For a guy who isn't on the floor right now, Anthony Davis made a lot of headlines Sunday. First, he indicated progress in his work to return to the floor following a badly sprained ankle. Out of the walking boot, and expressing belief he'll be back before the end of the year. Then, Davis said he thought the Lakers would have beaten Phoenix in the first round of the playoffs last year had he not been forced from that series with groin injury. And that the Suns know it, too.
Even if you agree, and many people do, does saying so help the Lakers now? (It certainly didn't Sunday.) More importantly, what did Davis reveal about this team's approach and mentality? Still, that he might be back in time means the Lakers still have hope, improbable as it may be.
Meanwhile, Frank Vogel is exceedingly frustrated. Sunday's postgame press conference was as close as he gets to saying "**** this roster," and just walking out the door and quitting. Why was tonight different than others throughout the year? It's not like this is the first bad loss the Lakers have endured.
Finally, another big milestone for LeBron James, while Talen Horton-Tucker reveals the extent of the ankle injury through which he's currently playing.
HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
SEGMENT 1: The Lakers lose in Phoenix thanks at least in part to Anthony Davis and some bulletin board material he provided.
SEGMENT 2: Should Davis be a little more responsible with his words? Plus, an update on his health.
SEGMENT 3: The Lakers have some shred of hope, even if it's not tangible or based in evidence. Plus, LeBron's milestone.
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