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  Why Jeanie Buss Could Lose The Legal Battle Over The Lakers (w/ Nate Duncan) 17.09.2026 48min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Nate Duncan of Dunc'd On to break down the legal battle between Jeanie Buss and her siblings over the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers. Then, they analyze the Lakers' offseason and 2026-27 outlook.Subscribe to Nate's YouTube channel: @NateDuncan Check out Dunc'd On and Dunc'd On Prime: https://nateduncannba.com/Follow Nate on X: https://x.com/NateDuncanNBAIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaBusiness inquiries: [email protected]:0:00 Intro0:46 Nate breaks down the legal battle between the Buss siblings7:54 How does the 2025 sale undermine Jeanie's argument?9:40 The importance of the tag-along clause14:58 Can Jeanie win her action?19:06 How long could it take to find a resolution?22:56 How the Buss sale intertwines with the Walter sale26:49 Nate's closing argument29:07 What did Nate think of LA's offseason?31:26 The cost of the Kessler trade35:18 Who should be the Lakers' fifth starter?41:42 Closing thoughts on LA's offseason46:13 Where does Nate have the Lakers in the West hierarchy?48:07 Outro
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  Rating Your Lakers Hot Takes: LA Wins It All? Top-10 Defense? Austin Reaves All-NBA? 16.09.2026 49min

  Jovan Buha reacts to your hot takes about the Los Angeles Lakers and rates each one from 1 to 5 on his spice meter.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:48 Hot Take No. 1: The Lakers will have a worse record this season than last season4:14 Hot Take No. 2: Jarred Vanderbilt will make an impact this season6:34 Hot Take No. 3: Walker Kessler will make first-team All-Defense8:43 Hot Take No. 4: Sandro Mamukelashvili will win Sixth Man of the Year10:54 Hot Take No. 5: Ziaire Williams will be the most valuable non-Kessler addition13:11 Hot Take No. 6: Kessler will average 18-19 points next season16:38 Hot Take No. 7: LA will be a fringe top-10 defense22:01 Hot Take No. 8: Austin Reaves will make second-team All-NBA25:26 Hot Take No. 9: Cameron Carr will be starting by the end of the season27:37 Hot Take No. 10: Carr and Adou Thiero will both be starting by the end of the season29:08 Hot Take No. 11: LA will finish top two in the West standings31:46 Hot Take No. 12: The Lakers can win the 2027 title35:25 Hot Take No. 13: There are no hard feelings between LeBron James and the Lakers39:05 Hot Take No. 14: LA's best playoff lineup will be without Kessler46:12 Hot Take No. 15: Carr will have a Dylan Harper-like impact this season48:56 Outro
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  Lakers Mailbag: Is This Roster Better Than Last Season's? + Luka Finally Winning MVP & More 12.09.2026 44min

  Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:30 Question No. 1: What am I most looking forward to in training camp and the preseason?4:48 Question No. 2: Is this roster better position by position compared to last season's?10:43 Question No. 3: Will Luka finally win MVP if LA overachieves relative to expectations?15:39 Question No. 4: Why is everyone so low on the defense?20:43 Questions No. 5 and 6: Better alternatives to this offseason? Ideal shadow offseason?31:00 Questions No. 6 and 7: Statistical benchmarks to contend? Averages for LA's primary players?40:32 Question No. 8: Can Grimes make a NAW-like jump?43:43 Outro
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  Lakers Mailbag: What's A Successful Season? + 2024 Mavs vs. 2027 Lakers & More 09.09.2026 31min

  Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:32 Questions No. 1 and 2: What's LA's realistic ceiling? And what would constitute a successful season?4:33 Question No. 3: Are people overreacting about the starting lineup concerns?10:35 Question No. 4: Most optimistic scenarios for LA's wings?14:32 Question No. 5: Who's better: 2024 Mavericks vs. 2027 Lakers?23:02 Question No. 6: Can LA win 50+ games? Unlock the best from the supporting cast?27:19 Question No. 7: When will we see Kessler-Mamu-Luka lineups?31:25 Outro
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  Lakers Mailbag: What Should LA Do At PF? Playoff Ceiling, Ziaire Williams' Upside & More 04.09.2026 33min

  Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:33 Question No. 1: What's the best way to address the starting PF spot?6:14 Question No. 2: Is Ziaire Williams more viable as a starter after bulking up?10:49 Question No. 3: Should LA have signed a wing over Collin Sexton?17:45 Question No. 4: Can the Lakers make a deep playoff run?20:41 Question No. 5: Who is most likely to break out this season?24:32 Question No. 6: What will LA's record be by Christmas?26:11 Question No. 7: What's my biggest worry with the team?30:12 Question No. 8: How was my vacation?32:55 Outro
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  Collin Sexton Preview: Can He Finally Solve The Lakers' Backup PG Search? (w/ Tony Jones) 01.09.2026 22min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Tony Jones of The Athletic to preview Collin Sexton's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers.Follow Tony on X: https://x.com/TjonesonthenbaAnd read him at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tony-jones/If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:43 Is Sexton finally LA's answer at backup PG?3:04 Can he step into a larger role when Luka/Austin are out?6:58 How much will his 3PT shooting allow him to thrive off the ball?9:28 How problematic is his defense?12:47 Will his defense potentially limit his usefulness next to both Luka and Austin?16:15 Can he be a locker-room leader?21:28 Outro
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  Matisse Thybulle Preview: How Much Will He Help The Lakers' Defense? (w/ Sean Highkin) 28.08.2026 23min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report to preview Matisse Thybulle's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers.Follow Sean on X: https://x.com/highkinAnd read him at The Rose Garden Report: https://www.rosegardenreport.com/If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:23 How does Thybulle fit with the Lakers?3:25 His best role offensively6:00 How impactful is he defensively?9:45 Him on vs. off the ball on defense11:31 Does he make sense as a starter?16:25 Why was his role reduced in the playoffs?18:15 What's he like off the court?22:17 Outro
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  Ziaire Williams Preview: Is He The Wing The Lakers Need? (w/ CJ Holmes & Connor Long) 24.08.2026 28min

  Jovan Buha is joined by CJ Holmes of the New York Daily News and Connor Long of Nets Daily and The Brooklyn Boys to preview Ziaire Williams' fit with the Los Angeles Lakers.Follow CJ on X: https://x.com/HolmesScribeAnd read him at the New York Daily News: https://www.nydailynews.com/author/cj-holmes/Follow Connor on X: https://x.com/connor_long15Read him at Nets Daily: https://www.netsdaily.com/authors/connor-longAnd listen to The Brooklyn Boys podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBrooklyn_BoysIf you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:58 CJ Holmes1:17 Breaking down Ziaire’s skill set3:20 How does he fit with the Lakers?4:12 What are his defensive strengths?5:49 How does he fit around Luka and Austin?7:11 Can he be a placeholder starter?10:10 Kuminga's potential fit in LA?12:17 Most underrated part of Ziaire's game?13:07 'Ziaire definitely has that dawg in him'14:50 Connor Long15:12 Top-line takeaways with Ziaire?16:38 Why did Brooklyn decline his team option?18:36 How does he fit in LA?19:19 Was it surprising he only signed for the minimum?20:15 Can he scale up defensively against bigger players?20:58 How will simplifying his offensive role help him?23:46 Most underrated/underdiscussed part of his game?24:39 How would he fare as a potential starter?27:57 Outro
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  Quentin Grimes Preview: Can He Thrive In A Bigger Lakers Role? (w/ Tony Jones) 21.08.2026 19min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Tony Jones of The Athletic to preview Quentin Grimes' fit with the Los Angeles Lakers.Follow Tony on X: https://x.com/TjonesonthenbaAnd read him at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tony-jones/If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:32 Is Grimes ready to be LA's primary two-way guard/wing?4:18 Why Grimes makes more sense as a starter than a bench player6:06 The importance of the fifth starter tag-teaming with Grimes9:05 Grimes' aggression as a weak-side offensive threat14:59 Why Grimes' athleticism and defense are underrated18:08 Outro
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  Walker Kessler Preview: Why He's The Ideal Center For The Lakers (w/ Tony Jones) 17.08.2026 20min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Tony Jones of The Athletic to preview Walker Kessler's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers.Follow Tony on X: https://x.com/TjonesonthenbaAnd read him at The Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/author/tony-jones/If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:48 Is Kessler who the Lakers believe he is?4:26 Why was the acquisition so polarizing?8:42 What will Walker look like offensively next to Luka and Austin?12:54 How real is his 3-point and passing progress?14:40 Is his health/availability a legitimate concern?18:15 What's Walker like in the locker room?19:49 Outro
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  Lakers 2026-27 Schedule: Biggest Games, Toughest Stretches & Key Takeaways 13.08.2026 19min

  Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' 2026-27 schedule release.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:01 Notes on LA's schedule1:50 LA's first 10 games of the season3:21 Longest road trip of the season4:31 LAL only plays OKC & SAS three times each5:58 The most important games of the season12:44 LAL-GSW opening night thoughts15:45 LAL-PHI Christmas Day thoughts18:23 Outro
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  The Lakers Sold For $12.5 Billion To Bob Iger & Josh Kushner: What Happens Now? 12.08.2026 19min

  Jovan Buha reacts to the Los Angeles Lakers' record-breaking $12.5 billion sale to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaChapters:0:00 Intro3:33 Why did Mark Walter sell the team 14 months later?4:37 Looking back on the Walter era7:06 What we know about Bob Iger and Josh Kushner8:58 Does Jeanie Buss remain in charge?12:01 The uncertainty with the new dynamic16:25 What's next for Iger and Kushner?18:31 Outro
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  Sandro Mamukelashvili Preview: How His Skill Set Can Unlock The Lakers' Offense (w/ Es Baraheni) 10.08.2026 28min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Es Baraheni of The Athletic to preview Sandro Mamukelashvili's fit with the Los Angeles Lakers.Follow Es on X: https://x.com/JustEsBaraheniWatch him on The Athletic's NBA Daily: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAthleticNBADailyAnd read him at Raptors Republic: https://raptorsrepublic.com/author/es/If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:55 Breaking down Mamu's game on both ends4:01 How Mamu fits with the Lakers6:51 Mamu's 4-year, $52M contract8:31 Is Mamu more of a 4 or a 5?13:31 Can Mamu start at the 4?17:54 Does Mamu fit better than Rui did?23:19 Mamu's 2026 playoff struggles26:23 What is Mamu like in the locker room?28:06 Outro
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  Who Should Be The Lakers' Fifth Starter? Rotation, Minutes & More (w/ Trevor Lane & Iztok Franko) 06.08.2026 51min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Trevor Lane and Iztok Franko to analyze the Los Angeles Lakers' fifth starter battle, rotation, and projected minutes.Follow Iztok on X: https://x.com/iztok_frankoSubscribe to digginbasketball: https://digginbasketball.substack.com/Follow Trevor on X: https://x.com/TrevorLaneFollow Lakers Collective: https://www.youtube.com/@LakersCollectiveFollow Lakers Nation: https://www.youtube.com/@LakersNationFollow The BasketballBulletin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBasketballBulletinFollow The NBA Front Office Show: https://www.youtube.com/c/NBAFrontOfficeIf you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:08 Analyzing the four candidates for LA's fifth starting spot16:57 Which players fill out the backend of the rotation?30:36 How many minutes will each projected rotation player play?42:50 What does the rotation look like if LA lands a starting wing and/or backup C?46:20 LA's new depth stands out48:26 Who will LA waive/trade to get to 15 players?50:07 Outro
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  Lakers Mailbag: LA's Ceiling With A Starting Wing, Should They Stand Pat? & More 04.08.2026 57min

  Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions.If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:31 Question No. 1: Where would LA rank with PJ or Kuminga?6:18 Question No. 2: Is it possible to land a good backup C and a starting wing?12:14 Question No. 3: Could this team actually be fine as is?18:26 Question No. 4: Is Mamu closer to what LA needs at the 4 than Rui?23:00 Question No. 5: Would PJ Washington be the ideal fifth starter?29:11 Question No. 6: Is Grant Williams an overlooked option?37:05 Question No. 7: Over/under on organized offense rate next season?39:44 Question No. 8: How much will Ziaire Williams play if no PJ/Kuminga?43:32 Question No. 9: What's the greatest Lakers team of all-time?52:38 Question No. 10: Who are my favorite Lakers ever?57:08 Outro
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  Lakers Mailbag: Why LA Should Make A Move Now + Next Summer's Cap Space, OKC & More 31.07.2026 59min

  Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:28 Question No. 1: Can LA trade for a wing now + still use NTMLE next summer?13:05 Question No. 2: Why are the Lakers interested in Kuminga?22:31 Question No. 3: Does LA match up better with OKC without Dort?31:24 Question No. 4: Can anyone win the title nowadays post-NYK?36:07 Question No. 5: Can Carr & Thiero develop into starters?43:57 Question No. 6: Would you trade Carr & Thiero for Watson or Murphy?49:19 Question No. 7: Is JJ the right coach for the team?56:12 Question No. 8: Will LA keep Hardy after welcoming him?59:06 Outro
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  Lakers Mailbag: What's LA's New Identity? + Kuminga's Impact, 50 Wins & More 29.07.2026 48min

  Jovan Buha answers your Los Angeles Lakers questions.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro0:26 Question No. 1: What will LA's offensive and defensive identities be this season?12:06 Question No. 2: Will the Lakers win at least 50 games again?15:20 Question No. 3: How would adding Kuminga change LA's season outlook? (+ my favorite sitcoms)23:30 Question No. 4: Are the Lakers afraid to go all-in with their assets?28:10 Question No. 5: How can LA add two starters + a backup C?37:14 Question No. 6: Will JJ hinder the young players' growth?43:14 Question No. 7: Who has the brighter future: LA or Dallas?47:54 Outro
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  LeBron To Philadelphia: Breaking Down His Fit With The 76ers 24.07.2026 18min

  Jovan Buha analyzes LeBron James' signing with the Philadelphia 76ers.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:10 Why did LeBron choose Philadelphia?3:29 How the 76ers' starting lineup will fit together offensively8:37 How the Sixers stack up in the East and NBA13:28 LeBron's relationship with Philly & its fans14:44 Final thoughts on LeBron to Philly16:30 What's next for the rest of the league?17:22 Outro
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  Lakers Summer League Takeaways: Breaking Down LA's Young Core (with Mike Garcia) 23.07.2026 1t 28min

  Jovan Buha is joined by Mike Garcia to analyze the Los Angeles Lakers' young core from summer league — Cameron Carr, Adou Thiero, Chris Mañon and Arthur Kaluma — and how ready each is for NBA minutes next season.If you enjoyed this video, please consider subscribing, commenting, and liking it.Follow Mike on Substack: https://lakersdraft.substack.com/And on X: https://x.com/CanyonDriverBuha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠ Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠ Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro1:03 Opening impressions of Cameron Carr10:03 Areas of improvement for Carr15:19 Is Carr ready for a rotation role?18:18 Adou Thiero's progress this summer26:21 Why Thiero should be playing from Day 130:52 Arthur Kaluma's rise and two-way potential37:20 How Kaluma potentially fits into the wing rotation41:31 Chris Mañon's potential viability at the NBA level47:10 Who makes more sense on the roster: Kaluma or Mañon?50:36 Q&A1:26:29 Outro
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  Lakers Sign Matisse Thybulle: How He Fits & What's Next 21.07.2026 1t 25min

  Jovan Buha analyzes the Los Angeles Lakers' signing of Matisse Thybulle, including how Thybulle fits, where things stand with the Lakers' roster, and their next moves.If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing, rating, and reviewing.Buha's Block merch is LIVE!!!: https://jovanbuha-shop.fourthwall.com/YouTube memberships are live! Join here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBcs-QN0f0DkeCU_pDHTYtA/join⁠Join our new Buha's Block Discord: ⁠https://discord.gg/ukSZpjZxcAFollow Jovan on Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jovanbuha/⁠⁠Follow Jovan on X: ⁠⁠https://x.com/jovanbuha⁠⁠Follow Jovan on TikTok: ⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@jovanbuhaTIMESTAMPS:0:00 Intro4:02 Thybulle's profile & strengths8:55 Thybulle's limitations15:00 Where does he slot in the rotation?22:26 What's next with Kuminga?25:26 Who will the Lakers eventually move on from?30:15 Q&A1:24:15 Outro