Know the Enemy: Anthony Irwin breaks down Los Angeles Lakers

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Know the Enemy: Anthony Irwin breaks down Los Angeles Lakers

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Apr 19, 2024

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Anthony Irwin of Lakers Lounge joins Ryan Blackburn to preview the Denver Nuggets vs Los Angeles Lakers first round playoff series from the enemy perspective. Do the Nuggets really have a mental advantage over the Lakers? What can the Lakers do to counter Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray? What are the most important keys for both sides? Anthony and Ryan break it all down.

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Apr 19, 2024

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Know the Enemy: Anthony Irwin breaks down Los Angeles Lakers

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