Buha's Block with Jovan Buha

Jovan Buha welcomes Claire de Lune of The Guardian to break down the biggest storylines for the Los Angeles Lakers at the 30-game mark. Jovan and Claire discuss the past 10 games, why the Lakers need to make trades and should put their picks on the table, De'Aaron Fox, LeBron James' recent play, the new starting lineup, Max Christie, the offensive regression, the defensive improvement, Austin Reaves' importance, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 00:00 Intro 1:15 Assessing the past 10 games 3:18 Storyline No. 1: How many picks should the Lakers be willing to trade? 12:33 Could the Lakers get in the De’Aaron Fox race? 18:51 Storyline No. 2: LeBron’s play post-hiatus 26:04 Storyline No. 3: The new starting lineup's success 29:26 Storyline No. 4: Max Christie emerges as the fifth starter 32:42 Storyline No. 5: The offense has significantly regressed 38:01 Storyline No. 6: The defense has dramatically improved 41:40 Storyline No. 7: Austin Reaves’ growth & importance 49:49 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' 115-113 win over the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day 2024. Jovan analyzes Austin Reaves stepping up with a game-winning layup and triple-double, LeBron James' two-way brilliance, Anthony Davis' left ankle sprain, LA's small-ball success, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:33 Takeaway No. 1: No AD, no problem (for tonight) 10:05 Takeaway No. 2: Austin Reaves steps up with game-winner & triple-double 12:28 Takeaway No. 3: The Lakers have shown enough to invest in 15:51 Q&A 46:22 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' 117-114 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Monday, December 23, 2024. Jovan analyzes the unserious nature of the loss, the Lakers' 20 turnovers, the obvious roster needs that were exposed and confirmed, the offensive improvement within the halfcourt, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:13 Takeaway No. 1: An unserious performance from LA 13:18 Takeaway No. 2: This both exposed and confirmed clear roster needs 19:40 Takeaway No. 3: Offensive progress in the halfcourt (when they weren't turning the ball over) 22:35 Q&A 1:06:13 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' 103-99 win over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday, December 21, 2024. Jovan analyzes the Lakers' sweeping the road trip in Sacramento, their fourth win in five games, LeBron James bullying the Kings inside, Rui Hachimura's offensive tip-out to secure the victory, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:39 Takeaway No. 1: Overcoming late-game adversity 6:27 Takeaway No. 2: LeBron plays bully ball early and often 9:19 Takeaway No. 3: LA’s recent defense potentially changes their ceiling 15:56 Q&A 48:07 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' 113-100 win over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday, December 19, 2024. Jovan analyzes the Lakers' league-best defense over the past four games, Anthony Davis outplaying Domantas Sabonis, offensive rebounding and winning the possession battle, LA jumping up to No. 7 in the West, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:58 Takeaway No. 1: LA has the league's best defense over the past 4 games 11:33 Takeaway No. 2: AD outplays Sabonis (despite shooting struggles) 14:48 Takeaway No. 3: The Lakers control the possession battle 20:49 Q&A 1:19:00 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 Anthony Irwin of the Lakers Lounge podcast and ClutchPoints to discuss Darvin Ham’s post-NBA Cup comments and the Lakers’ trade plans. Jovan and Anthony analyze Darvin Ham’s remarks about his Lakers tenure, why two things can be true about it, how LA is well-positioned to make a trade, what this deadline will reveal, the lack of urgency to open trade season, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:09 Dissecting Darvin Ham’s comments 13:45 Why two things can be true with Ham’s tenure in LA 24:46 The Lakers are well-positioned to make a trade 36:40 Which direction do they want to go? 45:38 LA’s lack of urgency to open the trade season 50:47 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 breaks down his report for The Athletic on the Los Angeles Lakers' trade plans ahead of the 2025 trade deadline. Jovan covers if the Lakers are likely to make a trade, what LA is looking for, who realistic trade targets are, if any Lakers players are untouchable, which Lakers players are most likely to be traded, what rival teams will want from LA, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:20 Are the Lakers likely to make a trade? 8:31 What are they looking for and who are realistic targets? 16:28 Which Lakers are eligible to be traded? 16:54 Are any players untouchable? 18:20 Who are they likely to trade? 21:24 What will teams want from LA? 22:54 What are LA’s financial and roster limitations? 25:03 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. Jovan analyzes the Lakers' most likely outcomes on the trade market, LeBron James setting the tone, Jonas Valanciunas, Dorian Finney-Smith and Cam Johnson, LA's recent defense upturn, Max Christie's progress and role with the starters, D'Angelo Russell's inconsistency, playing the Kings on Thursday and Saturday, and 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

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 116-110 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. Jovan analyzes LeBron James' return, his ongoing foot injury and how LA plans to manage it, Max Christie becoming the fifth starter, if the Lakers are back, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:05 Takeaway No. 1: LeBron returns but the foot injury lingers 14:23 Takeaway No. 2: Max Christie is now the fifth starter 24:54 Takeaway No. 3: Are the Lakers back? 32:46 Q&A 1:24:03 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' 97-87 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday, December 13, 2024. Jovan analyzes LeBron James' absence from the Lakers, Austin Reaves' return, the team's scoring struggles against Minnesota for the second straight game, LA dropping to 10th in the West, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 4:23 Takeaway No. 1: LeBron's absence this week has been ... odd 8:02 Takeaway No. 2: Austin Reaves returns and provides a boost 10:27 Takeaway No. 3: LA still clearly needs LeBron offensively (as expected) 17:30 Q&A 1:25:34 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 Sam Amick of The Athletic — the first three-time guest of the show! — to discuss LeBron James, Bronny James, trade questions and more. Jovan and Sam analyze the Lakers managing LeBron's workload, Bronny playing in his first road G League game, what to make of the Lakers at this point of the season, what they could get for their best players in trades, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:14 LeBron James is missing his second straight game 9:00 Bronny James playing in his first road G League game 13:55 What should we make of the Lakers at this point of the season? 24:43 What’s the most fascinating trade question with LA? 36:28 Question No. 1: What could the Lakers get if they traded their best players? 45:03 Question No. 2 & 3: Does LeBron need to reduce his role + play better defense? 55:39 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 your Los Angeles Lakers questions in his latest mailbag. He analyzes the ideal starting five for the Lakers, who LA is most likely to trade for (Jonas Valanciunas?), what the Lakers’ record will be over the next 14 games, the type of player they’d trade both first-round picks for (Jimmy Butler?), if LeBron will retire after this season, and more. If you'd like Jovan to answer your questions in a future mailbag, drop your question in a comment below, or when he posts a prompt in the YouTube community section. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:13 Question No. 1: What is the ideal starting five until a trade? 7:54 Question No. 2: Who are the Lakers most likely to trade for? 12:35 Question No. 3: What will LA’s record be over the next 14 games? 13:22 Question No. 4: Who would LA trade both first-round picks for? 17:24 Question No. 5: Is LA prioritizing a center or 3-and-D wing more? 22:43 Question No. 6: Maximize DLo/LeBron/Rui/AD/shooting/spacing? 36:23 Question No. 7: Trade for 3-and-D wing + move Rui to bench? 42:01 Question No. 8: Will LeBron retire if LA doesn’t make a trade? 44:37 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' 107-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Jovan analyzes the Lakers' play without LeBron James, D'Angelo Russell's season-best performance, Rui Hachimura setting the tone on both sides of the ball, Anthony Davis' defensive masterclass, the upcoming break for Los Angeles, Jerami Grant's disappointing audition, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 6:09 Takeaway No. 1: DLo sparks the win with season-best performance 12:55 Takeaway No. 2: Rui Hachimura sets the tone on both ends 18:16 Takeaway No. 3: LA gets a much-needed break 23:01 Bonus takeaway: Jerami Grant's discouraging audition 26:29 Q&A 1:17:10 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

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 134-132 overtime loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Friday, December 6, 2024. Jovan analyzes the Lakers' late-game lapses, two of the season's best performances from LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Gabe Vincent's fit as a starter, the state of LA's defense, the 1-3 road trip, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:32 Takeaway No. 1: Late-game lapses cost LA again 16:31 Takeaway No. 2: Another starting lineup change 23:12 Takeaway No. 3: Is the Orlando loss the sliding-doors moment of the season? 28:54 Q&A 1:34:35 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 Allen Sliwa of The Sliwa Show to break down what’s wrong with the Lakers following their 41-point drubbing to the Miami Heat and their sixth loss in eight games. Jovan and Allen discuss the players’ pride and competitiveness, the changes the Lakers can make in the short term to try to get out of this mess, if there is something deeper going on with this group, if a trade can even fix things, Walker Kessler and other trade targets, Buha vs. Sliwa 1-on-1, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:40 Why the players have been the most discouraging part of all of this 8:39 What changes can LA make in the short term? 18:45 Is there something deeper going on with this group? 26:17 Mailbag question No. 1: Does a trade even fix this? 39:11 Mailbag question No. 2: Should LA rest LeBron & AD more? 42:29 Mailbag question No. 3: Should the Lakers trade for Kessler & Sexton? 46:00 Mailbag question No. 4: Does LA need more youth & athleticism in potential trades? 52:57 Who’d win in basketball 1-on-1: Buha or Sliwa? 54:22 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' 134-93 loss to the Miami Heat on Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Jovan analyzes LA's embarrassing play on both ends, their pride and competitiveness, their ongoing skid (six losses in eight games), Anthony Davis' back-to-back season-low performances, what needs to change, and more. If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe! Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:03 Takeaway No. 1: There is clearly something wrong with LA right now 12:56 Takeaway No. 2: AD needs to be better on both ends 15:47 Takeaway No. 3: Changes are needed -- and sooner than later 22:49 Q&A 1:24:50 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 breaks down the biggest storylines for the Los Angeles Lakers at the season's quarter mark. Jovan discusses LeBron James’ recent slump, LA’s struggles against good teams, Dalton Knecht, D’Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt and LA’s injuries, early lineup data, trade season nearly being here, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:03 Storyline No. 1: LeBron James’ slump 9:13 Storyline No. 2: LA’s struggles against good teams 12:27 Storyline No. 3: The new starting group isn’t working (yet) 16:20 Storyline No. 4: Dalton Knecht’s breakout 21:01 Storyline No. 5: The offense has been a bigger issue than the defense 25:38 Storyline No. 6: D’Angelo Russell’s resurgence 30:24 Storyline No. 7: Early lineup data 34:45 Storyline No. 8: Max Christie’s re-emergence in the rotation 37:14 Storyline No. 9: LA’s injuries continue to mount (Jarred Vanderbilt update) 41:55 Storyline No. 10: Trade SZN is almost here 45:13 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' 109-80 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday, December 2, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' latest blowout loss, their recent offensive struggles, LeBron James' prolonged slump, LA's standing at the quarter-mark of the season, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 4:51 Takeaway No. 1: LA's offense is a bigger problem than its defense (for now) 16:13 Takeaway No. 2: LeBron is in a prolonged slump 21:55 Takeaway No. 3: Quarter-mark check-in 25:18 Q&A 56:05 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' 105-104 win over the Utah Jazz on Sunday, December 1, 2024. Jovan covers the shorthanded Lakers' nail-biting win, LeBron James and Anthony Davis putting the offense on their backs, Gabe Vincent's best game as a Laker, Dalton Knecht's struggles, Walker Kessler, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:28 Takeaway No. 1: LeBron & AD carry the shorthanded group 10:42 Takeaway No. 2: This was Gabe Vincent's best game as a Laker 16:55 Takeaway No. 3: Dalton Knecht is still a rookie 20:37 Bonus takeaway: Walker Kessler is the exact type of big LA needs 24:49 Q&A 1:14:56 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' 101-93 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday, November 29, 2024. Jovan covers the Lakers' third straight home loss, their elimination from the NBA Cup, their unforced errors, their defensive progress over the past two games, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 7:24 Takeaway No. 1: The Lakers are eliminated from the NBA Cup 11:44 Takeaway No. 2: Too many unforced errors 20:09 Takeaway No. 3: LA has defended well the past two games 25:13 Q&A 55:03 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' 119-101 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday, November 27, 2024. Jovan covers LA snapping its three-game skid, reinserting Dalton Knecht into the starting lineup, why it worked, the supporting cast stepping up, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 4:03 Takeaway No. 1: Dalton Knecht is back in the starting lineup 14:28 Takeaway No. 2: The supporting cast steps up in a big way 20:27 Takeaway No. 3: JJ shortens the rotation 26:52 Q&A 1:00:43 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' 127-100 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 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' 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 welcomes Sam Vecenie of The Athletic and Game Theory Podcast to break down Los Angeles Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht’s recent surge.Sam and I discuss his early impressions of Knecht, the 37-point performance against the Utah Jazz, whether Knecht should keep starting once Rui Hachimura returns from injury, where Knecht would go in a redraft of the 2024 NBA Draft, a realistic ceiling for him, the Klay Thompson comparisons, Duncan Robinson, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:55 Early impressions of Dalton Knecht and his 37-point eruption5:59 Does Knecht remain the starter once Rui Hachimura returns?11:25 Where would Knecht go in a redraft of the 2024 NBA Draft?20:24 What does Knecht need to focus on the rest of the season?27:29 What’s a realistic ceiling for Knecht?31:39 What does Sam think of the Klay Thompson comparisons?36:28 Why Sam compares Knecht to a more explosive Duncan Robinson38:45 There’s more to Knecht’s game than just shooting41:26 LA can make noise in the West43:18 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 reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 124-118 win over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. Jovan covers Dalton Knecht's career night of a career-high 37 points and a rookie record-tying nine 3-pointers, what it means for his future role, the Lakers being 9-0 in the NBA Cup, LA's six-game win streak, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro3:16 Takeaway No. 1: Dalton Knecht's historic ERUPTION17:42 Takeaway No. 2: LA has a legitimate chance to win their NBA Cup group23:18 Takeaway No. 3: How long will the winning streak last?27:35 Q&A1:04:25 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 analyzes five notable developments amid the Los Angeles Lakers' five-game win streak.From Dalton Knecht's breakout to LeBron James' playmaking to LA's improvement in transition defense, Jovan covers the developments that have led to the Lakers' recent surge.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:33 Contextualizing LA’s five-game win streak5:33 Trend No. 1: Dalton Knecht’s breakout11:40 Trend No. 2: A more balanced rotation15:53 Trend No. 3: LeBron's increased playmaking23:05 Trend No. 4: Transition defense has improved27:32 Trend No. 5: Max Christie’s re-emergence33:49 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' 104-99 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday, November 16, 2024. Jovan covers the value of winning ugly, LA's second-half comeback, LeBron James' clutch play, Dalton Knecht's career-best night (so far), Christian Koloko's growth, Max Christie, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro2:59 Takeaway No. 1: A win is a win in the West12:47 Takeaway No. 2: Dalton Knecht has officially arrived23:40 Takeaway No. 3: Christian Koloko is showing growth28:39 Q&A2:04:18 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 reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 120-115 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday, November 15, 2024. Jovan covers Anthony Davis' 40-point performance and recent hot shooting, LeBron James' fourth straight triple-double, Max Christie's best game of the season, the bench's contributions, the NBA Cup, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:49 Takeaway No. 1: Max Christie breaks out12:32 Takeaway No. 2: AD's recent 3-point shooting17:26 Bonus takeaway: LeBron's fourth straight triple-double19:08 Takeaway No. 3: LA improves to 8-0 in the NBA Cup26:52 Q&A1:13:01 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 covers the latest on the trade front, the players most to least likely to be traded, LA’s recent mismanaging of young talent, if the Lakers can be a top-10 defense, why JJ Redick trusts Gabe Vincent, Max Christie, if Dalton Knecht could’ve been fed more vs. Memphis, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:05 Question No. 1: Are the Lakers waiting for Dec. 15 to make a trade?7:33 Question No. 2: Most to least likely to be traded + Cam Johnson?13:05 Question No. 3: What player(s) best support LeBron & AD?16:45 Question No. 4: Why isn’t LA developing and retaining its young talent?22:55 Question No. 5: Can LA be a top-10 defense?26:26 Question No. 6: Why does JJ trust Gabe Vincent so much?32:05 Question No. 7: Does Max Christie deserve another shot?35:28 Question No. 8: Should LA feed Dalton better when he’s hot?40:48 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 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 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

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 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