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Lakers Analyst Rips Kevon Looney, Makes Bold Claim About New Signing

Lakers analyst Jovan Buha rips Kevon Looney after four straight DNPs and questions whether trading Deandre Ayton was a mistake.

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 11:35 PM
Lakers Analyst Rips Kevon Looney, Makes Bold Claim About New Signing
Key Things to Know
  • Analyst Jovan Buha claimed new two-way signing Lawson Lovering is already a better option than Kevon Looney.
  • Kevon Looney logged his fourth straight coach's decision DNP during a 138-117 win over the Miami Heat.
  • Jovan Buha criticized Looney's mobility and described backup center as the Lakers' biggest remaining roster hole.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Lakers analyst Jovan Buha strongly criticized Kevon Looney's athleticism and claimed newly signed two-way center Lawson Lovering is already a better option. Looney received his fourth consecutive DNP from head coach JJ Redick during Monday's 138-117 victory over the Miami Heat, while Lovering saw brief mop-up action in the final minutes.

Buha argued that Looney falls below the baseline athleticism required for playable NBA centers. He also labeled the backup center position behind starter Walker Kessler as the team's primary roster flaw, questioning the front office's offseason decision to trade Deandre Ayton to the Washington Wizards.

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