2024 NBA Season

[Jating]

As much as we want to appreciate PJ Tucker's defense to Durant, he is too small and I would say it is a mismatch that Durant will exploit for the remainder of the series. And it seems that the Bucks doesn't want to put Giannis on KD, but this should happen. The same thing that Clippers did with Kawhi defending Luka on their 1st round playoff.

Otherwise, KD will have a field day as he can pull up mid range jumper, play one on one or beat him on a fast break run.

@danherbias07 - good win again bro.

[dwyane36]

I'm just watching a video from the ESPN Channel in Youtube and I just saw this 2 Breaking News.
Here is the link:

1. Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 against the Jazz and could miss the remainder of the West Conference Semifinals because of the knee injury that he got in Game 4.
2. CP3 will be out indefinitely because of COVID19 protocol. If he will be vaccinated, he will be having a shorter quarantine time.

Although Leonard's return isn't determined yet, I hope that he will miss only one game. Anyway, this is bad news for the Clippers, but George and other teammates should find a way to win the upcoming match. Also, it worth noting that the situation with CP3 looks ambiguous because he might miss WCF due to health protocol.

[Fredomago]

As much as we want to appreciate PJ Tucker's defense to Durant, he is too small and I would say it is a mismatch that Durant will exploit for the remainder of the series. And it seems that the Bucks doesn't want to put Giannis on KD, but this should happen. The same thing that Clippers did with Kawhi defending Luka on their 1st round playoff.

Otherwise, KD will have a field day as he can pull up mid range jumper, play one on one or beat him on a fast break run.

@danherbias07 - good win again bro.

yeah right, Tucker is no doubt as good defender but he's playing against one of the top scorer of this league its a big problem to Bucks if they won't place Giannis there, both players have similar styles of playing and seeing them defending each other is like seeing the rivalry of Drexler and Jordan.

The challenges like this should take seriously by Giannis, Like how Kawhai always did in each games that he have, taking care of the best scorer or the superstar of opposing team.

[el kaka22]

Everyone is talking about Durant and how amazing he played and that is why they won but the reality is that Harden played so so so bad that it looks like all Durant did was to cover what Harden couldn't, the difference came from other players, they played not so bad.

I would say if Durant didn't play like this, there could have been a blowout by Bucks, at least 10+ point difference because Bucks didn't play bad, they were actually playing very well, they were just unlucky that Durant is one of the best scorers league has ever seen and dude just went on fire and destroyed them, when those superstars are on fire it is rarely ever possible to stop them, you just have to outscore them in order to keep going otherwise they will just punish you from everywhere around the court. Nets didn't win this game, Durant won it, and he won it with Harden scoring just 5 points.

[Maslate]

Nets didn't win this game, Durant won it, and he won it with Harden scoring just 5 points.

Not really, Durant would not only waste his effort if his teammates weren't contributing, Jeff Green had a good game, he only missed 1 3 point shot attempt and it was really big for the team as he also contributed with 27 big points. Yes, it was Durant who is the top scorer, but we have to credit everyone who is on the court even if they did not contribute well, like Harden.

[freedomgo]

Nets didn't win this game, Durant won it, and he won it with Harden scoring just 5 points.

Not really, Durant would not only waste his effort if his teammates weren't contributing, Jeff Green had a good game, he only missed 1 3 point shot attempt and it was really big for the team as he also contributed with 27 big points. Yes, it was Durant who is the top scorer, but we have to credit everyone who is on the court even if they did not contribute well, like Harden.

Everyone has their own opinion, so let's give credit to Durant and the Nets for winning, Durant is the leader of the team now, it's normal to credit to him the success of the Nets. He was really hot and played like a God in basketball, so they deserve a win but I don't think we will see the same in game 6.

If Harden still played the same, Bucks will surely come back to even the series, also, some calls do not favor the Bucks, Giannis getting fouled out, that's questionable IMO, sorry, that's just my own observation.

[Russlenat]

1. Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 against the Jazz and could miss the remainder of the West Conference Semifinals because of the knee injury that he got in Game 4.

This makes me sad to be honest, I thought everything was fine for him on the last update and nothing were too serious. When Beverly just got in helping the defense and now we're missing Kawhi, he's their best shot to win this thing but he's absence will truly make a huge impact especially on their offense.

This is so bad, it's killing the excitement, but I still like the Clippers to win, they have Paul George that will step up and their veteran players should be able to play well. Kawhi was a big part of the Clipper's success, this his best opportunity to win the NBA Finals again, I hope his teammates will realize how he contributed to the team and win game 5 for him.

[bisdak40]

1. Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 against the Jazz and could miss the remainder of the West Conference Semifinals because of the knee injury that he got in Game 4.

This makes me sad to be honest, I thought everything was fine for him on the last update and nothing were too serious. When Beverly just got in helping the defense and now we're missing Kawhi, he's their best shot to win this thing but he's absence will truly make a huge impact especially on their offense.

This is so bad, it's killing the excitement, but I still like the Clippers to win, they have Paul George that will step up and their veteran players should be able to play well. Kawhi was a big part of the Clipper's success, this his best opportunity to win the NBA Finals again, I hope his teammates will realize how he contributed to the team and win game 5 for him.

Without Kawhi Leonard today, I don't think the Clipper will win this game5 because Paul George can't do it alone, the latter is so erratic that you don't know whether he brings his A-game today or not. Damn, injury really takes the excitement in this postseason, no amount of load management save Kawhi from injuries going into the playoffs huh so I think they should stop that strategy  .

[OgNasty]

Chris Paul being out for Covid restrictions indefinitely puts a pretty big question mark on the Suns future in these playoffs. Hopefully the week long break and fact that’s he’s been vaccinated will get him back quickly. I’m actually not expecting him to miss more than one game, if that, but you never know. If he’s carrying a fever it could be all bets off for the Suns.

[ultrloa]

1. Kawhi Leonard will miss Game 5 against the Jazz and could miss the remainder of the West Conference Semifinals because of the knee injury that he got in Game 4.

This makes me sad to be honest, I thought everything was fine for him on the last update and nothing were too serious. When Beverly just got in helping the defense and now we're missing Kawhi, he's their best shot to win this thing but he's absence will truly make a huge impact especially on their offense.

This is so bad, it's killing the excitement, but I still like the Clippers to win, they have Paul George that will step up and their veteran players should be able to play well. Kawhi was a big part of the Clipper's success, this his best opportunity to win the NBA Finals again, I hope his teammates will realize how he contributed to the team and win game 5 for him.

Without Kawhi Leonard today, I don't think the Clipper will win this game5 because Paul George can't do it alone, the latter is so erratic that you don't know whether he brings his A-game today or not. Damn, injury really takes the excitement in this postseason, no amount of load management save Kawhi from injuries going into the playoffs huh so I think they should stop that strategy  .

Well its time for Paul George to prove his self that he's really a good player and can able to win without his counterpart since if he lose and struggle to beat the jaxx on their next match then maybe he's not totally a good leader unto his team. Also maybe its good for Kawhi to pass this game 5 to rest his body and get more better run if Jazz win the Game 5 of this series.

[ILuckyGuyI]

It is really bad news that Kawhi isn't going to be able to play for a very long time as he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury. Clippers did so good in the last two games of the series. Now, their job is absolutely going to be even harder without Kawhi. I've started having a feeling like Jazz will make use of this situation and manage to eliminate Clippers in this tough series.

[Oasisman]

Chris Paul being out for Covid restrictions indefinitely puts a pretty big question mark on the Suns future in these playoffs. Hopefully the week long break and fact that’s he’s been vaccinated will get him back quickly. I’m actually not expecting him to miss more than one game, if that, but you never know. If he’s carrying a fever it could be all bets off for the Suns.

It's such a hard news to hear for the Phoenix Suns after a quite good playoff run.

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I am rooting for them to at least reach the NBA Finals. I don't what this means for the Suns without CP3. I mean he's the most vital piece for this good playoff run.
The NBA is bugged with either an injury or safety health protocols disabling players to play the most important games in the NBA. Dang it!

[danherbias07]

@danherbias07 - good win again bro.

Thanks, bro.

Chris Paul being out for Covid restrictions indefinitely puts a pretty big question mark on the Suns future in these playoffs. Hopefully the week long break and fact that’s he’s been vaccinated will get him back quickly. I’m actually not expecting him to miss more than one game, if that, but you never know. If he’s carrying a fever it could be all bets off for the Suns.

And I thought all the players was vaccinated before they let fans in. Why are they keeping some information from us, like just tell the media if he was vaccinated or not.
I believe the reason for the spread of Covid-19 was with one of the players last week. They won't name the player also so it's really a mess out there.
Could this be the new way on how to make NBA more interesting? 

76ers is really different when they are playing at home. You can see their strength when fans are on their side.
52-32 with 4 minutes on the first half.

[gagux123]

If they will win in this series, Nets should thank Durant for being a GOAT in that game, I can't believe what he did, he doesn't look like he came from an injury, he is just shooting well and driving the ball, he is a complete player with a clutch mind, he deserve to win the Finals MVP if they'll be the champion in the NBA Finals.

I totally agree with you. Durant is a type of player that when you need him, he will be there.
I think if he continues with that performance I also think he will win the MVP of the finals if the Nets get there

Chris Paul being out for Covid restrictions indefinitely puts a pretty big question mark on the Suns future in these playoffs. Hopefully the week long break and fact that’s he’s been vaccinated will get him back quickly. I’m actually not expecting him to miss more than one game, if that, but you never know. If he’s carrying a fever it could be all bets off for the Suns.

I can't believe it, the Suns can hardly beat the Jazz or Clipppers without CP3.

I feel bad about that, when CP3 is out of the playoffs because of injury, now he will have to "walk away" because of covid-19
when the team most needs CP3 help, there are great chances it won't play

[TravelMug]

Unbelievable game between the Sixers and the Hawks. Atlanta down 26 points, but then Lou Williams and Trae Young combine bring the team to a comeback and now they've taken a one point lead with 1:26 left.

I can't fathom Sixers can't even score a basket in the last 7 minutes of the game. And if they loss this game, I think they are done in the series. Because they have been broken mentally specially that this game is in their homecourt.

[Dave1]

Unbelievable game between the Sixers and the Hawks. Atlanta down 26 points, but then Lou Williams and Trae Young combine bring the team to a comeback and now they've taken a one point lead with 1:26 left.

I can't fathom Sixers can't even score a basket in the last 7 minutes of the game. And if they loss this game, I think they are done in the series. Because they have been broken mentally specially that this game is in their homecourt.

What can we say, it was a complete collapse from the 76'ers, it was a great comeback. One of the best comeback in this year's playoff. The Nets starring Durant came back from 16 points down. Now, Trae Young and the Hawks down 26, trim down the lead in the third and then shutdowns the Philly with tough defense.

One of the best playoff games with a comeback is Lakers vs Portland. I can't remember what year it was, but it is where Kobe lob pass to Shaq.

[wheelz1200]

Unbelievable game between the Sixers and the Hawks. Atlanta down 26 points, but then Lou Williams and Trae Young combine bring the team to a comeback and now they've taken a one point lead with 1:26 left.

I can't fathom Sixers can't even score a basket in the last 7 minutes of the game. And if they loss this game, I think they are done in the series. Because they have been broken mentally specially that this game is in their homecourt.

What can we say, it was a complete collapse from the 76'ers, it was a great comeback. One of the best comeback in this year's playoff. The Nets starring Durant came back from 16 points down. Now, Trae Young and the Hawks down 26, trim down the lead in the third and then shutdowns the Philly with tough defense.

One of the best playoff games with a comeback is Lakers vs Portland. I can't remember what year it was, but it is where Kobe lob pass to Shaq.

Yeah that was insane.  Not only did they come back from 26 down but they were down 18 to kick off the 4th quarter.  You have to shave off a 1.5 points every minute just to tie it up.  Besides embid and Seth the rest of the team flopped.  Seth was on fire.  Game wasted now they have to win on the road to force a game 7. 

[yazher]

Yeah that was insane.  Not only did they come back from 26 down but they were down 18 to kick off the 4th quarter.  You have to shave off a 1.5 points every minute just to tie it up.  Besides embid and Seth the rest of the team flopped.  Seth was on fire.  Game wasted now they have to win on the road to force a game 7. 

That's why when there is much time left, you can still hope for the win and that's what we have witnessed earlier. The Atlanta Hawks have a chance to end the series on their home court in game 6 if the 76ers will not change the way they played in the last quarter of the game. They forgot that they are now on the second round of the NBA playoffs where every win is crucial and now they need to win the next game or else Embiid will cry on his way to the locker room again.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

I can't fathom Sixers can't even score a basket in the last 7 minutes of the game. And if they loss this game, I think they are done in the series. Because they have been broken mentally specially that this game is in their homecourt.

Yes, if you look at the body language of the Sixers team, this is a big demoralizing lost for them.

The fans are all celebrating with that 18 point lead at the start of the 3rd and yet it seems that the basket was so small. Kudos to the Hawks defense on Embiid and then they bounce back inch by inch cutting the lead in the 3rd quarter and completing a massive comeback with a 14-0 run in the 4th.

Seth Curry was on fire, but he cooled off too. I'm most concern on Joel, it seems that he has aggravated that knee again in the 3rd when he try to go for a block on Trae or Lou's attempt. Too bad for those who have Sixers -6.5 handicapped.

[Maasdamer]

Who would have thought that both home teams and huge favourites today lose after solid first halftimes.

Philly was just crazy and the 2nd half of Utah is also a joke. How does Utah lose against a team which misses the best player on both offence & defence. They gave up so many points through technical fouls, and 1s and then miss 8 fts themselfes. All this combined is like 14-18 points that are missing or gifted.

With his performance today Donovan Mitchell validated why he was "snubbed" from the all NBA teams.

Well, if LA goes to the wcfs then Phoenix will go to the finals, with or without KL.