About brunchball - a Los Angeles Lakers and Sparks podcast
a podcast about the Lakers, Sparks, feels, and everything in between: aka two friends having fun bevs and bringing their basketball text threads to life. find us on X/Twitter (general @_brunchball, Sarah @slothanova, Sameera @sameera1577). also check out Sarah's amazing game photos on her Instagram @sarahrephoto!
In today's episode, we discuss our observations of the Lakers' start to the season: what we like, what we don't like, and how we feel about the players' performances, including Luka's MVP campaign. We also give our thoughts on teams around the league and answer a few listener questions.
NOTE: this was recorded right after the Kings game on 11/04!
27 Oct 2026
Episode 5 - The New Look Lakers Look SPICY!
An exciting collab with our friend Marissa of First Team All Vibes! Check her out on YouTube at @FirstTeamAllVibes or @marilikessports on Twitter.
We're breaking down the Lakers HOT start to the NBA season and discussing what we've seen and enjoyed from the first two games. From Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, to the nine NEW Lakers including new center Walker Kessler, we're diving into all our optimism, concern, and excitement.
12 Oct 2026
Episode 4 - Appetizers
Today we discuss the Laker's first and second preseason games and talk about the roster, the improvements of Adou Thiero and Jake Laravia, and what injury anxieties do we still have going into season? Plus - Sameera discusses the introductory press conference by the Sparks new GM, Ariana Andonian.
29 Sept 2026
Episode 3 - What's on the Menu?
Today we sink our teeth into two major events: Rob and JJ's press conference and Media Day 2026. We also revisit the enigmatic 5th (and maybe 4th) starter conversation, discuss the competition for minutes, and engage in a bit of fangirling.
27 Sept 2026
Episode 2 - A Toast to Nneka + WNBA Playoff Preview
In this episode, we talk about the end of the Sparks' tumultuous season, celebrate Nneka Ogwumike's legendary career, and discuss our WNBA round 1 playoff brackets. Our next episode will focus on the Lakers so stay tuned!
Thank you everyone for your support and patience thus far! You will be treated to a better audio experience from here on out - aka, Sameera got a proper mic :)
22 Sept 2026
Episode 1 - Poaching Season
Welcome to the tip off of the first season of brunchball! We introduce ourselves and discuss the Sparks' season, the Lakers' offseason, our expectations for the Sparks and Lakers, and more. Please bear with our audio - we're new to this and working on it!
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