Lakers Are Actually Contenders & Is Expansion Really Needed? (w/ Rachel Nichols)
About this episode
Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols discuss the Lakers' performance and the implications of the NBA's rules on the MVP race and potential expansion.
Chris Mannix and Rachel Nichols break down the Lakers sweeping the Rockets in a two-game series behind improved play from Deandre Ayton and a new role for LeBron James, why the NBA's 65-game minimum rule is hurting the competitive MVP race, and whether the league really needs to expand to 32 teams Sponsored by Underdog: Download the Underdog app and use code 'OPENFLOOR' Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Topics covered
- Lakers
- NBA
- MVP race
- team expansion
Keywords
- Deandre Ayton
- LeBron James
- 65-game minimum rule
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