Buha's Block with Jovan Buha

Jovan Buha reacts to JJ Redick’s introductory news conference as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.Jovan covers how Redick won his first press conference, what we learned about his coaching philosophies, why the Lakers are prioritizing player development, how Rob Pelinka tempered trade expectations for this week, the clarification we received on the coaching search and hiring process, LeBron James and Anthony Davis’ involvement, and more.If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe!Chapters:0:00 Intro1:01 Takeaway No. 1: JJ won the press conference6:04 Takeaway No. 2: Redick’s coaching philosophy crystallizes11:42 Takeaway No. 3: The importance of player development17:20 Takeaway No. 4: Tempered trade expectations26:19 Takeaway No. 5: Clarification on the coaching search31:52 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 Mike Garcia to break down the Los Angeles Lakers and the 2024 NBA Draft. Jovan and Mike discuss the types of players the Lakers will be looking at with the No. 17 pick, why Mike is so high on DaRon Holmes II, if it’s worth trading up for Devin Carter or Ron Holland, other players that could drop to LA at No. 17 or No. 55, Bronny James Jr.’s potential, Zach Edey’s fit, Jalen Hood-Schifino’s role and G League play, Maxwell Lewis, Max Christie’s development and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:55 What types of players are the looking for at No. 17?3:19 Why Mike loves DaRon Holmes II6:34 Other players that could drop to the Lakers8:07 Is it worth it for LA to trade up in this draft?11:25 Is it worth keeping the pick given LA’s title ambitions?15:32 Best player available even if it’s a PG?20:51 Bronny James Jr. as a prospect23:11 Is it worth potentially trading up for Bronny?25:15 Second-round sleepers?28:12 How would Zach Edey fit in LA?31:57 How would Edey fit next to AD?33:38 JHS’s rookie season and Year 237:17 JHS in G League vs. the NBA38:08 Maxwell Lewis’ rookie season and Year 239:17 Can Lewis scale up to defend bigger wings?40:59 Max Christie’s potential47:54 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 and reports on the news that the Los Angeles Lakers have hired JJ Redick as their next head coach.Jovan covers Redick’s contract, how we got here, potential assistant coaching candidates for Redick’s staff, what we know about Redick as a coach from his interview process, the risk of the hiring, the potential upside, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:55 How we got here6:10 Potential assistant coaching candidates8:29 What we know about JJ as a coach11:59 The obvious risk and potential upside with this hire17:21 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions in the latest Buha's Block mailbag. Jovan covers why the Lakers aren’t going to trade LeBron James, the potential scenarios in which D’Angelo Russell remains a Laker, what the Arenas provision means for Max Christie’s free agency, if Christie can develop into a 3-and-D rotation wing, DeMar DeRozan’s fit in LA, Jalen Hood-Schifino’s trade value, and more. If you enjoy this type of NBA content, please like, comment and subscribe! Chapters:0:00 Intro1:22 Question No. 1: Any scenarios in which DLo stays a Laker?7:18 Question No. 2: Do we need to use the MLE on Christie? Arenas provision?12:16 Question No. 3: Can Max be the elusive 3-and-D wing?16:06 Question No. 4: Trae Young and Deandre Hunter?19:50 Question No. 5: Revisit Dejounte Murray trade talks?21:57 Question No. 6: What is JHS’s trade value?23:55 Question No. 7: Does LA have a chance to sign DeMar DeRozan?26:16 Question No. 8: LeBron-Booker swap?28:24 Question No. 9: JHS and Maxwell Lewis contribute next season?31:29 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 preview the Los Angeles Lakers' plans for the 2024 NBA Draft. Jovan and Sam discuss the passing of Jerry West, the Lakers’ plans at No. 17, the prospects Sam likes in that range, if LA will draft the best player available or for need/position, Zach Edey, Bronny James, LA potentially acquiring another second-round pick, Jalen Hood-Schifino and Maxwell Lewis entering Year 2, Max Christie’s free-agency market, Dan Hurley and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro2:39 Rest in peace Jerry West6:30 Lakers’ No. 17 pick in Sam’s latest mock9:10 Will draft BPA or best fit/position?15:17 Which other players make sense at No. 17?19:05 Odds the Lakers trade the No. 17 pick?23:23 Bronny James at No. 55?27:56 What is Bronny’s ceiling in the draft?29:50 Any buzz about LA acquiring another second-round pick?33:46 Jalen Hood-Schifino entering Year 238:03 Maxwell Lewis entering Year 241:12 Max Christie’s restricted free agency and his market51:36 Sam’s take on LA’s Dan Hurley pursuit59:26 Check out Sam’s NBA Draft guide!1:01:16 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 Connecticut coach Dan Hurley rejecting the Lakers’ six-year, $70 million contract offer on Monday, June 10, 2024. Jovan analyzes the timeline of events, why this never passed the smell test for me and many others, why this situation reflects poorly on LA, Hurley’s potential leverage play, all of the fallout from the Lakers’ Hurley pursuit, JJ Redick’s standing, his take on the contract offer for Hurley, what’s next and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:28 Recapping the Hurley timeline2:07 This situation never passed the smell test4:06 How this reflects on the Lakers7:31 The fallout from striking out on Hurley13:10 The second botched coaching search?16:11 There are more questions than answers currently17:44 My take on the Lakers’ contract offer to Hurley25:24 What’s next for LA?28:02 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 Los Angeles Lakers' surprising pursuit of Connecticut coach Dan Hurley.Jovan and Trevor discuss the stunning nature of Thursday’s news, the Lakers’ secrecy during the process, how Hurley could fare at the NBA, what this could signify from a roster-building perspective, why JJ Redick shouldn’t be counted out yet, LA’s biggest team priorities, the potential roster crunch, the reality of the new NBA and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:34 LA’s stunning pursuit of Dan Hurley4:41 Does this signify a shift toward player development?9:46 How would Hurley fare at the NBA level?16:19 What about JJ Redick?19:48 Hurley vs. Redick21:09 The secrecy element is fascinating25:03 Ranking the biggest roster priorities for LA31:05 The Lakers’ potential roster crunch37:08 The ideal third frontcourt player39:35 Using Dallas as a roster-building example43:38 The realities of the new NBA44:56 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 looks at the Lakers’ current roster and depth chart to assess their five biggest roster priorities this offseason. He then breaks down LA’s needs on the wing, their hole in the backcourt if D’Angelo Russell leaves or is traded, their revolving door of subpar backup bigs, their potential 3-point shooting void, bench wildcards and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:23 A look at the roster and depth chart5:43 No. 1: 3-and-D wings19:51 No. 2: DLo replacement24:18 No. 3: Quality backup big30:46 No. 4: 3-point shooting35:10 No. 5: Bench scoring39:15 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Lakers are "zeroing in" on JJ Redick as the "front-runner" for the franchise's next head coaching position, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.Jovan Buha covers why this has been building for weeks, James Borrego's standing, the uncertainty with the assistant coaching staff and the next steps.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 welcomes Anthony Irwin of Lakers Daily and the Lakers Lounge podcast to break down the Lakers’ coaching search and roster-building approach and answer a few mailbag questions. Jovan and Anthony discuss the latest on the coaching front, JJ Redick, the assistant coaches the Lakers are looking at, the most likely roster-building path, why LA should go all-in this summer, Darvin Ham interviewing with Golden State, how LA can acquire a better second big, how to build around LeBron James in the frontcourt, Cam Johnson, wing and big free-agent options, and more. If you'd like Jovan to answer your questions in a future mailbag, drop your question in the YouTube comments (or respond to him on X/Twitter when he tweets out he’s doing a mailbag). If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:37 Coaching search updates6:15 Assistant coaching options17:44 Most likely roster-building path for LA?23:15 Why LA should go all-in with assets this summer35:58 How would Darvin Ham fit with the Warriors?41:22 Mailbag 41:28 Feasible ways to acquire a good big?45:51 Will LA actually go all-in for LeBron and AD?52:43 Best approach in building frontcourt around LeBron?1:02:05 Is Cam Johnson a good target?1:09:00 Wing and big free-agent options?1:23:40 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha answers your questions on the coaching search and offseason plans in the latest Buha's Block mailbag.Jovan covers the Los Angeles Lakers’ most likely roster-building route this offseason, how strong the JJ Redick coaching rumblings are, how Mikal Bridges would fit, the best non-star targets for LA, the best role players around a hypothetical LeBron James/Anthony Davis/Trae Young core, the need for more frontcourt size and athleticism, if Zach Edey makes sense if the Lakers keep the No. 17 pick, if Kyrie Irving really was an option at the 2023 trade deadline, the Lakers’ future post-LeBron, and more.If you'd like Jovan to answer your questions in a future mailbag, drop your question in the YouTube comments (or respond to him on X/Twitter when he tweets out he’s doing a mailbag).If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:43 What is the most likely route for the Lakers this offseason?6:26 How strong are the JJ Redick rumblings?8:08 Should LA go after Mikal Bridges?11:58 Who are the best non-star targets?18:40 Are the Lakers shopping Rui Hachimura?20:42 What are the ideal player archetypes around Trae/LeBron/AD?24:23 D’Angelo Russell’s future?27:48 Is LA going to prioritize more frontcourt size and athleticism?31:32 Should LA draft Zach Edey at No. 17 (if they keep the pick)?33:54 Was Kyrie Irving really an option for the Lakers?38:08 Is Zach LaVine at Klutch Pro Day a sign?40:13 Do the Lakers have a bright future post-LeBron?44:27 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the conference finals underway, here is one lesson for the Los Angeles Lakers from each finalist. Jovan Buha covers the impact of Minnesota’s size and length (and especially their frontcourt), Dallas’ trade-deadline activity turning their season around and showing you can significantly improve without acquiring a star, Boston’s 3-point volume and one of the most decisive trends of the playoffs, Indian’s all-in trade for Pascal Siakam and the importance of finding a star that complements your roster, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro1:14 Minnesota Timberwolves9:19 Dallas Mavericks17:44 Boston Celtics23:58 Indiana Pacers29:16 Overarching lesson from all four teams31:24 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 welcomes Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report and Sports Business Classroom to break down the Los Angeles Lakers’ salary cap outlook entering the 2024 offseason and the various roster-building paths they can take this summer. Eric and Jovan discuss the exceptions the Lakers could have available to them, the pros and cons of LeBron James opting in vs. opting out, making a trade on draft day vs. waiting for the offseason, how aggregating players in offseason trades works, why D’Angelo Russell is the pivot point of the offseason, how his decision affects Max Christie and Taurean Prince, free-agent point guard replacements for DLo, how Trae Young, Donovan Mitchell or Darius Garland would fit in LA, and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:'0:00 Intro1:15 What are the likely tools LA will have available in free agency?6:13 LeBron opting in and extending vs. opting out and re-signing10:55 Difference in making a draft-day trade vs. waiting for the offseason?16:03 How aggregating players in an offseason trade works24:03 Why LA will have three picks available to trade regardless of NOP's decision27:35 Why DLo is the pivot point of the offseason (and affects Max Christie)39:10 Free-agent point guard replacements if DLo walks46:35 When DLo could be traded if he opts in47:30 Trae Young’s fit in LA49:26 Where else could DLo end up?55:43 How LA could flesh out the roster around a third star if they trade DLo58:06 How a sign-and-trade three-team trade could work1:03:00 Why the Lakers are unlikely to go over the second apron1:04:47 How do empty roster charges factor in?1:10:27 Darius Garland could become available1:11:55 How willing would Cleveland be to help LeBron/the Lakers?1:15:55 Why the Lakers and the Bulls trading is unlikely1:17:39 How do the Reddish and Hayes player options impact things?1:23:05 Where you can find Eric online1:23:48 Apply for Sports Business Classroom!1:27:39 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 welcomes Khobi Price of the Southern California News Group to break down the recent Los Angeles Lakers buzz surrounding JJ Redick and Donovan Mitchell.Khobi and Jovan discuss Khobi's first year on the Lakers beat, the pros and cons of JJ Redick as the Lakers' potential head coach, the other candidates they like, the X-factors of the job, the importance of how LeBron and Anthony Davis feel about the coaching search, Donovan Mitchell's potential fit as a third star, three stars vs. upgrading the supporting cast, roster lessons LA can take from these playoffs, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:54 Khobi’s Mo Bamba story4:36 Khobi’s first year on the Lakers beat6:38 The pros and cons of JJ Redick as LA’s potential next coach19:16 Our favorite non-Redick candidates31:12 LeBron & AD will have a say in all of this38:15 How would Donovan Mitchell fit? Three stars vs. supporting cast upgrade53:04 The importance of nailing roster-building approach this summer1:01:08 What roster lessons should the Lakers take from these playoffs?1:20:54 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 at The Athletic with Shams Charania on JJ Redick, James Borrego and Sam Cassell emerging as the three leading targets for the Los Angeles Lakers during their coaching search.Jovan covers the three frontrunners, the rest of the candidate pool, what the Lakers are looking for from their next coach, legendary Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski (aka Coach K) advising them, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Lakers coaching search update1:12 What LA is looking for from its next coach2:36 Why this is more of an AD hire than a LeBron hire3:47 Coach K is advising LA during this process4:57 JJ Redick6:06 James Borrego6:41 Sam Cassell7:50 Which coaching candidate do you prefer?8:00 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 analyzes the five most important offseason questions for the Los Angeles Lakers. Jovan covers why the coaching search is so important, how the week leading into LeBron James' option deadline could influence his decision, why D'Angelo Russell might be the pivot point of LA's summer, the two different roster-building paths, the draft picks they can trade, and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:32 Question No. 1: Who is the next Lakers coach? 8:57 Question No. 2: What happens with LeBron?13:01 Question No. 3: What happens with DLo?21:25 Question No. 4: Which roster-building path?27:32 Question No. 5: How do they use their picks?31:50 Stay tuned for more32:59 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 answers your questions on the coaching search and offseason plans in the latest Buha's Block mailbag.Jovan covers the Los Angeles Lakers potentially trading the No. 17 pick, the timeline of the coaching search, if Micah Nori and David Adelman are candidates, D'Angelo Russell's market, his prediction for the next Lakers head coach, optimism for Jalen Hood-Schifino, Max Christie's future in LA, and more.If you'd like Jovan to answer your questions in a future mailbag, drop your question in a comment below (or hit him up on X/Twitter when he tweets out the mailbag prompt). If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro0:44 Will LA trade the No. 17 pick for an upgrade?4:28 Timeline on coaching search?9:17 Micah Nori and David Adelman in the mix?10:38 D’Angelo Russell’s market this summer?14:49 Prediction for the Lakers’ next coach?19:51 Jarrett Allen for picks + filler?23:10 Any optimism with JHS?30:11 Gabe Vincent and CP3 at PG?33:16 DeMarcus Cousins an option?36:29 How likely is Max Christie to stay in LA?39:01 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

As the Los Angeles Lakers begin their coaching search, there are three important lessons from the tenures of Frank Vogel and Darvin Ham that they need to apply moving forward.Jovan Buha covers the importance of nailing the basics with their next coach, why the Lakers will need to be more competitive with their contract offer, prioritizing the alignment between the coach, front office and players, why the new coach has to be more adaptable than his predecessors, why the coach also needs gravitas (and how that favors JJ Redick), and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.0:00 Intro0:40 The basics of this coaching search6:39 Lesson No. 1: Alignment between the coach, front office and stars14:31 Lesson No. 2: Adaptability based on roster personnel20:05 Lesson No. 3: Gravitas and commanding the locker room30:59 Lessons recap32:49 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

In Episode 19, Jovan Buha reacts to the news that the Lakers fired head coach Darvin Ham on Friday, May 3, 2024.Jovan covers where the season went wrong for Darvin Ham, why this isn't all his fault, the latest names he's hearing on the Lakers' coaching search, what the organization is looking for, which candidates he finds most intriguing, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro2:32 Where did things go wrong?18:02 This isn’t all Darvin Ham’s fault21:35 The latest on the Lakers’ coaching search29:10 Jovan's coaching candidate rankings31:47 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' 108-106 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 5 of their first-round NBA playoff series at Ball Arena on Monday, April 29, 2024.Jovan covers the Lakers' Game 5 loss, the margins of the series, his report at The Athletic, the future of LeBron James, the future of Darvin, many of the questions the Lakers are facing, what we learned about LA in the postseason, the Lakers' needs this offseason, why he thinks JJ Redick is an interesting potential coaching candidate, the reality of this series, Denver's greatness and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro2:38 Breaking down our report at The Athletic17:21 Takeaway No. 1: What this all means moving forward24:43 Takeaway No. 2: What LA learned in the playoffs32:25 Takeaway No. 3: The reality of this series' outcome38:42 Thank you for the last few months!41:17 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 18, Jovan Buha answer your Lakers questions in my latest mailbag.Jovan discusses the best-case scenario with D'Angelo Russell this summer, if the Lakers can come back and beat the Denver Nuggets, the different offseason paths LA can take, if coming back to beat Denver and winning a fifth ring would make LeBron James the unanimous GOAT, if LeBron and Anthony Davis will have their jerseys retired in Los Angeles, and much more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro1:30 Question: Is Rob Pelinka’s seat getting warm?2:59 Question: What’s the best-case scenario for LA with DLo’s contract?8:20 Question: Should the Lakers trade Rui because of this series?12:39 Question: Will Jamal Murray play in Game 5?13:40 Question: Can the Lakers come back and win this series?17:42 Question: Favorite ice cream flavor?18:56 Question: Multiple-choice options for LA offseason19:13 Question: Would beating Denver & winning 5th ring make LeBron the unanimous GOAT?20:30 Question: What are the options if LeBron & DLo leave?23:06 Question: Favorite players & team I don’t want to win title26:06 Question: What changes should the Lakers make?32:24 Question: Will LeBron & AD’s jerseys be retired?33:40 Question: How should/will the Lakers handle Vando if he plays?36:45 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 119-108 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 4 of their first-round NBA playoff series at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, April 27, 2024.Jovan covers how LA finally beat Denver, the psychological impact after 11 straight losses, reasons for optimism, why Anthony Davis has been awesome and has me cursing, LeBron James taking over in the fourth quarter, D'Angelo Russell's bounce-back game, Game 5 and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro20:22 Takeaway No. 1: The Nuggets can actually bleed26:29 Takeaway No. 2: 70.8 percent33:58 Takeaway No. 3: AD deserves his flowers40:04 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' 112-105 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 3 of their first-round NBA playoff series at Crypto.com Arena on Thursday, April 25, 2024.Jovan covers why this series is essentially over, D'Angelo Russell's disappearance against Denver, some of the tough decisions the Lakers will have to make this offseason, where the season went wrong, how LA was too small in this series, why they need to think about building a roster to compete with Denver and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro12:24 Takeaway No. 1: This series is over19:09 Takeaway No. 2: DLo’s Denver disappearing act25:28 Takeaway No. 3: LA is just too small31:48 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

In Episode 17 of Buha’s Block, Jovan Buha breaks down three adjustments the Los Angeles Lakers need to make in Game 3 and beyond against the Denver Nuggets in their first-round NBA playoff series.Jovan covers the importance of not going down 3-0 in the series, the Lakers needing to keep Anthony Davis on Nikola Jokic, LA’s second-half offensive collapses, why the rotation should be tighter, how LA can counter Denver’s defensive adjustments in Game 2 and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters0:00 Intro4:43 One note about the defense9:47 Adjustment No. 1: Prioritize pace and offensive organization18:26 Adjustment No. 2: Tighten the rotation even more28:28 Adjustment No. 3: Don’t let Denver dictate terms of engagement37:05 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' 101-99 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of their first-round NBA playoff series at Ball Arena on Monday, April 22, 2024.Jovan covers why this is the worst of the 10 straight losses to Denver, how the Lakers blew a 20-point second-half lead, why they lost on a Jamal Murray buzzer-beater, why this feels more like a 3-0 series deficit than a 2-0 deficit, deja vu in crunch-time, their inexcusable lapses in Game 86 and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro18:47 Takeaway No. 1: 2-0 but feels like 3-024:47 Takeaway No. 2: Deja vu33:00 Takeaway No. 3: Inexcusable lapses in Game 8641:27 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 16, Jovan Buha welcomes Sean Davis of Lakers Nation to break down the adjustments the Los Angeles Lakers should make for Game 2 and the rest of their first-round series against the Denver Nuggets.Jovan and Sean discuss what they're encouraged about for LA from Game 1, their offensive and defensive adjustments for Game 2, how Christian Wood potentially fits into this series, what the Lakers need from D'Angelo Russell, how they would tweak the rotation, why Game 2 is essentially a Game 7 and more.Follow Sean on Twitter/X here: @Sean_DaviIf you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:0:00 Intro0:36 More or less encouraged for LA after Game 1?5:00 How would you reimplement Christian Wood in this series?11:09 What offensive adjustments can LA make for Game 2?22:46 What defensive adjustments can LA make for Game 2?36:42 Is this just a bad matchup for DLo? How should LA handle him?51:52 What rotational adjustments can LA make for Game 2?1:02:22 Why Game 2 is essentially Game 71:07:23 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' 114-103 loss to the Denver Nuggets in Game 1 of their first-round NBA playoff series at Ball Arena on Saturday, April 20, 2024.Jovan Buha covers LA's offensive struggles in the second half, the performances of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers' inability to slow Nikola Jokic and Denver's shooters, D'Angelo Russell's poor performance on both ends of the floor, some adjustments for Game 2 and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro8:55 Takeaway No. 1: The offense collapsed in the second half14:13 Takeaway No. 2: LA has to mix up coverages vs. Jokic20:04 Takeaway No. 3: DLo needs to be better29:44 Takeaways recap30:23 Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 15, Jovan Buha welcomes Tim a.k.a. Cranjis McBasketball of the Lakers Exceptionalism podcast and BBall Index to preview the first-round NBA playoff series between the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets.Jovan and Tim discuss one question for each team, one player X-factor for each team and one series X-factor before making our series prediction. We touch on Darvin Ham's playcalling, LA vs. Denver in the clutch, LeBron James' 3-point shooting, Denver's bench, Anthony Davis' two-way ask, D'Angelo Russell, Jamal Murray's shotmaking and more.Check out the Lakers Exceptionalism podcast here: Lakers ExceptionalismFollow Tim on YouTube: @LakersExceptionalism You can also follow him on Twitter: @Tim_NBA If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(1:09) Tim’s Lakers question: Does Darvin Ham call plays at a high rate?(8:23) Jovan’s Lakers question: Can LA hang with Denver in the clutch?(13:11) Who should the Lakers close games with?(17:07) Jovan shares his out-of-the-box closing configuration(21:00) Tim counters but then starts to like the idea(24:06) Tim’s Nuggets question: Can their bench be effective?(28:09) Jovan’s Nuggets question: How does Denver handle this version of LeBron James?(32:44) Tim’s Lakers X-factor: Anthony Davis(38:38) Jovan’s Lakers X-factor: D’Angelo Russell(45:10) Tim’s Nuggets X-factor: Jamal Murray’s shotmaking(48:53) Jovan’s Nuggets X-factor: Michael Porter Jr.(52:38) Tim’s series X-factor: Which starting PG’s defense will be tested more?(57:26) Jovan’s series X-factor: Can LeBron and AD finally outplay Murray?(1:02:26) Jovan’s series prediction(1:05:45) Tim’s series prediction(1:10:03) 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

In Episode 14, Jovan Buha answers your Lakers questions in his latest mailbag. Jovan covers where the Lakers rank among all playoff teams, if the Lakers are better than they were last season, the best way to defend the Denver Nuggets, Max Christie's future, the latest non-updates on Christian Wood and Jarred Vanderbilt, his favorite games/moments of the season and more. If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(0:49) Question 1: Where do the Lakers rank among playoff teams?(3:55) Question 2: Is LA better than last season? But so is this West?(7:33) Question 3: What's the best way to defend Denver's starters?(16:02) Question 4: Will Max Christie remain a Laker? Role next season?(19:19) Question 5: Any Christian Wood update?(20:34) Question 6: Is a Jarred Vanderbilt return possible in the playoffs?(22:58) Question 7: Favorite game/moment of the season so far?(26:58) 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 Lakers' 110-106 win over the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.Jovan covers LA preserving through poor shooting performances for LeBron James and Anthony Davis, Davis playing through back spasms, LA figuring out a way to hold on, the supporting cast stepping up, a couple of key benefits to winning the game, a quick Denver preview and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(11:59) Takeaway No. 1: A gritty, gutsy road performance(16:00) Takeaway No. 2: The benefits of LA winning this game(19:18) Takeaway No. 3: Quick Nuggets thoughts(27:07) 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

In Episode 13, Jovan Buha previews the Play-In matchup between the No. 8 Los Angeles Lakers and the No. 7 New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.Jovan goes through additional notes from the regular-season finale, the season series numbers between the two teams, five adjustments for the Lakers, five adjustments for the Pelicans, and a matchup prediction, among other topics.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(1:36) Additional thoughts from the win over the Pelicans(6:16) Season series statistical breakdown(9:45) Adjustments preface(10:47) Lakers adjustment No. 1: Spam the LeBron-AD pick-and-roll even more(12:02) Lakers adjustment No. 2: Ruthlessly target Pelicans’ worst defenders more(12:44) Lakers adjustment No. 3: Respect Herb Jones’ shooting(14:15) Lakers adjustment No. 4: Tighten the rotation(15:43) Lakers adjustment No. 5: Maintaining a sense of urgency(16:51) Pelicans adjustment No. 1: Start Larry Nance Jr.(17:59) Pelicans adjustment No. 2: Play BI more + run more offense through him(19:43) Pelicans adjustment No. 3: Get Zion on the move(20:46) Pelicans adjustment No. 4: Stop running pick-and-rolls at AD(21:37) Pelicans adjustment No. 5: Target D’Angelo Russell more(23:46) Adjustments recap(24:41) 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 Lakers' 124-108 win over the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Sunday, April 14, 2024.Jovan covers LeBron James' two-way dominance, LA rising to the occasion in big games, the latest on Anthony Davis' back injury, why being in the No. 7 vs. No 8 game is a win-win situation, the (obvious) downside of playing Denver and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(8:13) Takeaway No. 1: LeBron James’ two-way dominance(12:21) Takeaway No. 2: LA returns to form(16:24) Takeaway No. 3: This is a win-win situation(23:33) 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' 123-120 win over the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on Friday, April 12, 2024.Jovan covers the impact of the Lakers' win in the standings, why this was an unserious performance from LA, D'Angelo Russell's recent shooting slump, the latest seeding developments, the stakes of Sunday's game in New Orleans and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(8:14) Thank you(8:48) Takeaway No. 1: Unserious Basketball 2.0(13:19) Takeaway No. 2: DLo is slumping at the wrong time(17:16) Takeaway No. 3: Tonight was good for LA standings-wise(22:57) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 12, Jovan Buha welcomes Aaron Larsuel to discuss the fallout of the last few days for the Los Angeles Lakers, rank the four potential Play-In matchups, how the way the LA's season ends impacts its offseason, the theoretical offseason paths, preview the regular-season finale against the New Orleans Pelicans and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(1:07) What should we make of the last few disastrous days?(11:12) Ranking the potential four Play-In matchups(24:38) How does the way the Lakers’ season ends impact their offseason?(34:38) LA’s three theoretical offseason paths(48:14) New Orleans Pelicans finale preview(55:55) 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 Lakes' 134-120 loss to the Golden State Warriors at Crypto.com Arena on Tuesday, April 9, 2024.Jovan covers Anthony Davis' absence, LeBron James' performance through the flu, how the Lakers' season-long mistakes popped up at the worst time, why LA's previous bad losses from December and January are haunting them now, the different Play-In scenarios and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:0:00 Intro14:53 Takeaway No. 1: The same old mistakes21:05 Takeaway No. 2: LA’s past comes back to haunt them27:41 Takeaway No. 3: The No. 9-10 game is likely now31:25 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

In Episode 11, Jovan Buha breaks down the Lakers’ final three games against the Golden State Warriors, Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans. Jovan looks at each team’s statistical profile, how they match up with LA and the stakes in each scenario. He also examines the West standings and goes through the tiebreakers and how the Lakers can move up or down in the standings.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(5:29) Golden State Warriors breakdown(13:08) Memphis Grizzlies breakdown(15:13) New Orleans Pelicans breakdown(20:00) My prediction(20:52) 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' 127-117 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena on Sunday, April 7, 2024.Jovan covers the significance of this loss, the impact of the absences of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, why the Lakers should feel confident in a potential series against the Timberwolves, the notable performances of Rui Hachimura, Jaxson Hayes and Spencer Dinwiddie, why Tuesday's game against the Golden State Warriors is now a must-win and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(9:14) Takeaway No. 1: A series of bad breaks for LA(12:15) Takeaway No. 2: The Lakers can beat the Wolves in a playoff series(17:36) Takeaway No. 3: Tuesday’s game with the Warriors is now a must-win(21:16) 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' 116-97 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers at Crypto.com Arena on Saturday, April 6, 2024.Jovan covers the Lakers moving up to No. 8, why the No. 7 vs. No. 8 Play-In game is becoming more realistic, LA's perimeter defense, the ideal pace and rhythm for the Lakers' offense, the importance of Sunday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing. Chapters:(0:00) Intro(7:19) Takeaway No. 1: The No. 7 and 8 seeds are increasingly realistic(11:39) Takeaway No. 2: The perimeter defense is improving(16:37) Takeaway No. 3: This was LA’s ideal pace(21:43) 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

In Episode 10, Jovan Buha welcomes Hoops Tonight host Jason Timpf to discuss the Lakers’ road trip, how they match up with the West, why LA should be a higher seed right now, how to integrate Jarred Vanderbilt (if he returns), the ideal playoff rotation and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(3:17) Are the Lakers peaking at the right time again?(9:27) How would things be different with Rui starting from Day 1?(18:52) Should anyone in the West scare LA outside of Denver?(25:55) How big of a difference is No. 9 vs. No. 8?(33:23) Would LA beat both OKC and Minnesota in Round 1?(46:50) How would you reintegrate Jarred Vanderbilt back into the rotation?(59:09) What is the ideal playoff rotation?(1:12:41) 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 to the Los Angeles Lakers' 125-120 win over the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on Wednesday, April 3, 2024.Jovan covers why this was a successful road trip, LA's unserious finish vs. Washington, Anthony Davis' dominant performance, the upcoming schedule, the latest with Jarred Vanderbilt and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(5:16) A quick thank you(6:26) Takeaway No. 1: Recapping a successful road trip(11:20) Takeaway No. 2: Unserious basketball(16:08) Takeaway No. 3: Jarred Vanderbilt update(19:18) 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' 128-111 win over the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday, April 2, 2024.Jovan covers why blowing the Raptors was important for Lebron James potentially playing on the second night of the back-to-back, how LA’s bench swung this game, Jaxson Hayes’ importance, Max Christie’s impressive play, the concerning point-of-attack defense and more.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(5:10) Takeaway No. 1: The bench swung this game(9:38) Takeaway No. 2: The importance of this blowout(13:30) Takeaway No. 3: The point-of-attack defense must improve(17:17) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In Episode 9 of Buha's Block, Jovan Buha breaks down seven questions that'll determine the rest of the Lakers' season, ranging from their Play-In seeding to Jarred Vanderbilt's health to the playoff rotation.If you enjoy this episode, please consider subscribing, rating and reviewing.Chapters:(0:00) Intro(1:31) No. 1: Where do they finish in the standings?(4:08) No. 2: Which side of the bracket are they on (if they make it)?(8:01) No. 3: How will LeBron’s ankle hold up?(11:49) No. 4: Does Jarred Vanderbilt return?(14:28) No. 5: What is Gabe Vincent’s role ultimately?(18:45) No. 6: What does the playoff rotation look like?(21:21) No. 7: How real is their recent defensive improvement?(24:51) Outro To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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