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The Lakers continue to lose. Kobe Bryant continues to watch games while donning black suits. Magic Johnson continues to lobby his dissatisfaction with the team. Chris Kaman continues to sit on the bench angrily growing out his beard. It's like the movie "Groundhog Day," except considerably less funny and the day begins with "I Got a Feeling" instead of "I Got You, Babe." (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYzVdv6V5Vs) You know things have gotten bad when Cher is the preferable option. The show can be heard by clicking on the module and below is a list of talking points. Among the highlights: * We take a look at the latest headlines. LaLa Anthony thinks 'Melo will stay in New York (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/10361206/la-la-anthony-says-carmelo-anthony-definitely-re-sign-new-york-knicks) and denies HoneyNutCheerios-Gate (http://nypost.com/2014/01/28/la-la-anthony-reveals-in-book-garnett-didnt-say-cheerios/)ever happened. Do we believe her on either count? The Memphis Grizzlies are back in the Western Conference playoff conversation. At the halfway point, who would we vote for MVP, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, etc.? * Tuesday, President Obama addressed the State of the Union. Wednesday, we address the state of the Lakers. And unless he's a diehard Celtics fan, both assessments will make John Boehner frown. As is typically the case, fans have a bone to pick with Mike D'Antoni over this mess, and the Complaint Du Jour is Ryan Kelly getting minutes at the expense of either Jordan Hill or Kaman (and their presumed extra rebounds) How much does this affect wins and losses, and does it even matter, considering this season is clearly lost? * A reexamination of Kobe Bryant's knee has revealed more swellin (http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/10368366/kobe-bryant-los-angeles-lakers-examined-again-three-weeks)g, placing him on the shelf until, realistically speaking, late February or early March at the earliest. Assuming Bryant does take the court this season, Jim Buss and Mitch Kupchak will get a very small sample size by which to evaluate where he stands as a player. How much will this affect the front office's decisions this summer? * Stop us if you've heard this before, but Magic Johnson is publicly criticizing Jim Buss and D'Antoni. We ponder Magic's endgame with these constant critiques, and how damaging his words could be to the organization moving forward. * Dr. Buss' birthday as Tuesday, and it's been nearly a year since his death. We examine the state of the franchise specifically through the prism of his absence. * On Saturday, David Stern will step down after 30 years as NBA Commissioner. How will his tenure be remembered? * It's time for some AAK!!! We make Super Bowl predictions and name our favorite B-Movies. * Unrelated to the show (but still important), I wanted to give a heads up that we'll be appearing again periodically on ESPNLA 710 radio. Check our twitter feed (@kambrothers) to stay in the loop. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/).

I won't lie. These are difficult times for the Lakers. The future, whether for Pau Gasol, Kobe Bryant, or the franchise as a whole, is uncertain at best. Fans are growing restless. And the losses continue to pile up. Were it not for this podcast, the season would be downright unbearable. You're welcome. The show can be heard by clicking on the module and a list of talking points can be seen below. * We take a look at the latest headlines. J.R. Smith and Shoelace-Gate. (In related news, the Knicks are now shopping Swish.) Ray Allen and Spike Lee are mulling a "He Got Game" sequel. The Clippers are reportedly considering Sasha Vujacic and Hedo Turkoglu as new roster additions. After a very productive stint with the Bulls, Andrew Bynum is on the verge of becoming a free agent (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/10263481/andrew-bynum-contacted-eight-teams). * Pau Gasol survived yet another round of trade rumors, this time a deal that would have sent him to Cleveland (for Bynum) in little more than a salary dump. The Lakers held out for a bigger haul. Did they overplay their hand? * With his contract on the verge of becoming fully guaranteed, the Lakers opted to waive Shawne Williams. We take a look at his brief time as a Laker. * If Kobe was back on the court just barely before the All-Star Game, would the league actually force him to participate? * We introduce a new segment called "Indefensible Positions," where we each attempt to make a case for absurd scenarios involving the Lakers. * It's time for AAK!!! What are our strangest phobias? What musical artist would we most like to record with? Which current or former Laker would we send to North Korea with Dennis Rodman?

Friday's win over Utah notwithstanding, these are indeed dark days of late for the Lakers. Point guards are dropping like flies. Pau Gasol's future is yet again unstable. Mike D'Antoni remains unpopular as ever. And relief doesn't appear anywhere on the horizon. Thankfully, there is a certain podcast to get fans through these tough times, the same one that got everyone through the Kwame-Smush era.We're here for you, people! The show can be heard by clicking the module above, and a list of talking points can be found below. Among the highlights: * We take a look at the latest headlines. Stan Van Gundy refers to the Nets as a "bush league" operation. 'Melo creates an awesome insult (http://extramustard.si.com/2014/01/01/carmelo-anthony-glazed-donut-face-meme/). J.R. Smith reacts to the Knicks cutting his brother (http://nypost.com/2014/01/02/j-r-fine-with-everybody-after-knicks-cut-brother-chris/). Andre Miller and Brian Shaw aren't besties. (http://www.nba.com/2014/news/01/02/nuggets-suspend-andre-miller.ap/index.html?ls=iref:nbahpts) * To say the least, the Lakers have encountered a rocky patch. Does January present potential relief, or add depth to the rabbit hole? * The Lakers' list of healthy point guards now begins and ends with Kendall Marshall, and the effect of so few available 1's has been devastating on several counts. * With the team skidding, we've heard cries from fans that Mike D'Antoni should be shown the door ASAP. As I explained in a recent post (http://landolakers.com/2013/12/31/firing-mike-dantoni-now-terrible-idea/), that would be a terrible idea. * Stop us if you've heard this before, but Pau Gasol is again involved in trade rumors, this time in exchange for a certain-to-be-waived Andrew Bynum (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/10231223/pau-gasol-andrew-bynum-trade-talks-los-angeles-lakers-cleveland-cavaliers-stall), huge financial savings and (maybe) a young player or a pick. Would this be a good deal for the Lakers? What does it say about Gasol's trade value? Big picture, have the last three seasons, and this one particularly, forever tainted Pau's purple and gold legacy? * It's time for AAK!!! Which Laker, former or current, would be the best sitcom star? Would we rather be an ugly millionaire or a poor, handsome ladies man? Which exotic pet would either of us purchase? Why is Kareem never mentioned as the GOAT? Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/).

Friday’s win over Utah notwithstanding, these are indeed dark days of late for the Lakers. Point guards are dropping like flies. Pau Gasol’s future is yet again unstable. Mike D’Antoni remains unpopular as ever. And relief doesn’t appear anywhere on the horizon. Thankfully, there is a certain podcast to get fans through these tough times, the same one that got everyone through the Kwame-Smush era. We’re here for you, people! The show can be heard by clicking the module above, and a list of talking points can be found below. Among the highlights: * We take a look at the latest headlines. Stan Van Gundy refers to the Nets as a “bush league” operation. ‘Melo creates an awesome insult (http://extramustard.si.com/2014/01/01/carmelo-anthony-glazed-donut-face-meme/). J.R. Smith reacts to the Knicks cutting his brother (http://nypost.com/2014/01/02/j-r-fine-with-everybody-after-knicks-cut-brother-chris/). Andre Miller and Brian Shaw aren’t besties. (http://www.nba.com/2014/news/01/02/nuggets-suspend-andre-miller.ap/index.html?ls=iref:nbahpts) * To say the least, the Lakers have encountered a rocky patch. Does January present potential relief, or add depth to the rabbit hole? * The Lakers’ list of healthy point guards now begins and ends with Kendall Marshall, and the effect of so few available 1′s has been devastating on several counts. * With the team skidding, we’ve heard cries from fans that Mike D’Antoni should be shown the door ASAP. As I explained in a recent post (http://landolakers.com/2013/12/31/firing-mike-dantoni-now-terrible-idea/), that would be a terrible idea. * Stop us if you’ve heard this before, but Pau Gasol is again involved in trade rumors, this time in exchange for a certain-to-be-waived Andrew Bynum (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/10231223/pau-gasol-andrew-bynum-trade-talks-los-angeles-lakers-cleveland-cavaliers-stall), huge financial savings and (maybe) a young player or a pick. Would this be a good deal for the Lakers? What does it say about Gasol’s trade value? Big picture, have the last three seasons, and this one particularly, forever tainted Pau’s purple and gold legacy? * It’s time for AAK!!! Which Laker, former or current, would be the best sitcom star? Would we rather be an ugly millionaire or a poor, handsome ladies man? Which exotic pet would either of us purchase? Why is Kareem never mentioned as the GOAT? Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). The post Podcast! Injured point guards, Pau Gasol on the block, exotic pets, glazed donut faces (http://landolakers.com/2014/01/06/podcast-injured-point-guards-pau-gasol-block-exotic-pets-glazed-donut-faces/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

Kobe Bryant has again gone down with an injury. What do the Lakers do now? The Kamenetzky Brothers break that -- and more -- down in their latest podcast. Among the high points: * A swing around the league's top stories, including a major injury to Brook Lopez of the Nets, big news for Dwyane Wade, and accusations of basketball espionage. * Kobe is injured. Again. How does this impact the Lakers in the near and long terms? * Nick Young is now a folk hero in L.A.. Who saw that coming? * Kendall Marshall is the newest Laker. Any chance he pans out? * AAK! In this edition of Ask a Kamenetzky, Andy and Brian talk about bad social media habits, the best on-screen movie deaths, and whether politics belong in our sports.

On the plus side, Kobe Bryant is back on the court. On the minus side, Steve Blake, arguably the team’s best player to this point, is now sidelined. Of course, if Blake’s been the clubhouse leader for production, with all sincere respect to the way he’s stepped up, that’s not a sign this season boasts the potential of a particularly high ceiling to begin with. In any event, the show, both ours and the Lakers’, must go on. The podcast can be heard by clicking the module and a list of talking points can be found below. Among the highlights… * We take a look at the latest headlines. Despite having played just two games this season, Kobe’s tallied over 500,000 (and counting) All-Star votes (http://www.nba.com/2013/news/12/12/2014-all-star-ballot-results-1/index.html?ls=iref:nbahpts). Is this a problem? LeBron James claims there are no rivalries in the NBA (http://nba.si.com/2013/12/11/lebron-james-is-right-there-is-no-real-rivalry-in-the-nba-these-days/). Is he correct? ESPN created a list of the ten best “under 25″ players in the NBA (http://insider.espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/10110549/nba-anthony-davis-paul-george-james-harden-top-players-age-25). Did they get the right names in the right order? * It wouldn’t be a Lakers podcast without injury news, and in this case, the latest victim is Steve Blake. The team announced he has a torn ulnar collateral ligament on his right elbow and will be shelved for at least six weeks. How will this affect the on-court product and, perhaps cynically, Blake’s potential trade value at the deadline? In the meantime, names like Leandro Barbosa and Chris Duhon have surfaced as theoretical replacements, and we explain why this would be a terrible approach. * With Blake out, the Lakers’ legitimate options at point guard basically begin and end at Kobe. How will this affect the heretofore rocky efforts to blend Bryant with the rest of the team? * Brian wonders how opponents will game plan for Kobe post-Achilles? Will less attention be paid defensively or will status quo prevail? * Stop us if you’ve heard this before, but Pau Gasol’s play is being adversely affected by health and conditioning issues. Will this trend ever reverse itself? * We discuss Jim Brown’s comments this week about Kobe. (http://probasketballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/12/12/nfl-legend-jim-brown-takes-shot-at-kobe-bryant-kobe-fires-back/) * AAK!!! Jeff Herington asks us to name best shows in television/Netflix, which reminded us a Facebook friend’s recent post about having never seen “Breaking Bad,” “Sons of Anarchy,” “The Walking Dead” or even “Friends.” With that in mind, we try to predict the next show to become a cultural event like “Breaking Bad.” Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). The post Podcast! Steve Blake’s absence, Kobe Bryant’s return, Jim Brown, cultural event television (http://landolakers.com/2013/12/13/podcast-steve-blakes-absence-kobe-bryants-return-jim-brown-cultural-event-television/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

Monday morning, news broke out of nowhere that the Lakers and Kobe Bryant came to terms on an extension keeping the future Hall of Famer in purple and gold through the 2016 season, presumably the end of his career. On its face, this was purely historic and celebratory day in franchise history, a proclamation that arguably the greatest Laker ever would never wear another uniform. But the devil is always in the details, and Kobe’s contract, which will keep him the NBA’s highest paid player, raised a plethora of questions. * Did Kobe prioritize money ahead of winning by refusing to take the larger pay cut many expected, or did he simply refuse on principle to dip any further below his market value? (Evaluated on the merits of his drawing power, there’s no question Bryant is underpaid, and by a long shot.) * Kobe’s salary will take up roughly one-third of the team’s cap space moving forward. How will this affect the front office’s ability to build a contending team around him? * Was it even necessary for the Lakers to offer Kobe an extension in November, considering they have a relationship nearly two decades long with the guard, who has consistently maintained he’ll retire a Laker, anyway? Plus, he hasn’t even taken the court yet since tearing his Achilles last April. Was potential free agency really such a big risk? * Did this extension reveal doubts on the part of Jim Buss, Mitch Kupchak, and Kobe about the Lakers’ prospects of becoming a contender in the next two seasons? * Why didn’t Jim Buss remove his baseball hat for the commemorative pictures of this landmark event? All this, and much, much more discussed during the show. Click on the module to hear the show. Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). The post Podcast: Kobe Bryant’s contract extension and what it means for the Lakers (http://landolakers.com/2013/11/28/podcast-kobe-bryants-contract-extension-means-lakers/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

With ten games officially in the books, what to make of the .500-ish Lakers and the way things have thus far shaken out, Joe Q. PurpleAndGoldFan asks. Well, lucky for Joe Q. PurpleAndGoldFan, we happened to have an afternoon free to answer that same pressing question. The show can be heard by clicking on the module, and a list of talking points can be found below. Among the high points: * Our run through the headlines! Yahoo! reports the Knicks are targeting Kevin Love in 2015. Coach K thinks flopping is… un-American??? Matt Barnes loses his mind against the Thunder and on Twitter (http://espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/story/_/id/9976300/los-angeles-clippers-matt-barnes-apologizes-push-ejection-tweet). J.R. Smith defends his brother’s honor against Brandon Jennings (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/9975380/jr-smith-new-york-knicks-appeared-threaten-brandon-jennings-detroit-pistons-twitter). * Steve Nash’s health has taken a turn for the (even) worse. Nerve damage related to last season’s problems has the point guard shelved for at least another week, and that is likely optimistic. What does the future hold for Canada’s favorite son? * In the meantime, Pau Gasol’s health/age issues aren’t nearly as extreme as Nash’s, but foot, respiratory, and conditioning problems, plus his advancing years, have nonetheless conspired to create a slow start. Is it possible El Spaniard can regain the All-Star form Mike D’Antoni predicted in the preseason? * Are the Lakers struggling to discover their “identity?” * AAK!!! If powerful aliens were to demand one celebrity sacrifice a year in exchange for the Earth’s safety, who would we nominate as the first to go? Which was the most seismic event in Lakers history: The nixed CP3 deal, D’Antoni getting hired over Phil Jackson, or Dwight Howard’s departure? What is our favorite guilty pleasure song, and what music do people try to make us feel guilty for not liking? * I share my theory about former NBA fringe big men Mamadou N’Diaye and Boniface N’Dong. It will blow your mind! Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). The post Podcast: Steve Nash’s future, Pau Gasol’s health, the Lakers’ identity and guilty pleasure music (http://landolakers.com/2013/11/15/podcast-steve-nash-future-gasol-health-lakers-identity-guilty-pleasure-music/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

With the season underway, we discuss the .500-ish Lakers and what has been learned about this team after a handful of games. Listen to us while you can before BK breaks up the band for his impending high profile showbiz gig! Among your high points… * In case you hadn’t heard (and at least one of our Tweeps figured we hadn’t), Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has recently dabbled with crack (http://www.thestar.com/news/crime/2013/11/05/rob_ford_yes_i_have_smoked_crack_cocaine.html#). * We take a run through the latest headlines. Among other bold predictions, ESPN.com’s Marc Stein predicts Lamar Odom will reenter the NBA this season (http://espn.go.com/blog/marc-stein/post/_/id/82/eight-fearless-predictions-for-2013-14). What to make of the report that Andrew Bynum is again experiencing pain? Russell Westbrook returns to action ahead of schedule. Kobe plays more mind games through Twitter! * As we recorded, the Lakers were still 2-2 before Tuesday’s loss in Dallas. We convey our general impressions. Have there been any surprises? * There have been grumblings from fans and even players about Mike D’Antoni’s rotation. In particular, Jordan Hill’s inconsistent playing time is a sticking point. Are these complaints valid? What are the complicating factors? * Steve Nash, to put it kindly, has looked neither good nor healthy in his second season as a Laker. Is there reason to maintain hope for a turnaround? Are fans being overly harsh towards him? * While in L.A. to face the Clippers, Dwight Howard says he still talks to a few ex-Laker teammates, but none named “Kobe” or “Bryant.” Did anybody on the planet actually think those two would remain in touch? In the meantime, the now-Rocket center emerged a unifying force between both sides of the crosstown rivalry. * Time for some AAK!!! Which NBA player (current or former) would each of us choose to hang out with for a day? What is the worst legitimately popular TV show currently on air? What are our thoughts on the Richie Incognito-Jonathan Martin-Miami Dolphins mess? What’s the worst injury — and backhanded compliment — either of us has suffered? Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/).   The post Podcast! D’Antoni’s rotations, Nash’s health, Kobe’s latest avatar, and Rob Ford jokes! (http://landolakers.com/2013/11/06/podcast-dantoni-rotations-nashs-health-kobes-latest-avatar-rob-ford-jokes/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

The preseason, she is officially in the books, meaning the regular season is now just around the corner. What lies ahead for the Lakers, Kobe Bryant and the league as a whole? We offer oodles and oodles of prognostications, plus our usual helping of nonsense. The highlights: * We take a look at the latest NBA headlines. Will recent LO’L podcast guest Royce White get another chance after getting cut by the Sixers (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/9876643/philadelphia-76ers-release-royce-white-3-months-trade)? Yao Ming makes a difference in the effort to end shark fin soup (http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/in-china-victory-for-wildlife-conservation-as-citizens-persuaded-to-give-up-shark-fin-soup/2013/10/19/e8181326-3646-11e3-89db-8002ba99b894_story_1.html). Carmelo Anthony has a heart-to-heart with J.R. Smith about drugs. And the annual GM survey results were released. How much love did the Lakers collectively get from the front office types? * We take a deep look at the season ahead. Among our Lakers predictions is a biggie: Will they make playoffs? Which teams will come out of the Eastern and Western Conferences? Who will be the surprise winners come award season next April? All that, and… * …even more questions! How will Dwight Howard perform in Houston? Will Steve Nash or Andrew Bynum play more games this season? What should the Lakers use as the slogan for the free T-shirts given out at Staples Center? And much, much, MUCH more! * I accidentally invent a NSFW nickname for Nick Young. * Time for some #AAK! Who would we switch faces with if possible, ala “Face/Off?” (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vlg-VRc6TbY) What would be our career choice if not sports journalism? Given the choice between rescuing either our parents, our spouse or a busload of children from impending death, who would each of us save? * And finally, Sasha Vujacic has officially launched his own wine, along with the most unintentionally funny wine website ever. Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/).   The post Podcast: Lakers predictions, NBA 2013-14 season preview, GM survey, and Nick Young’s Swaggy P-ness (http://landolakers.com/2013/10/26/podcast-lakers-predictions-nba-2013-14-season-preview-gm-survey-and-nick-youngs-swagy-p-ness/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

That faint sound you just heard? A grown man in China sobbing upon hearing Kobe Bryant was walking within a 25-mile radius. The show can be heard by clicking on the module above, and a rundown of talking points follows below… * After establishing Chinese food in China tastes different than Chinese food in 'Merica, we take a stroll through the latest headlines, NBA or otherwise. Greg Oden is paced to take the court (http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/9813406/greg-oden-miami-heat-likely-cleared-full-practice-sources-say) this season before Andrew Bynum. An unexpected ace in the hole could keep journeyman Renaldo Balkman in the league (http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/dallas-mavericks/headlines/20131010-sefko-ex-knick-gets-another-nba-shot-with-mavericks-after-ugly-incident-in-phillipines.ece). Will Miley Cyrus add “porn director” to her resume (http://laist.com/2013/10/10/miley_cyrus_gets_offer_to_direct_a.php)? * The Lakers' preseason is halfway in the books, we share our general impressions. Who have been the biggest pleasant surprises and unfortunate disappointments? * To a man, every Laker has spoken in glowing terms about the team's improved chemistry. A welcome development, for sure, but how much will it actually matter on the court? * Kobe told Bleacher Report's Kevin Ding (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1810096-kobe-bryant-says-he-could-probably-play-today-if-it-were-playoffs) that were these exhibition games in China playoff games in the States, he could suit up. What does this say about where Kobe stands in his recovery? And in the meantime, The Mamba now wears glasses so fashionable they basically flip the bird to an entire younger generation of bespectacled NBA players. * We discuss my take on the recent kerfuffle about Pau Gasol's expressed unwillingness to take a pay cut with the Lakers next season (http://landolakers.com/2013/10/11/pau-gasols-willingness-to-take-a-pay-cut-is-largely-a-non-issue/). * Openly gay big man Jason Collins is not on an NBA roster. Is the issue homophobia, Collins' age and limited skill set, or a combination of both? * It's time for AAK!!! Who would we nominate to join Kobe as members of Club (http://www.lakersnation.com/kobe-bryant-has-a-vino-club-that-only-includes-four-members/2013/09/07/)“Vino (http://www.lakersnation.com/kobe-bryant-has-a-vino-club-that-only-includes-four-members/2013/09/07/)?” How does soccer player Abby Wambach's recent marriage to her partner reflect different views of homosexuality with males and female athletes? What are the pros and cons of being a journalist? What are each of our biggest food aversions? term paper writing service Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). zp8497586rq The post Podcast: The Lakers preseason, Kobe's rehab, Pau's money, Miley's next gig, food aversions (http://landolakers.com/2013/10/15/podcast-the-lakers-preseason-kobes-rehab-paus-money-and-food-fears/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

With the Government shut down and our politicians demonstrating yet again their dysfunctional, self-centered, hypocritical incompetency, the United States of America, the greatest nation on Earth, has embarked on a desperate, collective search for a hero to provide hope as society crumbles into ruin. Look no further, America. Your huckleberry has arrived. To listen to the show, click on the module above or either of the download links. As for talking points…: * A look at the NBA headlines. LeBron (http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/9749471/lebron-james-miami-heat-no-more-addressing-2014-options)and 'Melo (http://espn.go.com/new-york/nba/story/_/id/9727605/carmelo-anthony-new-york-knicks-discuss-pending-free-agency) won't answer questions about their potential free agency in 2014. Greg Monroe reportedly won't receive an extension from the Pistons (http://www.nba.com/2013/news/features/david_aldridge/09/30/morning-tip-lionel-hollins-and-vinny-del-negro-update-gersson-rosas-with-mavs-extensions-for-class-of-2010/index.html), which would make him a potential target for the Lakers next summer as a restricted free agent. Andrew Bynum cut his hair, an absolute tragedy for fans of Drew's myriad bizarre stylings in Philly. (People like us, for example.) The NBA Competition Committee has voted to return the NBA Finals to a 2-2-1-1-1 format (http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nba-ball-dont-lie/nba-soon-vote-abandon-2-3-2-finals-192525018--nba.html), a necessary change, long overdue. cheap cigarettes (http://freecigs.biz/) * Lakers Media Day on Saturday was a low key affair, but there was Papa John's pizza for the media!!! What, if anything, can be deciphered from this turn of events? * Could the Lakers actually benefit as a franchise from a season with low expectations? * How will MDA divvy up the minutes at point guard, shooting guard and small forward? * There are a bunch of dudes with partially guaranteed contracts fighting to become Lakers. Who has the best chance of sticking? * AAK!!! Is Sriracha (http://www.huyfong.com/no_frames/sriracha.htm) or wasabi the superior spicy condiment? How can Blake Griffin shut up those who dismiss him as a one-dimensional dunker? What did we think of the “Breaking Bad” finale? * In a very cool story, Brandon Bass is learning how to swim as a 28 year-old adult. What skill would we each love to learn from scratch as even older adults? (On a related note, Brian has no idea what a “lathe” is. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lathe)) Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). zp8497586rq The post Podcast: Lakers Media Day, expectations, positional battles and the "Breaking Bad" finale (http://landolakers.com/2013/10/02/podcast-lakers-media-day-positional-battles-and-the-breaking-bad-finale/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

Lakers Media Day comes this weekend, officially kicking off the preseason and bringing the actual season that much closer with every passing hour. Pretty awesome how that works. The show can be heard by clicking on the module above or the links at the bottom of the page. A list of talking points is below: * We take a stroll through the latest NBA headlines. The Lakers show off their new black jersey (http://www.nba.com/lakers/hollywoodnights), while the NBA may add “nickname” (http://espn.go.com/nba/truehoop/miamiheat/story/_/id/9714385/nba-miami-heat-brooklyn-nets-wear-nicknames-jerseys)rags. Paul George (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/9718327/sources-paul-george-gets-max-extension-indiana-pacers) and DeMarcus Cousins are reportedly on the verge of extensions, taking two bigger names off the market for the Lakers to pursue next summer. And who’da thunk Shaquille O’Neal would become a minority owner of the Sacramento Kings (http://espn.go.com/nba/story/_/id/9716271/shaquille-oneal-talks-role-new-owner-sacramento-kings)? * The reissue of Jeanie Buss’ book “Laker Girl” features a new chapter (http://www.latimes.com/sports/basketball/nba/lakers/la-sp-lakers-jeanie-buss-20130922,0,1692401,full.story#axzz2fdY2Mbn1) with her take on Phil Jackson getting passed over for Mike D’Antoni, and the released excerpts paint an unflattering portrait of her brother Jim. Fans have nearly without fail favored Jeanie over Jim, but could she actually face a bigger fallout this time around? * In the meantime, the Lakers need to make a decision regarding The Zen Master’s official role with the organization. Like, now. * How did longtime Lakers trainer Gary Vitti feel about Kobe Bryant’s high dive escapades (http://www.dailynews.com/sports/20130922/lakers-trainer-gary-vitti-much-more-upbeat-this-season)? * ESPN.com just released its Future NBA Power Rankings (http://insider.espn.go.com/nba/story/_/page/FuturePowerRankings-5-130923/21-25) (Insider account required), and their three-year forecast for the Lakers isn’t terribly optimistic. Does #21 with a bullet feel too high, too low or just right? * Time for some AAK!!!, and it’s heavily steeped in “Breaking Bad.” What lone DVD would we choose if holed up in a remote New Hampshire cabin like Walter White? With the landmark series coming to a close, how will the K Brothers (huge fans) fill that void? Plus, who’s uglier, Peyton or Eli Manning? (We just answer the questions sent our way, people.) Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). The post Podcast: Jeanie Buss’ new book chapter, Phil Jackson, the Lakers’ future and “Breaking Bad” (http://landolakers.com/2013/09/25/podcast-jeanie-buss-new-book-chapter-the-phil-jackson-conundrum-the-lakers-future-and-breaking-bad/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

Before we know it, training camp will be upon us and a new season will be underway. Until then, a handful of recent developments, one of which pains us to talk about, unavoidable as the topic may be. The podcast can be heard by clicking on the module above, and a list of talking points is below: * We discuss Lamar Odom’s sad situation, the tragedies he’s endured amidst professional triumphs, and wish him the best moving forward. * Many Laker fans have expressed interest in signing the recently released Michael Beasley (http://espn.go.com/blog/los-angeles/lakers/post/_/id/37168/will-the-lakers-be-in-the-michael-beasley-sweepstakes) on the cheap. Is this really a good idea? * What are the odds that the partially guaranteed contracts of Shawne Williams (http://espn.go.com/blog/los-angeles/lakers/post/_/id/37174/lakers-sign-free-agent-f-shawne-williams) and Xavier Henry get paid in full? How well would either player fit in with the Lakers? * How does a man as accomplished (and philanthropic) as Pau Gasol fail in his bid to secure Madrid as the site for the 2020 Olympics? (http://www.latimes.com/sports/lakersnow/la-sp-ln-pau-gasol-madrid-2020-olympics-20130908,0,3610012.story) We explain. * Does Kobe Bryant have an ulterior motive for keeping the public so in the loop about his Achilles tendon rehab? * It’s time for “AAK!!!” Just like we asked Flea in a recent podcast (http://landolakers.com/2013/09/03/podcast-flea-on-the-lakers-kobe-dantoni-magic-music-and-the-big-lebowski/), who would be our ultimate All-Lakers pickup squad? What’s the ultimate hangover cure? Which NFL squad that finished last in their division during the 2012 season has the best chance of making the 2013 playoffs? * Tragedy in Portland (http://www.oregonlive.com/blazers/index.ssf/2013/09/trail_blazers_taco_bell_end_chalupa_giveaways_at_m.html). How pissed would Staples Center patrons be if the Lakers and Jack in the Box ended the in-game “two free tacos” promotion? Click above to play, or just download the show here. Hope you enjoy it. To subscribe to the podcast via iTunes, click here. You can also find us on TuneIn.com by heading here (http://tunein.com/radio/Kamenetzky-Brothers-Land-OLakers-Podcast-p493529/). The post Podcast: Lamar Odom, Michael Beasley, new faces(?), Kobe’s rehab, hangover cures and tacos (http://landolakers.com/2013/09/09/podcast-lamar-odom-michael-beasley-new-faces-kobes-rehab-hangover-cures-and-tacos/) appeared first on LandOLakers.com | Web Site of Andy and Brian Kamenetzky | The Los Angeles Lakers, NBA, and Anything Else That Comes to Mind (http://landolakers.com).

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