Love the site but these guys insanely terrible. One guy says “ummm” almost every other word. 2 trade concepts provided in a 30 min episode, lol.

Taking charge or we riot

I have to say that Cranjis & Tom knocked it out of the park last season w/this podcast. They haven’t missed a beat in their return this fall. Whether you’re a fan with a budding interest in understanding the game better or a diehard lover of analytics, you will NOT be disappointed here, regardless of your team affiliation (perhaps given the exception of Sac... nevermind). These guys assign appropriate context and practical understanding of the game of basketball to the data they discuss. I’ve learned something new time and again by just listening. I couldn’t recommend a podcast any more than this I recommend Taking Charge!

Great podcast if you are into analytics. The stats and takes are presented well and thoroughly explained. Also best theme song ever!

OMG Terrible Takes. Gave it a few tries, but the takes seem to be trying to sell L.A. fans of national narratives (you know, the guys who don't bother watching the Lakers play but still think their opinion is informed).

The simulation is broken, I’m tilting into oblivion. Lonzo Ball came to me in a dream and told me that Byron Scott is the GOAT. Cranjis + Stats = Truth. #QuickMaths. Kyle Lowry > Kyrie. KD is a snake

If you want a pod that talks about the impact Lavar sending his kids to play in Lithuania has on whether lebron or MJ is the GOAT....then this pod isn’t for you. That’s the most shining endorsement I can give. Looking forward to you two growing as podcasters!

Clearly knowledgeable about the game of basketball alone but a great Lakers look! definetely would reccommend 10/10!

If you're a Lakers diehard, you'll definitely love his pod. Tim is one of the smartest guys around who backs his analysis and insights with analytics. You'll come away a smarter fan guaranteed.

Great Pod that goes deeper that just opinion. The stats and analytics help audiences formulate their own opinion rather than just agreeing or disagreeing with what the hosts say

As long as you’re not overwhelmed at the massive amount of numbers per minute in this podcast, there is no more informative podcast about the Lakers and analytics in general.

I actually learn from this podcast...

If you’re a basketball junkie this is the perfect way to get your daily dose of basketball, great way to start your morning.10/10

Tim and Tom really do an excellent job of delivering a different take on Lakers basketball

Nice pod, basketball fans should absolutely check this out! Worth your while.

They talk about hoopsketball and making baskets

Cranjis and Tom do a great job thoroughly breaking down NBA basketball. 10/10 recommendation!

Great pod for any basketball fan, especially those with an interest in advanced stats

Tim is a really insightful dude, great pod!

Great in-depth analysis of the Lakers’ stats, schemes, tendencies, and more! Phenomenal insight for any big basketball fan. Mostly Lakers talk but especially when guests are on, there’s great information on other teams and players as well. If you’re a true fan of the game, this is the type of podcast you’re going to want to be tuning in to!

So, I commute about 3 or 4 hours a day, depending on how much of Southern California is on fire. A lot of the times, I choose to listen to podcasts on this fancy smart phone to help me pass the time while I stare at tail lights on the LA highways, and this is by far one of my favorites. I say one of because there’s another one from somebody’s brother that I also thoroughly enjoy. A lot of pods give opinions, based on what people see with their eyeballs, and then maybe dive into the gossip “news”. These guys are smart. These guys are nerds. These guys are dope. Much more in depth analysis, more analytics, more facts to back up their opinions. Keep up the good work, guys, and I look forward to the guests coming up the rest of the season.

As a Laker and basketball fan, this podcast has given me the insight and the information that most other basketball podcasts fail to deliver. The new Monday game preview format has been a nice addition to an already solid podcast. Defintely worth a subscribe for any basketball fan wanting to learn more about the numbers and schemes your favorite teams use.

This podcast is a must-listen to for Laker fans, but is a really good listen for non-laker fans as well. I've really learned a lot, not just about the game, but the analytics as well, which has let me become a more learned basketball fan.

These guys are very intellectual and know so much about the game of basketball! I hope to one day be as knowledgeable as they are! Super enjoyable podcast and I recommend it to all Laker fans.

Love the Pod! Love the stats and analytics!

Great data-driven POV from these podsters. Frank and open discussions on players and the Laker franchise, based upon empirical facts; laced with great and vibey banter between Cranjis and Tom Zayas. Only downside is that there aren't enough eps!

Some podcasts just rattle off things I can Google. Tim and Tom are are using data you can't find anywhere else and statistics Tim literally created himself that are on par or better than the best stuff out there. Also love the breakdown of plays each podcast. I'm a lifetime basketball fan but still learn something every episode. MUST listen

Do you think you know analytics? False. You do not. Listen to this pod and you will. Choose not to and you are wrong.

Amazing podcast. Takes a completely different approach from most pods by explaining and using analytics to talk about the game.

Bad sound quality and they just read stats that we could Google on our own.

I'm twice this kid's age but I learn something every time I listen. He's a little too reliant on data; but that's his shtick (and profession as an analyst of a college team). His numbers tell him Ian Clark is this massive hidden gem (and not a product of the Warriors' system). Still, I'd highly recommend to those looking for an introduction to modern basketball analytics.

Lakers and Analytics, you either want to know more about the science of the Lakers or you don't.

Great podcast for stats & Xs/Os

Here's a podcast with just wall-to-wall statistics. I love hearing detailed stat based information about my favorite team, the Lakers. However, be warned if you don't know what a "standard deviation" , "order of magnitude" or why an average and a median are not the same you may get lost.

Excellent statistical analysis and entertaining

Stats upon stats upon stats. Cranjis: "Would you like some stats with that entree?" World: "Why yes, good sir!" Required listening for everyone not named De'Aaron Fox.

Started following Cranjis McB on Twitter not too long ago and really enjoyed the content he put out, the pod really just combines everything and adds more so that even the most casual basketball fan can follow. Always been a Laker fan since 2000 but I've been falling in love with the game more and more over the last 5 plus years, and it's nice to here these numbers and be able to expand my knowledge and compare them to other players and teams. Cranjis and Tom are also some chill dudes and good follows on Twitter, keep it rocking fellas!!!

This is a great podcast for the statistically driven NBA nerds. I loved the first episode and can't wait to hear more stat-based pods. Very insightful and funny. Great job, guys!

This is an awesome podcast to listen to if you want more insight behind the players and what we might expect to see during the season. Tommy and Tim are a great listen and anyone who's a Lakers fan should give this a listen. 10/10 would recommend. #LonzosShotReleaseIsFasterThanLeagueAverage

It felt good. And the podcast reminds me of how it feels to chew 5 gum

If you want an informative podcast on the Lakers with advanced stats, this is the pod for you. Also, if you're in the Ian Clark fan club, this is the pod for you.

Soon after listening to Cranjis's charming and informative podcast, I found myself arguing in a dream whether lonzo' three point shot would translate to the league. Thanks to this podcast, I was ready (he shot 47% of his threes from nba range! He shot 45% on contested catch and shoot threes! Con: You may end up arguing basketball in your dreams. Pro: You will win those arguments.

Let the smooth voice of cranjis mcbasketball grab your sails and let him guide you down a mystical journey discovering the hidden secrets of the lakers future.

I been following my guy Cranjis for about a month on twitter... learned so much about the game of basketball and schemes... this podcast is just another way to get all his info out there.... 5 stars ain't enough to describe how good my dude is 🐐

Looking forward to more...

Rare find but a podcast gem especially if you like deep and thorough analysis that's nearly impossible to find with brilliant commentary. Huge fan already and can't wait for future episodes.

I think I might be drowning in PPP

Cranjis is the man. He does the basketball talk and the numbers and the talking and the numbers. It's good.

Not a Lakers fan but still love getting the perspective of someone so well-versed in statistics and the mechanisms of basketball actions. Highly recommend to all Lakers fans, but hardcore NBAphiles as well.

Great analysis and insight from 2 really smart guys. It's important to me to learn more about the game when I listen to basketball podcasts, and this one passes that test with flying colors