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Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

BONUS EPISODE: Lakers Draft Bronny James With the 55th Pick. Good Choice or a Waste?

Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers

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4.41.6K Ratings

🗓️ 28 June 2024

⏱️ 18 minutes

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Summary

The Lakers made some history on Thursday, selecting Bronny James with the 55th pick in the Draft. It was a move that surprised... well, nobody, but does set up the Lakers to have the first father/son combo on the floor in NBA history. That's pretty cool! And a testament to LeBron's longevity in the league. But was it a good pick? In some ways, it's a weird argument. Bronny is an undersized 19-year old drafted largely for his defensive potential. He's a project. It could be a couple years before he would be expected to have any impact in the league. But that's true of most 55th picks, the vast majority of whom never make even a minor impact in the league. James was drafted in line with his pre-draft rankings, so it's not like the Lakers reached. So much of the discussion, then, is really about the Lakers and James Sr., and whether Bronny is being guided into a space that is ultimately not good for him. And yes, there are downsides to being drafted by the Lakers for Bronny, starting with the nepotism-gone-wild charges that will follow him. He'll always be perceived by some as the guy who was drafted to keep his dad around/do his dad a favor. It's up to him to show that's not fair, and it won't be easy. On the other hand, he won't find an organization more dedicated to his development than the Lakers. He will have time and support, probably more than the average 55th pick would get. That's helpful. And yeah, if it reduces the chances of LeBron walking to basically zero, that's good for the Lakers. All of that said, Rob Pelinka made a big unforced error meeting the media on Thursday, in how he talked about father, son, and the moment at hand. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! eBay MotorsFrom brakes to exhaust kits and beyond, eBay Motors has over 122 million parts to keep your ride-or-die alive. With all the parts you need at the prices you want, it’s easy to bring home that big win. Keep your ride-or-die alive at EbayMotors.com. Eligible items only. Exclusions apply. eBay Guaranteed Fit only available to US customers. PrizePicksGo to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA and use code lockedonnba for a first deposit match up to $100! GametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. FanDuelFanDuel, America’s Number One Sportsbook. As playoffs wind down, the sports stop sporting like we want them to. But this summer, FanDuel is hooking up ALL CUSTOMERS with a boost or a bonus, DAILY!That’s right, there’s something for everyone, every day, all summer long! Visit FANDUEL.COM/LOCKEDONand add a big win to your summer bucket list! FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)

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0:00.0

Hey everyone welcome to a special bonus episode of lockdown Lakers Brian Kiminetsky

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the Lakers take brawny James at 55 not unexpected but still plenty to talk

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about that's next Next.

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subscribers to the channel all of whom Andy are spending a lot more time talking about the

0:45.5

55th pick in the draft and they otherwise might I will honestly say if

0:49.2

everybody is all this is everybody is treating this guy didn't like it is true, we do not normally do special episodes

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on who the Lakers take with picks 50 and above.

0:58.8

But this Bronny James thing is a big deal.

1:02.2

The Lakers take him with the 55th pick in the least

1:06.1

surprising 55th pick in NBA history. All of that said it is still causing an

1:11.9

enormous amount of controversy despite the fact,

1:14.6

Andy, that we all knew this is coming for about two months.

1:20.1

It's interesting.

1:21.1

I don't know if it's entirely controversial in the sense that I have seen some excitement among Laker fans if for no other reason then it is a historical chapter of sorts it's certainly something

1:37.0

wholly unique that's happening for you know an all-time great who is playing for the Lakers right now and led the team to a

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