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Perk says ‘the future of Lakers is Luka NOT LeBron’🗣️👀 + Are the Bucks keeping Giannis? | First Take

On First Take, Evan Cohen, Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and David Dennis Jr. discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks, LeBron opting into his player option with the Lakers and much more. 0:00 Will the Bucks be able to keep Giannis? 3:30 Perk’s reaction 7:55 Rich Paul’s comments on LeBron’s future 11:05 David Dennis…

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On First Take, Evan Cohen, Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and David Dennis Jr. discuss Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks, LeBron opting into his player option with the Lakers and much more.

0:00 Will the Bucks be able to keep Giannis?
3:30 Perk’s reaction
7:55 Rich Paul’s comments on LeBron’s future
11:05 David Dennis Jr. reacts
14:00 What teams would be interested in LeBron?

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25 Comments

  1. @Wetbanyama

    June 30, 2025 at 5:44 pm

    Perk is truly a modern renaissance man 👨🏿‍🏫

  2. @Robert-bx3xn

    June 30, 2025 at 5:53 pm

    WOW…….😂

  3. @user-EB2016

    June 30, 2025 at 5:58 pm

    The same man that was saying Russ career was over 3 years ago is now saying his pickup could be a difference maker for the Bucks.

    Kendrick Perkins ladies and gentlemen.

  4. @David-qj5jp

    June 30, 2025 at 6:07 pm

    He needed sources to tell him how long Portis played for the Bucks 😂

  5. @torpedohost

    June 30, 2025 at 6:11 pm

    bs bronny is the future

  6. @teddyroundz5584

    June 30, 2025 at 6:18 pm

    Duh LeBron 40 dude !!!!

  7. @nyzair0525

    June 30, 2025 at 6:24 pm

    Perk… Duh… your takes are the worst

  8. @basketballblablabla

    June 30, 2025 at 6:25 pm

    Its pretty obvious to me Lebron wants to agree on a buy out and then go to another team with a favorable situation. That way he gets his money and gets to play where he wants. Lebron cares about his money first

  9. @watdaep

    June 30, 2025 at 6:57 pm

    lebron to the cavs, gianiss to the lakers, plus a third team trade.

  10. @teonph925

    June 30, 2025 at 6:58 pm

    LeBron James Championship Analysis

    The Pattern of Success

    LeBron’s championship runs reveal a consistent pattern: he requires elite supporting talent to capture titles. His track record demonstrates that when he takes credit for victories, failures are attributed to his teammates’ shortcomings.

    This isn’t strategic genius—it’s a dependency on All-Star caliber players to achieve championship success.

    Championship career highlights

    Cleveland Cavaliers (2016) – 1 Championship
    • Kyrie Irving: 22 PPG average
    • Kevin Love: 17 PPG, 10 RPG (double-double production)

    Miami Heat (2012-2013) – 2 Championships
    • Dwyane Wade: 22 PPG average
    • Chris Bosh: 17 PPG average
    • Ray Allen: 10 PPG average (down from 19 PPG pre-Miami)

    Los Angeles Lakers (2020) – 1 Championship*
    • Anthony Davis: 24 PPG, elite rebounding
    • Rajon Rondo: 21 PPG average
    • Support from Dwight Howard
    *Bubble championship conditions

    Current Situation (2025)

    Entering the 2025 playoffs, the Lakers are heavily favored against the Timberwolves, featuring:
    • Luka Dončić in his prime
    • Austin Reaves contributing 20 PPG

    Result: gentleman 🧹

    The Challenge Ahead

    For a potential 2026 championship run, LeBron will need even more help given the Western Conference’s competitive landscape.

    The conference’s powerhouse teams aren’t disappearing, making the path increasingly difficult.

    2026 Season Prediction

    First round exit

    The pattern suggests that without overwhelming talent advantages, championship success becomes unlikely.

    This analysis is presented as an unbiased examination of statistical patterns and team compositions throughout LeBron James’ championship history.

  11. @alexlee4316

    June 30, 2025 at 7:18 pm

    DDJ is spot on if Westbrook is the missing piece then u showed u lost already… Godson across the belly!

  12. @jaminglasscox

    June 30, 2025 at 7:52 pm

    denver has won free agency so far.

  13. @druzo26

    June 30, 2025 at 7:56 pm

    You don’t say Perkins! Luka is the future and not LeBron?😮😂😂😂😂

  14. @ChristopherBruton-q4n

    June 30, 2025 at 8:46 pm

    LeBron values a chance at winning it all? The same LeBron that asked what’s with ring culture? Mannnn this dude lol

  15. @alexsmith3518

    June 30, 2025 at 8:48 pm

    Luka is not going anywhere. He told me personally. He’s staying in Los Angeles with the Lakers for his career

  16. @alexsmith3518

    June 30, 2025 at 9:00 pm

    😂😂😂😂 I don’t know what’s funnier the sarcasm or hearing diddy jokes

  17. @justexquisite457

    June 30, 2025 at 9:02 pm

    The future of Los Angeles Lakers is not Luka… Stop tripping, B!?

  18. @NeonTownExchange_Jack

    June 30, 2025 at 9:03 pm

    Perk should be ashamed for involving himself with this bs

  19. @christopherwarburton

    June 30, 2025 at 9:08 pm

    Wow, Luka is the future of Lakers, I didn’t know that! Thanks for telling us that Captain Obvious! 😂

  20. @Antonio-di4zc

    June 30, 2025 at 9:10 pm

    Still on 40 year old LeBron James sac, just shows the greatness of LeBron. Lebron been keeping these talking bobble heads paid. They are dreading the day LeBron retires. They really need to start piling on KD, James Harden the list goes on. Wemby no more excuses for you when you return.

  21. @NolieMarquez

    June 30, 2025 at 9:16 pm

    Rob pelingka is the worst GM today!!!!

  22. @paullee9277

    June 30, 2025 at 9:41 pm

    Perk you are a sell out pos

  23. @takeoverruss206

    June 30, 2025 at 10:35 pm

    Save Kendrick Perkins at all cost…

  24. @TeacherLegendary

    June 30, 2025 at 10:39 pm

    If lebron go to the Spurs they win a ring.

  25. @khoado123

    June 30, 2025 at 11:06 pm

    Amazing take Perk. Focusing on a 27 year old superstar instead of 41. Wow who would have thought

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