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The Lakers Are Imploding. Plus: Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. Kevin Durant.

Danyel Smith of ‘Black Girl Songbook’ joins the pod for some “Mad Hooper” talk. Then the guys discuss the Lakers’ current implosion and who would win in a seven-game series between the Nets and Bucks. Plus, Logan tees Raja up to rail against the lack of fundamentals in the league and among young’uns these days.

By Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Danyel Smith
Toronto Raptors v Los Angeles Lakers Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images


This Monday, Logan and Raja are joined by The Ringer’s Danyel Smith of Black Girl Songbook, who tells them why she’s so mad (0:23). Then they talk about the Lakers’ implosion that we are all currently witnessing, even after the return of Anthony Davis and LeBron James from injury, with a little input from noted Lakers fan producer Sasha (6:25). Then they talk about the Bucks’ victory over the Nets on Sunday night and who would win in a seven-game series if they met in the postseason (36:25). Last but not least, Logan tees Raja up to rail against the lack of fundamentals in the league and among young’uns these days after Steve Kerr’s comments to the same effect (48:35).

Hosts: Logan Murdock and Raja Bell
Guest: Danyel Smith
Associate Producer: Sasha Ashall

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