2024 NBA Season

[dwyane36]

It's my first time seeing Harden leading in the assists leaders in the NBA.

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

He is more of a passer now than a scorer and I believe he is very comfortable with that rule as they keep winning.
Look at the big difference between him and Westbrook and the good thing is that Harden is from a top team compared to the top 2 and 3.

It isn't the first time when Harden is leading the league in assists because he was already top 1 with 11,2 assists per game in the 16/17 season. If you check his stats, you will see that he started handing out more assists after signing a contract with Houston.

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[rhomelmabini]

57 finalists? how many of them will get the final spot in the olympics?

AFAIK it's always 12 to make it for the final roster.

I think it's not necessary that Lebron or KD will play in the Olympics, even with the younger players, USA still is the heavy favorites to bag the gold medal.

Well, they represent their own country so if these superstars are gonna play then definitely they'll be sent out to play, for sure they will make on that list. The young guns still gonna need some guidance and I think LeBron is fitting for that and he's still capable of it. This is honor and glory we are speaking and I'm sure Uncle Sam will send the elite ones they have.

It isn't because they are superstars is they are on that pool assuredly, they'll still be in the scrimmage for an in-depth selection. It's a matter of health and I think we might miss Durant in this feat considering it's just months before the actual Tokyo Olympics, his health is surely questionable.

[sana54210]

Harden proving his point with the Nets, his new found style of playing, is really on display with the Nets, shooting and assists wise. Just a couple of months ago, some of us are saying that he will not be a perfect fit specially with Kyrie. But both of them adjusted their game, and now they have a good chance in the East. So who wouldn't love the new version of Harden now. Mature and his basketball IQ is one of the best.

Harden is not proving anything, dude is playing with a great player that's true, but two players could be great individually and still win games.

Remember Lebron and Kyrie? They were both great players and Kyrie basically hated Lebron, why? Because, lebron was getting all the credit for the championship while kyrie was not liked at all, and on top of that he talked about flat earth and all that so the world mocked him, he was the second best player (maybe even first if you asked him) of a championship team but while lebron was showered with praises and greatest of all time discussions kyrie was a mockery of the twitter and other social media.

Did that stopped them from winning games? Of course not, same "could" happen with Kyrie and Harden, that is what people said, they may win games but they may never really be friends, Lebron and Kyrie joked around as well but in the end they exploded to different teams, that may happen, or may not happen, but it is a risk wherever Kyrie goes.

[boyptc]

If you still remember the FIBA world, USA did not win the gold so they don't want to experience the same fate.

Team USA hit with stunning loss in the FIBA World Cup that comes with a worse fate

I believe they will bring their best players to play with the Olympic and secure that gold medal.

I'm expecting that most of the superstars will be on their final roster.

But I'm confused because there were news that I've read that the Olympics in Japan was cancelled due to the pandemic. Does this means that it will continue and will happen?

[Febo]

This news may not be related to NBA but it will still be relevant as it involves the players in this association. It's about the USA team 57 finalists that may make to the final Olympics roster: https://clutchpoints.com/lebron-james-stephen-curry-highlight-list-of-57-team-usa-finalists-for-tokyo-olympics/

57 finalists? how many of them will get the final spot in the olympics?

They pretty much listed all they could. 57 is enough for 4 teams  Usually a serious first selection is of 24 players. So I guess we will have to wait for that to see who actually plan to play.

[blockman]

I hope that this time that there will be less injury on their team. Many are eyeing for their team to get into the finals and that's what makes everyone interested about them.

Especially Griffin, his main reason why he signed with the Nets is to be in the Championship and to win. His playoffs experience could contribute to this team, he maybe not part of the starting line up but he will surely get good minutes if he will have a great performance in the playoffs.

These are all stars players, they are not just big 3, they now can call themselves as big 4.

Imagine these players lead their team in the early stage of their career.

1- Irving (Cavaliers)
2-Durant (OKC)
3- Harden ( Rockets)
4-Griffin (Clippers)

Uhm, yeah.
They're now the big 4 and it's really an explosive roster that has been brought to us by the Nets. Before that it was only Irving and Durant, it was already getting the news everywhere and made most of the fans jumped to their team and turns to them as playoffs to finals caliber team.

[Distinctin]

I hope that this time that there will be less injury on their team. Many are eyeing for their team to get into the finals and that's what makes everyone interested about them.

Especially Griffin, his main reason why he signed with the Nets is to be in the Championship and to win. His playoffs experience could contribute to this team, he maybe not part of the starting line up but he will surely get good minutes if he will have a great performance in the playoffs.

These are all stars players, they are not just big 3, they now can call themselves as big 4.

Imagine these players lead their team in the early stage of their career.

1- Irving (Cavaliers)
2-Durant (OKC)
3- Harden ( Rockets)
4-Griffin (Clippers)

Uhm, yeah.
They're now the big 4 and it's really an explosive roster that has been brought to us by the Nets. Before that it was only Irving and Durant, it was already getting the news everywhere and made most of the fans jumped to their team and turns to them as playoffs to finals caliber team.

Exactly, but this could be just big 3 and Griffin needs to prove first that he can be trusted to help the team a win. Only the big 3 gets a big contract while Griffin only gets a veteran contract due to his declining performance in this previous team.

[wheelz1200]

Much needed win against the undermanned thunder.  Without shai on the court they had to win this game.  They won it pretty handedly Which is nice to see.  They have to win all the games they should and win a portion of the games they shouldn't.  Again just want to see them grow and get better.  My boy immanual quickley had a great game again.  He needs more minutes even when peyton comes back to full health.

[mirakal]

Much needed win against the undermanned thunder.  Without shai on the court they had to win this game.  They won it pretty handedly Which is nice to see.  They have to win all the games they should and win a portion of the games they shouldn't.  Again just want to see them grow and get better.  My boy immanual quickley had a great game again.  He needs more minutes even when peyton comes back to full health.

This must be a good season for the Knicks, but looks like Nets is now the hottest team in New York. 

I have not been following the Knicks because they don't have a superstar unlike the other teams, but the way they are playing, I'm sure they'll make some fans interested to follow them, it's really amazing seeing them now in the top 6 spot while they were struggling a lot in the past seasons.

[akirasendo17]

I hope that this time that there will be less injury on their team. Many are eyeing for their team to get into the finals and that's what makes everyone interested about them.

Especially Griffin, his main reason why he signed with the Nets is to be in the Championship and to win. His playoffs experience could contribute to this team, he maybe not part of the starting line up but he will surely get good minutes if he will have a great performance in the playoffs.

These are all stars players, they are not just big 3, they now can call themselves as big 4.

Imagine these players lead their team in the early stage of their career.

1- Irving (Cavaliers)
2-Durant (OKC)
3- Harden ( Rockets)
4-Griffin (Clippers)

Uhm, yeah.
They're now the big 4 and it's really an explosive roster that has been brought to us by the Nets. Before that it was only Irving and Durant, it was already getting the news everywhere and made most of the fans jumped to their team and turns to them as playoffs to finals caliber team.

Without a doubt, they are the number 1 team now in the league, and I think at this moment they are unstoppable, but there is pressure on their shoulders now because if they will not be champions, I think it will be the most humiliating team ever assemble in the history of the NBA and any other sports, this team now is stronger than the team assemble in the bay area, and they can do threepeat.

[Reid]

Without a doubt, they are the number 1 team now in the league, and I think at this moment they are unstoppable, but there is pressure on their shoulders now because if they will not be champions, I think it will be the most humiliating team ever assemble in the history of the NBA and any other sports, this team now is stronger than the team assemble in the bay area, and they can do threepeat.

Let's wait for the choke specialists.
Playoffs a bitch. True star players can be seen at these moments especially the crucial ones.
James Harden had been a good customer of playoffs chokes.  

They can win a championship, no doubt about that.
But three-peat? Oh no! When you fill a team with superstars, a problem always comes after 1 championship. (ie. Celtics, Heat)
Envy. Issues. Media confusing the fans and fans confusing which to support. Who's better with whom? That kind of problem affects the players.

[Oasisman]

Without a doubt, they are the number 1 team now in the league, and I think at this moment they are unstoppable, but there is pressure on their shoulders now because if they will not be champions, I think it will be the most humiliating team ever assemble in the history of the NBA and any other sports, this team now is stronger than the team assemble in the bay area, and they can do threepeat.

I still take the healthy 2016 GSW roster over the current Nets roster, maybe I'll change my perspective If they'll prove it this season and win all the way to the finals. The Warriors were perfectly balanced and the Durant acquisition made them invincible.
I'm pretty sure the Lakers is now making a big move to get a legitimate big man. They'll either get Aldridge or Drummond both a good addition to the Lakers frontcourt.

[danherbias07]

Interesting Game Finale's that I watched live.
Nets played a close game against the Pistons.
Nuggets losing against the Mavs.
Suns also lose against Pacers.

2 underdog wins and 1 close game. Wow. All my bets are also marked red. 
It's another sad day. I wish I could get it back tomorrow. How about you guys?

[yazher]

Randle and the New York Knicks continue their domination in the NBA game so far and if they can this kind of game up, they will gonna be torn for whoever they will face in the NBA playoffs. That if they continue to get such win like this in their upcoming games and they really need to stay on their current spot or they might want to continue winning to secure a spot on top 4-6 because behind them are the teams who are expected to go to the NBA Playoffs.

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[OgNasty]

LaMelo Ball had a ridiculous highlight from tonight’s game. I’m amazed this is the same kid from those Ball in the Family clips. He’s separated himself from the pack and will likely win the Rookie of the Year award this year. Will probably lead his team to the playoffs as well. I was definitely wrong about him. Here’s his line from tonight.

23 points
9 rebounds
6 assists
7/11 FG
6/9 3PT

[Dave1]

Interesting Game Finale's that I watched live.
Nets played a close game against the Pistons.
Nuggets losing against the Mavs.
Suns also lose against Pacers.

2 underdog wins and 1 close game. Wow. All my bets are also marked red. 
It's another sad day. I wish I could get it back tomorrow. How about you guys?

Same here, got burn by the Nuggets and Suns.  And also the T'Wolves against the Portland.

Live game betting, I thought they can still make a comeback after the 2nd half, but seems they don't have enough legs specially Denver. I got the Charlotte and the Hawks though. So, I still have some capital to get back tommorow.

[Questat]

Interesting Game Finale's that I watched live.
Nets played a close game against the Pistons.
Nuggets losing against the Mavs.
Suns also lose against Pacers.

2 underdog wins and 1 close game. Wow. All my bets are also marked red. 
It's another sad day. I wish I could get it back tomorrow. How about you guys?

Same here, got burn by the Nuggets and Suns.  And also the T'Wolves against the Portland.

Live game betting, I thought they can still make a comeback after the 2nd half, but seems they don't have enough legs specially Denver. I got the Charlotte and the Hawks though. So, I still have some capital to get back tommorow.

At least that win bring some good news, we can't really win all the time and sometimes games look so easy but it's the other team that will win. Denver, I can understand why Denver loss because they face the Mavericks, but the Suns loss at home, I guess that's unusual as they are even -7 against the Pacers.

[blockman]

I hope that this time that there will be less injury on their team. Many are eyeing for their team to get into the finals and that's what makes everyone interested about them.

Especially Griffin, his main reason why he signed with the Nets is to be in the Championship and to win. His playoffs experience could contribute to this team, he maybe not part of the starting line up but he will surely get good minutes if he will have a great performance in the playoffs.

These are all stars players, they are not just big 3, they now can call themselves as big 4.

Imagine these players lead their team in the early stage of their career.

1- Irving (Cavaliers)
2-Durant (OKC)
3- Harden ( Rockets)
4-Griffin (Clippers)

Uhm, yeah.
They're now the big 4 and it's really an explosive roster that has been brought to us by the Nets. Before that it was only Irving and Durant, it was already getting the news everywhere and made most of the fans jumped to their team and turns to them as playoffs to finals caliber team.

Exactly, but this could be just big 3 and Griffin needs to prove first that he can be trusted to help the team a win. Only the big 3 gets a big contract while Griffin only gets a veteran contract due to his declining performance in this previous team.

He can be trusted. Nets won't take him if they are not sure what can be the contributions that he can give to the team. A team won't expand with such contracts if they'll getting someone that cannot even help them to reach the playoffs and finals.
But we will see his games soon.

[freedomgo]

Just a little update on Griffin.

Blake Griffin’s timeline before making Nets debut

Blake Griffin’s much-awaited debut for the Brooklyn Nets is on the horizon. However, Nets fans will need to wait a bit longer before they see the six-time All-Star take the floor for his new team as Griffin continues to deal with conditioning issues.

According to Nets head coach Steve Nash, Griffin won’t be returning to action anytime soon (h/t Malika Andrews of ESPN):

They are preparing Blake to be fully healthy so he can be a big help in the game.
Team's not rushing him, they are enjoying what the Nets have been doing now, so there's no urgency. the only urgency is fans can't wait to see him. 

[danherbias07]

LaMelo Ball had a ridiculous highlight from tonight’s game. I’m amazed this is the same kid from those Ball in the Family clips. He’s separated himself from the pack and will likely win the Rookie of the Year award this year. Will probably lead his team to the playoffs as well. I was definitely wrong about him.

I am really happy for this kid, I was also one of those who thought he is just a hype that his father made.
He's different and I think he want to prove something.
Even Michael Jordan is amazed at how he exceeded their expectation. Thumbs up for his great future.

Trade deadline on March 25. Drummond, Aldridge, and Kyle Lowry are the big names that are being discussed a lot.
Celtics GM Danny Ainge also offering Pistons for Jerami Grant. No details yet.
Where could this stars fall before the deadline ends?