In the latest episode of The Great Western Forum, a Lakers show hosted by Jovan Buha, Pete Zayas, and Anthony Irwin, the trio analyzes the Lakers' recent success and previews the stretch run.
Jovan, Pete, and Anthony discuss what has changed with the Lakers recently, Luka Doncic's MVP-level play, LeBron James' role, LA's place in the West and the league hierarchy, whether the recent surge changes the 2026 offseason, and more.
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TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Intro
5:28 What has stood out most over the Lakers' 13-2 stretch?
20:43 LeBron James embracing and thriving in his new(ish) role
28:27 Luka Doncic's MVP-level play and production
34:53 Where do the Lakers rank among contenders?
44:48 How will this recent stretch affect how LA approaches the offseason?
55:49 Will LeBron be back next season? More likely now?
1:02:52 Outro
