About this episode

The episode discusses LeBron James' leadership role in guiding the Lakers through playoff challenges against the Houston Rockets.

The Lakers may be up 1-0 in their series against the Houston Rockets, but the odds are still stacked against them. Houston is favored in Tuesday's Game 2 even while it's still not guaranteed that Kevin Durant is going to play. And if he does? Houston is an even bigger favorite. But the Lakers do have an early advantage, and part of that is due to the leadership provided by, and the history of, LeBron James. If you had to pick a guy to be the sort of "last star standing" to shepherd a team through this type of adversity against these type of odds, LeBron would be at, or near, the top of that list. There's experience and gravitas, as well as the ability to deliver high end performance. And importantly, the Lakers have figured out how, with this group, to put LeBron in the best positions to help lead them and play at the highest potential possible. Can that sustain itself in Game 2? And meanwhile, how does the (expected) return of Durant impact the matchups and strategy for Game 2? What will JJ Redick and Ime Udoka shift on Tuesday, and what will they try to carry through? Hosts: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official…

People in this episode

Hosts: Andy Kamenetzky, Brian Kamenetzky

Topics covered

• Lakers
• LeBron James
• NBA Playoffs
• Houston Rockets
• Kevin Durant
• Game Strategy

Keywords

• Lakers
• LeBron James
• NBA Playoffs
• Houston Rockets
• Kevin Durant
• Game 2
• JJ Redick
• Ime Udoka

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