LeBron vs. Luka: Is the Lakers’ Divorce Inevitable? | HARD PASS Ep. 22

The cracks are showing in Lakerland. Although LeBron James is a global icon, the Lakers' front office is clearly rolling out the red carpet for Luka Doncic. Is the Lakers/LeBron breakup inevitable? Doug breaks down the Lakers’ loyalty shift, why LeBron's social media behavior is a clear warning shot, and why this "divorce" feels inevitable, even though Luka’s fitness may decide the franchise’s future.

Plus: a bizarre betting streak with the Houston Astros, and fans weigh in on whether the WNBA is building goodwill—or blowing it with mixed messaging.

HARD PASS Ep. 22

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On today’s episode:

The Hoop Scoop – The Lakers’ loyalty is shifting, going all-in on Luka Doncic as the new face of the franchise, and the writing is on the wall for LeBron James – with his cryptic social media posts just fueling the wildfires of breakup talk. Doug breaks down the cold-blooded front office decisions, why LeBron's social media behavior is a clear warning shot, and why this "divorce" feels inevitable.

Betting 101 – The Astros’ shocking 18-game streak of allowing the first run: trend or trap? Doug explains how bettors should play it.

Fans in the Stands – Some say LeBron’s steroid talk was no joke — even with the quick “allegedly.” Others argue it’s just recovery aids many athletes use. Smoke or fire? Drop your take 👇

“When a breakup happens, it’s never the first sign — it’s the last straw.”

- Doug

Segments:

00:00 - Intro

00:20 - Hoop Scoop

05:51 - Betting 101

08:29 - Fans in the Stands

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