2024 NBA Season

[Yaunfitda]

Didn't expect a blowout win for GSW, Curry showed his superiority against the best team in the East, he made 9/14 from beyond the arc and that's very impressive, there's should be no debate on who is the greatest shooter now, Curry is just on a different level this season.

Better luck next time Nets, bounce back if you ever meet again this season.

Not even a fighting chance. I thought it was going to be a close game because Durant can answer Curry's madness in the 3 point line if ever he will.
But my expectation was not met and KD had a bad game 6/19 FG and 2/6 outside shots. That's a bad off night game for him.
Although, it's not just the difference between the 2 team. It's also the plays made by the Warriors that is difficult to stop.  
A well written play from the old playbook of Steve Kerr but Steve Nash seems to have a hard time stopping it. Congratulations to the Warriors team.

He has a horrendous shooting night, but we should give credit to the defense of Golden State. They really scout him and the play that Nash has for him, so they are ready to trap him as far as the three point area. So it's either he gave up the ball, or has an unforced error, or shot the ball badly.

So for now, we could say that Steve Kerr has Nash's number, and the GSW really perform very well in this game as it wanting to proved that their lost was just a fluke against the Hornets.

[Yamifoud]

Didn't expect a blowout win for GSW, Curry showed his superiority against the best team in the East, he made 9/14 from beyond the arc and that's very impressive, there's should be no debate on who is the greatest shooter now, Curry is just on a different level this season.

Better luck next time Nets, bounce back if you ever meet again this season.

Not even a fighting chance. I thought it was going to be a close game because Durant can answer Curry's madness in the 3 point line if ever he will.
But my expectation was not met and KD had a bad game 6/19 FG and 2/6 outside shots. That's a bad off night game for him.
Although, it's not just the difference between the 2 team. It's also the plays made by the Warriors that is difficult to stop.  
A well written play from the old playbook of Steve Kerr but Steve Nash seems to have a hard time stopping it. Congratulations to the Warriors team.

He has a horrendous shooting night, but we should give credit to the defense of Golden State. They really scout him and the play that Nash has for him, so they are ready to trap him as far as the three point area. So it's either he gave up the ball, or has an unforced error, or shot the ball badly.

So for now, we could say that Steve Kerr has Nash's number, and the GSW really perform very well in this game as it wanting to proved that their lost was just a fluke against the Hornets.

Not only coach Nash, Kerr also knows Durant very well as he coach him before so he was able to do the right strategy to limit him. This is their first encounter but most likely Nets will not struggle next time as they already saw the play design against them and they'll certainly make an adjustment to beat the Warriors.

[Sanitough]

Not only coach Nash, Kerr also knows Durant very well as he coach him before so he was able to do the right strategy to limit him.

Gonna agree with that, Kerr is a great coach, he already won multiple championships while Nash has not proven anything yet in the NBA as a coach.
Last season they lose against the Bucks but that's understandable because Kyrie was injured and Harden is not 100%.

But this season, both star players are healthy and yet they cannot take down the Warriors.
I would say it's a fair match as Warriors missed Thompson while Nets missed Kyrie, but Warriors was the better team at that game.

This is their first encounter but most likely Nets will not struggle next time as they already saw the play design against them and they'll certainly make an adjustment to beat the Warriors.

If they'll meet in the NBA Finals, then we already have an idea that the Warriors has a good chance of winning even if the Nets are the heavy favorites now to win the championship.

[rhomelmabini]

If they'll meet in the NBA Finals, then we already have an idea that the Warriors has a good chance of winning even if the Nets are the heavy favorites now to win the championship.

Hmmmm that's an interesting match up but tbh with just under 20 games and teams are still getting started that still an understatement. Good thing if they do match up at the Finals but still doubting both teams to even make it though, but same as you I'd bet on the Warriors, they're that explosive and who knows Thompson is already playing its best aagin when that day comes.

[Sanitough]

If they'll meet in the NBA Finals, then we already have an idea that the Warriors has a good chance of winning even if the Nets are the heavy favorites now to win the championship.

Hmmmm that's an interesting match up but tbh with just under 20 games and teams are still getting started that still an understatement. Good thing if they do match up at the Finals but still doubting both teams to even make it though, but same as you I'd bet on the Warriors, they're that explosive

I can't conclude yet because it's only their first encounter in the season and games in the playoffs are quite different compared to the regular season. Warriors do have some struggle as well, they are not a perfect team although they are the number 1 team in the West now.

......and who knows Thompson is already playing its best aagin when that day comes.

Not sure about this yet, though we are hype a bit on the return of Klay Thompson but we have not seen him play yet, so we could not make a conclusion whether he is healthy or not.

[dwyane36]

AEG (the owner of Staples center) and crypto.com announced a huge deal. The crypto exchange paid more than $700 mln for naming rights for the next 20 years. It means that the legendary home arena of the Lakers and Clippers will be renamed in Crypto.com arena, and the debut of the new logo is scheduled for December 25.

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[Maslate]

AEG (the owner of Staples center) and crypto.com announced a huge deal. The crypto exchange paid more than $700 mln for naming rights for the next 20 years. It means that the legendary home arena of the Lakers and Clippers will be renamed in Crypto.com arena, and the debut of the new logo is scheduled for December 25.

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That's right, I first read the announcement in here.

$700 million is a huge amount of money, it's a big investment for crypto.com and probably that's the reason why the coin is up now while majority of altcoins have dumped. https://coinmarketcap.com/currencies/crypto-com-coin/

Great news for crypto and for NBA, they both win in this contract and it will spread awareness for the NBA fans.

[ChiBitCTy]

AEG (the owner of Staples center) and crypto.com announced a huge deal. The crypto exchange paid more than $700 mln for naming rights for the next 20 years. It means that the legendary home arena of the Lakers and Clippers will be renamed in Crypto.com arena, and the debut of the new logo is scheduled for December 25.

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I think this is of course awesome for the cryptocurrency industry and really helps put the world of crypto on the map.  Of course soccer is the worlds biggest sport, but basketball is certainly second, so this is something that will be show worldwide and should really make an impact.  Unfortunately for many ( I think those mostly from LA ) they are not very happy as the Staples Center was an iconic name.  They will get over it of course.

[wheelz1200]

I think the Nets have a serious depth issue.  Once you get past Harden and Durant the drop-off is significant.  They need kyrie back on this team if they want to compete for a title, and hope these guys can all run long minutes the whole season.  Definately a little exposed when playing great teams.  They will be able to feast with Harden and Durant alone against the lesser teams but you need depth to compete.

[Oasisman]

Have any of you happen to read an article similar to this https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.businessinsider.com/crypto-staples-lakers-clippers-kings-arena-name-exchange-marketing-sports-2021-11%3famp

I guess the LA Lakers will no longer be using the name Staples Center for their stadium. Instead It would be called Crypto.com Center/Arena on the Christmas day.
Wow, this Crypto platform will hit more bigger in the future, and they are actually signed a 20 year naming rights. That's a long term perspective out there!

What do you guys think about it? I personally haven't used Crypto.com once but I guess this Singapore-based company is big.

[el kaka22]

Warriors beating Nets doesn't really entail anything since Nets had only 2 stars and they are not used to playing with each other all that much. They played back in OKC last time, and now they are getting together, we are all seeing how Lakers are filled with veteran superstars and they are still playing horribly, no idea why they are that bad but chemistry is the number one guess for everyone. Plus Nets do not have kyrie and that is a big missing piece for them.

Warriors on the other hand had one game style for the longest time and there is a chance Curry could have another 400+ three pointer season and their record shows 70 wins is not impossible for them, or at least it looks like that for now, but it looks like 60+ is almost guaranteed unless something changes. So when you hear both of these sides, Nets losing to Warriors was expected let alone a surprise.

[Baofeng]

I think the Nets have a serious depth issue.  Once you get past Harden and Durant the drop-off is significant.  They need kyrie back on this team if they want to compete for a title, and hope these guys can all run long minutes the whole season.  Definately a little exposed when playing great teams.  They will be able to feast with Harden and Durant alone against the lesser teams but you need depth to compete.

Well that has been the case since last year, but Durant was able to carry the team in his shoulder.

But this time, it was not meant to be as GSW is ready for him and they throw a slew of defender that he wasn't able to have a good shooting night. So give credit to GSW for winning this one and checking Durant and Harden to some extent.

Forget about Kyrie, we don't know if he is going back and play, he has some personal issues to settle though and it seems that the Nets have settled down already.

[CLS63]

I think the biggest game of the night was Brooklyn Nets - Golden State Warriors. Especially Warriors have been impressing people a lot by their great performance so far. I mean Curry's performance to be more specific. Because he is playing a very big role in the wins the team get. He scores so many points as he is in a great shape this season. And last night, Curry's huge performance helped the team win the game a lot by 117-99. He scored 37 points.

[Questat]

So much respect for Curry from Durant after the Warriors made a statement by dominating the Nets.

I like the sportsmanship from Durant as he showed a friendly competition, besides they are both great players but Curry is just better in that game.

https://sports.yahoo.com/kevin-durant-praises-steph-curry-042651298.html

[Japinat]

And last night, Curry's huge performance helped the team win the game a lot by 117-99. He scored 37 points.

They have no problem winning that game as they literally demolished the Nets. We might not see games like that in the future so we will never forget this battle between the two greats in the NBA and this would be a wake-up call for Durant and his team to think that the Warriors are a real deal this season.

Maybe it's time for Irving to come out and follow the protocol if he wants to help his team because as I've seen in that game, the Nets will not likely have a decent chance of beating the Warriors if both are lucky to be in the Finals.

Let's also read the statement of Nash about the loss.

https://netswire.usatoday.com/lists/brooklyn-nets-quotes-durant-harden-steve-nash-on-loss-vs-warriors/

[magneto]

So much respect for Curry from Durant after the Warriors made a statement by dominating the Nets.

I like the sportsmanship from Durant as he showed a friendly competition, besides they are both great players but Curry is just better in that game.

Yeah, I think that it is clear that the Warriors are going to be the team to beat in the playoffs.

Even with the stacked Nets team if they can't get their stuff together in terms of teamwork, their roster simply isn't going to work.

If the only time they can buy a bucket is if KD or Harden isolates, they are not going to make it deep into the playoffs at all.

[OgNasty]

After Golden State put on a show last night I’m looking forward to some more quality NBA basketball tonight. The Lakers are playing the Bucks on ESPN, so it’ll be one to watch. Looks like still no LeBron after missing 7 games as he is still listed day to day and no update on Nunn’s situation. Should be an easy win for the Bucks, but we’ll see…

[Yogee]

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He has a horrendous shooting night, but we should give credit to the defense of Golden State. They really scout him and the play that Nash has for him, so they are ready to trap him as far as the three point area. So it's either he gave up the ball, or has an unforced error, or shot the ball badly.

So for now, we could say that Steve Kerr has Nash's number, and the GSW really perform very well in this game as it wanting to proved that their lost was just a fluke against the Hornets.

The defensive strategy for both coaches in containing the best player in the opponent's team are not that different but Curry's hand was just too hot shooting from long range. Nets players trying to put a body early but he's also quick to drive or switch. It's really hard to stop someone playing like that.

[timerland]

After Golden State put on a show last night I’m looking forward to some more quality NBA basketball tonight. The Lakers are playing the Bucks on ESPN, so it’ll be one to watch. Looks like still no LeBron after missing 7 games as he is still listed day to day and no update on Nunn’s situation. Should be an easy win for the Bucks, but we’ll see…

The Lakers are a hot mess so I wouldn't bet on them winning. Westbrook is inefficient and everyone else is way past their prime since all the young talent got traded. Not a great look for them.

And last night, Curry's huge performance helped the team win the game a lot by 117-99. He scored 37 points.

They have no problem winning that game as they literally demolished the Nets. We might not see games like that in the future so we will never forget this battle between the two greats in the NBA and this would be a wake-up call for Durant and his team to think that the Warriors are a real deal this season.

Maybe it's time for Irving to come out and follow the protocol if he wants to help his team because as I've seen in that game, the Nets will not likely have a decent chance of beating the Warriors if both are lucky to be in the Finals.

Let's also read the statement of Nash about the loss.

https://netswire.usatoday.com/lists/brooklyn-nets-quotes-durant-harden-steve-nash-on-loss-vs-warriors/

I think that Irving isn't going to come out. He's just fine sitting on the sidelines.

He is an attention seeker and as Stephen A. has said, betrayed KD. KD has been so unlucky ever since he left GS.

[goinmerry]

Have any of you happen to read an article similar to this https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.businessinsider.com/crypto-staples-lakers-clippers-kings-arena-name-exchange-marketing-sports-2021-11%3famp

I guess the LA Lakers will no longer be using the name Staples Center for their stadium. Instead It would be called Crypto.com Center/Arena on the Christmas day.
Wow, this Crypto platform will hit more bigger in the future, and they are actually signed a 20 year naming rights. That's a long term perspective out there!

What do you guys think about it? I personally haven't used Crypto.com once but I guess this Singapore-based company is big.

First, it's Sixers that have a deal with crypto.com and now it's the Staple Center. I don't know what happened but to change the legendary and long-running Staples Center into crypto.com, requires a big stake. Not the first time though as Miami Heat also changed their homecourt name from an iconic name, American Airlines Arena, into FTX - a crypto re

On the other hand, Los Angeles Clippers is now making their own arena which is expected to commence in 2024. They will not share homecourts now with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2024-25 season.