2024 NBA Season

[gagux123]

If there's someone who deserves more to be in the Finals, I think it should be Giannis because he failed many times and this is just their great chance to be in the Finals.

Well, I confess, Giannis Antetokounmpo also deserves it. In these playoffs he stood out than in previous ones.
But Trae Young exceeded expectations, he's on fire, what he did against the Knicks after the taunt is worthy of an Allstar player.
Beginning of the 4th period, Trae with 32 points and Antetokounmpo with 28 points.
Exciting and competitive game, the best team wins.

There are rumors that he might return, and some also says that he will not come back.

Kawhi Leonard knee injury likely to sideline him for Game 5 vs. Phoenix Suns
We will know comes game 5, just don't put a bet yet, wait until game time.

Let's wait, however, if Leonard plays game 5 or 6 he could make a difference

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[Pamadar]

Blazers are set to announce their new head-coach^[1] early next week, but we have some very interesting (not so much if you are a Blazers fan) news coming out of Chris Haynes:

source: https://twitter.com/ChrisBHaynes/status/1409249662351994881

The backlash from Portland Trail Blazers’ coaching search and his concerns over whether a championship contender can be built have become major factors that could force Damian Lillard to request out, league sources tell @YahooSports.

If you haven't followed the story, Lillard is taking heat from some Blazers fans on social media, because of the hire of Chauncey Billups^[1], there have been rape allegations dating back from the late 90s against Billups. Lillard is saying he didn't know, nor that he was consulted when picking the new coach.  This is still a developing story, but don't get surprised if Dame indeed asks for a trade, anything that comes out of Haynes, Shams and Woj is 100%.

That's new to me. I had no idea that Chauncey was accused of sexual harassment before. Was it even out in the news before or they kept it?
Trail Blazers management could always just pick another coach if they still want sales of their tickets with Dame as the face of their franchise. I think he deserves a better coaching staff and there are so many options out there. Chauncey could stay as an assistant working his way to the hearts of the Portland team if they will hire him for that position.

Not familiar with issue too but I see that idea is good they can hire him as assistant before taking the big step.

Blazers management needs to work it out with the fans, it will have a big impact to their business if something happened along the way especially with their main man, Lilard already established his name as franchise player and if he move out it would hard for the team to bring that same intensity.

[btc_angela]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

[carlisle1]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

Awts! Without  him Bucks completely abused the rest of the team. Middleton again shows his big
time game helping Giannis to lift the Bucks and win this one.

This sprain will surely affects the outcome of this series, without Young Hawks needs to find someone to step up, they need to work together to keep alive

from this series, lucky for them they've won the first game if not the chance of suffering with a sweep is very possible.

[Beparanf]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

Awts! Without  him Bucks completely abused the rest of the team. Middleton again shows his big
time game helping Giannis to lift the Bucks and win this one.

This sprain will surely affects the outcome of this series, without Young Hawks needs to find someone to step up, they need to work together to keep alive

from this series, lucky for them they've won the first game if not the chance of suffering with a sweep is very possible.

Trae is the playmaker on the hawks, Without him, Giannis and the gang will annihilate his team just like what happened on game 2 when Bucks finally lockdown the hawks for the first time. It's easy to say now that Bucks already won the Eastern Conference Finals if trae young didn't come back or play well and the next succeeding game since there will be a lot of homecourt advantage for Bucks.

[yazher]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

Looks like the Bucks have found their rhythms in this series and will continue to wins the next 2 games with no problem. they finally found the weakness of their opponent and they take advantage of it. They really need to go to the NBA Finals since Giannis has been the center of attraction to the team and he hasn't proved anything yet. they are really close to getting to the NBA finals and they need to beat the Hawks as soon as possible to prefer to beat their next opponent.

[gagux123]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

I hope Trae Young's sprain doesn't compromise him in the next games, he's the one making the difference in the Hawks

If Young stays out of a game, it will increase the Bucks' chances of reaching the final.
The team has chemistry and has several players who are playing well, for example, Middleton

[Saint-loup]

Looks like the Bucks have found their rhythms in this series and will continue to wins the next 2 games with no problem. they finally found the weakness of their opponent and they take advantage of it. They really need to go to the NBA Finals since Giannis has been the center of attraction to the team and he hasn't proved anything yet. they are really close to getting to the NBA finals and they need to beat the Hawks as soon as possible to prefer to beat their next opponent.

How they've found the weakness of their opponent while they've been leaded in the 3 first quarters? Hawks were playing at home and they dominated the Bucks during nearly all the match. I had bet 2.5 mBTC @1.54 on them at Stake and I've been about to cash out my bet to be honest. And I would certainly do it if there had been not anymore chances for me to get the Conference Finals 2x winnings bonus. So that's insane but I think I have won that bet and the double winnings bonus thanks to the injury of Trae Young at the end of the third quarter... but not because the Bucks have been better than the Hawks.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

I hope Trae Young's sprain doesn't compromise him in the next games, he's the one making the difference in the Hawks

If Young stays out of a game, it will increase the Bucks' chances of reaching the final.
The team has chemistry and has several players who are playing well, for example, Middleton

I agree, the Trae Young injury was really big for the Hawks, he grimaces in pain every time, although he hit a 3 to tie the count, that was the last time as Middleton went on a shooting spree to put a good gap and Trae Young was off after that, obviously affected.

Let's hope that he can play in the next game, we have seen a lot of injuries in this playoffs for the superstars.

[stadus]

Good comeback from the Bucks in late fourth quarter allowing the Hawks to just 17 points.

Khris Middleton suddenly caught fire and he hits 3's. Trae Young though, injured himself when he accidentally step on one referee and it was reported that he has a sprain, so that is bad news for Hawks fans. They could have won this game, they have taken a lead 5 points or more prior to Trae's injury so that is huge.

I hope Trae Young's sprain doesn't compromise him in the next games, he's the one making the difference in the Hawks

If Young stays out of a game, it will increase the Bucks' chances of reaching the final.
The team has chemistry and has several players who are playing well, for example, Middleton

I agree, the Trae Young injury was really big for the Hawks, he grimaces in pain every time, although he hit a 3 to tie the count, that was the last time as Middleton went on a shooting spree to put a good gap and Trae Young was off after that, obviously affected.

Let's hope that he can play in the next game, we have seen a lot of injuries in this playoffs for the superstars.

Though he was already injured he still chooses to play, and that's shows his heart as a leader.

Clint Capela was correct when he says ;

HEADLINE
Clint Capela Says Unlike James Harden, Trae Young Doesn’t Retreat Under Pressure


You can tell who is the real leader.

[Yamifoud]

Game 5 for Clippers vs Suns.

This is it, we might see the journey of the Clippers end, or they will give a headache to the Suns again. We never know that's why the game is really exciting to watch. Still, there's no news on Leonard, so let's assume that he will still not gonna play in this game, Clippers need to win or they'll go home.

[Jating]

Game 5 for Clippers vs Suns.

This is it, we might see the journey of the Clippers end, or they will give a headache to the Suns again. We never know that's why the game is really exciting to watch. Still, there's no news on Leonard, so let's assume that he will still not gonna play in this game, Clippers need to win or they'll go home.

Suns should take this win on their home court, no way that they want to go back to LA again. They should get a win and then take a rest again and wait for the Eastern CF between Hawks vs Bucks. So there's a lot of advantage for them.

If Clippers win this game, then obviously the series will be extended and we don't want, barring any circumstances that a major injury will happen to either of the teams star. Just like what we witnessed with Trae Young in today's game. They almost had it, until that freak accident involving one of the referee. So I'm with the Suns to win the end the series.

[Yamifoud]

Game 5 for Clippers vs Suns.

This is it, we might see the journey of the Clippers end, or they will give a headache to the Suns again. We never know that's why the game is really exciting to watch. Still, there's no news on Leonard, so let's assume that he will still not gonna play in this game, Clippers need to win or they'll go home.

Suns should take this win on their home court, no way that they want to go back to LA again. They should get a win and then take a rest again and wait for the Eastern CF between Hawks vs Bucks. So there's a lot of advantage for them.

If Clippers win this game, then obviously the series will be extended and we don't want, barring any circumstances that a major injury will happen to either of the teams star. Just like what we witnessed with Trae Young in today's game. They almost had it, until that freak accident involving one of the referee. So I'm with the Suns to win the end the series.

Clippers needs to win in 2 homecourt in order to beat the Suns, I think it's unlikely because Suns are really good at home. They might win one but they'll not be able to make it to the next 2 games. We don't know what will happen here but it's the Suns will likely win the series.

Since this is a close-out game, I expect a very low-scoring game like what we witness before.

[Oasisman]

Game 5 for Clippers vs Suns.

This is it, we might see the journey of the Clippers end, or they will give a headache to the Suns again. We never know that's why the game is really exciting to watch. Still, there's no news on Leonard, so let's assume that he will still not gonna play in this game, Clippers need to win or they'll go home.

Suns should take this win on their home court, no way that they want to go back to LA again. They should get a win and then take a rest again and wait for the Eastern CF between Hawks vs Bucks. So there's a lot of advantage for them.

If Clippers win this game, then obviously the series will be extended and we don't want, barring any circumstances that a major injury will happen to either of the teams star. Just like what we witnessed with Trae Young in today's game. They almost had it, until that freak accident involving one of the referee. So I'm with the Suns to win the end the series.

Clippers needs to win in 2 homecourt in order to beat the Suns, I think it's unlikely because Suns are really good at home. They might win one but they'll not be able to make it to the next 2 games. We don't know what will happen here but it's the Suns will likely win the series.

Since this is a close-out game, I expect a very low-scoring game like what we witness before.

I think the Clippers will be eliminated in game 5.
Without Leonard they are inconsistent offensively.
I don't trust Paul George as much as Leonard down the stretch. Those missed free throws are costing them too much.
While the Suns have the perfect momentum in going all the way to the Finals.
Now, the odds are interesting. I guess it's best to put a bet on Clippers +6 point spread as the series had always a close game. 6 points might be a huge lead for the Suns to win the game.

[danherbias07]

Though he was already injured he still chooses to play, and that's shows his heart as a leader.

Clint Capela was correct when he says ;

HEADLINE
Clint Capela Says Unlike James Harden, Trae Young Doesn’t Retreat Under Pressure


You can tell who is the real leader.

Whoa! That's foul! Technical!   That's correct, he never gave up and came back from the locker room even with a hurt ankle.
Although he is trying so bad to move, his face reactions still says it's hurting so bad. But he didn't give up on his team and those players will respect him more for doing that.
He didn't even show a bad personality even though he badly want to win that game in their homecourt.
Trae still did pretty great before the injury with 35 points. Middleton just went to a good run that buried them.

[akirasendo17]

Though he was already injured he still chooses to play, and that's shows his heart as a leader.

Clint Capela was correct when he says ;

HEADLINE
Clint Capela Says Unlike James Harden, Trae Young Doesn’t Retreat Under Pressure


You can tell who is the real leader.

Whoa! That's foul! Technical!   That's correct, he never gave up and came back from the locker room even with a hurt ankle.
Although he is trying so bad to move, his face reactions still says it's hurting so bad. But he didn't give up on his team and those players will respect him more for doing that.
He didn't even show a bad personality even though he badly want to win that game in their homecourt.
Trae still did pretty great before the injury with 35 points. Middleton just went to a good run that buried them.

that's correct, and that should be your attitude especially if you are being paid millions of dollars, that also makes you love by the fans, you are not giving up, unlike harden signature defense the swiping hands in the air, I like trae attitude and he's going to get better, in the coming years for sure, excited for this guy.

[Viscore]

Though he was already injured he still chooses to play, and that's shows his heart as a leader.

Clint Capela was correct when he says ;

HEADLINE
Clint Capela Says Unlike James Harden, Trae Young Doesn’t Retreat Under Pressure


You can tell who is the real leader.

Whoa! That's foul! Technical!   That's correct, he never gave up and came back from the locker room even with a hurt ankle.
Although he is trying so bad to move, his face reactions still says it's hurting so bad. But he didn't give up on his team and those players will respect him more for doing that.
He didn't even show a bad personality even though he badly want to win that game in their homecourt.
Trae still did pretty great before the injury with 35 points.

Trae is still very young and already is a good leader, his leadership is proven more in the playoffs as he helps his team to be in the ECF. Getting respect from the veterans is so fulfilling on his part, and there is news also saying that Capela is, even more, better when he started playing with young.

Middleton just went to a good run that buried them.

He can't miss, he was the reason why the Bucks were able to pull away because his 3 point shooting is hitting.

[stadus]

He can't miss, he was the reason why the Bucks were able to pull away because his 3 point shooting is hitting.

If only Middleton will remain consistent, the Bucks might easily disposed the Hawks, he needs more shooting attempts because he is a great shooter and Bucks has a lot of good defenders on the floor so their opponent will really struggle.

Giannis, Holiday, and Tucker, these 3 are really working hard on the floor, they can also score at the same time but they can surely limit the star player of the opposiing team.

[carlisle1]

He can't miss, he was the reason why the Bucks were able to pull away because his 3 point shooting is hitting.

If only Middleton will remain consistent, the Bucks might easily disposed the Hawks, he needs more shooting attempts because he is a great shooter and Bucks has a lot of good defenders on the floor so their opponent will really struggle.

Giannis, Holiday, and Tucker, these 3 are really working hard on the floor, they can also score at the same time but they can surely limit the star player of the opposiing team.

I agree, let the trio orchestrate the defense and allow Middleton to provide more on their offensive end,
Bucks will easily bring the Hawks down if they'll manage to build a better system for this.

More on the Bucks side, Giannis can easily demolished whoever the man in front of him, Either Capella or Collins,
Giannis always have the advantage, he have speed against big men and strong body for those who are smaller than him.

Bucks have this series if Young's injury is deep serious.

[Beparanf]

Game 5 for Clippers vs Suns.

This is it, we might see the journey of the Clippers end, or they will give a headache to the Suns again. We never know that's why the game is really exciting to watch. Still, there's no news on Leonard, so let's assume that he will still not gonna play in this game, Clippers need to win or they'll go home.

Suns should take this win on their home court, no way that they want to go back to LA again. They should get a win and then take a rest again and wait for the Eastern CF between Hawks vs Bucks. So there's a lot of advantage for them.

If Clippers win this game, then obviously the series will be extended and we don't want, barring any circumstances that a major injury will happen to either of the teams star. Just like what we witnessed with Trae Young in today's game. They almost had it, until that freak accident involving one of the referee. So I'm with the Suns to win the end the series.

Clippers needs to win in 2 homecourt in order to beat the Suns, I think it's unlikely because Suns are really good at home. They might win one but they'll not be able to make it to the next 2 games. We don't know what will happen here but it's the Suns will likely win the series.

Since this is a close-out game, I expect a very low-scoring game like what we witness before.

I think the Clippers will be eliminated in game 5.
Without Leonard they are inconsistent offensively.
I don't trust Paul George as much as Leonard down the stretch. Those missed free throws are costing them too much.
While the Suns have the perfect momentum in going all the way to the Finals.
Now, the odds are interesting. I guess it's best to put a bet on Clippers +6 point spread as the series had always a close game. 6 points might be a huge lead for the Suns to win the game.

Bet atleast +10 to Clippers or -5 to Suns for safe bets, Just like what you said, Suns will try to end this game to get huge time to rest in preparation for the finals. Usually players of the losing didn’t want to even the score once the lead is so big for the last match of the series. Paul George is not a consistent scorer that’s why they are having some problem on closing the game especially when they are attempting to get the score lead.