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Jason Timpf departs Lakers Collective podcast due to health issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 10:23 PM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Jason Timpf departs Lakers Collective podcast due to health issues

Summary

Jason Timpf has announced he is stepping away from the Lakers Collective podcast due to serious health concerns. He revealed that he has been battling a viral illness and myocarditis, affecting his ability to participate in the show's recordings. Timpf experienced debilitating symptoms that required multiple hospital visits. He plans to reduce his workload and expressed confidence in his co-hosts, Trevor Lane and Jovan Buha, to continue the podcast effectively. His departure comes as the NBA offseason begins, leaving fans and listeners to adjust to the change.

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Key Details

•Jason Timpf leaves Lakers Collective due to health issues.
•He was bedridden for six days during the NBA Finals.
•Timpf suffers from myocarditis and has had several hospital visits.
•Plans to reduce his recording schedule moving forward.
•Co-hosts Trevor Lane and Jovan Buha will continue the podcast.

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10:23 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Absolutely Gnarly’ — NBA Analyst Announces He Has Left Popular Lakers Podcast Amid Health Scare

What they're saying

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There are quite a few podcasts dedicated to covering the Los Angeles Lakers, which makes sense since they are one of the most popular franchises in professional sports. “Lakers Collective” is one of the biggest Los Angeles-themed shows, but it is unfortunately losing one of its hosts, Jason Timpf.
— Yahoo Sports

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