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Apr 2024
1h 14m

Should the Lakers Really Have Expected B...

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Russillo starts the pod by welcoming in NBA obituary season and lays out what the Lakers could do next (0:35). Then, Baron Davis joins to explain his Laker fandom, discuss super teams, and reveal his thoughts on Elton Brand (15:45). Plus, another Alliance pick (41:27) with Kyle and Ceruti, and Life Advice (46:18). Is my friend's addiction to flag football a problem?

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Host: Ryen Russillo

Guest: Baron Davis

Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, and Mike Wargon

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