Lakers Bizarre Sale, Westbrook Retires, and the NBA Schedule Release
Summary
Dave DeFore and S. Baraheni discuss the Lakers' sale to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, Russell Westbrook’s retirement, and the new NBA schedule. They analyze marquee matchups like the Christmas Day slate and player return games, while criticizing the national TV distribution for slighting the Thunder and Pacers. The hosts also debate the Warriors' roster construction and Steph Curry’s future.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and intro
Lakers sale and NBA ownership trends
Russell Westbrook retirement and legacy
Sponsors and Connections game promo
Opening night and NBA Cup schedule
Christmas Day slate and Timberwolves
Player returns and crowd reactions
Rivalry week matchups
National TV game distribution complaints
Steph Curry trade rumors and outro
Closing sponsors
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