakers' rise in the standings, the future of their two-way players, and how good this team has been of late plus tons more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 02, 2025•51 min•Ep. 1111
Lakers Get Win Over Clippers, Luka Doncic Drops 31 Points
The Lakers picked up an important win over the Clippers, getting themselves closer to moving up to the 3rd seed in the West. Luka Doncic led the team in scoring with 31, but injuries hit Austin Reaves and Jordan Goodwin while we got more clarity on Rui Hachimura's knee problem... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mar 01, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 1110
Lakers Beat Wolves, Lose Rui Hachimura To Injury
The Lakers got the win over the Wolves in a game that wasn't pretty but LA got the job done. However, Rui Hachimura left early due to a knee strain, how will the Lakers handle a potential absence from him? Plus, Dalton Knecht has struggled, will the Lakers need to turn elsewhere? Trevor Lane discusses the game and what comes next for LA.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 28, 2025•46 min•Ep. 1109
Are The Lakers Contenders? Big Matchup With Wolves Tonight!
The Lakers look to push their win streak to 4 games when they take on the Wolves tonight! What does LA need to do to get the win? Plus, are they true contenders? Trevor Lane takes a look plus we open up the mailbag.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 27, 2025•52 min•Ep. 1108
Lakers Beat Mavs With LeBron CLOSING OUT 4th
The Lakers got the win in Luka's first game against the Mavs, though it wasn't the offensive explosion that most were expecting. Luka had a triple double but struggled with his shooting, while LeBron contoled the 4th quarter to help grab the win. Trevor Lane and Donnie Freeman break down the win and what it showed of the Lakers, both good and bad... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 1107
Luka Doncic REVENGE Game? Lakers vs Mavs Matchup!
We get ready for Luka Doncic's first game playing against his former club the Dallas Mavericks. Trevor Lane is joined by Grant Afseth who discusses the reaction from Mavs fans post-trade, whether Luka will take the matchup personally, the Mavs' strategy against the Lakers and more. Then we take a look at LA's keys to victory and open up the mailbag to discuss the Lakers' upside, Jordan Goodwin's future, JJ Redick's performance and tons more.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoi...
Feb 25, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 1106
Why The Lakers DEFENSE Is Better Without Anthony Davis?! Plus LA’s ROUGH Schedule Ahead
Trevor Lane takes a look at why the Lakers’ defense appears to be significantly improved despite the departure of Anthony Davis, plus the schedule ahead is a difficult one for LA and we open up the mailbag Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 24, 2025•52 min•Ep. 1105
Lakers CRUSH Nuggets In Denver! Luka Doncic Drops 32!
The Lakers picked up a huge win in Denver with a brilliantly executed game plan, a phenomenal team effort, and a breakout game for Luka Doncic. It was the kind of game that showed you what this Lakers team can be, as Trevor Lane breaks down a night that saw so many players contribute in meaningful and positive ways.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 23, 2025•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 1104
Lakers Beat Blazers For Much-Needed Win
The Lakers got a much-needed win over the Blazers in a game that saw LeBron James drop 40 while Austin Reaves put up 32. Luca Rosano and Matt Peralta fill in for Trevor Lane to break down the victory... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 21, 2025•51 min•Ep. 1103
Lakers Fall to Hornets In Avoidable Loss
The Lakers lost to the Hornets in a sloppy, unfocused game, the second in a row that LA really couldn't afford to drop. Jeff Spiegel and Anthony Witrado fill in for Trevor Lane and break down a rough night.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2025•38 min•Ep. 1102
Why You Shouldn't Worry About Luka Doncic But Should Worry About Alex Len
On this show Trevor Lane discusses concerns over Luka Doncic's performances so far as a Laker, the debut of Alex Len, the team's next big and tons more... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 14, 2025•48 min•Ep. 1101
Lakers Injury Report Surprise, Alex Len Joins LA And Luka's Magic
The Lakers head to Utah for their final game before the All-Star break but the injury report revealed a few surprises. Trevor Lane explains, plus the Lakers are adding big man Alex Len and Luka Doncic's magic is already showing up.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 12, 2025•59 min•Ep. 1100
Lakers CRUSH Jazz In Luka Doncic's Debut
The Lakers cruised to a big win over the Jazz as Luka Doncic made his debut for the purple and gold. Trevor Lane and Matt Peralta break down the win as well as the news that the Hornets are looking to challenge the Lakers' decision to rescind the Mark Williams trade... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 11, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 1099
Luka's Lakers Debut! What To Watch For, Mark Williams Trade Fallout
On this episode of the Lakers Nation Podcast, Trevor Lane discusses what to watch for tonight in Luke Doncic's Lakers debut, the terrible statement put out by Mavs ownership and what it means for Luka, Austin Reaves' big performance against the Pacers, the Mark Williams trade that wasn't and more.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 1098
Lakers vs Pacers, INSANE Picture Of Rob Pelinka Making Luka Trade, Mailbag
The Lakers take on the Pacers in an afternoon game but it appears as though LA will be very shorthanded. Can they still get the win? Plus a picture has been unearthed of Rob Pelinka and Nico Harrison discussing the Luka Doncic for Anthony Davis trade and Trevor Lane gets into the mailbag.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 08, 2025•34 min•Ep. 1097
Lakers Hang On To Beat Warriors, LeBron Drops 42
The Lakers won their 4th game in a row as LeBron James dropped 42 on the Warriors. It wasn't necessarily a pretty performance, but LA got the job done and with the trade deadline behind them will now look to integrate their new players. Trevor Lane discusses the win and what's next.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 07, 2025•52 min•Ep. 1096
Lakers Trade Deadline Fallout! HUGE Moves!
The Lakers had a BUSY trade deadline, completely re-shaping their roster. Trevor Lane breaks it all down and what comes next for LA.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 1095
Lakers Crush Clippers As Luka Doncic Joins Team
The Lakers made short work of the Clippers, playing excellent team basketball with Luka Doncic in attendance. Have the Lakers figured something out? And what has allowed them to look so sharp the last few games? Plus, what will they do ahead of the trade deadline? Trevor Lane discusses.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 1094
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