In this week’s episode of Fully Loaded, Cris Carter and Shawn Meaike dive into NBA playoff matchups, LeBron James' evolving role on the Lakers, and what it really means if he's now their third-best player. They break down why that might actually be the Lakers' biggest strength heading into the postseason.
The crew also gives their takes on key playoff series in both conferences — from the Celtics’ dominance to whether the Rockets' youth can outplay the Warriors’ experience. Plus, they weigh in on the Clippers’ chances, Giannis’ playoff mindset, and how injury questions could shift everything for teams like the Bucks and Nuggets. Switching gears, they talk NFL Draft predictions — including what the Titans, Browns, and Giants could do with their picks — and discuss why nobody seems to care about what the Jaguars are doing. They also touch on new NCAA rules cracking down on fake injuries and how this might impact game flow and player safety. To wrap it up, there’s sharp cultural commentary on player celebrations, the line between entertainment and professionalism, and why today’s athletes have to navigate more than just the game
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