Episode

Hour 2: Would LeBron Leaving LA Be Bad For The Lakers?

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First Take
Published
Jun 30, 2026
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Summary

First Take resumes with a Lakers lookahead post LeBron. If he does leave, can a Luka/Reaves backcourt win multiple playoff rounds. What type of free agents should they look to add to that deadly duo? Then, if Kawhi goes back to the Raptors, would they even be contenders in the East? Does he turn them into a team that can truly compete with the pure bravery of Jalen Brunson, finesse and physicality of KAT, and accuracy of Landry Shamet? Next, which offseason NBA trade will make the biggest immediate impact next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices