Hour 1: LeBron’s Uncertain Lakers Future, plus Carolina Panthers GM Dan Morgan

The Rich Eisen Show

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4.3 • 1.4K Ratings

🗓️ 12 May 2026

⏱️ 44 minutes

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Rich and the guys break down LeBron James’ uncertain NBA future after the Lakers’ playoffs elimination at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. Panthers GM Dan Morgan tells Rich why he’d like to see even less time between picks at the NFL Draft, breaks down Carolina’s 2026 draft class, discusses the timeline for contract extension for QB Bryce Young, talks NFL Schedule Release, and more. Rich reacts to Donovan Mitchell’s record-tying night in the Cavs’ Game 4 win over the Detroit Pistons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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