Lakers Surge Behind Luka. Plus, Injuries Sweep the League | Real Ones

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🗓️ 20 March 2026

⏱️ 64 minutes

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Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck are back with another edition of Real Ones to discuss the Lakers recent hot streak winning nine of their last ten games. How far can Luka and LeBron lead the Lakers in the playoffs with the Spurs and Thunder atop of the conference? Giannis and the Bucks are at odds about letting him play because he’ll most likely find a new home in the offseason. Plus, Pistons guard Cade Cunningham suffered a collapsed lung and will be out indefinitely as he recovers. How will Detroit stay afloat with the MVP candidate set to miss significant time? (01:30) Luka and the Lakers Are Red Hot! (22:01) Should LeBron Stay in L.A. After the Season? (30:11) Major Injuries Across the NBA (31:12) Should Giannis Be Allowed to Keep Playing? (48:58) Cade Cunningham Out Indefinitely With a Collapsed Lung (55:17) Real One of the Week Realonesmailbag@gmail.com Hit the mailbag! realonesmailbag@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell and Howard Beck Producers: Cameron Dinwiddie and Clifford Augustin Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Conor Nevins Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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