2024 NBA Season

[akirasendo17]

He is not even in a minute restriction, the coach is great but in that game, he made a bad decision. Getting too desperate is not good, instead of trusting the healthy players, he force to play Young, of course, as a coach he has the say, he could have sit Trae Young when he saw Trae Young was messing on the floor.

Coach's always had the final decision to take him out or not but this time I don't think the coach was followed.
There's a possibility that Trae forced himself to play the game thinking it might be the last game of the Hawks.
Should've done the same as Giannis, it's simple "trust your teammates".
They wouldn't have reached the ECF without them so they can somehow get through it and win the game if he only trusted them.
Turnovers + missed shots 4/17 FG and 0-6 3pt = destruction.  I don't blame all on him but he did most of the damage for 35 minutes.

yep, huge mistake by the hawk's coach, cam reddish is hot they should have sat young, he can't even defend because of the injury, the coach could have end trae career if something happens, in the game because he already knows trae is injured, and as a franchise player, he knows better, young still young and could prepare for another campaign next year.

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[freedomgo]

He is not even in a minute restriction, the coach is great but in that game, he made a bad decision. Getting too desperate is not good, instead of trusting the healthy players, he force to play Young, of course, as a coach he has the say, he could have sit Trae Young when he saw Trae Young was messing on the floor.

Coach's always had the final decision to take him out or not but this time I don't think the coach was followed.
There's a possibility that Trae forced himself to play the game thinking it might be the last game of the Hawks.
Should've done the same as Giannis, it's simple "trust your teammates".
They wouldn't have reached the ECF without them so they can somehow get through it and win the game if he only trusted them.
Turnovers + missed shots 4/17 FG and 0-6 3pt = destruction.  I don't blame all on him but he did most of the damage for 35 minutes.

yep, huge mistake by the hawk's coach, cam reddish is hot they should have sat young, he can't even defend because of the injury, the coach could have end trae career if something happens, in the game because he already knows trae is injured, and as a franchise player, he knows better, young still young and could prepare for another campaign next year.

They reach the ECF, that's beyond our imagination already, it means they have surpassed our expectation and they can always come back next year and improve more. Trae Young's injury is not serious, but if he is not 100% yet, then they should not play him. Because of Trae Young's misses, it was capitalized by the Bucks who are eager to finish the series that night.

[RealMalatesta]

I would say I did not expect it, but congratulations to the Bucks for winning the ECF.|

Was thinking Trae Young would help his team to win, but instead, he became a liability, sorry for the word.
Trae has no lift, he is missing a basket, even an easy one.

4-17 shooting and 5 Turnovers, that was his worse game in the playoffs.

Yeah, it looks like the Bucks have been playing much better since Giannis got the injury. Regarding Trae Young, his performance was expected, considering that he hasn't fully recovered from the injury. It's obvious that he wasn't ready to play 35 minutes.

So, it is a Bucks vs Suns finals. I have to say nobody saw that coming I believe, this is a very very interesting result. Sure Bucks played amazing on regular season and that is why some people may have expected them to play decently but the reality is that we didn't really see anything nice from them last season at playoffs, and this season that happened again, they weren't that amazing and their regular season record was much better than their playoff record so I think they do become worse in playoffs for some reason.

It could be harder playing with less foul calls, it could be harder defense, it could be players playing a lot more minutes instead of giving bench players more time. So long story short they weren't that great, Suns on the other hand? Suns didn't even made the playoffs for more than 10 years, then suddenly they are in the finals. Let's see who will win but as fan of none of these teams, I am going to have super fun for sure.

[Yamifoud]

I would say I did not expect it, but congratulations to the Bucks for winning the ECF.|

Was thinking Trae Young would help his team to win, but instead, he became a liability, sorry for the word.
Trae has no lift, he is missing a basket, even an easy one.

4-17 shooting and 5 Turnovers, that was his worse game in the playoffs.

Yeah, it looks like the Bucks have been playing much better since Giannis got the injury. Regarding Trae Young, his performance was expected, considering that he hasn't fully recovered from the injury. It's obvious that he wasn't ready to play 35 minutes.

So, it is a Bucks vs Suns finals. I have to say nobody saw that coming I believe, this is a very very interesting result. Sure Bucks played amazing on regular season and that is why some people may have expected them to play decently but the reality is that we didn't really see anything nice from them last season at playoffs, and this season that happened again, they weren't that amazing and their regular season record was much better than their playoff record so I think they do become worse in playoffs for some reason.

It could be harder playing with less foul calls, it could be harder defense, it could be players playing a lot more minutes instead of giving bench players more time. So long story short they weren't that great, Suns on the other hand? Suns didn't even made the playoffs for more than 10 years, then suddenly they are in the finals. Let's see who will win but as fan of none of these teams, I am going to have super fun for sure.

No one sees it coming that the Suns would advance in the NBA Finals, but the Bucks, are one of the favorites to win in the NBA Finals so it's expected. The Bucks had a tougher journey compared to the Suns IMO, so I think although the Suns now are heavily favored to win, the Bucks would not just easily give up the fight as they are also hungry to win a championship.

[akirasendo17]

it's now in the hands of the bucks coach, for the bucks to coach now he uncovers Lopez is still and can be dominant, this now put Lopez against Ayton, and this is where experience matter, yes Lopez is old but with past experience, paul need to find a way to get to Ayton, because for sure Lopez will use everything that he knows against Ayton, and correct me if I'm wrong tucker will be guarding, paul or booker, and the advantage of tucker is bigger, don't count the bucks yet, they almost have the same productive bench.

[ingiltere]

Poll Question: ECF?
Atlanta Hawks - 3 (37.5%)
Milwaukee Bucks - 5 (62.5%)
Total Voters: 8

Milwaukee Bucks finished the series in sixth game and become the next finalist. Bucks will play in NBA Finals first time since 1974. It's good to see new teams headed to finals, we get tired of seeing same teams over and over again. Finals will start two days later so let's have a vote, which team will become new champion?

[CLS63]

After I saw that Giannis wasn't able to play in the 6th game but Trae Young was, I thought that the series could be tied and we could see the 7th game also. But interestingly, it wasn't the case. Bucks still managed to finish the job 4-2. Trae Young played for more than half an hour but he wasn't able to contribute to the team too much.

I'm curious about what kind of a final series is waiting for us. Will it be Suns or Bucks to the championship? Honestly, my favorite team in this series are Bucks. With Giannis' coming back, they can really make it.

[btc_angela]

Poll Question: ECF?
Atlanta Hawks - 3 (37.5%)
Milwaukee Bucks - 5 (62.5%)
Total Voters: 8

Milwaukee Bucks finished the series in sixth game and become the next finalist. Bucks will play in NBA Finals first time since 1974. It's good to see new teams headed to finals, we get tired of seeing same teams over and over again. Finals will start two days later so let's have a vote, which team will become new champion?

I voted for Phoenix Suns, I think it will be their destiny this 2021 to finally win a NBA title. They haven't won and the last time they went into the finals, it was Barkley vs Jordan.

This is Chris Paul's last chance to get a ring, and will cement his legacy as one of the best point guard or could bring him to HOF once he retired. And they have the home court advantage (although in this series, it doesn't matter), but if they can win 2-0 before going to Milwaukee, they will have a huge advantage.

[Reid]

Voted for the Phoenix Suns.
There's something about the chemistry of this team. They don't need to fill their roster with stars, one or two is enough to control the pace of the game and they can win with big leads.
I may bet for them until the end of this series if I don't see the Bucks having any small chance of winning.
But who will gain the first win will always be a mystery.  Suns won in their season meeting ending at OT with just 1 point lead.

[gagux123]

I also voted for Phoenix Suns
I'm sure the Suns will play as much as they can, they'll do everything to give for Phoenix the 1st NBA title.

Some of the reasons are, Suns have a very experienced player (CP3), absolutely he will guide the team to victory. The Bucks don't have a player as experienced as CP3, but the Bucks are a dangerous team without Giannis Antetokounmpo, some players stood out for example, Portis, Holidayy and Middleton, who played very well without help of Antetokounmpo and also Giannis is not 100 % healthy after his injury.

I believe these are the main reasons, I think the Suns can be champions.

I'm excited to tomorrow's game

[Beparanf]

I also voted for Phoenix Suns
I'm sure the Suns will play as much as they can, they'll do everything to give for Phoenix the 1st NBA title.

Some of the reasons are, Suns have a very experienced player (CP3), absolutely he will guide the team to victory. The Bucks don't have a player as experienced as CP3, but the Bucks are a dangerous team without Giannis Antetokounmpo, some players stood out for example, Portis, Holidayy and Middleton, who played very well without help of Antetokounmpo and also Giannis is not 100 % healthy after his injury.

I believe these are the main reasons, I think the Suns can be champions.

I'm excited to tomorrow's game

For sure Phoenix has a high chance to get the Championship. They are also very lucky this season by defeating all the power house team due to injuries of the opponent star player. Davis from Lakers, Murray on Nuggets, Kawhi Leonard from Clippers and now unhealthy Gianni from Bucks. Luck is on Phoenix right now.

[Fredomago]

Voted for the Phoenix Suns.
There's something about the chemistry of this team. They don't need to fill their roster with stars, one or two is enough to control the pace of the game and they can win with big leads.
I may bet for them until the end of this series if I don't see the Bucks having any small chance of winning.
But who will gain the first win will always be a mystery.  Suns won in their season meeting ending at OT with just 1 point lead.

Very interesting,  NBA might lose lots of money  if sweep happened  to this series  kidding  aside the chance might slim but  bucks also have that capabilities  adjusting  with their opponents  system.

The fact that  both coaches are being part of Spurs  system  for sure we will see the shadow of coach Pop with this series.

I would say  that  I'm  also with the Suns, I like CP3 commanding the game,  and how his entire squad following him like a big bro, big respect  to this Man!

[danherbias07]

I also voted for Phoenix Suns
I'm sure the Suns will play as much as they can, they'll do everything to give for Phoenix the 1st NBA title.

Some of the reasons are, Suns have a very experienced player (CP3), absolutely he will guide the team to victory. The Bucks don't have a player as experienced as CP3, but the Bucks are a dangerous team without Giannis Antetokounmpo, some players stood out for example, Portis, Holidayy and Middleton, who played very well without help of Antetokounmpo and also Giannis is not 100 % healthy after his injury.

I believe these are the main reasons, I think the Suns can be champions.

I'm excited to tomorrow's game

Lady Luck also played a big role for the Phoenix Suns.
1st round versus LA Lakers - Anthony Davis injured.
2nd round versus Denver Nuggets - Jamal Murray injured.
Western Conference Finals versus LA Clippers - Kawhi Leonard injured.

And now for the NBA Finals - Giannis Antetokounmpo - injured.
This is the best time to win the championship. Take the lead while Giannis is still sitting on the bench with his hyper extended left knee injury.
Take 2 games win if possible and the road to championship will be silky smooth.

[casperBGD]

~snip
Take 2 games win if possible and the road to championship will be silky smooth.

seems to be a now-or-never for both teams, Bucks could get another final, but it will be highly difficult for Suns to have another chance
and momentum is on Suns side, they had a good run so far, and with two wins (if possible) in the beginning of the series, it will be a road-to-victory for them

on the other hand, Bucks also have their picks in hand, and would not let Suns to be an easy one

[LogitechMouse]

I would say I did not expect it, but congratulations to the Bucks for winning the ECF.|

Was thinking Trae Young would help his team to win, but instead, he became a liability, sorry for the word.
Trae has no lift, he is missing a basket, even an easy one.

4-17 shooting and 5 Turnovers, that was his worse game in the playoffs.

If you will base it on the players, its obvious that the Bucks have the upper hand because they have it all. Good defenders, good rim protectors, good shooters. Overall a good team. Comparing the Bucks roster with the Hawks, they have the advantages so for me this won by the Bucks isn't as surprising as this is what I'm expected to happen. Suns Vs. Bucks in NBA Finals even though I thought for a sec that it will be Suns Vs. Hawks .

On the other hand, what the Hawks did is almost the same as what the Nets did to Harden when they pushed him to play in Game 5 where he is a liability inside the court. Its the same scenario with the Hawks and it caused them their season. Well, can't blame them though because it is a gamble too on their side. They are being dominated inside so their only option was outside shooting which didn't come out good for them. At least he did some shimmy shimmy in Game 1 at Fiserv Forum though .

Suns Vs. Bucks in July 7. My prediction with this game would be Suns in 7 .

[Jating]

^^ Suns is the opening favourite in game 1.

The fun thing is that we have like 2 days to decide our bet in the first game. Lots of parameters to look at, Suns has more days or rest, are they going to be rusty in game 1? What is the status of Giannis? will he be available?

So it's hard to decide who will win this year, Suns has CP3, Booker and Ayton and then role players. While the Bucks has Giannis, Middleton, Holiday and Brook Lopez. It will be a good matchup between Ayton and Lopez in the middle but Ayton has the advantage. But Brook can draw him out, specially if Lopez will hit his 3's.

[stadus]

^^ Suns is the opening favourite in game 1.

The fun thing is that we have like 2 days to decide our bet in the first game. Lots of parameters to look at, Suns has more days or rest, are they going to be rusty in game 1? What is the status of Giannis? will he be available?

There's no timetable yet when he will come back, but hopefully, he would be able to come back soon.
Let's continue to monitor the status, it still not announced yet that he will play or not in game 1, so there's still a chance to see him in game 1.

So it's hard to decide who will win this year, Suns has CP3, Booker and Ayton and then role players. While the Bucks has Giannis, Middleton, Holiday and Brook Lopez. It will be a good matchup between Ayton and Lopez in the middle but Ayton has the advantage. But Brook can draw him out, specially if Lopez will hit his 3's.

This is my opinion if Giannis will come back, the Bucks have a chance of winning as for me they have a better lineup especially on the defense.
As they always do, they can dominate the inside as they are good at attacking the paint, especially if Giannis is present.

[Beparanf]

Suns Vs. Bucks in July 7. My prediction with this game would be Suns in 7 .

With an injured Gianni who leads his team on offense and defense? I wonder if they can last until game 7 though? Sun's completely dominate all the powerhouse team on West which is stronger to incomplete Bucks. Luck is with Phoenix this season and they have a good roster to counter both offense and defense of Bucks even if Gianni is not injured. Game 5 to 6 is what I'm predicting to end the finals.

[Yaunfitda]

Suns Vs. Bucks in July 7. My prediction with this game would be Suns in 7 .

With an injured Gianni who leads his team on offense and defense? I wonder if they can last until game 7 though? Sun's completely dominate all the powerhouse team on West which is stronger to incomplete Bucks. Luck is with Phoenix this season and they have a good roster to counter both offense and defense of Bucks even if Gianni is not injured. Game 5 to 6 is what I'm predicting to end the finals.

This will be more on a defensive game for the Bucks. They should have like a game plan to make Paul and Booker work very hard. I would say that it is much easier to contain Booker, but CP3's experience though as a point guard is on another level.

So Phoenix could have the advantage all around, probably 4-2 in favour of the Suns.

[mirakal]

Suns Vs. Bucks in July 7. My prediction with this game would be Suns in 7 .

With an injured Gianni who leads his team on offense and defense? I wonder if they can last until game 7 though? Sun's completely dominate all the powerhouse team on West which is stronger to incomplete Bucks. Luck is with Phoenix this season and they have a good roster to counter both offense and defense of Bucks even if Gianni is not injured. Game 5 to 6 is what I'm predicting to end the finals.

Giannis was injured now but he could return in the NBA Finals. If he can play then for sure he will not miss this opportunity to help his team to become a champion. The Bucks have missed a lot of opportunities, they are consistent in the Playoffs but they never reach in the NBA Finals, so they sure are very hungry to win.