Lakers insider outlines goals for successful 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 10:25 AM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers insider Jovan Buha has shared expectations for the team's upcoming 2026-27 season. Buha suggests that to consider the season a success, the Lakers must achieve at least 50 victories, secure a top-four seed in the Western Conference, and perform competitively in the second round of the playoffs. Concerns remain about the team’s health and its ability to improve after significant roster changes, including the loss of LeBron James. Buha's views present an optimistic outlook compared to general projections, emphasizing the potential of the current roster with new additions like Collin Sexton and Walker Kessler.
- •Jovan Buha suggests Lakers aim for 50 wins this season.
- •A top-four seed in the West is essential for success.
- •Buha identifies health as crucial for achieving these goals.
- •Roster changes include the addition of Collin Sexton and Walker Kessler.
- •Expectations are higher than many projections for the Lakers.
- 10:25 AMYahoo Sports — NBA Insider Reveals What Would Make 2026-27 Season A Success For Lakers
"Jovan Buha believes the Lakers can finish top four, win 50 games, and seriously challenge the West’s elite.
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