# Danny Parkins on Lakers losing to Rockets, Harden Playoff Struggles & Celtics' Red Flags | 04.30

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Podcast: [The Right Time with Bomani Jones](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-right-time-with-bomani-jones-745441)
Published: 2026-04-30T16:15:00+00:00
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Bomani Jones and Danny Parkins break down a chaotic first round, starting with the Lakers struggling to close out Houston and the moment everyone’s talking about: Reed Sheppard picking LeBron James clean in crunch time. Is this series slipping away… and are we watching a real regression from L.A.? Plus, Parkins makes the case for something wild: trusting James Harden and the Cavaliers in the East. Is Harden actually underrated in the playoffs—or are we setting ourselves up for the same ending? They also dive into: Why the Eastern Conference feels wide open (and kinda shaky) Whether the Knicks, Celtics, or Cavs can actually be trusted The Thunder’s looming dynasty potential 👀 Why modern NBA playoffs feel more unpredictable than ever And to close it out, Parkins shares details on his “Cubs for a Cure” fundraiser supporting brain cancer research. You can donate HERE https://www.mlb.com/cubs/tickets/specials/cubsforacure Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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