2024 NBA Season

[boyptc]

Denver Nuggets played a home game against Dallas Mavericks this morning. It was really an exciting game. The normal time ended 109-109 and Mavericks won the game 124-117 after overtime. On Nuggets side, Jokic made a double-double (38 points, 11 rebounds). J. Murray got 21 points, 4 rebounds and 9 assists. On Mavericks side, Doncic made a double-double and he was so close to a triple-double (38 points, 13 assists, 9 rebounds).

I thought that Nuggets already got the game. From the first quarter up to the third quarter, they're leading not until Dallas was able to cope up and take the lead.

And in that last 2 seconds of the game, everyone thought that Dallas has already taken the game until Jokic took a flight shot and was able to make it up to an OT. Still, Dallas won after the OT.

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[goinmerry]

I thought that Nuggets already got the game. From the first quarter up to the third quarter, they're leading not until Dallas was able to cope up and take the lead.

And in that last 2 seconds of the game, everyone thought that Dallas has already taken the game until Jokic took a flight shot and was able to make it up to an OT. Still, Dallas won after the OT.

I never thought of that because Mavericks always find a way to bounce back on that game even they are down by 10+ most.

Actually, in the 1st Quarter, the game was close. And on the following quarters, Nuggets just maintained the lead at around 10+ but Dallas always finds a way to shorten the lead. And their team effort paid off as they finally get the game close before the start of the 4Q. Almost a win for the Mavericks in the regulation but Jokic made the clutch shot that lead to OT. Doncic and Richardson made some important clutch shots at the OT and that leads them to win the game. Nuggets have a good stats line on this game but still, lose.

[Lanatsa]

I thought that Nuggets already got the game. From the first quarter up to the third quarter, they're leading not until Dallas was able to cope up and take the lead.

And in that last 2 seconds of the game, everyone thought that Dallas has already taken the game until Jokic took a flight shot and was able to make it up to an OT. Still, Dallas won after the OT.

I never thought of that because Mavericks always find a way to bounce back on that game even they are down by 10+ most.

Actually, in the 1st Quarter, the game was close. And on the following quarters, Nuggets just maintained the lead at around 10+ but Dallas always finds a way to shorten the lead. And their team effort paid off as they finally get the game close before the start of the 4Q. Almost a win for the Mavericks in the regulation but Jokic made the clutch shot that lead to OT. Doncic and Richardson made some important clutch shots at the OT and that leads them to win the game. Nuggets have a good stats line on this game but still, lose.

A nice game with 7 point lead and I had really thought that Denver would really having this game but Luka doesnt really know to give up giving out those unexpected moments with those clutch shots and contribution for the entire team.

that's a well played game for both teams and it doesnt really give out that boring feeling out of me. Doncic doesnt really fail to impress me.

[wheelz1200]

Out of all the games tonight I lile 4 of them:

Detroit at home +8
Knicks at home (now) -2.5
Golden state at home +6.5 (think gs played them tough before this one im considering a ML with real nice odds)
Sacramento at home +5

Heavy on the first three, less on sac.  Thoughts??

I also like the knicks game under 211.5

Riding my homerism  

[Febo]

Jokic is special, he is in the top 5 in assists and rebounds this season.  

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/stats/

On this list Jokič is mentioned as 7th for this years MVP.

https://www.nba.com/news/kia-mvp-ladder-jan-8-2021-edition?hidenav=true&adobe_mc=TS%3D1610122265%7CMCMID%3D53336870551119923787078846867204333198%7CMCORGID%3D248F210755B762187F000101%40AdobeOrg


When you look at starts he is by far the best.

https://www.espn.com/nba/stats/player/_/table/general/sort/PER/dir/desc

How the fuck they can make so huge difference? This is insane wrong. Paul George is listed 3rd and he is at around 25th rank right now.

[wheelz1200]

Jokic is special, he is in the top 5 in assists and rebounds this season.  

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/stats/

On this list Jokič is mentioned as 7th for this years MVP.

https://www.nba.com/news/kia-mvp-ladder-jan-8-2021-edition?hidenav=true&adobe_mc=TS%3D1610122265%7CMCMID%3D53336870551119923787078846867204333198%7CMCORGID%3D248F210755B762187F000101%40AdobeOrg


When you look at starts he is by far the best.

https://www.espn.com/nba/stats/player/_/table/general/sort/PER/dir/desc

How the fuck they can make so huge difference? This is insane wrong. Paul George is listed 3rd and he is at around 25th rank right now.

I wouldnt rely on mvp polls 8 games in, when there was no sort of preseason.  Its all popularity vote right now.  Anything before mid-season on mvp polls is silly.  Someone could've had a good week or a bad week, no body of work yet.  But yes I believe in the end jokic will be farther up.  His team needs to start stacking wins though.  Tough winning mvp on a losing team

[chaser15]

I wouldnt rely on mvp polls 8 games in, when there was no sort of preseason.  Its all popularity vote right now.  Anything before mid-season on mvp polls is silly.  Someone could've had a good week or a bad week, no body of work yet.

Correct. And too early to speculate with only a few games played.

That weekly stats is just a power ranking.

Some players on the current rank might not maintain it, be injured in the process, or other players will surprisingly step up.

[boltz]

Guys can Pistons have a chance tonight against Suns ? As far as I researched this game I ended up with the result that somehow Suns are always having hard games in Detroit and they never won in 2 years with them so this can also be a good advantage for Pistons and they also need a win so bad to cheer up their morale as a team.

[Ziskinberg]

I wouldnt rely on mvp polls 8 games in, when there was no sort of preseason.  Its all popularity vote right now.  Anything before mid-season on mvp polls is silly.  Someone could've had a good week or a bad week, no body of work yet.

Correct. And too early to speculate with only a few games played.

That weekly stats is just a power ranking.

Some players on the current rank might not maintain it, be injured in the process, or other players will surprisingly step up.

I think Lebron will not anymore wins MVP, I have a feeling that Luka Doncic will win the MVP this season. This guy is nailing big points in most of his games, he sometimes have a double  double and we rarely see him have some bad night, as long as he stays healthy, he had a decent chance.

[wheelz1200]

Guys can Pistons have a chance tonight against Suns ? As far as I researched this game I ended up with the result that somehow Suns are always having hard games in Detroit and they never won in 2 years with them so this can also be a good advantage for Pistons and they also need a win so bad to cheer up their morale as a team.

If you look at a couple posts above I have the pistons +8 in this.  They will play them tough.  I think this is a good matchup for the pistons and getting 8 points at home is a decent amount. 

[OgNasty]

Another great game is starting soon.  Zion Williamson and LaMelo Ball are playing each other for the first time since High School.  Last time they met LaMelo was a little kid.  It's also the first time we'll see the brothers Lonzo & LaMelo face off in an NBA game.  It will be exciting for sure.  I think the Pelicans will win easily, but the way LaMelo has been playing it is quite possible he'll have more stats then his brother if he gets enough minutes.

[mirakal]

Guys can Pistons have a chance tonight against Suns ? As far as I researched this game I ended up with the result that somehow Suns are always having hard games in Detroit and they never won in 2 years with them so this can also be a good advantage for Pistons and they also need a win so bad to cheer up their morale as a team.

If you look at a couple posts above I have the pistons +8 in this.  They will play them tough.  I think this is a good matchup for the pistons and getting 8 points at home is a decent amount. 

Of course, I would not hesitate betting on the Pistons at that high spread. Pistons in their last 8 games they are 4-4 ATS, so that's a decent spread and their 50% is not bad to cover since they badly need a win, if they lose, at least they'll make it a close game to cover.

[chaser15]

I think Lebron will not anymore wins MVP, I have a feeling that Luka Doncic will win the MVP this season. This guy is nailing big points in most of his games, he sometimes have a double  double and we rarely see him have some bad night, as long as he stays healthy, he had a decent chance.

LeBron is already out of the picture or not being expected for being an Season MVP for several seasons now. It just that he really stays on the top especially last season and always on a weekly power ranking. Instead, he's expected to become a Finals MVP as he is really a beast when playoffs.

I agree that Doncic has a decent chance if he maintained good numbers every game. Even only a single worst game performance can affect the whole stats if running for Season MVP.

Guys can Pistons have a chance tonight against Suns ? As far as I researched this game I ended up with the result that somehow Suns are always having hard games in Detroit and they never won in 2 years with them so this can also be a good advantage for Pistons and they also need a win so bad to cheer up their morale as a team.

They have a chance but slim. Odds will tell you why.

But for analysis, Spurs is on fire in their last game against the Lakers. LaMarcus Aldridge's mid-range jumper is so impressive even at that height. And right now, the Pistons is having a hard time playing against the Phoenix Suns. The current score is 54-34 Suns.

[Pamadar]

Guys can Pistons have a chance tonight against Suns ? As far as I researched this game I ended up with the result that somehow Suns are always having hard games in Detroit and they never won in 2 years with them so this can also be a good advantage for Pistons and they also need a win so bad to cheer up their morale as a team.

If you look at a couple posts above I have the pistons +8 in this.  They will play them tough.  I think this is a good matchup for the pistons and getting 8 points at home is a decent amount. 

Of course, I would not hesitate betting on the Pistons at that high spread. Pistons in their last 8 games they are 4-4 ATS, so that's a decent spread and their 50% is not bad to cover since they badly need a win, if they lose, at least they'll make it a close game to cover.

This is now exciting as the game already finished and Piston still close.

If this tempo won't change and piston continue to chase the chance of winning this handicap will be cover and those who
bet for this will enjoy, only 4 mins left and Sun only ahead by 4 let see if how piston will keep the small distance or a chase of winning.

[wheelz1200]

Out of all the games tonight I lile 4 of them:

Detroit at home +8
Knicks at home (now) -2.5
Golden state at home +6.5 (think gs played them tough before this one im considering a ML with real nice odds)
Sacramento at home +5

Heavy on the first three, less on sac.  Thoughts??

I also like the knicks game under 211.5

Riding my homerism  

3-2 tonight.

Starting tonight will make 5 picks a night and see how this goes for 2 weeks.  Will make all even bets, minus vig will see how this goes.

Starting tonight am 3-2.  Tomorrow is another day

[stadus]

Out of all the games tonight I lile 4 of them:

Detroit at home +8
Knicks at home (now) -2.5
Golden state at home +6.5 (think gs played them tough before this one im considering a ML with real nice odds)
Sacramento at home +5

Heavy on the first three, less on sac.  Thoughts??

I also like the knicks game under 211.5

Riding my homerism  

3-2 tonight.

Starting tonight will make 5 picks a night and see how this goes for 2 weeks.  Will make all even bets, minus vig will see how this goes.

Starting tonight am 3-2.  Tomorrow is another day

Congrats on that win man, I'm glad to see you are posting your picks here, we will win together with good picks posted in here.

I won my bet too, I'm happy with one win at a time. 

[Reid]

An impressive game for GSW.
From 22 lead of the Clippers then gaining the win. Outscored them 52-20 for the last 15 minutes of the game.
Steph was on fire.
Wannamaker 2/2 3 points shots were critical to the game and Paschal at the center position abusing Zubac whenever they substitute Ibaka.
It was a fun game, they are developing their chemistry faster.

Congratulations wheelz1200.

[OgNasty]

LaMelo had an amazing game tonight and helped beat his brother Lonzo’s team while nearly putting up a triple double. One assist short, but it was clear he had the best stats of the game. I almost can’t believe what I’m seeing. I didn’t expect he would be so good but here we are.

[stadus]

LaMelo had an amazing game tonight and helped beat his brother Lonzo’s team while nearly putting up a triple double. One assist short, but it was clear he had the best stats of the game. I almost can’t believe what I’m seeing. I didn’t expect he would be so good but here we are.

Just 1 short in assist to get a triple double, I call it the games today was the games for the underdog, majority of the dogs covered and some even win straight up. His brother Lonzo does not have a good night.

[blockman]

The motivation for the players is likely to change knowing that their franchise is about to be sold very soon. But as long as they are under a contract and they are paid for those contracts, I think they should only think about the league and not about the franchise.

Disagree with the first part but agree with the following one.

I don't think a player's motivation will change for that kind of issue. They care for their career and being a professional one, they need to play their best at whichever team regardless of the plan in the future. Players build and improve their stats as a part of their career profile and that issue shouldn't affect their performance.

Selling the franchise will not totally rebrand the whole team if decided. It's just a change owner and most likely, not much changes will be made by the new owners.

Knowing that your franchise is ready to be sold, will somehow affect their thoughts about the future of the team. But that's just my assumption because if I'll be putting myself on their shoe, that's going to be the thinking that I'll have. But the new owner can set new things, staff, manage and even take a reshuffle for which he thinks suits the best for the team. That's what usually happens after the turnover of old management to their new management.