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Amidst ongoing changes within the Lakers organization, Pete and Darius continue their discussion on the structure of the Lakers front office, where there are opportunities to grow and improve, who some of the remaining key staffers are, and much more. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lakers President of Business Operations Tim Harris will reportedly resign his position and will no longer be with the team after this season. Pete and Darius react to the news, offer insight into Harris’ influence within the organization, and discuss why this is an opportunity for the Lakers to take a step forward under Mark Walter’s new ownership. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete & Darius discuss what they’d like to see from the Lakers in the final third of the season. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete and Darius discuss the ups and downs of All-Star weekend, from the competitiveness of the rising stars game and the better than expected All-Star game on Sunday to the continued struggles of the dunk contest and the Saturday events. And then later, the guys discuss Adam Silver’s comments about trying to fix tanking and whether the commissioner actually has the wherewithal to try to fix the issue. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers head into the All-Star break with a nice win over the Mavericks, blowing them out on the strength of a LeBron triple-double. Pete and Darius discuss LeBron’s performance, how his recent play impacts their view of the Lakers for the last stretch of the season, and more. And then later, the guys discuss All-Star weekend and how the players’ commitment to the game and recent changes to the format affect their enjoyment of the game. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After the Lakers suffered back to back losses against the Thunder and Spurs, Pete and Darius discuss how the Lakers stack up against the two young powerhouses in west, how close the team is to actually contending, the challenges of closing the gap, the importance of Austin Reaves development and LeBron’s ability to turn up in the playoffs to this discussion, and much more. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a game without Luka Dončić and Shai Gilgeous Alexander, the Lakers lost a tough game against the Thunder that revealed how far they have to go and where they might have a leg up against the NBA’s best team. Pete and Darius break down the game, how the Lakers battled and found success playing bully ball, OKC’s answer down the stretch, the possibility of a Lakers small-ball solution, and much more. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luke Kennard made his debut and the Lakers beat the Warriors in a matchup of two shorthanded teams. Pete and Darius discuss Kennard’s first game, how his shooting and quick decision making helped the Lakers offense, and why he very quickly looks like he can contribute to the team. And then later the guys discuss the Lakers signing Kobe Bufkin for the rest of the season. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers got a nice comeback win against the 76ers on Thursday, but also saw Luka Dončić leave the game with an apparent hamstring issue. Pete and Darius discuss the win, Austin’s big night, the unknown of Luka’s injury, and more. And then later, the guys discuss the aftermath of the trade deadline and explore what buyout options the Lakers might have as that market develops. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers had a mostly quiet trade deadline, but did execute a deal with the Hawks, trading Gabe Vincent for sharpshooter Luke Kennard. Pete and Darius break down the deal, discuss their feelings about the team’s approach to the trade deadline, highlight how Kennard fits in with this year’s group, and more. And then later, the guys discuss the other trades that stood out to them around the league, and discuss how this deadline put what happens this upcoming summer into greater focus for the Lakers and the rest of the NBA. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers closed out their road trip with a win over the Nets, heading back to Los Angeles with a 5-3 record on their 8-game trip. Pete and Darius discuss the win, including Austin’s return, and big nights from LeBron and Luka. And then the guys dive into the trade deadline, breaking down an active couple of days around the league and where things stand for the Lakers with just a day left before the deadline. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete and Darius discuss the Lakers’ ability to improve this year’s team without compromising their plans for the upcoming summer. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers split their weekend games, beating the Wizards in a blowout but then falling to the Knicks in game where their offense stalled out. Pete and Darius discuss the games, zooming in on the outside shooting woes against New York, Austin Reaves still sitting out, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss the upcoming trade deadline, the deal between the Kings and the Cavs that took two Lakers targets off the market, what the team’s focus at the deadline should be, and more. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store Pete’s Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom Pete’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom For Feedback or Questions: lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Austin Reaves listed as questionable for the Lakers game against the Wizards on Friday, Pete and Darius discuss his pending return, what they are most looking forward to as part of his return, what this means for the starting lineup and the units that have been led by LeBron, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss the ongoing rumors connecting the Lakers to Cavs’ forward De’Andre Hunter. Join Pete on Offside! ⁠⁠https://www.offside.gg/beta⁠⁠ LFR Store: ⁠⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lakers were listless against a shorthanded Cavs team and got blown out, with another bad 3rd quarter dooming them. Pete and Darius discuss the game and how the writing was on the wall earlier than the scoreboard showed. And then later, the guys discuss the latest reports on Giannis Antetokoumnpo’s trade status, whether the Bucks will finally pull the trigger and if so, when, and how the Lakers can play a role in a deal even if Giannis ends up on another team. Join Pete on Offside! ⁠⁠https://www.offside.gg/beta⁠⁠ LFR Store: ⁠⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With just a week left until the trade deadline, the guys discuss the rumored Lakers targets, the team’s biggest need, how realistic a deal is, Ayton’s future with the team & MORE. Join Pete on Offside! ⁠https://www.offside.gg/beta⁠ LFR Store: ⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pete and Darius discuss statistics in basketball, which ones they find useful and how they use them in their own analysis, the way stats have influenced style of play, how to balance the numbers vs. the eye test, and much more. Join Pete on Offside! https://www.offside.gg/beta LFR Store: ⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Backed by a dominant Luka performance, a strong game from LeBron, and a fantastic shooting night from Rui Hachimura, the Lakers got a fun win against the Bulls on Monday. Pete and Darius break down the win, the skill, energy and effort that Luka and LeBron led with, Rui’s great night, and much more. And then later, the guys discuss Deandre Ayton’s recent struggles and how his play impacts their view of him and his future with the team. Join Pete on Offside! ⁠https://www.offside.gg/beta⁠ LFR Store: ⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In recent games the Lakers have won by showing adaptability with their defensive schemes and by deploying two-big and small-ball lineups. Pete and Darius discuss these recent adjustments and contextualize them with Rui Hachimura’s move to the bench and the pending return of Austin Reaves to discuss the current state of the team and what this can mean for them moving forward. Join Pete on Offside! ⁠https://www.offside.gg/beta⁠ LFR Store: ⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harrison Faigen joins Pete to discuss a strange Lakers season. Join Pete on Offside! ⁠https://www.offside.gg/beta⁠ LFR Store: ⁠⁠https://cottonbureau.com/people/laker-film-room-podcast-store⁠⁠ Pete’s Patreon: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/lakerfilmroom⁠⁠ Pete’s Buy Me a Coffee: ⁠⁠https://buymeacoffee.com/lakerfilmroom⁠⁠ Pete’s YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LakerFilmRoom⁠⁠ For Feedback or Questions: ⁠⁠lakerfilmroom@gmail.com To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices