Buha's Block with Jovan Buha

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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