Nintendo 64 Sessions: Hours were spent mastering Super Mario 64, GoldenEye 007, Zelda, Pokemon stadium and one of the all timers in Super Smash Bros. I remember so clearly how good we thought the graphics were on GoldenEye. Do your self a favour and google it. Shows us how far we have come.

The Lakers are 9-5 down the stretch, claiming 3rd on the Power Ranks, and this team has been touted as being up the top of the standings all year after acquiring the alien from the Pacers, and boasting one of the most talented teams in the land. It wasn't clicking precisely, though, and Justin could see that, so he wasn't afraid to make some big time moves through the year to keep the dream alive this year but also look nicer for the future. Also, to acquire depth and certainty. Kawhi out, Ingram in. Zion out, Draymond and DeRozan in. Big time moves, for a team looking to go all the way.

I am a passionate person and if I do something, I like to do it very well. Yes, I can fly off the handle a little bit but I always come back around and repay with kindness, compassion and respect. But I do not suffer fools. I want someone who I can achieve high levels of success with and I won’t stop until I find both that partner and the level of success that I covet.

Lone Wolf McQuade - Controlled chaos—one alpha doing the damage while the rest fall in line.

8 Mile - "You only get one shot, do not miss your chance to blow." One shot. That's all they need. This team lives and dies by their top-end talent when the star is cooking, nobody in the league can match them and the stat sheet reads like a rap battle they just won by disemboweling the opponent. When the Wemby cools off or is injured, it's Radio Raheem levels of rough. High floor, impossibly high ceiling and the kind of fantasy team that makes Monday morning feel like a standing ovation in a Detroit rap battle. Lose yourself in the matchup. The music, the moment, they can own it.

The Charismatic Veteran: Has the generational presence of Victor Wembanyama - students are in awe every lesson. The class might feel unpredictable at times, but when you’ve got that kind of once-in-a-lifetime talent, everything just works anyway. Think Dead Poet's Society level trust and respect.

Cade/Chet/Kessler/WCJ/Clayton Jnr FOR Wemby/Donte/Nurk/Rozier/Tillman. I mean... It kind of goes without saying doesn't it? The Lakers would've STILL been more then solid with the players they sent out if this move didn't end up going down.. BUT in terms of staying true to the title, pun intended... I'd be hard pressed to find another deal, that meets the requirements, of being a true turning point for a franchise. The cherry on top was the rest of the 'trade filler' included in the deal in the way of guys like Nurk and Donte. BOTH guys are more then solid in game and proved to be very handy for the Lakers, filling legitimate rotational minutes.

Barefoot on luscious grass - Whether is the grounding feeling, being connected to the earth or just how nice it feels on the bottom of your feet, but walking barefoot in freshly cut pristine grass is definitely one of the little things that brings you joy. The lakers moves over the last few seasons are defintitely paying off, but they arent done. The newly acquired Demar Derozan and Draymond green will add some sturdy veteran depth to an already deep squad. I bet the lakers GM feels like he is constantly walking barefoot on that grass at the moment.

We're going on a few weeks now of 6th Man Zion, and while the numbers dont scream out, the team is absolutely rolling right now. A risk initially, has now proven to be exactly what the Lakers needed.

Gladiator (2000) – not perfect, but when they’re rolling it’s pure arena dominance. You remember the first time you watch this - chills! Hans Zimmer never sounded so good - Lakers are on the war path! Are you not entertained!?

I mean, this team has the Alien and for that alone they're probably great. As Stephen A Smith would say "He's AVERAGING FORTY" and as long as Wemby is healthy, GOOD LUCK.

Captain of the Sports Team- Well known amongst the school community and looked upon with envy by guys and girls alike, his every move is talked about after the big game. He cares more about his performance on the field than his grades but maintains good grades to ensure he always has options. Everyone is wondering will he hit the big time?

Optimus Prime - Veteran leader with flashes of dominance. When the stars rev up, they’re elite— but you manage the mileage. Lakers are finding that out... with some surprises along the way. Lakers will be wanting to change the 7-5 run. A Week 9 retool could be the fix.

Crazy in Love – Beyoncé featuring Jay-Z Electric and passionate, it captures exhilaration and intensity. The theme is overwhelming momentum, like a team performing at peak energy and focus. This is how the gm feels about their star player in Wemby. Till death do they part

Chiodos:The Lakers mirror Chiodos in the most frustrating way possible; unmistakably unique, wildly talented, and never fully able to become what they should have been. Chiodos stood apart in post-hardcore by incorporating piano into their sound, something virtually unheard of in heavier rock music, adding elegance and drama to music that was already technical and emotional. That same contrast defines this Lakers roster. Zion Williamson, Kawhi Leonard, and Victor Wembanyama form a core unlike anything else in the league, blending star power, upside, and rare skill, with Amen Thompson serving as the connective, do-everything piece. Yet, like Chiodos’ constant lineup changes, internal tension, and instability that stalled their ascent, the Lakers are perpetually disrupted by availability issues and an inability to sustain continuity. The potential is obvious. But due to constant injuries, the execution rarely is.

The Chariot: Symbolizes determination, focused effort, and victory through discipline. Overcoming obstacles by staying in control. Coming off the high of the Wemby-heist, and a solid win streak, the Lakers have been whacked with misfortune. When the ride is bumpiest, that's when you really need to hold on.

Terry Rozier getting arrested for a betting scandal is already mad — but the funniest part is imagining him sprinting down the street with Tony Soprano chasing him, shouting, ‘Don’t you dare snitch on the family!’ Rozier’s out here allegedly faking injuries, fixing bets, running this whole undercover operation… he wasn’t a point guard, he was an extra from The Sopranos who accidentally wandered onto an NBA court. Absolute comedy.

Childhood Reference: That unfair kid who grew too early. The Lakers are the giant Grade-6er in a Grade-4 league. Victor Wembanyama is blocking shots like he’s swatting foam rockets out of the sky. IS this legal!? He has a beard at 8 years old!? The Lakers can hurt you with all their weaponery, and with the glitch code that is Wemby, they will have you whining that genetics wasn't as kind to you!