The Lakers have two epic games upcoming, starting with Thursday's game against the Clippers at Staples Center. Joining us to preview that game, talk about the ever-polarizing Paul George and preview a matchup everyone (well, nearly everyone) wants to see in the playoffs, we're joined by Law Murray, one of the best in the business. He covers the Clippers and the NBA for The Athletic.

HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky

SEGMENT 1: We know the state of the Lakers. What's the State of the Clippers? They've had their share of injuries, as well. Law lays it all out, including who is healthy, who isn't and how the Clippers are approaching the final stretch of games. What does it all mean in the short term, meaning Thursday's game?

SEGMENT 2: Paul George.

Paul George, Paul George, Paul George. You can't talk Clippers without talking PG13. Why is he so polarizing? Does he deserve it? How has he been playing this season? What are the expectations come playoff time? We're unpacking all of it in a great segment about Palmdale's own.

SEGMENT 3: Looking ahead, how would a Lakers/Clippers playoff matchup play out? Who would have the advantage? Could the Clips defend Anthony Davis? Where would the Clippers have the advantage? And finally, are the Lakers better off catching the Clippers early (like Round 1) or late (say, the Conference Finals)?

Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!

Built Bar

Built Bar is a protein bar that tastes like a candy bar. Go to builtbar.com and use promo code “LOCKED15” and you’ll get 15% off your next order.

BetOnline AG

There is only 1 place that has you covered and 1 place we trust. Betonline.ag! Sign up today for a free account at betonline.ag and use that promocode: LOCKEDON for your 50% welcome bonus.

Rock Auto

Amazing selection. Reliably low prices. All the parts your car will ever need. Visit RockAuto.com and tell them Locked On sent you.

Indeed

Get started RIGHT NOW with a FREE SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/locked

Headspace

You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to headspace.com/lockedonnba for a FREE ONE-MONTH TRIAL with access to Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices