The Herd with Colin Cowherd Best of The Herd
Apr 6, 2026
Chris Broussard, sports analyst and First Things First co-host, weighs in on Lakers roster problems, coaching critiques, and NBA futures. Mark Few, Gonzaga head coach and new Hall of Famer, discusses college powerhouses, coaching culture, and prospects like Cooper Flagg. They dig into roster construction, transfer impacts, and how coaching decisions shape wins.
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Lakers Roster Fragility Exposed By Injuries
- The Lakers' injuries exposed a fundamentally unbalanced roster that depended on heavy minutes from stars.
- Colin Cowherd argues LeBron at 41, Luka's sky-high usage, and a near-empty bench forced overuse of Austin Reaves and led to breakdowns.
Depth And Complementary Pieces Trump Star Power
- Sam Presti-style building wins by complementary depth; Lakers built for offense without NBA-ready role players.
- Colin contrasts OKC's depth and defense with LA's lack of shooters, rebounders, and rim protection.
NIL Brought Back Older, Stronger College Teams
- Michigan's tournament run reflects the return-to-college trend: older, stronger players due to NIL and transfers.
- Colin notes Yaxl Lenneborg staying in college instead of turning pro improved team depth and maturity.