Dr. Rajpal Brar, DPT has a doctorate in physical therapy from Northern Arizona University, is a youth basketball coach at the U12 level and runs his own in-person and online sports medicine and performance business, 3CB Performance, in West LA and Valencia, CA in which he further combines his movement expertise and fitness training. Combining his background in biomechanics, movement science, and learning science - he consults in a variety of sports including basketball on movement mechanics and skill acquisition. Brar is additionally training at UCLA’s mindful awareness research center (MARC and analyzes the Lakers from a skills & medical perspective for Silver Screen and Roll and on his own YouTube Channel.
Film study: Max Christie’s defensive potential
Let’s take a closer look at Max Christie’s defensive strengths and where he can improve for the Lakers
Medical analysis: Gabe Vincent’s knee effusion, PRP treatment
Let's take a closer look at Gabe Vincent’s knee injury that will continue to have him sidelined for the coming weeks and the treatment he has and will continue to receive.
Film study: Breaking down Cam Reddish’s defensive potential
Let's take a closer look at the defensive flashes Cam Reddish has shown thus far this season for the Lakers.
Medical analysis: Breaking down Anthony Davis’ hip spasms
Let's take a closer look at the hip spasms that limited Anthony Davis during the Heat game and see if they’ll impact the Lakers big man moving forward.
Medical Analysis: Breaking down Jarred Vanderbilt’s left heel bursitis
Let's take a closer look at Jarred Vanderbilt’s left heel injury, the new prognosis and the return timeline for the Lakers wing.
Why the Lakers limiting Lebron James’ minutes is the right move
Let's take a closer look at why the Lakers plan for LeBron James’ minutes makes sense on multiple levels
D’Angelo Russell is evolving in front of our eyes
There are numerous clues from the off-season and pre-season that indicate D’Angelo Russell is taking a leap in his team impact with the Lakers.
Film Study: Jaxson Hayes is showing off a coveted skill in the preseason
Let’s take a closer look at Jaxson Hayes’ preseason so far, and his one ability that could help the Lakers most.
Medical Analysis: How close to 100% is LeBron James after his foot injury?
Let’s take a closer look at LeBron James’ recovery from his foot injury and if there’s anything to worry about ahead of this Lakers season.
Film Study: Breaking down Austin Reaves’ World Cup play
Let’s take a closer look at how Austin Reaves fared during the FIBA World Cup.