Hour 1: Are the Lakers in Trouble?

First Takes begins with the sputtering Lakers! From 3-0 to 3-2, the vibe shift in this one is immense. You can almost feel the general public clamoring for LeBron to be the first to blow a 3-0 lead. Imagine the GOAT debate if it happens? Without KD, is it feasible? (0:00) Then, should Shedeur Sanders feel slighted by the latest Deshaun Watson news? (25:50) Then, John Wall is the President! Howard University is in good hands! (37:35) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Hour 1: Are the Lakers in Trouble? is an episode from First Take by ESPN Radio.

This episode is 48:02 long.

This episode was published on Apr 30, 2026.

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