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| Lakers-Jazz Reaction: Luka Drops 52-8-10 As LA Rallies To 3-0, Kessler Quiet In Utah Return | 26 Oct 2026 | 02:25:05 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 132-123 win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 6:18 Buha's Big Picture: LA survives its first bout of adversity 15:43 Notable performers 35:27 Stats of the night: 20-for-47 on 3s (43%) and 10 turnovers 38:35 Takeaway No. 1: Luka Magic saves LA late 43:51 Takeaway No. 2: Kessler's quiet return to Utah 49:38 Takeaway No. 3: Rebounding concerns rear up again 55:21 Q&A 2:23:47 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Clippers Reaction: LA Improves To 2-0 Behind Big Kessler, Reaves Performances | 24 Oct 2026 | 02:20:04 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 125-117 win over the LA Clippers on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:50 Buha's Big Picture: Walker Kessler is raising the Lakers’ floor (and ceiling) 13:36 Notable performers 36:47 Stat of the night: 22 stocks (13 steals & 9 blocks) 37:30 Takeaway No. 1: Austin Reaves is having a terrific offensive start 42:04 Takeaway No. 2: The defensive playmaking flips a game again 45:40 Takeaway No. 3: The turnovers are the biggest early concern 50:14 Q&A 2:17:11 Outro | |||
| 76ers & Thunder Make Dramatic Comebacks + Lakers-Warriors Rewatch & Injury Updates | 23 Oct 2026 | 01:33:56 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Thunder-Nuggets, 76ers-Cavs, and a rewatch of LA's win over Golden State. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 3:25 76ers-Cavaliers 16:46 Thunder-Nuggets 25:58 Lakers-Warriors rewatch 34:44 Lakers injury updates 38:15 Q&A 1:32:54 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Warriors Reaction: LA Dominates Opener, Yaxel Provokes Luka, Kessler Makes History | 22 Oct 2026 | 01:56:32 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-105 win over the Golden State Warriors on Oct. 21, 2026. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:14 Buha's Big Picture: LA flashes its immense offensive upside 13:10 Notable performers 26:10 Stats of the night: 49-20 post-Yaxel (over next 14:28) & Kessler's 10 dunks 28:01 Takeaway No. 1: Kessler delivers a statement in debut 33:56 Takeaway No. 2: The first look at the rotation 37:13 Takeaway No. 3: A slew of injury updates 39:31 Takeaway No. 4: Early areas of improvement/adjustments 43:27 Q&A 1:55:12 Outro | |||
| NBA Opening Day Reactions: LeBron’s Philly Debut, SGA Outshines Wemby in Thunder-Spurs + More | 21 Oct 2026 | 01:34:45 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Knicks-76ers, Spurs-Thunder, and Pistons-Celtics. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:17 Knicks-76ers 16:17 Spurs-Thunder 29:07 Pistons-Celtics 32:56 Lakers injury updates 42:30 Q&A 1:33:51 Outro | |||
| Lakers Waive Dalton Knecht: A Disappointing But Predictable Outcome | 20 Oct 2026 | 00:55:30 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers waiving Dalton Knect on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:23 The Lakers waive Dalton Knecht 10:29 Practice injury updates 13:04 Q&A 54:05 Outro | |||
| Western Conference Tiers: Where Do The Lakers Rank? (w/ Jason Timpf) | 20 Oct 2026 | 01:25:46 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Jason Timpf of Hoops Tonight to break down the Western Conference ahead of the start of the 2026-27 NBA regular season. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Follow Jason on X: https://x.com/_JasonLT Subscribe to @HoopsTonight And subscribe to his Substack: https://jasontimpf.substack.com/ Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:10 Tier 1: Thunder, Spurs 13:40 Tier 2: Nuggets, Lakers, Timberwolves, Rockets 49:31 Tier 3: Jazz, Warriors, Blazers, Suns 1:06:42 Tier 4: Mavericks, Grizzlies, Pelicans, Clippers 1:15:31 Tier 5: Kangzzzz 1:20:48 Q&A 1:24:28 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Nuggets Reaction: LA Finishes Preseason 2-3, New Starters Revealed, Kessler Struggles | 17 Oct 2026 | 01:44:08 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 121-106 preseason loss to the Denver Nuggets on Friday, Oct. 16, 2026. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:36 Buha's Big Picture: Still taking shape 11:48 Notable performers 25:31 Stats of the night: Big 3 were -4 in 13 minutes & the starters were -9 in 7 minutes 25:55 Takeaway No. 1: New starters revealed 36:47 Takeaway No. 2: Kessler struggles to shake off rust 41:20 Takeaway No. 3: Injury updates on Sexton, Thiero & Carr 43:38 Q&A 1:42:44 Outro | |||
| Lakers Preseason Review: Biggest Takeaways, Rotation Questions & What We Learned (w/ Khobi Price) | 16 Oct 2026 | 01:13:27 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Khobi Price of the California Post to review the Los Angeles Lakers' preseason. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Follow Khobi on X: https://x.com/khobi_price Read him at the California Post: https://nypost.com/author/khobi-price/ Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:48 Lakers practice updates 3:47 What are we most interested in with the preseason finale? 10:11 Analyzing the projected starters 20:59 The ideal bench rotation + backup center dilemma 31:02 What have we changed our minds about this preseason? 38:53 Preseason statistical trends: Real or not real? 58:38 Q&A 1:12:04 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Warriors Reaction: Walker Kessler Delivers In Debut, LA's Offense Collapses In Second Half | 14 Oct 2026 | 02:10:38 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 101-89 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 3:04 Buha's Big Picture: Walker Kessler delivers in his debut 15:32 Notable performers 38:34 Stat of the night: +15 with Kessler on, -27 with him off 39:54 Takeaway No. 1: Austin Reaves continues to level up offensively 46:11 Takeaway No. 2: Disastrous back-end bench performances 50:07 Takeaway No. 3: One more opportunity for a dress rehearsal 59:10 Q&A 2:09:04 Outro | |||
| Lakers Practice Report: Walker Kessler Fully Practices, His Defensive Role, LA's Turnover Issues | 12 Oct 2026 | 02:04:08 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Los Angeles Lakers practice on Saturday, October 10, 2026. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:06 Practice takeaway No. 1: Walker Kessler returns to full contact 3:14 Practice takeaway No. 2: Lakers focus on cleaning up their turnovers 5:27 Practice takeaway No. 3: Kessler reveals LA's defensive strategy 10:51 Additional notes 14:40 Q&A 2:02:51 Outro | |||
| Lakers Practice Report: Injury Updates On Kessler & Sexton, Non-Kessler Lineups, Mamu Thriving | 11 Oct 2026 | 02:24:12 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Los Angeles Lakers practice on Saturday, October 10, 2026. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:33 Practice takeaway No. 1: Injury updates on Walker Kessler & Collin Sexton 4:16 Practice takeaway No. 2: Non-Kessler lineup strategy 10:27 Practice takeaway No. 3: Mamu has been the early standout 14:15 Q&A 2:24:08 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Kings Reaction: LA Wins In Austin Reaves' Preseason Debut, Remain Work In Progress | 09 Oct 2026 | 01:44:59 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 114-110 preseason win over the Sacramento Kings on Oct. 8, 2026. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:54 Buha's Big Picture: LA's offensive ceiling is special 8:14 Notable performers 31:31 Stats of the night: 20 stocks, 27 assists on 36 FGs, and 38 FTAs 33:31 Takeaway No. 1: Injury updates 36:35 Takeaway No. 2: Defensive playmaking remains impressive 40:15 Takeaway No. 3: Rebounding woes continue 44:11 Q&A 1:43:56 Outro | |||
| Lakers Preseason First Impressions, Rotation Takeaways & Schematic Changes (w/ Raj Chipalu) | 08 Oct 2026 | 01:05:46 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Raj Chipalu to analyze the Los Angeles Lakers' first two preseason games. Check out Lakers Today on Substack: https://lakerstoday.substack.com/ And on YouTube: @LakersTodayTV Follow Raj on X: https://x.com/RajChipalu Read him here: https://www.silverscreenandroll.com/authors/rajchipalu Subscribe to Lakers Detailed: @lakersdetailed Join Offside: https://www.offside.gg/ If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:51 First impression of the new-look Lakers 10:52 LA's uptick in 3-point volume and pace 16:36 Lakers' strategy in non-Kessler lineups 21:11 Projected starters after the first two games 27:32 Projected bench rotation 41:24 Who's the fourth-most important Laker? 44:48 Defensive adjustments 49:26 Q&A 1:03:25 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Warriors Reaction: Shorthanded LA Blown Out Without Luka, Reaves, Kessler | 07 Oct 2026 | 02:02:32 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 124-98 preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 2:17 Buha's Big Picture: LA's high standards deem this type of loss 'unacceptable' 5:25 Notable performers 23:06 Stats of the night: 18 stocks & no Laker with more than 5 rebs 24:42 Takeaway No. 1: A clearer sense of the rotational hierarchy 26:41 Takeaway No. 2: Mamu & Grimes are offensive bright spots 29:38 Takeaway No. 3: Early concerns (non-Kessler rim protection & rebounding) 33:04 Q&A 2:07:33 Outro | |||
| Lakers-Kings Reaction: New-Look LA Dominates Preseason Debut Without Reaves, Kessler, Sexton | 06 Oct 2026 | 02:16:05 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 127-103 preseason win over the Sacramento Kings on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:17 Buha's Big Picture: First impressions of the new-look Lakers 12:58 Notable performers 36:22 Stats of the night: 20 3-pointers & 19 stocks 36:58 Takeaway No. 1: First (incomplete) look at the new rotation 42:24 Takeaway No. 2: Injury updates 43:48 Takeaway No. 3: Room for improvement 46:18 Q&A 2:14:39 Outro | |||
| The Biggest Preseason Question For Every Lakers Player | 02 Oct 2026 | 00:25:03 | |
Jovan Buha analyzes one thing to watch for each Los Angeles Lakers player in the preseason. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:40 Luka Doncic 2:58 Austin Reaves 4:11 Walker Kessler 5:12 Quentin Grimes 6:42 Sandro Mamukelashvili 8:36 Collin Sexton 10:35 Ziaire Williams 12:35 Matisse Thybulle 14:38 Jake LaRavia 15:43 Adou Thiero 17:29 Cameron Carr 18:48 Jarred Vanderbilt 20:11 Kevon Looney 21:41 Bronny James, Jaden Hardy & Dalton Knecht 24:05 Outro | |||
| Lakers Training Camp Day 3 Reaction: 'Best Camp,' Luka's Leadership, Injury Updates & More | 02 Oct 2026 | 01:40:32 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Day 3 of Los Angeles Lakers training camp. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:08 Takeaway No. 1: 'Best training camp' 4:16 Takeaway No. 2: Injury updates heading into the preseason 6:36 Takeaway No. 3: Offensive emphasis 8:00 Additional misc. notes 13:17 Q&A 1:39:14 Outro | |||
| Lakers Training Camp Day 2 Reaction: Matisse Thybulle & Ziaire Williams Dominate, New Schemes & More | 01 Oct 2026 | 02:00:10 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Day 2 of Los Angeles Lakers training camp. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:53 Takeaway No. 1: Matisse Thybulle & Ziaire Williams stand out 7:42 Takeaway No. 2: New defensive details 12:55 Takeaway No. 3: The one player who hasn't been mentioned 16:08 Additional misc. notes 21:11 Q&A 1:58:58 Outro | |||
| Lakers Training Camp Day 1: Perimeter Defense, JJ Redick's Objectives, Fully Healthy & More | 30 Sep 2026 | 02:22:02 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Day 1 of Los Angeles Lakers training camp. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:37 Takeaway No. 1: LA is fully healthy (with a caveat) 3:04 Takeaway No. 2: JJ Redick's three objectives for camp 5:17 Takeaway No. 3: Perimeter defense is the early camp standout 8:02 Additional misc. notes 15:33 Q&A 2:20:48 Outro | |||
| Lakers Media Day Reaction: New Defensive System, Offensive Changes, Starting Lineup & More | 29 Sep 2026 | 02:04:05 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Los Angeles Lakers Media Day. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:23 Takeaway No. 1: Starting competition & requirements 9:56 Takeaway No. 2: A more aggressive defensive scheme 14:03 Takeaway No. 3: Offensive changes? 19:38 Takeaway No. 4: A collective chip on the group's shoulder 26:52 Q&A 2:02:48 Outro | |||
| Lakers Q&A: Luka’s Slovenia Vlog, Starting Competition, Media Day & More | 26 Sep 2026 | 01:43:23 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:27 Breaking down Luka's Slovenia vlog 5:46 Q&A 1:42:37 Outro | |||
| Lakers Media Day Reaction: JJ Redick & Rob Pelinka Discuss Kessler, Camp Competition & New Era | 25 Sep 2026 | 02:00:56 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick's comments at Los Angeles Lakers Media Day. He then answers all of your Lakers and NBA questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:49 Takeaway No. 1: LA clarifies its offseason priorities 7:45 Takeaway No. 2: Training camp competition(s) 13:00 Takeaway No. 3: LA's new defensive scheme around Kessler 17:12 Misc. notes & observations 25:37 Q&A 2:00:28 Outro | |||
| 5 Questions That Will Define The Lakers’ Season | 23 Sep 2026 | 00:27:25 | |
Jovan Buha analyzes the five biggest questions for the Los Angeles Lakers entering the 2026-27 season. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:53 Question No. 1: Who is LA's fifth starter? 3:52 Question No. 2: Is Austin Reaves ready to be a true No. 2? 9:29 Question No. 3: Can the newcomers help unlock a top-five offense? 14:23 Question No. 4: Can Walker Kessler anchor an above-average defense? 21:55 Question No. 5: How close are they to a championship? 27:05 Outro | |||
| Why Jeanie Buss Could Lose The Legal Battle Over The Lakers (w/ Nate Duncan) | 17 Sep 2026 | 00:48:59 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Nate Duncan of Dunc'd On to break down the legal battle between Jeanie Buss and her siblings over the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers. Then, they analyze the Lakers' offseason and 2026-27 outlook. Subscribe to Nate's YouTube channel: @NateDuncan Check out Dunc'd On and Dunc'd On Prime: https://nateduncannba.com/ Follow Nate on X: https://x.com/NateDuncanNBA If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Business inquiries: buhasblock@gmail.com TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:46 Nate breaks down the legal battle between the Buss siblings 7:54 How does the 2025 sale undermine Jeanie's argument? 9:40 The importance of the tag-along clause 14:58 Can Jeanie win her action? 19:06 How long could it take to find a resolution? 22:56 How the Buss sale intertwines with the Walter sale 26:49 Nate's closing argument 29:07 What did Nate think of LA's offseason? 31:26 The cost of the Kessler trade 35:18 Who should be the Lakers' fifth starter? 41:42 Closing thoughts on LA's offseason 46:13 Where does Nate have the Lakers in the West hierarchy? 48:07 Outro | |||
| Rating Your Lakers Hot Takes: LA Wins It All? Top-10 Defense? Austin Reaves All-NBA? | 16 Sep 2026 | 00:49:21 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to your hot takes about the Los Angeles Lakers and rates each one from 1 to 5 on his spice meter. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:48 Hot Take No. 1: The Lakers will have a worse record this season than last season 4:14 Hot Take No. 2: Jarred Vanderbilt will make an impact this season 6:34 Hot Take No. 3: Walker Kessler will make first-team All-Defense 8:43 Hot Take No. 4: Sandro Mamukelashvili will win Sixth Man of the Year 10:54 Hot Take No. 5: Ziaire Williams will be the most valuable non-Kessler addition 13:11 Hot Take No. 6: Kessler will average 18-19 points next season 16:38 Hot Take No. 7: LA will be a fringe top-10 defense 22:01 Hot Take No. 8: Austin Reaves will make second-team All-NBA 25:26 Hot Take No. 9: Cameron Carr will be starting by the end of the season 27:37 Hot Take No. 10: Carr and Adou Thiero will both be starting by the end of the season 29:08 Hot Take No. 11: LA will finish top two in the West standings 31:46 Hot Take No. 12: The Lakers can win the 2027 title 35:25 Hot Take No. 13: There are no hard feelings between LeBron James and the Lakers 39:05 Hot Take No. 14: LA's best playoff lineup will be without Kessler 46:12 Hot Take No. 15: Carr will have a Dylan Harper-like impact this season 48:56 Outro | |||
| Lakers Mailbag: Is This Roster Better Than Last Season's? + Luka Finally Winning MVP & More | 12 Sep 2026 | 00:44:10 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:30 Question No. 1: What am I most looking forward to in training camp and the preseason? 4:48 Question No. 2: Is this roster better position by position compared to last season's? 10:43 Question No. 3: Will Luka finally win MVP if LA overachieves relative to expectations? 15:39 Question No. 4: Why is everyone so low on the defense? 20:43 Questions No. 5 and 6: Better alternatives to this offseason? Ideal shadow offseason? 31:00 Questions No. 6 and 7: Statistical benchmarks to contend? Averages for LA's primary players? 40:32 Question No. 8: Can Grimes make a NAW-like jump? 43:43 Outro | |||
| Lakers Mailbag: What's A Successful Season? + 2024 Mavs vs. 2027 Lakers & More | 09 Sep 2026 | 00:31:35 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Questions No. 1 and 2: What's LA's realistic ceiling? And what would constitute a successful season? 4:33 Question No. 3: Are people overreacting about the starting lineup concerns? 10:35 Question No. 4: Most optimistic scenarios for LA's wings? 14:32 Question No. 5: Who's better: 2024 Mavericks vs. 2027 Lakers? 23:02 Question No. 6: Can LA win 50+ games? Unlock the best from the supporting cast? 27:19 Question No. 7: When will we see Kessler-Mamu-Luka lineups? 31:25 Outro | |||
| Lakers Mailbag: What Should LA Do At PF? Playoff Ceiling, Ziaire Williams' Upside & More | 04 Sep 2026 | 00:33:17 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:33 Question No. 1: What's the best way to address the starting PF spot? 6:14 Question No. 2: Is Ziaire Williams more viable as a starter after bulking up? 10:49 Question No. 3: Should LA have signed a wing over Collin Sexton? 17:45 Question No. 4: Can the Lakers make a deep playoff run? 20:41 Question No. 5: Who is most likely to break out this season? 24:32 Question No. 6: What will LA's record be by Christmas? 26:11 Question No. 7: What's my biggest worry with the team? 30:12 Question No. 8: How was my vacation? 32:55 Outro | |||
| Collin Sexton Preview: Can He Finally Solve The Lakers' Backup PG Search? (w/ Tony Jones) | 01 Sep 2026 | 00:22:30 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Tony Jones of The Athletic to preview Collin Sexton's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers. Follow Tony on X: https://x.com/Tjonesonthenba And read him at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tony-jones/ If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:43 Is Sexton finally LA's answer at backup PG? 3:04 Can he step into a larger role when Luka/Austin are out? 6:58 How much will his 3PT shooting allow him to thrive off the ball? 9:28 How problematic is his defense? 12:47 Will his defense potentially limit his usefulness next to both Luka and Austin? 16:15 Can he be a locker-room leader? 21:28 Outro | |||
| Matisse Thybulle Preview: How Much Will He Help The Lakers' Defense? (w/ Sean Highkin) | 28 Aug 2026 | 00:23:16 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report to preview Matisse Thybulle's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers. Follow Sean on X: https://x.com/highkin And read him at The Rose Garden Report: https://www.rosegardenreport.com/ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:23 How does Thybulle fit with the Lakers? 3:25 His best role offensively 6:00 How impactful is he defensively? 9:45 Him on vs. off the ball on defense 11:31 Does he make sense as a starter? 16:25 Why was his role reduced in the playoffs? 18:15 What's he like off the court? 22:17 Outro | |||
| Ziaire Williams Preview: Is He The Wing The Lakers Need? (w/ CJ Holmes & Connor Long) | 24 Aug 2026 | 00:28:37 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by CJ Holmes of the New York Daily News and Connor Long of Nets Daily and The Brooklyn Boys to preview Ziaire Williams' fit with the Los Angeles Lakers. Follow CJ on X: https://x.com/HolmesScribe And read him at the New York Daily News: https://www.nydailynews.com/author/cj-holmes/ Follow Connor on X: https://x.com/connor_long15 Read him at Nets Daily: https://www.netsdaily.com/authors/connor-long And listen to The Brooklyn Boys podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrooklyn_Boys If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:58 CJ Holmes 1:17 Breaking down Ziaire’s skill set 3:20 How does he fit with the Lakers? 4:12 What are his defensive strengths? 5:49 How does he fit around Luka and Austin? 7:11 Can he be a placeholder starter? 10:10 Kuminga's potential fit in LA? 12:17 Most underrated part of Ziaire's game? 13:07 'Ziaire definitely has that dawg in him' 14:50 Connor Long 15:12 Top-line takeaways with Ziaire? 16:38 Why did Brooklyn decline his team option? 18:36 How does he fit in LA? 19:19 Was it surprising he only signed for the minimum? 20:15 Can he scale up defensively against bigger players? 20:58 How will simplifying his offensive role help him? 23:46 Most underrated/underdiscussed part of his game? 24:39 How would he fare as a potential starter? 27:57 Outro | |||
| Quentin Grimes Preview: Can He Thrive In A Bigger Lakers Role? (w/ Tony Jones) | 21 Aug 2026 | 00:19:10 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Tony Jones of The Athletic to preview Quentin Grimes' fit with the Los Angeles Lakers. Follow Tony on X: https://x.com/Tjonesonthenba And read him at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tony-jones/ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Is Grimes ready to be LA's primary two-way guard/wing? 4:18 Why Grimes makes more sense as a starter than a bench player 6:06 The importance of the fifth starter tag-teaming with Grimes 9:05 Grimes' aggression as a weak-side offensive threat 14:59 Why Grimes' athleticism and defense are underrated 18:08 Outro | |||
| Walker Kessler Preview: Why He's The Ideal Center For The Lakers (w/ Tony Jones) | 17 Aug 2026 | 00:20:51 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Tony Jones of The Athletic to preview Walker Kessler's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers. Follow Tony on X: https://x.com/Tjonesonthenba And read him at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tony-jones/ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:48 Is Kessler who the Lakers believe he is? 4:26 Why was the acquisition so polarizing? 8:42 What will Walker look like offensively next to Luka and Austin? 12:54 How real is his 3-point and passing progress? 14:40 Is his health/availability a legitimate concern? 18:15 What's Walker like in the locker room? 19:49 Outro | |||
| Lakers 2026-27 Schedule: Biggest Games, Toughest Stretches & Key Takeaways | 13 Aug 2026 | 00:19:27 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 2026-27 schedule release. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:01 Notes on LA's schedule 1:50 LA's first 10 games of the season 3:21 Longest road trip of the season 4:31 LAL only plays OKC & SAS three times each 5:58 The most important games of the season 12:44 LAL-GSW opening night thoughts 15:45 LAL-PHI Christmas Day thoughts 18:23 Outro | |||
| The Lakers Sold For $12.5 Billion To Bob Iger & Josh Kushner: What Happens Now? | 12 Aug 2026 | 00:19:28 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' record-breaking $12.5 billion sale to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:33 Why did Mark Walter sell the team 14 months later? 4:37 Looking back on the Walter era 7:06 What we know about Bob Iger and Josh Kushner 8:58 Does Jeanie Buss remain in charge? 12:01 The uncertainty with the new dynamic 16:25 What's next for Iger and Kushner? 18:31 Outro | |||
| Sandro Mamukelashvili Preview: How His Skill Set Can Unlock The Lakers' Offense (w/ Es Baraheni) | 10 Aug 2026 | 00:28:57 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Es Baraheni of The Athletic to preview Sandro Mamukelashvili's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers. Follow Es on X: https://x.com/JustEsBaraheni Watch him on The Athletic's NBA Daily: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAthleticNBADaily And read him at Raptors Republic: https://raptorsrepublic.com/author/es/ If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:55 Breaking down Mamu's game on both ends 4:01 How Mamu fits with the Lakers 6:51 Mamu's 4-year, $52M contract 8:31 Is Mamu more of a 4 or a 5? 13:31 Can Mamu start at the 4? 17:54 Does Mamu fit better than Rui did? 23:19 Mamu's 2026 playoff struggles 26:23 What is Mamu like in the locker room? 28:06 Outro | |||
| Who Should Be The Lakers' Fifth Starter? Rotation, Minutes & More (w/ Trevor Lane & Iztok Franko) | 06 Aug 2026 | 00:51:38 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Trevor Lane and Iztok Franko to analyze the Los Angeles Lakers' fifth starter battle, rotation, and projected minutes. Follow Iztok on X: https://x.com/iztok_franko Subscribe to digginbasketball: https://digginbasketball.substack.com/ Follow Trevor on X: https://x.com/TrevorLane Follow Lakers Collective: https://www.youtube.com/@LakersCollective Follow Lakers Nation: https://www.youtube.com/@LakersNation Follow The BasketballBulletin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBasketballBulletin Follow The NBA Front Office Show: https://www.youtube.com/c/NBAFrontOffice If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:08 Analyzing the four candidates for LA's fifth starting spot 16:57 Which players fill out the backend of the rotation? 30:36 How many minutes will each projected rotation player play? 42:50 What does the rotation look like if LA lands a starting wing and/or backup C? 46:20 LA's new depth stands out 48:26 Who will LA waive/trade to get to 15 players? 50:07 Outro | |||
| Lakers Mailbag: LA's Ceiling With A Starting Wing, Should They Stand Pat? & More | 04 Aug 2026 | 00:57:33 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:31 Question No. 1: Where would LA rank with PJ or Kuminga? 6:18 Question No. 2: Is it possible to land a good backup C and a starting wing? 12:14 Question No. 3: Could this team actually be fine as is? 18:26 Question No. 4: Is Mamu closer to what LA needs at the 4 than Rui? 23:00 Question No. 5: Would PJ Washington be the ideal fifth starter? 29:11 Question No. 6: Is Grant Williams an overlooked option? 37:05 Question No. 7: Over/under on organized offense rate next season? 39:44 Question No. 8: How much will Ziaire Williams play if no PJ/Kuminga? 43:32 Question No. 9: What's the greatest Lakers team of all-time? 52:38 Question No. 10: Who are my favorite Lakers ever? 57:08 Outro | |||
| Lakers Mailbag: Why LA Should Make A Move Now + Next Summer's Cap Space, OKC & More | 31 Jul 2026 | 00:59:27 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:28 Question No. 1: Can LA trade for a wing now + still use NTMLE next summer? 13:05 Question No. 2: Why are the Lakers interested in Kuminga? 22:31 Question No. 3: Does LA match up better with OKC without Dort? 31:24 Question No. 4: Can anyone win the title nowadays post-NYK? 36:07 Question No. 5: Can Carr & Thiero develop into starters? 43:57 Question No. 6: Would you trade Carr & Thiero for Watson or Murphy? 49:19 Question No. 7: Is JJ the right coach for the team? 56:12 Question No. 8: Will LA keep Hardy after welcoming him? 59:06 Outro | |||
| Lakers Mailbag: What's LA's New Identity? + Kuminga's Impact, 50 Wins & More | 29 Jul 2026 | 00:48:25 | |
Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:26 Question No. 1: What will LA's offensive and defensive identities be this season? 12:06 Question No. 2: Will the Lakers win at least 50 games again? 15:20 Question No. 3: How would adding Kuminga change LA's season outlook? (+ my favorite sitcoms) 23:30 Question No. 4: Are the Lakers afraid to go all-in with their assets? 28:10 Question No. 5: How can LA add two starters + a backup C? 37:14 Question No. 6: Will JJ hinder the young players' growth? 43:14 Question No. 7: Who has the brighter future: LA or Dallas? 47:54 Outro | |||
| LeBron To Philadelphia: Breaking Down His Fit With The 76ers | 24 Jul 2026 | 00:18:16 | |
Jovan Buha analyzes LeBron James' signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:10 Why did LeBron choose Philadelphia? 3:29 How the 76ers' starting lineup will fit together offensively 8:37 How the Sixers stack up in the East and NBA 13:28 LeBron's relationship with Philly & its fans 14:44 Final thoughts on LeBron to Philly 16:30 What's next for the rest of the league? 17:22 Outro | |||
| Lakers Summer League Takeaways: Breaking Down LA's Young Core (with Mike Garcia) | 23 Jul 2026 | 01:28:01 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Mike Garcia to analyze the Los Angeles Lakers' young core from summer league — Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero, Chris Mañon and Arthur Kaluma — and how ready each is for NBA minutes next season. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Follow Mike on Substack: https://lakersdraft.substack.com/ And on X: https://x.com/CanyonDriver Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:03 Opening impressions of Cameron Carr 10:03 Areas of improvement for Carr 15:19 Is Carr ready for a rotation role? 18:18 Adou Thiero's progress this summer 26:21 Why Thiero should be playing from Day 1 30:52 Arthur Kaluma's rise and two-way potential 37:20 How Kaluma potentially fits into the wing rotation 41:31 Chris Mañon's potential viability at the NBA level 47:10 Who makes more sense on the roster: Kaluma or Mañon? 50:36 Q&A 1:26:29 Outro | |||
| Lakers Sign Matisse Thybulle: How He Fits & What's Next | 21 Jul 2026 | 01:25:09 | |
Jovan Buha analyzes the Los Angeles Lakers' signing of Matisse Thybulle, including how Thybulle fits, where things stand with the Lakers' roster, and their next moves. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 4:02 Thybulle's profile & strengths 8:55 Thybulle's limitations 15:00 Where does he slot in the rotation? 22:26 What's next with Kuminga? 25:26 Who will the Lakers eventually move on from? 30:15 Q&A 1:24:15 Outro | |||
| How The Dort-To-Hawks Trade Impacts The Lakers' Kuminga Pursuit | 20 Jul 2026 | 00:32:50 | |
Jovan Buha analyzes how the Oklahoma City Thunder's trade of Lu Dort to the Atlanta Hawks impacts the Los Angeles Lakers. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:46 Initial thoughts on OKC trading Dort 5:52 How this trade impacts the Lakers' pursuit of Kuminga/another starter 15:24 Why LA's biggest hurdle is currently rerouting its players 32:03 Outro | |||
| Lakers Depth Chart: Starters, Rotation, Closers & What’s Still Missing? | 17 Jul 2026 | 00:38:02 | |
Jovan Buha analyzes the Los Angeles Lakers' projected depth chart, including their potential starters, rotation, closing lineup, and what's still missing. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:34 One GIANT caveat to this entire conversation 3:04 LA's offensive depth chart 4:51 LA's defensive depth chart 16:16 Depth chart notes 29:38 How different starting lineups project statistically 37:38 Outro | |||
| Lakers Sign Ziaire Williams, Austin Reaves Takes $5M Pay Cut: What's Next? (w/ Andy Kamenetzky) | 14 Jul 2026 | 01:28:42 | |
Jovan Buha is joined by Andy Kamenetzky to discuss the Lakers' signing of Ziaire Williams, Austin Reaves ' pay cut, the Jonathan Kuminga situation, summer league standouts, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Watch Andy on Locked On Lakers here: https://www.youtube.com/@LockedOnLakers And follow him here: https://x.com/KamBrothers YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/xFaPWsQFYr Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:23 The Lakers signed Ziaire Williams to a one-year, $3M deal 12:02 Austin Reaves takes a $5M pay cut (4 years, $180M) 18:26 LA's continued pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga 35:16 Cameron Carr & Adou Thiero stand out in summer league 47:25 Chris Mañon and Arthur Kaluma are intriguing two-way prospects 53:37 Q&A 1:27:41 Outro | |||
| Lakers Q&A: Is One More Move Coming? Kuminga Interest, Asking Price & More | 09 Jul 2026 | 00:29:02 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers making several of their offseason moves official and to what's next with the Jonathan Kuminga situation. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 1:24 How LA can still create more cap space 3:29 Why LA will most likely operate above the cap 4:41 The asking price for Jonathan Kuminga 7:09 Trade rules for the Lakers (once above the cap) 9:01 Why Kuminga's contract is the most important part of the deal 12:35 Additional Kuminga intel 14:48 LA's reported lack of interest in PJ Washington 22:37 Final thoughts on the Kuminga situation 28:19 Outro | |||
| BREAKING: Lakers Sign Kevon Looney: Reaction, Fit & What's Next | 08 Jul 2026 | 00:22:11 | |
Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers signing Kevon Looney as their backup center. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 0:52 LA signs Kevon Looney to be their backup center 2:16 Comparing Looney to the rest of the center market 5:13 Looney's profile 6:32 Looney's strengths 10:11 Looney's weaknesses 15:06 Why the Looney signing is ultimately fine (albeit underwhelming) 21:33 Outro | |||
| Lakers Q&A: How Does LA Land A Starting Forward? Next Steps & More | 07 Jul 2026 | 00:41:42 | |
Jovan Buha discusses how the Los Angeles Lakers can add a starting forward, including their pathways, targets, and the importance of order of operations. If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it. Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/ YouTube memberships are live! Join here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join Join our new Buha's Block Discord: https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcA Follow Jovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/ Follow Jovan on X: https://x.com/jovanbuha Follow Jovan on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuha TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 3:55 The Lakers' pathways to landing a starting forward 7:11 LA's trade assets 8:03 Lakers trade candidates 11:30 LA's order of operations using additional cap space 14:01 LA's order of operations above the cap 15:36 Trade rules above the cap (depending on outgoing salary) 19:13 Potential trade forward/wing targets 31:33 Potential FA forward/wing targets 35:15 Potential FA center targets 38:41 LA's order of operations without a trade 40:25 Recap 41:22 Outro | |||