Camello's Corner: Recent Episodes
Camello's Corner
Camello's Corner breaks down everything Lakers, Dodgers, and more with keen insight and special guests from the LA sports world
"Camello's Corner" is back to discuss the blockbuster trade between the Brooklyn Nets and Philadelphia 76ers as the well-publicized Ben Simmons and James Harden swap finally happens; who won the deal?; what can Harden bring to Philly and what can Simmons bring to Brooklyn; special guest Jake Ellenbogen, co-host of "Downtown Rams" Podcast joins me to talk Super Bowl 56, why the Rams can win, the Brian Flores lawsuit, and is Tom Brady the best winner of all-time; why did the Lakers stand pat at the NBA Trade Deadline; how much responsibility does GM Rob Pelinka need to take on for this messy season; the impact of the Russell Westbrook deal
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the Lakers' struggles; can a healthy Anthony Davis keep the Lakers afloat while LeBron James recovers; a tough loss to the Clippers; are Lakers destined for the Play-In tourney at this point?; the Clippers make a big trade with the Portland Trail Blazers; will Lakers make a move at the trade deadline; LA Rams win the NFC Championship and head to the Super Bowl; how did they defeat the San Francisco 49ers; has Matthew Stafford flipped the script on his career narrative; what to expect in matchup with Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl; the Brian Flores lawsuit against the league; what can change out of this; what does this expose about the league; MLB lockout continues; and Bonds/Clemens/Schilling remain out of the Hall of Fame, right decision or not?
"Camello's Corner" is talking about the struggles of Russell Westbrook on the Lakers; why he was benched; head coach Frank Vogel on the hot seat but should he be; what can the Lakers do about Westbrook and can they salvage this season; could a trade happen in a Westbrook-for-John Wall swap with Houston; the Ram defeat the Cardinals to advance to divisional round against the defending SB champs; how can the Rams defeat Brady and company; did Stafford figure it out at the right time; the impact of RB Cam Akers; Dodgers hire new GM, what can we expect from him; any end to MLB lockout in sight?
"Camello's Corner" is back with an all-new podcast for 2022 talking about the Lakers' 4-game winning streak; LeBron turning back the hands of time; the effective small ball lineup; how AD will fit in; what Russell Westbrook has to do to make fewer mistakes; the emergence of Malik Monk; will Lakers make a big move at the trade deadline to land Jerami Grant; the LA Rams trying to make it 6 in a row and snap a 5 game losing streak to the Niners; Deebo throwing shade at Aaron Donald and Rams defense?; will Rams success hinge on Stafford's turnovers?; paying tributes to icons John Madden, Betty White, Sidney Poitier, and Peter Bogdanovich
"Camello's Corner" is back to discuss the Lakers inability to build a winning streak; will firing Frank Vogel solve anything; will the stars step up even more; the issues on their defense; the Dodgers lose both Corey Seager and Max Scherzer to free agency but keep Chris Taylor; how will the rest of the roster shake out; when can we see the end to the lockout; the LA Rams have defensive and offensive issues, can they get on track sooner than later; what does the hiring of Lincoln Riley mean for USC football moving forward
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Daniel Starkand, managing editor and reporter for Lakers Nation, Dodger Blue, and Rams Wire; we discuss the Lakers' struggles; Anthony Davis being outclassed; can Russell Westbrook improve; how LeBron will look when he returns; the return of THT to the Lakers; Staples Center name change; will Corey Seager head to NYY; will Dodgers re-sign Chris Taylor and/or Max Scherzer; how does Trevor Bauer uncertainty for next year factor in; is MLB headed for a lockout?; the Rams struggle again; can they overcome Robert Woods injury; how will OBJ and Von Miller fit in; what McVay and Morris need to change in bye week
"Camello's Corner" discusses the Lakers' roller coaster first month of the season; their second half issues; more convincing losses than convincing wins; where Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook need to step up; more consistency on both ends; the LA Rams make another big splash signing Pro-Bowl receiver Odell Beckham Jr.; the impact Jalen Ramsey had on his recruitment; what to expect from OBJ after Woods torn ACL injury; should the Dodgers pursue free agent SS Carlos Correa should Corey Seager walk this winter; could Correa be embraced by the LA fans after 2017 cheating scandal
"Camello's Corner" is joined this week by podcast host/sports reporter Vince Samperio of B/R Walk-Off, "Locked On Dodgers," and "Ravine Fiends" Podcast talking the Lakers struggles against Oklahoma City; is it time to worry about the Lakers yet; issues with injuries; Russell Westbrook trying to find his way with this squad; what Von Miller brings to the LA Rams; the awful tragedy of Raiders receiver Henry Ruggs III DUI crash that killed a person; what does Vegas have to do to clean up their image; is Marc Davis and Gm Mike Mayock responsible; could OBJ be headed to Vegas or the Rams after being released by Cleveland; why the Atlanta Braves winning a World Series was huge for the city of Atlanta; what went wrong for the Houston Astros offense in that series; looking ahead to MLB free agency and a potential lockout?
"Camello's Corner" is back to discuss the Dodgers season coming to an end at the hands of the Atlanta Braves in the NLCS; what went wrong for LA and who's to blame; what free agents should the Dodgers prioritize and who should walk; why manager Dave Roberts deserves his share of the blame but still managed well; why this season should still be considered a success; the Lakers blow a huge lead in OKC; the issues on the defensive end; why Anthony Davis is underperforming as a leader; the LA Rams trade DE Kenny Young and could be dealing DeSean Jackson next
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Dodgers' dramatic Game 5 win over the San Francisco Giants; the pitching that dominated throughout the series; time to put some respect on Dave Roberts' name with his strategies; the clutch hitting of Mookie Betts and Cody Bellinger; what to expect in NLCS vs Atlanta Braves again; should the playoff format be tweaked?; NBA reporter/insider Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson of Bally Sports joins me to talk Kyrie Irving, the vaccine, the Brooklyn Nets; Ben Simmons stuck in Philly for now, should he make it work and not want to get traded; is LA Lakers' winless preseason cause for concern; what to expect from LA Rams and LA Chargers this weekend as they head to East coast
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the Dodgers' Wild Card win over the St. Louis Cardinals; the great managing of Dave Roberts in that game; issues or concerns with Max Scherzer after an inefficient performance; The Incline: Dodgers podcast co-host Jake Reiner joins me to discuss the win and upcoming series vs SF Giants in NLDS; the LA Rams defeat Seahawks after rough loss to Cardinals, was the loss actually a good thing; the emergence of the LA Chargers led by Justin Herbert; the Lakers suffer significant loss in training camp, how do they fill that void; and early preseason impressions for Lakeshow
"Camello's Corner" is joined by NBC Los Angeles sports reporter/writer Michael J Duarte to talk about the Clay Helton firing; who could be the next coach of the Trojans; could interim Donte Williams be a candidate if the team does well; the Dodgers embark on a big road trip, could series against Cincy be a good thing or bad thing in potential Wild Card showdown; the status of Chris Taylor and AJ Pollock; what Gavin Lux has meant since being called up again; Trea Turner and Max Scherzer, best trade deadline deal ever?; the Clippers break ground on a new site in Inglewood to be future home arena; the impact on the team and the city; how owner Steve Ballmer is thinking many moves ahead for the future of the club
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the Dodgers' struggling offense; what do with Cody Bellinger at this point who's bat continues to be a problem; what the Dodgers should've done with him in August; where a disappointing road trip leads them in the standings; the future of Clayton Kershaw in LA; the future of Trevor Bauer in the MLB; the Lakers sign veteran center DeAndre Jordan; what he brings to LA; Marc Gasol traded to Memphis; the Matthew Stafford era for LA Rams begins this weekend; what to expect; how much pressure is on Stafford and Sean McVay
"Camello's Corner" is back talking about how the Dodgers were able to get back in first place of the NL West after a sweep of the Atlanta Braves; the biggest series of the season against the San Francisco Giants; how the Dodgers will be tested throughout this final month of the regular season; the importance of bringing back Clayton Kershaw healthy; Lakers bring back veteran Rajon Rondo, what will he bring to the team; why it didn't work with him and the Clippers; the value of his voice, experience, and leadership for this group; what could center DeAndre Jordan bring to the Lakers if bought out; will that spell the end of Marc Gasol's stint in LA
"Camello's Corner" break down the Dodgers sweeping the Padres in San Diego; how the shine has worn off from that rivalry; the terrific pitching they got from their starters and relievers in that series; Kenoley Jansen's milestone; is the NL West crown still in reach; what to expect from Clayton Kershaw when he returns; the LA Rams trade for Sony Michel from New England; what does he bring to LA; was it the best move; the Lakers cut ties with Jared Dudley, will they miss his impact on this squad; could they have offered him an assistant coaching role before he went to Dallas; could we see a Rajon Rondo reunion with the Lakers; other vets that could come to LA following buy outs
"Camello's Corner" is back talking about the Dodgers' recent surge and keeping division hopes alive; MLB writer Jill Painter Lopez joins me to talk how Dodgers have gone on a torrid stretch as they have gotten healthier; the success of their bullpen; can Cody Bellinger get on track in final month of the season; is Max Muncy an MVP finalist; should Shohei Ohtani get both MVP and Cy Young Awards this winter; are Angels better off shutting down Mike Trout the rest of the season; how important is it for Angels to give young players reps before the season is over; are Lakers worst off than they were a year ago?; the value of Russell Westbrook; why the vets are a better fit alongside LeBron and AD; KD and Draymond conversation about what happened in 2019 and who's responsible for KD leaving?
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the historic day for LA Sports on July 29, 2021 courtesy of Washington D.C.; how will Russell Westbrook help the Lakers; what are the concerns with having the Brodie; how will the rest of this roster look; can Lakers keep both Caruso and THT; what will Max Scherzer and Trea Turner bring to the Dodgers; can they provide the necessary jolt needed; should Cody Bellinger be optioned to Triple-A when Trea is healthy; the brilliance and aggression of Andrew Friedman strikes again; can Team USA men's basketball win gold; why people shouldn't criticize Simone Biles
"Camello's Corner" talks about the disappointing extra innings loss to the Rockies; the upcoming series against the 1st place San Francisco Giants; when will Cody Bellinger come alive; getting Corey Seager and Clayton Kershaw back sooner than later; is Mookie Betts' hip injury going to be an issue; who should Dodgers target at July 31 trade deadline; Lakers beat writer Harrison Faigen of "Silver Screen and Roll" joins me to talk what to expect from the Lakers' offseason; could Dame Time be headed to Hollywood; is Kuzma's days numbered in LA; breaking down the NBA Finals; how good or bad will USA Men's Basketball team do in Tokyo Olympics; reviewing "Space Jam: A New Legacy" and how good or bad was the acting of LeBron James in the movie
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the NBA Finals and if Phoenix is still in control or if Milwaukee will storm back because of Giannis; are there concerns for USA Basketball heading into the Tokyo Olympics after 2 tough losses in exhibition play; is Pop still the right guy to lead them to the gold; roster concerns?; Dodgers/Angels beat writer JP Hoornstra of SoCal NewsGroup joins me to discuss the Trevor Bauer sexual assault allegations and the impact it could have on the Dodgers; will Dodgers pursue starting pitching at the trade deadline; the amazing first half of Shohei Ohtani and the Babe Ruth comparisons; did Angels get a stud pitcher in MLB draft; discussing the insensitive remarks from ESPN First Take co-host Stephen A. Smith regarding Ohtani
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson, NBA reporter/insider for Bally Sports, to break down the NBA playoffs; how Ty Lue has kept the Clippers alive with his adjustments; is Kawhi Leonard really unhappy with training staff; where All-Star Damian Lillard could be heading if traded from Portland; are the Lakers in a position to trade for him or are they looking elsewhere; who could replace Jason Kidd on Frank Vogel's coaching staff; is this Milwaukee's best option to win it all this year; was sweep and no-bitter a wake-up call for Dodgers; has Shohei Ohtani surpassed Mike Trout as most popular Angel
"Camello's Corner" talks about how the LA Clippers advance to first ever Western Conference Finals but how far will they get against the Phoenix Suns without Kawhi Leonard; Ty Lue showing his ability to make adjustments; Paul George able to carry more of a load?; Devin Booker comparisons to Kobe Bryant; the Brooklyn Nets can't provide Kevin Durant with enough support in Game 7 loss; how much blame goes on Steve Nash and supporting cast; is this the Bucks' time; how the 76ers collapsed in Game 7 and the future of Ben Simmons in Philly; does Big Ben need a coach or psychologist; the Padres continue to bring their A-game against the Dodgers; LA Sparks All-Star Nneka Ogwumike snubbed from Team USA women's basketball team; Las Vegas Raiders DE Carl Nassib makes NFL history
"Camello's Corner" breaks down how health will be key for the remainder of these NBA playoffs; can the Clippers roll to the Western Conference Finals; how Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are exploding as the series goes on; why the Jazz need Mike Conley to help out Donovan Mitchell; how injuries will impact both the Nets and Sixers in their respective semifinals series; Dodgers beat writer Michael J. Duarte of NBC Los Angeles joins me to talk state of the LA Dodgers; the impact the recent ban on foreign substances could have on them and the rest of the MLB; and Dodger Stadium re-open for full capacity again
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the LA Lakers getting eliminated from the NBA Playoffs by the Phoenix Suns and who's to blame; who will and who should the Lakers keep from this year's team; who should they pursue in free agency; what do AD and LeBron need to do for next season; are the LA Clippers on track for the Western Conference Finals; Kawhi taking a page from 2019; Ty Lue making solid adjustments in thrilling series vs Mavs; how will MLB cracking down on banned substances affect Trevor Bauer and Dodgers rotation
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the LA Lakers and Phoenix Suns first round playoff series tied at 2; Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic breaks down the Anthony Davis injury and the impact it can have on the team; who needs to step up for the Lakers; can LeBron James carry this team without AD; will AD's injury-prone issues be a problem in the future for the Lakers; will Drummond and Schroeder step up for Lakers; the Dodgers struggle in weekend series with SF Giants; how did Cody Bellinger and Zach McKinstry look in their returns; is Mookie Betts playing hurt; Max Muncy and Albert Pujols staying hot
"Camello's Corner" talks about the Lakers facing the Golden State Warriors in the Play-In game; why it's critical for LA to take this game and secure the 7-seed; what could happen if the Lakers lose this game; special guest Jake Reiner of "The Incline Podcast" and "Dodgers Tailgate" joins me to talk the Dodgers adding Albert Pujols and Yoshi Tsutsugo and who needs to step up amidst all these injuries; should they go shopping for a 5th starter or is David Price the guy moving forward; is the NL West going to be this tough all season with the SF Giants stepping up; Kwame Brown's reaction to Gilbert Arenas on "All The Smoke" Podcast and how his videos have all gone viral recently
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the struggles of the LA Lakers in recent weeks and the play-in tourney is a reality; the emergence of Anthony Davis after a tremendous performance against the Suns; the return of LeBron James this week; does Marc gasol need to be this year's Rajon Rondo?; can he and Trez co-exist in same lineup; can Drummond get it together; Dodgers continue to struggle; their offensive is source of all issues; will healthy players help them get on track; was Albert Pujols done dirty by Angels?; why Pujols' release could affect Mike Trout
"Camello's Corner" is joined by Dodgers beat writer/reporter for SoCal News Group JP Hoornstra to talk about the rough stretch the Dodgers are in losing 6 of 8 inlcuding 3 of 4 against Padres; is there a real rivalry brewing between LA and SD; why the offense is so cold; why the bullpen is struggling; what to expect from Kenley Jansen moving forward; poor decision-making from Dave Roberts; the Lakers get back AD but drop 2 in Dallas; what needs to change with their defense; the impact Trez can have; Schroder becoming a floor general ; and LeBron back sooner than we think?
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the dramatic weekend the Dodgers had against their rival Padres in San Diego; David Price a new secret weapon in the bullpen; Kenley Jansen pitching with more velo; should they call up DJ Peters; the brilliance of Julio Urias vs Seattle; Gary Sheffield's comments about the state of today's MLB game; the Lakers can't seem to build on any wins; what to expect when AD gets back; whats going on with Trez?
"Camello's Corner" talks about who on the LA Dodgers deserved a championship ring the most; concerns with their bullpen; how and when to use closer Kenley Jansen; Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic joins me to discuss how the Lakers have been successful on this road trip amidst all of the injuries; what to expect when AD and LeBron return; is Schroder worth $100 million; impressions of Andre Drummond and Ben McLemore; why Shohei Ohtani is the key to Angels' success this season in an open AL West
"Camello's Corner" is back to discuss the Lakers' offensive issues with Bron and AD still out; does Marc Gasol have a right to be frustrated; what to expect when Andre Drummond returns; Lakers sign Ben McLemore for wing depth and much-needed shooting; was MLB right for puling ASG out of Atlanta after new voting bill passed; the Dodgers hot start; Angels a surprise?
"Camello's Corner" examines the rough state the Lakers are in after LeBron's injury; how will the team maintain without King James and AD; who needs to step up; will this change expectations at the trade deadline or buy-out market; the LA Rams sign DeSean Jackson; what will he bring to the Rams offense; how do the Rams recover from their losses on defense; how the Pac-12 has looked superb in the Big Dance; what to expect from USC, UCLA, Oregon, and Oregon State in the Sweet Sixteen
"Camello's Corner" looks at the recent growth in Kyle Kuzma's game; the great production of Montrezl Harrell,; their interest in Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner; what are their center options beyond Andre Drummond; what to expect from Cody Bellinger this season; could this be the final year in LA for Corey Seager; could this be an MVP season for him; the LA Rams keep Leonard Floyd but lose JJ3; who else will Rams be targeting in free agency with limited cap space
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the NBA All-Star weekend in Atlanta; was it a success; the consequences of Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons potentially being exposed to COVID from their barber; how LeBron James looks like the best ASG GM ever; the Nets sign Blake Griffin what to expect from him; will the Lakers land Andre Drummond if hes bought out in Cleveland; Dodgers' new ace can pitch with one eye; David Price willing to sacrifice; Corey Seager extension a priority; what NBA team are the Dodgers similar to?
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest NBA reporter/writer/radio host Brandon "Scoop B" Robinson to talk about the Lakers getting on track, the impact of Dennis Schroder, who they can target at the trade deadline and by out market; are the Utah Jazz the real deal; can the Sixers take out the Nets; what are other names the Nets could target; early impressions of Dodgers spring training' looking at Trevor Bauer, Gavin Lux, and DJ Peters; should Albert Pujols retire; LeBron responds to Zlatan's comments
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest co-host Vince Samperio, host of "Locked On Dodgers" Podcast and "Ravine Fiends" Podcast to talk about the struggles of the tired, short-handed Lakers; how much are the injuries plaguing the squad; who needs to step up and help out LeBron; should they be targeting DeMarcus "Boogie" Cousins and PJ Tucker; who else can they land; what to expect from Dodgers starting rotation and bullpen this season; who else will have an expanded role with Joc and Kike gone; should their be concerns about Trevor Bauer on social media; are the Brooklyn Nets the team to beat in the NBA?
"Camello's Corner" talks about the impact AD's injury will have on the Lakers; who must step up for Lakeshow internally; what are some external options Lakers could acquire on buy-out market or via trade; Dodgers re-sign Justin Turner; what will he provide in next 2 years with the team; should there be concern with Trevor Bauer the pitcher or the man; where could some prominent NBA players like Andre Drummond and Blake Griffin be headed before the season is done
Check out my guest spot with my old friends "Coach B" and "Eternal" on IE SportsNet on Fox Sports Radio AM1350 Riverside/San Bernadino as I'm talking LeBron's fantastic season with the Lakers; the X-factors of the purple and gold; how Kawhi Leonard and Paul George are playing at MVP-caliber levels for Clippers; and the high-level impact of veteran swingman Nicolas Batum
"Camello's Corner" breaks down Super Bowl 55 as Tom Brady wins his 7th SB title leading the Bucs who dominated the defending champion Chiefs; what did the Bucs do well; why the Chiefs struggled; did this game help/hurt legacies; JP Hoornstra, Dodgers beat writer for SoCalNewsGroup, discusses the Dodgers major signing of reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Trevor Bauer; what he brings to LA and the impact he has on this rotation; whats the status with Justin Turner; what's Dodgers' backup plan should JT sign elsewhere; should Anthony Davis' calf be a concern for Lakers; who should they target on buy-out/trade market
"Camello's Corner" is joined by LA sports reporter/writer for Nitecast Media Mick Hamilton to break down the blockbuster quarterback trade between LA Rams and Detroit Lions; did the Rams make the right trade; how will Matthew Stafford fare in Sean McVay's system; can Goff get on track in Detroit; could the Rams defense regress with a number of free agents and a new coordinator; how Brady and the Bucs evolved as the season went on; how their defense could play a factor against a beat-up Chiefs O-line and put pressure on Mahomes; what happened between LeBron and the infamous 'Courtside Karen'; Lakers have successful road trip and Vogel shrinking the rotation; why the MLB HOF voting is very flawed
"Camello's Corner" honors the memory, legacy, and impact of Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna one year after that tragic helicopter crash; what Kobe meant to me; LeBron goes off in Cleveland embodying the Mamba Mentality in the 4th qt; could Lakers' lineup use a shake-up and more size; how Tampa Bay Bucs hit their stride at the right time into an NFC championship; Tom Brady makes history; how the Chiefs continue to be dominant; whats next for Aaron Rodgers and Packers; could Rams make a move to land ARod; honoring the memory of baseball legend Hank Aaron
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Rams' playoff loss to the Green Bay Packers; what went wrong for the Rams; LA sports reporter/writer Michael J. Duarte of NBCLA joins me to discuss the Rams' future at the quarterback position; what free agents will the Rams keep; how will the coaching staff look with DC Brandon Staley gone; should the Dodgers pursue Trevor Bauer; how they are going after former All-Star closer Kirby Yates; what other position players Dodgers could be interested in
"Camello's Corner" kicks off the new year talking about the Lakers' road trip; improvements that need to be made on both ends; why they aren't taking the regular season as seriously as last year; the value of their depth; the LA Rams get into the playoffs thanks to backup QB John Wolford and stellar defense; should Wolf start in Seattle for Wild Card game; should Goff even play if healthy; the LA Chargers fire Anthony Lynn, who should be next HC; LA Dodgers pursuing DJ LeMahieu and move on from Justin Turner?
Nitefall Media sports reporter/writer Chris Camello does a guest spot on the IE SportsNet Show with Coach B and Eternal on Fox Sports Radio AM 1350 talking the state of the Lakers and expectations this early in the season as well as concerns; what are the Dodgers' chances of repeating as World Series champions; should they be concerned with the Padres' recent moves
"Camello's Corner" is back talking about the Lakers up-and-down start to the season; is team defense an early concern; should Schroder be starting; is Vogel still figuring out this squad; LA Rams playoff hopes are dwindling with the loss of Jared Goff and potentially Cooper Kupp; what to expect from John Wolford or Blake Bortles; how the Rams got to this point; should they make the playoffs with these QB issues; the San Diego Padres make a big splash landing two aces pitchers, what dies that mean for them and World Series champion Dodgers?
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the THT phenomena occurring with Lakers through first two preseason games; how does he fit in with fully loaded Lakers squad; what should be the expectations; Giannis signs Supermax to stay in Milwaukee but what could that mean moving forward; James Harden wants out of H-Town, which teams can and should pursue The Beard; LA Rams get impressive complete win over Pats, are they SB contenders? ; the brilliance of Cam Akers; what to expect from Dodgers in offseason moves; savvy flyer pickups for relievers
"Camello's Corner" discusses LeBron's response to Kyrie Irving's comments back in October on Kevin Durant's podcast; why Kyrie has consistently had issues created by his own comments; Paul George and Doc Rivers offer different reasons for 2020 Clippers' 3-1 series collapse to Denver; is PG becoming the new Dwight Howard; the LA Rams get a big win in AZ; is rookie RB Cam Akers becoming the guy; and what LA Chargers need to do to finish the season
"Camello's Corner" breaks down point guard Dennis Schroeder's comments about starting for Lakers; how does this impact the team; LeBron James a Laker for life?; what is Anthony Davis waiting on; is Giannis to LA a real possibility; Rams/Chargers beat reporter Nick Hamilton joins me to discuss the state of the LA Rams and Chargers; a blockbuster NBA trade between Houston and Washington; will it make a difference on either team?
"Camello's Corner" is back to discuss the LA Rams impressive win over Tampa Bay Bucs on MNF; are the Rams the real deal; the La Chargers are led by rookie QB Justin Herbert; can he lead the Chargers moving forward; Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report and Basketball Insiders joins me to discuss the Lakers' and Clippers' offseason additions; should Dodgers trade for Nolan Arenado
"Camello's Corner" talks about potential offseason moves the Lakers can and should make; should they extend Kuz; can they land CP3; how will they be impacted by the earlier start date; who should the Dodgers target this offseason; will they trade for another All-Star player; how is the door open for the LA Rams in NFC West; what to expect against Seattle; LA Chargers continue to lose one-score games; why Herbert is becoming must-see TV
"Camello's Corner" has a special post-World Series edition to break down the aftermath of the Dodgers winning their first World Series championship in 32 years; NBC Sports writer/reporter Michael J. Duarte joins to talk about what happened with the Justin Turner situation after testing positive for COVID; what this World Series meant to both Clayton Kershaw and Kenley Jansen; was this game a loss for analytics after Blake Snell was pulled too soon; potential offseason moves and re-signings for the Dodgers; could they be in the mix for both Trevor Bauer and Nolan Arenado?
"Camello's Corner" breaks down what to expect in Game 6 as Dodgers try to clinch their first World Series championship in 32 years; what to expect from Tony Gonsolin and Blake Snell; how Clayton Kershaw exorcised some postseason demons; Dave Roberts needs to trust his gut more; the Rams with a signature win but how division play is key for playoff hopes; the Chargers finally win a game with Herbert as QB; what would a Dec 22nd start date for NBA season mean for Lakers
Chris Camello drops in on the IE SportsNet Show to talk about the Dodgers trying to fight back in the NLCS vs Atlanta Braves; the comparison to the Dodgers and the '90s Braves; the leadership and defense of Mookie Betts; how closer Kenley Jansen has bounced back; what to expect from Ty Lue as new head coach of the LA Clippers
"Camello's Corner" is back to break down the Dodgers' 3-1 series comeback to defeat the Atlanta Braves in Game 7 of NLCS; the impact of Mookie Betts' leadership and defense; Cody Bellinger's clutch HR to win it; Corey Seagers amazing series to earn MVP honors; Dave Roberts pressing every correct button; NBCLA Dodgers beat writer and reporter Michael J Duarte joins me to break down the NLCS and what to expect in the World Series against the AL champion Tampa Bay Rays
Check out my guest spot on IE SportsNet on Fox Sports Radio AM 1350 San Bernadino/Riverside back on 10-03-20 talking about the Dodgers facing off against the San Diego Padres in the NLDS and what to expect in that series; and how the Lakers are close to defeating the Miami Heat after dominating the first two games of that series
"Camello's Corner" talks about what went wrong for Lakers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals and what needs to improve heading into Game 4; the culture of the Miami Heat wont allow them to end this series without a fight; what to expect from the Dodgers and Padres NLDS; the X-factors for both teams; the LA Rams being underrated or taking advantage of a soft schedule; the LA Chargers drop a tough one to Tampa Bay; how Justin Herbert continues to show hes the guy but for how long?
"Camello's Corner" is back to talk about the Lakers' Western Conference championship defeating the Denver Nuggets in 5 games; the greatness of LeBron James and Anthony Davis throughout these playoffs; what to expect against the Miami Heat in the NBA Finals; the potential concerns of the Dodgers heading into the WC round vs Milwaukee; how the Dodgers' stars must step up; who should Angels pursue after firing GM Billy Eppler; why owner Arte Moreno is the problem; what went wrong for LA Rams and LA Chargers this past weekend
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the issues the LA Clippers had in the semifinals and how they got exposed; how the LA Lakers were able to get back to first WCF since 2010; why LeBron James is being called out by LA County Sheriff Alex Villanueva; how the LA Rams got the first win in new SoFi Stadium against the Cowboys; the impact of their young players; the LA Chargers squeaked by Bengals; the impact of former UCLA product Joshua Kelley; how Joe Burrow was impressive; what to expect in home opener against Chiefs; Candace Parker wins WNBA DPOY for first time
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Lakers/Rockets series; should AD start at the 5; the impact of Rajon Rondo and Markieff Morris; who the Lakers need to account for on the Rockets besides Harden and Westbrook; the Clippers needing to pick up their collective energy after a poor showing in Game 2; should Doc consider playing Joakim Noah to contain the Joker; was hiring Steve Nash the best move for Brooklyn; will we see more diversity among NBA head coaches, including more women
"Camello's Corner" acknowledges the tragic deaths of Lute Olson, John Thompson, Cliff Robinson, and actor Chadwick Boseman; how the league boycott games in light of the Kenosha County shooting; Lakers defeated Portland to advance to 2nd round for first time since 2012; the efficiency of LeBron and AD; what to expect in 2nd round matchup; the Clippers take care of Dallas and advance; could Marcus Morris ejection be a problem down the road; who the Clippers could face in 2nd round; the Dodgers stand pat at the deadline; does the Padres flurry of moves cause any concern?
"Camello's Corner" is joined once again by long time LA sports journalist/reporter Jill Painter Lopez to break down how the Lakers have seized control of the series against Portland; what they need to do to close them out; how 'Playoff LeBron' has been activated; the improvements AD has made in the series; the defensive prowess of Danny Green and KCP; what to expect from Rajon Rondo when he returns; how Luka Doncic is showing toughness and leadership in the playoffs after an OT buzzer-beater; the struggles of Paul George; how the Clippers defense has been their Achilles heal without PBev; the Dodgers have won 11 of 12 after sweeping Rockies; how the team is clicking but should make some internal changes in the rotation; what to expect at the MLB trade deadline; sharing favorite Kobe Bryant memories on 8/24 'Mamba Day'
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest host Jill Painter, longtime LA Sports journalist and reporter to help me preview the Lakers/Blazers 1st round series; what the Lakers must do to contain Dame; how LeBron and AD should dominate the series; what to watch out for in the Mavs/Clippers 1st round series; how the Mavs' will struggle to defend Kawhi and PG13; why this playoff experience is valuable for Luka and KP; recapping the Dodgers/Angels Freeway series; how the Dodgers offense has come to life; is the Angels' season over after the sweep?
Check out my guest spot on "IE Sportsnet" on Fox Sports Radio AM1350 Riverside/San Bernadino as I'm talking about the impact Mookie Betts has had on the Dodgers in this early season; what to expect from the Dodgers pitching staff; and how the new playoff format makes it tough to gauge the favorite; I also talk about what to expect in a Lakers/Blazers series; and how Kyle Kuzma could be a secret weapon on defense for Lakeshow
"Camello's Corner" is joined this week by Dodgers beat writer JP Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group to talk about the state of the team and some of the pros and cons through first 16 games; the Lakers have lost three in a row in the Bubble after clinching the West's number one seed; concerns for Lakeshow on both ends; the Clippers' 2nd unit beat the Blazers; the trash talk occurred after the game; Clips getting Trez back but what to expect
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Lakers' first two games of the Restart and the struggles and positives of the team thus far; how LeBron and AD asserted themselves against the Clippers but came up short against the Raptors; the team's porous 3-point shooting; the solid production of the bench; the Clippers dominate without Lou and Trez; PG-13 looking healthy and in tip-top shape; Kawhi looking like himself after struggling in the scrimmages; the Dodgers looking strong on the road trip; Mookie Betts and Cody Bellinger starting to heat up; the bullpen becoming a strength; Kershaw sharp in debut; the COVID pandemic could impact MLB season further
"Camello's Corner" talks about how the Miami Marlins' outbreak could affect the rest of the MLB season; what changes in health and safety protocols does the league need to make; the Dodgers make long term commitment to Mookie Betts, why it was the right decision; a disappointing finish to opening series vs lowly SF Giants; the pros and cons of MLB playoff expansion; takeaways from the Lakers' scrimmage games; the productivity of Dion Waiters and JR Smith; Lou Williams goes for wings at a gentleman's club on an excused absence and must pay the price
Longtime NBA writer and reporter Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report and Basketball Insiders joins "Camello's Corner" to break down the NBA Bubble; the chances LeBron James wins season MVP and Anthony Davis winning Defensive Player of the Year; what to expect from Kyle Kuzma; how JR Smith and Dion Waiters could have enhanced roles; why this year's champion deserves an exclamation point instead of an asterisk; I also talk the potency of the Dodgers lineup; how some young guys like Mitch White could contribute this year; why the NFL didn't come up with health and safety plans the last 4 months
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Lakers losing Rajon Rondo to a fractured thumb; how does his loss impact the Lakers; who steps up in his absence; Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen shows up to camp after testing positive for COVID; how Joc Pederson has gotten healthier and stronger; Dodgers sign former All-Star closer AJ Ramos; the Woj suspension
"Camello's Corner" breaks down some of the negatives of the NBA Restart; teams shutting down facilities amidst some positive tests; Lakers officially sign JR Smith; what will his impact be on the team; AD speaks about the newest additions; what Lakers need from Dwight Howard if he plays; how Clippers' guard Landry Shamet still plans to play despite testing positive; how all players must asses the risk of playing in all pro sports; Mike Trout still undecided about playing; why other MLB players like Ian Desmond and David Price have opted out; who replaces Price in Dodgers' rotation; how MLB could allow an opt back in
On this special edition of "Camello's Corner," I'm joined by guest Larry Sam, LAPD Reserve officer, to talk about his brief career as an NFL player in the 1970s; how athletes are different now than during his era; comparing how athletes are speaking up and out against social issues; how the LAPD is different now than 40 years ago; why racism still exists in various police agencies; the differences in civil rights protest of the 60's to the Black Lives Matter movement; how reform and change will occur or if it will occur; also we talk Lakers signing JR Smith to replace Avery Bradley; Patriots sign former MVP Cam Newton to 1-year deal
"Camello's Corner" talks about the Kyrie/KD vs Kendrick Perkins beef; why KD crossed the line calling Perk a sellout and the damaging effect that could have; Lakers create a new position and hire Karida Brown as inaugural director of racial equality and action; what her role will be within organization; could this start a trend in the NBA; Jeanie Buss shares racist, hateful letter on social media; how she is stepping up her efforts for the movement; what will the MLB season look like after negotiations failed and how this could be warmup for next CBA battle; Dak Prescott takes fat franchise tender from the Cowboys
"Camello's Corner" is joined this week by NBCLA sports writer/reporter Michael J. Duarte, who helps me break down Kyrie Irving's comments about the players not resuming the season in the bubble in Orlando; how Dwight Howard and Avery Bradley agree with Irving and what that could mean for the Lakers and rest of the league; where LeBron James stands in this movement; how the optics for Rob Manfred and MLB are poor right now as the lockout continues; why a deal hasnt been struck between MLBPA and owners; why more MLB players haven't spoken up; the return of Reggie Bush to USC; why he was penalized so badly the last 10 years; breaking down the Dodgers draft picks
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the recent comments made by New Orleans Saints QB Drew Brees about "disrespecting the flag"; did the apologies actually make him look worse; why Colin Kaepernick is owed an apology from the entire league; the impact of Roger Goodell's apology statement, where it fell short; what will change actually look like in the NFL and in society; what to expect from 8-game regular season schedule in NBA; how important those games are to Lakers; is the latest proposal from MLB to MLBPA the line in the sand?
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Johnny Camello, to break down the senseless murder of George Floyd; how the entire country is responding through protests, riots, and looting; how change will hopefully come out of these protests; the NBA season could likely resume in July but what will it like with latest proposal; will we see an MLB season; Clyde Drexler and Horace Grant respond to 'The Last Dance'
"Camello's Corner" examines the final episodes of 'The Last Dance'; why Jerry Reinsdorf was mostly responsible for the breakup of the Chicago Bulls dynasty over Krause; why Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest player and winner of all-time; what made Phil Jackson truly special and unique as a head coach; how MJ thought the Bulls could come back 1999 for a 7th championship; why the 1998 championship is the sweetest; the challenges the Pacers and Jazz presented in '98; why Blake Snell's comments weren't insensitive; the concerns Larry Nance Jr has about returning to the court; the tragedy surrounding Dwight Howard's family
"Camello's Corner" breaks down episodes 7 and 8 of 'The Last Dance;' how the death of Michael Jordan's father altered MJ's career; why playing baseball helped Jordan's career and life; was Jordan's demanding leadership a positive or a negative; should Scottie Pippen regret his decision to sit out the final play in the 1994 Eastern conference semis vs NY; Pau Gasol talks about his relationship with Kobe Bryant
"Camello's Corner" breaks down episodes 5 and 6 of 'The Last Dance'; the connection and brotherhood formed by Michael Jordan and a 19-year-old Kobe Bryant and how it evolved; what drove MJ to be the best and kill his opponents; why was Isiah Thomas kept off the Dream Team and who was responsible; how MJ was affected by stories of gambling, lack of political involvement, and 'The Jordan Rules' book; how Deloris Jordan changed the shoe game forever; what Andy Dalton signing to Dallas means for Dak Prescott; and Ballmer closes deal on The Forum
"Camello's Corner" is joined by Joe Camello, brother of host Chris Camello as both break down episodes 3 and 4 of 'The Last Dance;' the enigma and talent of Dennis Rodman; his infamous midseason Vegas trip with Carmen Electra; what the 'Bad Boys' Detroit Pistons mean to the Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls; was the walkout of Bill Laimbeer and Isiah Thomas completely classless; how Phil Jackson ended up being the right coach for the Bulls with his personality and triangle offense; Gronk returns to NFL joining TB in TB; Jameis Winstons heads to NO; what Burrow, Tua, and Herbert will mean to their new teams
"Camello's Corner" is joined by Vince Samperio, host of the Locked-On Dodgers podcast and "Ravine Fiends" Podcast to break down episodes 1 and 2 of the Chicago Bulls docuseries 'The Last Dance;' was GM Jerry Krause really a villain; was Scottie Pippen's "selfishness" justified; why didn't owner Jerry Reinsdorf step in more to resolve these internal issues; will we see an MLB season; are the Dodgers the biggest losers if the season is canceled; NFL draft predictions for the LA Chargers and Las Vegas Raiders
"Camello's Corner" break down Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott may throwing a large gathering at his home in Dallas on Easter Sunday violating social-distancing guidelines; how this can impact his health, reputation and contract negotiations; how Donovan Mitchell should end any beef with Rudy Gobert after both were infected with COVID-19; why the MLB season should be canceled and not resume in Arizona; why Jerry Stackhouse didn't like playing with Michael Jordan in Washington in 2003; Deion Sanders trolls Todd Gurley about wearing no. 21 with the Atlanta Falcons
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Jovan Buha, Clipeprs beat writer of The Athletic, to talk what to expect in a potential Clippers/Lakers Western Conference Finals; the impact of Steve Ballmer buying The Forum in Inglewood; how the NBA season could be done; and Kobe Bryant leads a star-studded class for the 2020 Basketball Hall of Fame; I also talk Spectrum and DIRECTV finally striking a deal after 7 years to show the Dodgers' exclusive channel SportsNetLA; why it took so long; why they struck the deal now; will other cable carriers follow suit at this point
"Camello's Corner" examines the idea of the LA Chargers signing free agent quarterback Cam Newton; how Newton would fit in with the Chargers and the city of LA; would they still consider drafting a QB even if they sign Cam; LeBron James asks 'What is sport?' without fans in the possibility of playing NBA games without fans in recent Road Trippin' podcast; Clippers owner Steve Ballmer buys out James Dolan to purchase The Forum; what does that mean for the new Clippers arena moving forward; could Mookie Betts leave the Dodgers via free agency without ever playing an inning for the Blue Crew?
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the ongoing outbreak of the Coronavirus; being forced into self-isolation; the LA Rams cut ties with several key players including Pro-Bowler Todd Gurley; what could Gurley bring to the Falcons; Chargers miss out on Tom Brady who signs with Tampa Bay; who becomes next QB for LAC; Melvin Gordon to Denver Broncos; Vin Scully's comments on Coronavirus with LA Times; two Lakers players test positive for COVID-19 after 4 Brooklyn Nets players tested positive
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the impressive weekend the Lakers had defeating both the Milwaukee Bucks and L.A. Clippers; what these wins mean for the Lakers moving forward; the impressive performances of both LeBron James and Anthony Davis; how the team stepped up on defense; what went wrong for the Clippers and the addition of Joakim Noah; how did Kenny Atkinson get fired by the Brooklyn Nets; who should take over that job
"Camello's Corner" is joined by writer/reporter Jill Painter Lopez of Fox Sports West and the AP as she breaks down the LA Dodgers and LA Angels of Anaheim spring training so far and expectations for the season for both clubs; she also gives her prediction for the USC/UCLA basketball game this weekend in the regular season finale; LeBron's huge performance in New Orleans and his postgame chat with rookie phenom Zion Williamson; what LeBron means to the younger generation of star players
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Lakers' big win over the Boston Celtics; why Lakers shouldn't feel bad for drafting Lonzo Ball over Jayson Tatum; how the national media gives more respect to the LA Clippers over the Lakers despite worse play recently; how Rajon Rondo and Kyle Kuzma will be X-factors for Lakers; what to expect in Kobe and Gianna Bryant Memorial
"Camello's Corner" has a loaded show breaking down an exciting NBA All-Star weekend in Chicago; Aaron Gordon and Derrick Jones Jr put on a show during Dunk Contest but why the judges got it wrong; the new All-Star game format proved to be successful with an exciting, intense finish; the heart-warming tributes to Chicago, Kobe Bryant, and David Stern; the comments of Cody Bellinger regarding the Astros' apologies and Carlos Correa's repsonse; the responses of other players and why Commissioner Rob Manfred got the Astros' punishment wrong
"Camello's Corner" is joined this week by NBA/MLB writer/reporter Doug Padilla formerly of ESPN, Chicago Sun-Times, and Southern California News Group to break down the 3-team mega deal that landed the Dodgers Mookie Betts, David Price, and 2 prospects; we break down what the Boston Red Sox and Minnesota Twins received as well; what Marcus Morris brings to the Clippers; why the Lakers stood pat and refused to move Kyle Kuzma; how they lost out on Darren Collison; who the Lakers/Clippers go after on the buy-out market
"Camello's Corner" is joined this week in-studio by LA sports reporter/podcaster Vince Samperio, who breaks down Super Bowl 54; the comeback magic of Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs; the legacy of head coach Andy Reid; the faults of Jimmy G and Kyle Shanahan; also break down the moving and emotional tribute to Kobe Bryant at Staples Center and the great speech of LeBron James; how his death could give Lakers team more motivation to go far this season; what should the Dodgers be willing to give up and take back in a Mookie Betts deal with Boston
"Camello's Corner" is joined in studio by Nick Hamilton, LA sports reporter for Nitefall Media, as we discuss the tragic deaths of Kobe and Gigi Bryant as well as the 7 other victims on that helicopter; the impact of Kobe in the NBA and how will he be remembered; how the entire world is hurting from this tragic loss; how inspirational Kobe was to everybody, sports fans and non-sports fans alike
"Camello's Corner" returns for the first show of 2020 breaking down the Lakers horrendous loss to the Boston Celtics on 5-game Grammy road trip; should they trade Kyle Kuzma for Derrick Rose; do they wait to sign Darren Collison; the Clippers are winning but don't appear to be having fun, a concern?; should they consider trading Montrezl Harrell; why the LA City Council is wasting their time getting the 2017 and 2018 World Series trophies to the Dodgers; why Dodgers aren't the only victims
Chris Camello jumps on the "IE Sportsnet" to talk about the Lakers/Clippers game on Christmas Day; the evolution of Kawhi Leonard as a player and leader; how Kobe Bryant has impacted Kawhi's career; how the Lakers need to improve against the Clippers
"Camello's Corner" is joined by MLB reporter JP Hoornstra of the Southern California News Group to break down free agency for both the LA Dodgers and LA Angels of Anaheim; how Rendon will help the Angels; where the Dodgers can still improve the team despite missing on some big name FA's; the LA Rams playoff hopes are all but gone after a whooping in Cowboy Country; the Lakers continue to win despite some shaky games on this road trip
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the MLB Winter Meetings and how the Yankees, Dodgers, and Angels are all trying to make a big splash in free agency' why Yankees and Angels need Cole; why Dodgers should shift focus to MVP-finalist Anthony Rendon; the LA Rams with a big win over the Seahawks to keep playoff hopes alive, why Sean McVay was an "idiot;" the Lakers keep winning and look more like a family than a team; Anthony Davis wins Player of the Week, how hes doing it all
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Lakers big win over the Denver Nuggets after a tough loss to the Dallas Mavericks; how this team continues to come together behind AD and LeBron; the Clippers continue their great stretch despite their tough loss to Spurs; the Rams' playoff hopes are slim but did their offense figure something out with Goff and Gurley; will Dodgers land a prominent free agent this winter?
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the USC win over UCLA this past weekend; the future of coach Clay Helton and whether the school will look to Urban Meyer; the LA Rams embarrassing loss to Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens; where Sean McVay goes from here and how the team's playoff hopes are really dim; the Lakers continue to roll to 8-straight wins and now AD returns to NO; and the Clippers start more impressive than Lakers?
"Camello's Corner" returns after a week sabbatical to talk about the MLB MVP Awards going back to Southern California as Cody Bellinger wins his first NL MVP Award and Mike Trout wins 3rd AL MVP; the cheating scandal of the Houston Astros and what their punishment should be; the Lakers continuing to roll to best record in NBA; the Clippers getting Paul George back; the LA Rams keep playoff hopes alive with win thanks to Todd Gurley; and Colin Kaepernick works out to try and get back into the NFL
"Camello's Corner" talks about the recent early season success of the Lakers; the re-emergence of Dwight Howard as a defensive force; LeBron James and Anthony Davis continue to lead the way; the return of Kyle Kuzma to the lineup; LA Clippers out to a strong start led by Kawhi Leonard; when Paul George might be returning; the LA Chargers with a huge win over Green Bay Packers but still can't draw more home fans
"Camello's Corner" is joined by guest co-host Vince Samperio breaking down the first week of the NBA season for Lakers and Clippers and their early successes and improvements; how the road team has dominated the World Series and the Nationals lost their offense in DC and Houston found theirs; the Angels hire Joe Maddon, what he brings to the organization; the LA Rams looking better after another win; the Oakland Raiders could be alive in playoff race; what could happen at the NFL Trade Deadline for both teams
"Camello's Corner" talks about the LA Rams acquiring Pro-Bowl cornerback Jalen Ramsey and the impact he makes on and off the field; how the Rams can build on their win over Falcons; the Chargers with a tough loss in Tennessee and the season could be in jeopardy for LAC; Astros with emotional walk-off win to secure the AL Pennant, what to expect in the World Series and how Jose Altuve remains the heart of the team; what to expect from the Lakers and Clippers battle on Opening Night
"Camello's Corner" is joined by co-host Nick Hamilton of Nitefall Media and longtime LA sports reporter to break down the poor performances of the Rams and Chargers in their respective home losses this weekend; also special guest Joe Arrigo of Franchise Sports Media comes on to talk about the Dodgers stunning NLDS exit to the Nationals, who's to blame, and what changes LA must make this offseason
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the LA Dodgers taking a 2-1 series lead over the Washington Nationals; veteran Russell Martin comes through with a big game as team struggles offensively; LA sports and entertainment reporter Nick Hamilton joins me to break down the Dodgers/Nats series, the value of vets in October, the state of the LA Rams and Chargers, and the recent firing of Sparks GM Penny Toler; also talk Rams loss but why the glass is half-full; Lakers look great in preseason opener
"Camello's Corner" was joined by co-host Vince Samperio of "Locked On Dodgers" podcast to break down Dodgers' 25-man roster going into NLDS; who from Nationals and Brewers present bigger challenge to LA; the AL Wild Card game and divisional round series; the pros and cons of Joe Maddon managing the Angels and what other jobs he could entertain; the Lakers and Clippers training camps, early impressions of both teams, and what to expect this season from both
"Camello's Corner" quickly recaps wild weekend for LA sports teams; the Dodgers get 100 wins and why fans should appreciate this era for Blue Crew beyond just getting a World Series championship; the struggles of Kenley Jansen but how the bullpen and starting rotation will shake out in October; how many awards the Yankees and Astros could take home this winter and how they could face off in ALCS; the saga of Antonio Brown getting cut by Patriots and how his NFL career could be over or not?
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest JP Hoornstra, Dodgers beat writer for the Southern California New Group talking all things Dodgers as they head to the playoffs next month; the LA Rams defeat the New Orleans Saints in a rematch of last year's NFC Championship; Jared Goff still not in rhythm but Cooper Kupp remains a huge target; Todd Gurley starting to round into form; Kevin Durant's odd comments about the Warriors in a recent magazine interview
"Camello's Corner" returns and tries to make sense of everything that happened with Antonio Brown in Oakland; how he compares to TO, Randy Moss, and Chad Ocho Cinco; how New England is his last chance with Brady and Belichick to keep him in line; breaking down the Rams in Week 1 win over Panthers; why Goff has to step it up with new contract and higher expectations; how Gurley looked great when Rams needed him most; Dodgers starters struggling but should it be a concern or just fatigue
"Camello's Corner" talks about the sudden retirement of Colts QB Andrew Luck two weeks before the season; how injuries denied him a longer career; Lakers sign Dwight Howard to non-guaranteed contract; what to expect from Howard with LA this time around; why it's his last chance in NBA; Dodgers drop 2 of 3 to Yankees but no real cause for concern; Yankees starters will be X-factor in playoffs and proved it this past weekend
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the tragic injury to DeMarcus Cousins after he tore his left ACL during a pickup game in Vegas; how this injury impacts Cousins' season and career moving forward; who the Lakers will and should look at to replace him on the team; how Dwight Howard and the Lakers could reunite; Dodgers lose pitcher Julio Urias to a 20-game suspension for punishment for domestic issue; how that impacts the team; the rough outing for Dustin May; why Cody Bellinger should be MVP
"Camello's Corner" talks about the issues of Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen after a blown save last weekend; why it may not be a huge deal; if lefty Rich Hill doesn't return to the rotation, Dustin May could be a playoff X-factor; how highly touted prospect Gavin Lux could play a role on team in October; is Kyle Kuzma ready to emerge as a third star for Lakers while working out with Team USA this summer; how Team USA could fare in 2019 FIBA World Cup tournament
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Michael J. Duarte, Dodgers beat writer for NBC LA to break down what happened to the Dodgers at the deadline; how the bullpen could improve internally, and the value and potential of prospects such as Gavin Lux, Dustin May, and Will Smith; also break down David Griffin's comments about LeBron James and their time together in Cleveland and the damage control he tried to do
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the MLB Trade Deadline as it relates to the LA Dodgers; which relievers they are still in play for; why they should make a play for Thor if they can't land a stud reliever; Kenley Jansen and incumbent relievers need to be better; the Vegas odds for win totals for Lakers and Clippers; the Clippers finding a new home in Inglewood; carrying out Jerry West's blueprint for success; why Lakers should land Andre Iguodala
"Camello's Corner" entitled "Going All-In" is joined by Harrison Faigen, Lakers writer/reporter for "Silver Screen and Roll" on SB Nation breaking down all things Lakers; were Jerry West's recent comments about the Clippers organization throwing shade at the Lakers?; what pop culture icons are West and Kawhi Leonard comparable to; which prospects are Dodgers willing to part ways with at the MLB Trade Deadline in order to address their bullpen needs
"Camello's Corner" was dubbed "The Endless Summer" with another blockbuster trade in the NBA as Houston Rockets traded Chris Paul and draft picks to Oklahoma City Thunder for Russell Westbrook, reuniting Westbrook with James Harden; I break down how those two will co-exist and have success in H-Town; what happens to CP3 and potential landing spots for him; Anthony Davis intro press conference with Lakers and what he has to do to be successful in LA; why pressure shifts to head coach Frank Vogel; and what are Dodgers willing to give up to fix bullpen issues with MLB Trade Deadline around the corner
"Camello's Corner" analyzes "The Seismic Shift" that occurred when Kawhi Leonard stunned the NBA world choosing to sign with the LA Clippers; how they were able to pry Paul George from the Thunder with a haul of draft picks; how the Lakers added some significant pieces after Kawhi made decision; the importance of Kyle Kuzma for the Lakers as the 3rd option; what's next for Russell Westbrook and the OKC Thunder after PG13 trade
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Greg Bergman, producer of the "Mason and Ireland" Show on 710 ESPN radio, to break down all of the latest NBA free agency news; where the Lakers stand on landing free agent Kawhi Leonard to create a super team in LA; why Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant chose the Brooklyn Nets; the initial winners and losers of free agency including the Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, Philadelphia Sixers, Golden State Warriors, New Orleans Pelicans, Utah Jazz and Milwaukee Bucks.
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the winners/losers of the NBA Draft last week; what the Lakers next moves should be after acquiring Anthony Davis, should they go after another max-level star player or fill out roster with assortment of role players; the Clippers posting billboards to attract Kawhi Leonard in free agency; what their Plan B should be should Kawhi stay in Toronto; the issues with Kyrie Irving in Boston and the chances he and Kevin Durant team up in Brooklyn; the Dodgers continuing to roll to 6 straight wins after 3 straight walk-off wins thanks to their rookies
"Camello's Corner" was joined by special guest Eric Pincus, NBA writer for Bleacher Report, who breaks down the blockbuster trade of Anthony Davis to the LA Lakers; how the trade helps the New Orleans Pelicans; what the Lakers' next move/moves should be in building a roster around LeBron and AD; the chances they land another superstar in free agency in Kemba Walker, Kyrie Irving, or possibly recent champion and Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard; also get into some Dodgers talk winning 3 out of 4 over the Cubs last weekend
Check out my interview on "PrimeTime in ATL" show talking NBA Finals, the Kevin Durant injury, how the Lakers can acquire Anthony Davis, and what Dallas Keuchel means to the Atlanta Braves, and who else they need to get to secure NL East title
"Camello's Corner" break down the first games of the NBA Finals; what both teams will need to do to win this series; how injuries to KD and Kawhi are impacting the series and free agency this summer; how the Lakers could land both DeMarcus Cousins and Jimmy Butler should a trade for Anthony Davis fall through; how well the Dodgers continue to play to start this season after a sweep over the Phillies
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Eric Pincus, longtime NBA writer for Bleacher Report who breaks down the NBA Finals between Toronto and Golden State; the ramifications of this series for impending free agents Kawhi Leonard and Kevin Durant; the reaction to Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka's recent comments toward each other on national TV; how this drama and dysfunction affects the Lakers in free agency; also get into Lakers' free agent prospects like Kyrie Irving and why they should still go after Anthony Davis; some Dodgers talk as well after 6-2 road trip
"Camello's Corner" had a lit week talking about Magic Johnson's candid interview on "First Take" on ESPN talking about the issues in Lakers' front office particularly GM Rob Pelinka's betrayal and backstabbing; the issues with owner Jeanie Buss being indecisive; and where LA goes from here as they really were exposed; Pelinka's reaction to Magic's comments during introductory presser for new head coach Frank Vogel; what Vogel brings to Lakers and how he and new associate head coach Jason Kidd could work together; Warriors going to 5th straight NBA Finals after sweep over Portland; what makes them special and how effective they've been amidst injuries to KD and Boogie
Chris Camello makes a guest appearance on IE Sports Net show on Fox Sports Radio 1350AM last Saturday to talk about how Lakers next move after securing 4th overall pick in 2019 NBA Draft should be to make a trade to land Anthony Davis; also talk about what makes Clippers more attractive destination for free agents mainly Kevin Durant and Kawhi Leonard
"Camello's Corner" talked about the Lakers hiring Frank Vogel as their new head coach, what he will bring to the team; Jason Kidd being brought in as associate head coach; how the Vogel/Kidd dynamic will work; how the front office bungled the Tyronn Lue hire; the dysfunction of the front office and owner Jeanie Buss has become obvious to fans and media alike; the future of the Celtics and Rockets after their elimination; the crushing Game 7 loss for the Sixers and Embiid's reaction; the greatness of Kawhi Leonard and Giannis Antetounkmpo in these playoffs; the Warriors playing well without KD; Blazers Game 7 win over Nuggets; and some Dodgers talk with weekend series split with Nationals
"Camello's Corner" is joined by guest Jovan Buha, Clippers beat writer for The Athletic talking everything Clippers and what their prospects are in landing two elite free agents this summer such as Kevin Durant and/or Kawhi Leonard; how either would fit with locker room and team culture; what their backup plan could be in free agency; I also talk about LeBron James and Lonzo Ball's reaction to Magic Johnson's departure from Lakers on next episode of "The Shop" on HBO; Ty Lue looking like heavy favorite to be next Lakers head coach as Monty Williams took Suns' job; and some Dodgers talk coming off 3-3 road trip
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Houston Rockets/Golden State Warriors Game 1 with controversial missed calls, how that will impact the rest of the series; the amazing play of Kevin Durant to end the series against the LA Clippers and in Game 1 vs Rockets; the play of Draymond Green who's stepped his game up the last 2 games; the complaints of James Harden and Chris Paul; the Clippers great season and even more promising future; the Eastern Conference semifinal series predictions; and Cody Bellinger breaking all kinds of MLB records as the team has won 11 of 14
"Camello's Corner" is joined by special guest Greg Bergman, producer of "Mason and Ireland" show on 710 ESPN radio talking the state of the Dodgers during their 15-9 start; the Lakers' head coaching search as they interview Ty Lue, Monty Williams, and Juwan Howard; how the David Griffin hire as president of basketball operations for the New Orleans Pelicans impacts a potential Anthony Davis trade for the Lakers; why Kevin Durant could consider the Clippers this season; breaking down the NBA playoffs first round series
"Camello's Corner" talks about the Lakers drama that unfolded last week with Magic Johnson stepping down as president of basketball operations; the issues between Magic, Rob Pelinka, and Jeanie Buss; what Lakers next move should be as far as front office personnel; David Griffin takes over as president of basketball operation for New Orleans Pelicans and what that means for Anthony Davis trade and Lakers; the candidates for Lakers next head coach after Luke Walton and LA "mutually parted ways"; breaking down NBA playoff first round series; and Dodgers recent struggles and upcoming series
"Camello's Corner" talks about the Lakers season coming to a close with their band of G-League call-ups stepping up; LeBron James having 2 sit-down interviews in a span of a few days to talk about the future of him and the Lakers; the questionable timing of those interviews; the Dodgers out to a strong start but embark on a tough month of NL contenders
"Camello's Corner" speaks about the tragic death of LA rapper and activist Nipsey Hustle, the senseless beating of a fan outside of Dodger Stadium, the Lakers shutting down LeBron James and how huge this offseason is for LeBron and the organization; the greatness of Zion Williamson; the Dodgers out to a good start but relievers Joe Kelly and Pedro Baez have struggled so far; bullpen could be an issue
"Camello's Corner" talks about how the Lakers whiffed by not adding Jerry West when he was available and interested in reuniting with the Lakers; how West could have helped Jeanie Buss, Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka build this roster around LeBron James; joined by special guest Dodgers reporter Michael J. Duarte of NBCLA to talk everything Dodgers going into 2019 season; the impact of the Harper, Trout, and Machado mega-deals on MLBPA
"Camello's Corner" breaks down the Lakers' inexcusable loss to the NY Knicks after blowing a late 11-point lead; LeBron James and team struggles in the 4th qt including the final 2 plays; the negative comments of Knicks TV analyst Walt "Clyde" Frazier regarding LeBron not being in huddle; how poor the Lakers continue to play while the Clippers have thrived; the tier 2 free agents like Jimmy Butler and Kemba Walker could be more attainable for Lakers this offseason and potentially better fits next to LeBron
"Camello's Corner" breaks down a disappointing home stand and a 5-game losing streak before they hit their road trip; Brandon Ingram and Lonzo Ball being shut down for the remainder of season due to injuries; LeBron on a minutes restriction; the prospect of tanking to get into top-10 for lottery; who they should get next summer in free agency and how Kyrie Irving is the lynch-pin to everything; the Dodgers' injury updates during spring training
"Camello's Corner" breaks down who's to blame for their struggles in the midst of what's become a lost season; ownership, front office, coaching, and players all deserve their piece of the blame pie; how the Clippers have outclassed the Lakers recently; the Bryce Harper signing with the Phillies, why he did it; Dodgers dealing with another Kershaw injury with shoulder problems
"Camello's Corner" was joined by special guest Eric Pincus, longtime NBA reporter/writer for Bleacher Reporter and co-host of "Hollywood Hoops" podcast talking about the state of the Lakers, LeBron James' comments to the media, the Anthony Davis saga in New Orleans, and the issues with Kyrie Irving and the Boston Celtics. I also talk about the Dodgers re-engaging in talks with FA Bryce Harper and how it has become two-team race with them and Phillies; also the shoulder discomfort of ace Clayton Kershaw
"Camello's Corner" talks about the record-breaking contract free agent slugger Manny Machado signed with the San Diego Padres; how this contract impacts the young Padres and fellow free agent star Bryce Harper; why the Phillies will likely land Bryce; breaking down the FA process and why things need to change in the MLB come next CBA; a recap of NBA All-Star weekend in Charlotte; the relationship of LeBron and Luke Walton; why Tyronn Lue could be Lakers next head coach; and what the team needs to do to make playoffs in 2nd half of season