Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-100 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday, November 26, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' third straight loss, their first NBA Cup loss, their bad defense somehow becoming even worse, why big changes are needed, their fool's gold start, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 4:10 I'm partnering with Audacy! 4:50 Takeaway No. 1: The defense has gone from bad to atrocious 13:54 Takeaway No. 2: Big changes are needed 23:14 Takeaway No. 3: LA's hot start is looking like fool's gold 28:47 Q&A 1:08:56 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-102 loss to the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, November 23, 2024. Jovan covers Denver's continued dominance of the Lakers, Anthony Davis' rough offensive performance, D'Angelo Russell's recent struggles, LA going 0-2 against tougher competition this week, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00: Intro 7:05 Takeaway No. 1: Time is a flat circle 13:56 Takeaway No. 2: AD had an uncharacteristic off-night 17:27 Takeaway No. 3: DLo has been really struggling lately 23:20: Q&A 52:13 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-123 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Jovan covers LeBron James becoming the oldest player in NBA history to post three straight triple-doubles, Anthony Davis bouncing back after a disappointing start, Dalton Knecht's career night, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro4:24 Takeaway No. 1: LeBron James posts third straight triple-double10:31 Takeaway No. 2: LA has a big frontcourt problem16:53 Takeaway No. 3: Dalton Knecht catches fire22:21 Q&A58:50 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 116-104 win over the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on Sunday, March 31, 2024.Jovan covers LeBron James' career-tying shooting night, his postgame comments about retirement, Gabe Vincent's return, the new rotation, the recently improved defense and more.  If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(6:40) Takeaway No. 1: Don’t take LeBron for granted(12:42) Takeaway No. 2: Gabe Vincent’s return brings rotation clarity(18:43) Takeaway No. 3: LA’s defense has been sneaky good for two weeks(23:05) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 109-90 loss to the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, March 29, 2024.Jovan covers LA's off night, Anthony Davis' return, the lack of energy and effort, the downside to relying on free throws so much, Cam Reddish's recent struggles and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(5:02) Takeaway No. 1: It was just one of those nights …(9:12) Takeaway No. 2: One big-picture offensive concern(13:50) Takeaway No. 3: It’s time to reduce Cam Reddish’s role(18:15) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 8 of Buha's Block, Jovan Buha is joined by The Athletic & Bleacher Report NBA writer/podcaster Mo Dakhil to discuss the Los Angeles Lakers' recent surge.Jovan and Mo cover the Lakers' win streak and play since February, how big of a mistake it was not starting Rui Hachimura earlier, reacclimating Gabe Vincent and (potentially) Jarred Vanderbilt into the lineup, playing Sacramento vs. Dallas in a hypothetical No. 7-8 matchup, the pros and cons to facing Denver earlier in the playoffs and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Follow Mo at @MoDakhil_NBA.(0:00) Intro(2:00) Lakers’ five-game win streak and 17-7 stretch(5:26) How big of a mistake is it that LA didn’t start Rui earlier?(23:52) How should the Lakers reintegrate Gabe Vincent?(34:47) If LA gets into the No. 7-8 game, who’s tougher: Sacramento or Dallas?(43:12) Is it better to play Denver earlier or later?(52:27) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 136-124 win over the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.Jovan covers how the Lakers won without Anthony Davis, Rui Hachimura's big night, why Hachimura should've been starting earlier in the season, LeBron James' triple-double, LA's 3-point shooting, Jaxson Hayes' growing importance and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(6:40) Takeaway No. 1: This idealized version of Rui raises LA’s ceiling(13:39) Takeaway No. 2: The Lakers should take more 3s(17:27) Takeaway No. 3: Jaxson Hayes is becoming a crucial bench piece(22:24) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-124 double-overtime win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Tuesday, March 26, 2024.Jovan covers how this win sets the tone for the Lakers' six-game road trip, Anthony Davis' incredible performance, Austin Reaves' triple-double, LA's burgeoning comeback identity and resiliency, the significance of winning without LeBron James, why LA has a legitimate chance to earn the No. 8 seed and more.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!Chapters:(0:00) Intro(7:51) Takeaway No. 1: Setting the tone for the trip(13:12) Takeaway No. 2: The Comeback Kings(19:37) Takeaway No. 3: LA has a legitimate shot at No. 8 now(25:04) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 7 of Buha's Block, Jovan Buha previews the Los Angeles Lakers' upcoming six-game road trip.The slate includes the Milwaukee Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies, Indiana Pacers, Brooklyn Nets, Toronto Raptors and Washington Wizards.Jovan breaks down each matchup, the strengths and weaknesses of the opponent, whether he thinks the Lakers should win or lose the game, realistic expectations for the trip and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.(0:00) Intro(4:03) Milwaukee Bucks preview(10:19) Memphis Grizzlies preview(15:33) Indiana Pacers preview(22:48) Brooklyn Nets preview(27:55) Toronto Raptors preview(31:28) Washington Wizards preview(33:55) Closing thoughts on the trip(36:14) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 150-145 win over the Indiana Pacers at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, March 24, 2024.Jovan covers how LA put themselves in a great position for the No. 9 seed, how the Lakers showed they can win with varying styles of play this weekend, why this game is the reason LA signed Spencer Dinwiddie, Anthony Davis' dominance against the Pacers this season, what the Lakers can take from this game and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters(0:00) Intro(4:46) Takeaway No. 1: LA wins the weekend with contrasting styles(12:52) Takeaway No. 2: This is why LA signed Spencer Dinwiddie(19:04) Takeaway No. 3: AD owns the Pacers(23:20) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 101-94 win over the Philadelphia 76ers at Crypto.com Arena on Friday, March 22, 2024.Jovan covers how LA won ugly, why this was arguably their best defensive performance in months, D’Angelo Russell surpassing Nick Van Axel as the Lakers’ leader for 3s made in a season, why the Lakers have the edge on the Warriors for the No. 9 seed and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(2:40) Check out Episode 6 of Buha’s Block(3:34) Takeaway No. 1: LA win ugly with their defense for the first time in a while(15:11) Takeaway No. 2: DLo sets the Lakers’ single season 3-point record(19:04) Takeaway No. 3: LA has the inside position on the No. 9 (for now)(25:10) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 6 of Buha's Block, Jovan Buha welcomes ESPN senior NBA writer Chris Herring to discuss the current state of the Lakers.Jovan and Chris cover the national perspective on the Lakers, LA's potential path through the Play-In and the playoffs, if you can still contend with LeBron James and Anthony Davis as your team's foundation in 2024, adding better role players vs. adding a third star this offseason, whether the Lakers should extend/re-sign LeBron for three years this summer and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.(0:00) Intro(0:46) What does Chris currently make of the Lakers?(6:04) LA’s likely path to the playoffs(15:45) How does Chris view LeBron & AD as a duo in 2024?(24:21) What’s the best way to build around LeBron & AD?(35:53) Should the Lakers extend/re-sign LeBron to a three-year deal?(48:45) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 136-105 blowout win over the Atlanta Hawks at Crypto.com Arena on Monday, March 18, 2024.Jovan covers how LeBron James set the tone for LA after a couple of deflating losses, why LeBron's energy and focus are so important, why Christian Wood's injury update is a blow for the Lakers, the significance of this week from both a results and rest perspective, Anthony Davis' eye recovery and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(1:43) Takeaway No. 1: LeBron set the tone with his sense of urgency(5:54) Takeaway No. 2: Christian Wood’s surgery is an unfortunate blow(10:09) Takeaway No. 3: Third time is the charm this week?(14:21) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha welcomes Trevor Lane of Lakers Nation to break down the biggest storylines from the Los Angeles Lakers’ first 10 games of the season. Jovan and Trevor discuss Anthony Davis, LeBron James, JJ Redick, the Lakers’ bottom-five defense, the bench, Cam Reddish, and more. If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe! Chapters:0:00 Intro1:18 Anthony Davis’ MVP-level play7:59 LA’s bottom-five defense17:01 The JJ Redick Experience26:10 The bench has been … rough33:00 Cam Reddish is the biggest surprise40:50 LeBron in Year 2248:41 Austin & DLo shifting roles53:56 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 5 of Buha's Block, Jovan Buha answers your Lakers questions.Jovan covers the chances LeBron James stays in Los Angeles if the Lakers don’t add a third star, if Jarred Vanderbilt will return to the starting lineup, his favorite Lakers moment, Max Christie’s development, Spencer Dinwiddie’s offensive role, which minimum players could stick around and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(0:45) Question No. 1: Will Jarred Vanderbilt rejoin the starting lineup?(8:06) Question No. 2: Chances LeBron stays in LA even if they don’t land a third star?(13:14) Question No. 3: What’s my favorite Lakers moment?(18:02) Question No. 4: What do the Lakers think of Max Christie’s development?(23:07) Question No. 5: Why has Spencer Dinwiddie struggled offensively?(28:50) Question No. 6: Will the Lakers finally be healthy in April?(33:06) Question No. 7: Which of the minimum players could return?(37:40) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-121 loss to the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, March 16, 2024.Jovan covers why this was such a significant loss for the Lakers, Anthony Davis’ eye injury, the bizarre and absurd replay-dominant ending, LeBron James’ overturned 3-pointer, why the Lakers are now likely to be the No. 10 seed and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro5:05 Takeaway No. 1: AD’s eye injury is concerning10:47 Takeaway No. 2: The game’s ending was ridiculous17:49 Takeaway No. 3: LA is now in a difficult spot in the standings25:32 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 4 of Buha's Block, Jovan Buha welcomes The Athletic's senior national NBA reporter Sam Amick to discuss all things Lakers.Jovan and Sam cover the Lakers-Kings game, the state of the Lakers entering the final month of the season, Sam's recent story about and conversation with LeBron James, LeBron's future in LA, the dynamic between LeBron and owner Jeanie Buss, why it makes sense for the Lakers to extend or re-sign LeBron, the upcoming Lakers-Warriors matchup, The Athletic's anonymous NBA player poll and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:35 Lakers-Kings reaction11:03 The state of the Lakers17:20 LA's conflicting postgame messaging22:29 Sam’s LeBron James story & shootaround interaction29:52 LeBron & the Lakers’ future together33:54 LeBron & Jeanie Buss38:52 Why LeBron staying in LA is the most likely outcome 47:28 Lakers-Warriors preview53:41 The Athletic's anonymous NBA player poll59:03 Sam’s “I’m him!” moment1:01:17 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 120-107 loss to the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center on Wednesday, March 13, 2024.Jovan covers why this probably tops last week as the worst loss of the season, the Lakers' three leading scorers (LeBron James, Anthony Davis and D'Angelo Russell) all struggling offensively, LA's inexcusable defensive effort, AD vs. Domantas Sabonis, how important Saturday's game vs. Golden State is now, why he's becoming concerned with the starters and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro4:07 Takeaway No. 1: LA’s three leading scorers come up short11:00 Takeaway No. 2: Their defensive rotations were inexcusable19:09 Takeaway No. 3: Golden State is now even more of a must-win22:34 Bonus Takeaway: Why I’m becoming concerned with the starters28:09 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 3, Jovan Buha ranks all nine of the Los Angeles Lakers' potential playoff opponents from the best to worst matchup.Jovan splits the rankings into two groups: one group for the five potential Play-In teams (Pelicans, Suns, Kings, Mavericks and Warriors) and one group for the West's top four seeds (Thunder, Nuggets, Timberwolves and Clippers). If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Buha's Block, my new twice-weekly video podcast on all things Lakers. I’m Jovan Buha, Lakers beat writer for The Athletic.On Episode 1, I welcome Austin Reaves (Los Angeles Lakers guard and half of “Hillbilly Bogey”) and Trent Swaim (the other half of “Hillbilly Bogey”) to discuss the origins of Hillbilly Bogey, their dream 2v2 golf matchup, the Lakers, Arkansas vs. Los Angeles, their friendship, what Austin is like as a roommate and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to Buha's Block, a new twice-weekly video podcast on all things Lakers from Jovan Buha.On Episode 1, Jovan welcomes Austin Reaves (Los Angeles Lakers guard and half of “Hillbilly Bogey”) and Trent Swaim (the other half of “Hillbilly Bogey”) to discuss the origins of Hillbilly Bogey, their dream 2v2 golf matchup, the Lakers, Arkansas vs. Los Angeles, their friendship, what Austin is like as a roommate and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yo, yo! I’m Jovan Buha, Lakers beat writer for The Athletic, and welcome to Buha’s Block, my new video podcast covering all things Lakers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 123-103 win over the Toronto Raptors on Sunday, November 10, 2024.Jovan covers Anthony Davis' eye injury, LeBron James' second straight triple-double, Austin Reaves' play next to Cam Reddish, the second-half comeback, the Lakers at the 10-game mark, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro5:01 Takeaway No. 1: AD injures left eye again9:30 Takeaway No. 2: AR is the biggest beneficiary of Reddish starting13:27 Takeaway No. 3: The defense has looked better (with caveats)18:33 Q&A1:00:58 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 116-106 win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, November 8, 2024.Jovan covers the Lakers' starting lineup change, why it makes sense for both Cam Reddish and D'Angelo Russell, what it could mean down the road, the new rotation, concerns with Anthony Davis' left foot, and more.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!Chapters:0:00 Intro1:46 Takeaway No. 1: LA made a smart starting lineup change15:20 Takeaway No. 2: Long-term impact of this adjustment20:07 Takeaway No. 3: AD injury update24:25 Q&A51:04 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 131-114 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Jovan covers LA's 1-4 road trip, JJ Redick's comments on the team and D'Angelo Russell, Cam Reddish's impressive play off the bench, Christian Koloko's Lakers debut, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro6:11 Takeaway No. 1: JJ Redick calls out the team and DLo13:03 Takeaway No. 2: Cam Reddish was awesome again17:10 Takeaway No. 3: A disappointing road trip22:27 Q&A57:59 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha welcomes Khobi Price, Lakers beat writer for the Southern California News Group, to break down the Los Angeles Lakers’ recent skid on their five-game road trip.Why are the Lakers struggling? Is LA’s defense or bench more concerning? Should they make a starting lineup change soon? How could Koloko fit into the rotation? Jovan and Khobi dive into all of that and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:12 Anthony Davis injury update5:47 Christian Koloko’s potential impact11:58 Impressions from the road trip21:32 Bigger concern: The bench or the defense?37:35 Is it time for a more significant rotation adjustment?55:26 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 115-103 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Monday, November 4, 2024. Jovan covers Anthony Davis’ foot injury, the Lakers’ disastrous road trip, their lack of speed and athleticism defensively, Cam Reddish entering the rotation, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:35 Takeaway No. 1: AD potentially injured his foot10:07 Takeaway No. 2: Speed and athleticism has been killing LA20:20 Takeaway No. 3: Cam Reddish provides a spark off the bench28:24 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 131-125 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday, November 1, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' first road win, a key rotation adjustment from JJ Redick, Anthony Davis' continued dominance, LeBronto, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro3:56 Takeaway No. 1: A get-right game nearly gone wrong7:59 Takeaway No. 2: JJ Redick's AR-DLo rotation adjustment12:29 Takeaway No. 3: The same concerns (defense and bench) persist20:55 Q&A1:04:18 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions in his latest mailbag.Jovan analyzes the Lakers' decision to decline Jalen Hood-Schifino's third-year option, if Anthony Davis can keep up his MVP-level production, how Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood could affect the rotation, if Austin Reaves can be an All-Star this season, Bruce Brown’s potential fit, LeBron James’ defense, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters0:00 Intro0:24 JHS has his third-year option declined8:27 Question No. 1: Can AD keep this up?13:05 Question No. 2: Why are people upset with 3-2?18:58 Question No. 3: How do Vando and Wood affect the rotation?26:23 Question No. 4: Can AR be an All-Star this season?30:23 Question No. 5: Bruce Brown’s fit next to Austin?35:29 Question No. 6: Bigger need: Backup 5 or bench scorer?38:38 Question No. 7: How hard is LeBron going defensively?43:28 Question No. 8: Why isn’t Cam Reddish playing?47:07 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 134-110 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.  Jovan covers why this was a step backward for the Lakers, the longer-term reality check, LA's transition and perimeter defense, Bronny James scoring his first basket in Cleveland, and more.  If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro2:09 Bronny James scores his first NBA points6:29 Takeaway No. 1: A step backward in focus and execution12:33 Takeaway No. 2: Longer-term reality check for the roster23:42 Takeaway No. 3: It's time to consider tweaking the bench lineups30:51 Q&A1:22:39 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha answers all of your Los Angeles Lakers questions. Jovan analyzes Dalton Knecht's spot within the starting lineup, Jarred Vanderbilt's role when he returns, Jonas Valanciunas' potential fit in Los Angeles, the Lakers' biggest need on the trade market, the ideal starting group, Max Christie vs. Gabe Vincent, playing Denver on Saturday, and much more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:53 Q&A1:26:20 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 109-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns on Monday, October 28, 2024.  Jovan covers what went wrong in the Lakers' first loss, how LA can be better, JJ Redick taking accountability, LeBron James' uncharacteristic off-night, the positives with Anthony Davis, Rui Hachimura and Austin Reaves, and more.  If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.  Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:50 Takeaway No. 1: JJ Redick takes accountability for the loss 11:54 Takeaway No. 2: LeBron has an uncharacteristic off-night 18:39 Takeaway No. 3: The bench continues to be lackluster 26:49 Q&A 1:06:28 Outro  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 131-127 win over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday, October 26, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' 3-0 start, LeBron James' 16-point fourth quarter and 32-point triple-double, Anthony Davis' third straight 30-plus-point game, Dalton Knecht's growing importance, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:35 Takeaway No. 1: “LeBron is declining” takes were premature7:21 Takeaway No. 2: Dalton Knecht is becoming an important piece12:13 Takeaway No. 3: The Lakers are really, really good20:00 Q&A56:47 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 123-116 win over the Phoenix Suns on Friday, October 25, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' 2-0 start, LA's 22-point comeback, them surviving their first bout of adversity, Anthony Davis' incredible start, Austin Reaves actualizing JJ Redick's vision for him, if he's changed his opinion of the Lakers' record and seeding, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro3:01 Takeaway No. 1: LA survives its first bout of adversity13:10  Takeaway No. 2: AD is off to an incredible start19:08 Takeaway No. 3: Austin Reaves actualizes JJ's vision24:39 Q&A1:13:05 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha analyzes five things we learned about the Los Angeles Lakers in their win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.From LA's defensive identity to its paint-heavy shot selection to a shift in the substitution pattern to Dalton Knecht's offensive versatility, there was much to take away from the season opener.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters0:00 Intro1:15 Lesson No. 1: LA’s new defensive identity13:00 Lesson No. 2: The offense is still inside-out20:31 Lesson No. 3: AR & DLo swap spots in the rotation24:57 Lesson No. 4: Dalton Knecht's offensive versatility30:06 Lesson No. 5: Controlling the margins36:56 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 110-103 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers snapping their seven-game opening night losing streak, Anthony Davis' dominance, JJ Redick's debut, LeBron James and Bronny James making history as the first father-son duo to play together in NBA history, the rotation, LA's offense and attention to detail, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:02 Takeaway No. 1: JJ Redick makes his mark in his debut11:06 Takeaway No. 2: Anthony Davis reminds everyone he's that dude14:19 Takeaway No. 3: Early look at the rotation20:08 Q&A To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha welcomes Tim (aka Cranjis McBasketball) to preview the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024-25 season and review the preseason.What are the biggest takeaways from the Lakers' preseason? How does Tim feel about JJ Redick and LA's new coaching staff? Is Anthony Davis taking more 3s a good thing? What's been concerning? How does the rotation look? And finally, what are realistic expectations for the Lakers this season?If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:13 Big-picture takeaways from the preseason6:24 Early impressions of JJ Redick & his staff12:43 What LA’s offense means for its ceiling15:31 AD’s 3-point shooing23:28 Austin Reaves & DLo’s offensive roles shifting31:19 Preseason concerns42:29 Rotation projections49:02 Where LA ranks in the West55:46 Predictions for record, seed and end-of-season results58:04 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 128-122 preseason win over the Phoenix Suns at the Footprint Center on Thursday, October 17, 2024.Jovan covers Dalton Knecht's big night, including scoring 35 points and 20 straight to win the game, Anthony Davis' improved 3-point shooting, a Jarred Vanderbilt health update, the Lakers' dress rehearsal, what this means for Knecht moving forward, Jalen Hood Schifino's continued struggles and more.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!Chapters:0:00 Intro2:55 Takeaway No. 1: The Dalton Knecht Game10:10 Takeaway No. 2: Anthony Davis' 3-point shooting14:07 Takeaway No. 3: Jarred Vanderbilt update17:01 Q&A1:02:11 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha answers all of your Los Angeles Lakers questions in his latest mailbag.Jovan analyzes Austin Reaves' new role in the preseason and if he can average 20-plus points per game this season, LA's biggest roster aside from a center, the realistic peak for Rui Hachimura with the Lakers and in a different situation, if Reaves and D'Angelo Russell can play together, how to solve the backcourt limitations with AR and DLo, Dalton Knecht's slow start, and which Lakers players could be on the roster five years from now.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.0:00 Intro2:08 Question No. 1: Can Austin Reaves average 20+ ppg this season?8:44 Question No. 2: What's LA's biggest roster need aside from a big?15:39 Question No. 3: What's the realistic ceiling for Rui Hachimura?23:20 Question No. 4: Can LA feasibly play Austin and DLo together?30:41 Question No. 5: Why has AR's efficiency dipped in the preseason?33:05 Question No. 6: How long will it take Dalton Knecht to become effective?37:31 Question No. 7: Which Lakers players are on the roster in five years?42:55 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 111-97 loss to the Golden State Warriors at T-Mobile Arena on Tuesday, October 15, 2024.Jovan covers where and when things went wrong, the Lakers’ nine-man rotation and substitution pattern, how Golden State exposed some of LA’s flaws and limitations, Anthony Davis’ play and offensive role, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro11:35 Takeaway No. 1: The outline of the nine-man rotation20:53 Takeaway No. 2: Golden State exploits some of LA’s flaws30:44 Takeaway No. 3: Anthony Davis was incredible -- and involved34:55 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha answers all of your Los Angeles Lakers questions in his latest mailbag.Jovan analyzes the Lakers’ preseason win over the Milwaukee Bucks, including the fourth-quarter comeback led by Exhibit 10 guard Quincy Olivari. Then he covers how LA can clear a roster spot, which two-way guys could be called up during the season, Max Christie’s fit with the starts, the center search, the backstory of the “Buhaaaa” intro, why winning in the preseason matters and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.0:00 Intro8:49 Lakers-Bucks takeaway No. 1: LA exacts revenge13:39 Lakers-Bucks takeaway No. 2: Max Christie with the starters16:38 Lakers-Bucks takeaway No. 3: Quincy Olivari23:30 Question No. 1: Max’s fit with the starters?25:14 Question No. 2: How can LA clear a roster spot?28:58 Question No. 3: Which two-way guys could be called up?34:31 Question No. 4: What’s the latest on the center search?41:48 Question No. 5: Story behind “Buhaaaa” intro?44:10 Question No. 6: Threshold to trade Dalton or Max?47:31 Question No. 7: How much does winning matter in the preseason?52:50 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 119-118 loss to the Orlando Magic on Thursday, November 21, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' first loss in nearly two weeks (and first home loss), the missed free throws, Dalton Knecht's potential role moving forward, the difficult upcoming slate, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro2:03 Takeaway No. 1: Missed opportunities (mainly free throws)8:17 Takeaway No. 2: Starting lineup is probably going to stay the same (pre-Rui injury)13:30 Takeaway No. 3: 0-1 to kick off a difficult five-game stretch19:53 Q&A52:30 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha dissects what we learned at Los Angeles Lakers practice on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024.Jovan analyzes JJ Redick's goal to shoot more 3-pointers, realistic expectations, the benefits of playing Anthony Davis more at power forward, limbo rate and LA's transition defense.Chapters0:00 Intro0:35 Takeaway No. 1: More 3s — but within reason4:09 Takeaway No. 2: More AD at power forward9:02 Takeaway No. 3: Limbo rate & transition defense13:22 Recap14:20 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha welcomes Sean Davis of the Sports Headlines Show and the Los Angeles Lakers Network to analyze the Lakers’ first two preseason games.Jovan and Sean discuss their biggest offensive and defensive takeaways, the rotation, the player they’ve been most impressed with, their biggest concerns and what they’re most excited about for the rest of the preseason.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:23 Sean’s biggest offensive takeaways3:54 Jovan’s biggest offensive takeaways10:46 Sean’s biggest defensive takeaways12:17 Jovan’s biggest defensive takeaways16:38 Sean’s biggest rotation takeaways18:52 Jovan’s biggest rotation takeaways22:50 Sean’s player he’s most impressed with26:30 Jovan’s player he’s most impressed with30:31 Sean’s biggest concerns32:39 Jovan’s biggest concerns38:48 What Sean’s most excited for the rest of the preseason41:24 What Jovan’s most excited for the rest of the preseason43:31 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 118-114 preseason loss to the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena in Palm Desert, Calif. on Oct. 6, 2024.Jovan covers LeBron James and Bronny James making history as the NBA's first father-son duo, LeBron and Anthony Davis performing like top-10 players, and the Lakers' rotation shaping up as expected. He then answers questions about the rotation, the new offensive scheme, why LA is prioritizing four-out concepts, Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, and more.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!0:00 Intro10:43 Takeaway No. 1: LeBron & Bronny make history18:30 Takeaway No. 2: LeBron & AD were in regular-season form25:46 Takeaway No. 3: Rotation begins to crystallize33:09 Q&A55:13 Outro#lakers #losangeleslakers #phoenixsuns To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha shares three observations from the third and final day of Los Angeles Lakers training camp.From JJ Redick's sky-high approval rating with Lakers players to his incorporation of analytics to the potential flexibility of the nine-man rotation, Jovan analyzes the Lakers ahead of their first preseason game.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!Chapters:0:00 Intro1:31 Camp takeaway No. 17:29 Camp takeaway No. 213:36 Camp takeaway No. 321:48 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha shares three observations from the first day of training camp for the Los Angeles Lakers.From the vibes around the group being at an all-time high to an important team meeting the Lakers had after media day to JJ Redick's projected nine-man rotation, Jovan analyzes everything we learned from the first practice.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!Chapters:0:00 Intro0:28 Media day takeaways6:10 Training camp takeaway No. 112:07 Training camp takeaway No. 216:41 Training camp takeaway No. 323:13 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha welcomes Pete Zayas (aka Laker Film Room) to preview the Los Angeles Lakers’ 2024-25 season and answer the big questions facing the team.Will the Lakers trade their picks and go all-in with this group? How will the offensive hierarchy change? What will head coach JJ Redick prioritize defensively? Can Max Christie or Dalton Knecht outperform expectations? Where will the Lakers finish in the West standings? What are Pete and Jovan's bold predictions?If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:41 JJ & Rob press conference3:35 Pete’s offensive question: Bench scoring?5:28 Jovan’s offensive question: New offensive hierarchy?11:06 Pete’s defensive question: Defensive priorities under JJ?13:18 Jovan’s defensive question: Survival without AD?17:15 Pete’s X factor: Dalton Knecht18:59 Jovan’s X factor: Max Christie21:30 Pete’s biggest JJ question: Defensive system?25:06 Jovan’s biggest JJ question: How does he problem-solve?30:30 Pete’s biggest Rob question: Is LA gonna go for it?34:05 Pros and cons of waiting until the trade deadline41:56 Jovan’s biggest Rob question: Is LA gonna trade their pick(s)?43:28 Pete’s ranking/seeding/record for the Lakers45:00 Jovan’s ranking/seeding/record for the Lakers47:41 Pete’s bold prediction48:24 Jovan’s bold prediction50:08 Listen and subscribe to LFR!51:15 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the season-opening news conference of Los Angeles Lakers vice president of basketball operations and general manager Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick.Jovan covers the team's health updates entering training camp, Pelinka's stance on trading the team's 2029 and 2031 first-round picks, the roles for Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, D'Angelo Russell and Max Christie, Redick's offensive and defensive systems, transparency, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:51 Takeaway No. 1: Health updates5:49 Takeaway No. 2: More clarity on the trade front11:08 Takeaway No. 3: Player roles crystallizing18:03 Takeaway No. 4: JJ’s offensive and defensive systems22:20 Takeaway No. 5: Transparency with strategy27:25 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha examines five Los Angeles Lakers lineups he’d like to see next season.From copying the 2020 championship model to previewing the trade deadline to designing bench configurations around LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Jovan breaks down five realistic units that new head coach JJ Redick and his coaching staff should test.Also, after three weeks off, Jovan covers his wedding and honeymoon at the end of the episode.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:58 General lineup strategy and parameters6:16 Lineup No. 1: The 2020 blueprint lineup11:35 Lineup No 2: The trade preview lineup15:48 Lineup No. 3: LeBron-led bench lineup19:22 Lineup No. 4: AD-led bench lineup21:48 Lineup No. 5: Non-LeBron/AD lineup (aka Doomsday)24:35 Let me know your lineup ideas!25:29 Wedding & honeymoon recap29:15 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices