2024 NBA Season

[mirakal]

LA Lakers escaped from another loss, good thing they have Ryan who forced an OT and the Lakers then too over in the OT. 2 wins in a row, now bad, but hopefully they'll be more consistent and dominant so we will not feel nervous while watching the game.

Westbrook now is playing limited minutes but he had some good contribution, I think that's good for the team.

Westbrook is completely different now coming from the bench unlike when he's a part of the starting five, he can now understand the situation more and what is needed to do because he can observe in the sidelines. That is why he can now give good contributions for the team when he will be given some minutes. It's like the game has been decided on the first quarter.

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[Vaculin]

LA Lakers escaped from another loss, good thing they have Ryan who forced an OT and the Lakers then too over in the OT. 2 wins in a row, now bad, but hopefully they'll be more consistent and dominant so we will not feel nervous while watching the game.

Westbrook now is playing limited minutes but he had some good contribution, I think that's good for the team.

I wish I could’ve watched the game. The highlights made it seem like it was a fun one to see. Zion and LeBron had a moment afterwards where LeBron seemed to be paying respects to Zion. The Lakers won mostly because of a hell of a game from Lonnie Walker IV. He was 5-9 from three point range and that’s exactly what the Lakers need to win games.

I agree, they need a 3 point shooter to win, good to see that someone has really excel in that game to do the job. They traded their 3 good 3 point shooters in the past, now they are struggling, hopefully we will see some consistency Lonnie Walker IV and that he'll contribute to contribute big time for the Lakers.

We will likely see it soon because so far, this is the only game I see that they gave a lot of minutes for their bench players and coach Darvin Ham succeeds again because of that play. I'm looking forward that the Lakers will continue to play like these and not just focusing too much on their stars because the 2nd squad have some skills too. They just need a lot more exposures to polish their forms.

[dwyane36]

Well, they seem got a hold of it because they manage to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans earlier today. It was a crazy game but it's undeniable that the Lakers is quite different now and Westbrook already got used to his role as he keeps on laying the table for his teammate to score. Pelicans was shocked as the gaps of their score becomes wider as the first half finished, they managed to chase the Lakers in the 2nd half but Lakers was so determined to put a win today.

While he is getting used to his new role, the Lakers are gaining momentum to make straight wins but the real test will be in their next game vs the Utah Jazz where undeniably one of the best in the west. But the Lakers will gonna do their best and will try everything they can to keep winning every single game from now on. So it's better to assume that they will gonna fight for it and let's just hope no injuries will haunt them sooner since they are now obviously making difference from their last games.

Maybe it's just a coincidence or not, but the Lakers have really started to play better since Ham decided to use Westbrook as the sixth player. Honestly, I didn't expect the Lakers could handle both the Nuggets and the Pelicans. However, if they were able to beat those two teams, they should be able to beat the Jazz as well. So it will be interesting to watch how the Lakers perform in the next game.

[Pamadar]

Exactly, it might not be a big deal for the other people because they are not the ones who are playing for the franchise but for them, it is as they needed a boost as well, just like what you've said. Now that they got what they wanted, let's see if that boost restored their morale and is already enough to beat the NOP next game. Darvin Ham might've got an idea because of that win they've got.

Any win for LA Lakers right now is a cause for celebration. With how bad they started this season and how disarrayed their roster is, they should be happy they have won against Nuggets. Maybe it was pure luck or they have finally found something that clicks in their roster, we will know that in the next few games if they continue winning. And we need a tougher team than NOP to prove that they have found their formula for winning. Maybe a win against Bucks or Celtics will cement that.

Well, they seem got a hold of it because they manage to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans earlier today. It was a crazy game but it's undeniable that the Lakers is quite different now and Westbrook already got used to his role as he keeps on laying the table for his teammate to score. Pelicans was shocked as the gaps of their score becomes wider as the first half finished, they managed to chase the Lakers in the 2nd half but Lakers was so determined to put a win today.

I was under the impression that Lakers already blow it when Pelicans managed to rally back and claimed the lead before
that 3 points to force the game into overtime.

Good thing that even NOP manage to turn things to their favor Lakers didn't give up.
They tied the game and win it in front of the crowd during the overtime. 2 straight and
again silence the haters.

[RealMalatesta]

Well, they seem got a hold of it because they manage to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans earlier today. It was a crazy game but it's undeniable that the Lakers is quite different now and Westbrook already got used to his role as he keeps on laying the table for his teammate to score. Pelicans was shocked as the gaps of their score becomes wider as the first half finished, they managed to chase the Lakers in the 2nd half but Lakers was so determined to put a win today.

While he is getting used to his new role, the Lakers are gaining momentum to make straight wins but the real test will be in their next game vs the Utah Jazz where undeniably one of the best in the west. But the Lakers will gonna do their best and will try everything they can to keep winning every single game from now on. So it's better to assume that they will gonna fight for it and let's just hope no injuries will haunt them sooner since they are now obviously making difference from their last games.

I get that they won 2 in a row but not like they really looked that great. If you ask me, they did not looked that great and I believe that we should wait a few more games. This is the team that lost 5 in a row at the start, just because they won 2 in a row doesn't suddenly make them "oh they figured out it" type of situation. The best thing to do about Lakers is to wager against them for the time being, would make a lot more sense.

I get that they have Lebron and people trust him a lot but he is old enough that he doesn't realy have any say in the way they are losing, it was like that on his first year, and it was like that last year as well, and will probably like that this year too.

[wheelz1200]

The Cleveland Cavaliers vs Boston Celtics game turned out to be a great one. The Cleveland Cavs won it in overtime and fought hard the entire time. Garland and Mitchell are scoring machines and Jarrett Allen is a force down low. I think this Cleveland team might be for real. Crazy because I thought they were going to tank this season but instead they might be a high seed in the postseason. 

Knicks might have messed up the Donovan Mitchell trade.  Dude is absolutely feasting on the cavs.  Time will tell but he is a bonfire star after watching him play a bunch already this year.  Knicks don't have anyone that can score at will like he can.  Gonna be rough watching him and dejonte Murray slaughter the east when the Knicks didn't move to get either.

[Baofeng]

Well, they seem got a hold of it because they manage to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans earlier today. It was a crazy game but it's undeniable that the Lakers is quite different now and Westbrook already got used to his role as he keeps on laying the table for his teammate to score. Pelicans was shocked as the gaps of their score becomes wider as the first half finished, they managed to chase the Lakers in the 2nd half but Lakers was so determined to put a win today.

While he is getting used to his new role, the Lakers are gaining momentum to make straight wins but the real test will be in their next game vs the Utah Jazz where undeniably one of the best in the west. But the Lakers will gonna do their best and will try everything they can to keep winning every single game from now on. So it's better to assume that they will gonna fight for it and let's just hope no injuries will haunt them sooner since they are now obviously making difference from their last games.

Yes, another acid test for them against the Jazz, when we thought that Utah will be tanking this season, it seems though that the remaining players like Clarkson wanted to show and proved that they can be a good team despite losing Mitchell and Gobert.

So another tough match for the Lakers and it will be interesting game to watch. We don't know how many games that they can pull something like what they did against New Orleans.

I guess it's time for the Warriors to get on a winning form tonight against a Orlando.

[dwyane36]

The Nets drama continues. This time the Nets management released a statement regarding the Irving situation, and it looks like they are pretty mad at him since they mentioned that he is currently unfit to be associated with the Brooklyn Nets. In other words, they have decided to suspend him for at least 5 games without pay. Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if Irving missed a lot more than 5 games because of this situation.

[jakelyson]

Well, they seem got a hold of it because they manage to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans earlier today. It was a crazy game but it's undeniable that the Lakers is quite different now and Westbrook already got used to his role as he keeps on laying the table for his teammate to score. Pelicans was shocked as the gaps of their score becomes wider as the first half finished, they managed to chase the Lakers in the 2nd half but Lakers was so determined to put a win today.

While he is getting used to his new role, the Lakers are gaining momentum to make straight wins but the real test will be in their next game vs the Utah Jazz where undeniably one of the best in the west. But the Lakers will gonna do their best and will try everything they can to keep winning every single game from now on. So it's better to assume that they will gonna fight for it and let's just hope no injuries will haunt them sooner since they are now obviously making difference from their last games.

If they can beat Zion, CJ, and the Pelicans I think they have a higher chance of beating a rebuilding team without superstars in their team. The advantage of Jazz is they are unpredictable, and they are young and hungry. I am thinking Lebron, AD, and Westbrook would be able to handle them with the help of the young players of the Lakers. It would be a good match even though Lakers and Jazz are far apart in the standing. Now that Lakers are finding their groove, they can give the Jazz a good game.

The Nets drama continues. This time the Nets management released a statement regarding the Irving situation, and it looks like they are pretty mad at him since they mentioned that he is currently unfit to be associated with the Brooklyn Nets. In other words, they have decided to suspend him for at least 5 games without pay. Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if Irving missed a lot more than 5 games because of this situation.

They are on a losing streak, and they suspend one of their stars. Another long losing streak again for this team. They are lined up against Wizards, HOrnets, Mavs, Knicks, and Clippers. I do not think they can beat any of these team without Kyrie.

[Reid]

The Nets drama continues. This time the Nets management released a statement regarding the Irving situation, and it looks like they are pretty mad at him since they mentioned that he is currently unfit to be associated with the Brooklyn Nets. In other words, they have decided to suspend him for at least 5 games without pay. Honestly, I wouldn't be surprised if Irving missed a lot more than 5 games because of this situation.

Then, an apology. Whatever is happening to his brain, it's difficult to understand. He keeps on making theories after theories, Covid, Jews, his own coach, flat earth, NBA, and more. He might as well become a scientist. I will call him Uncle Sci.  
There's no wrong about having these ideas IMO, but there are times you just have to be silent about it and don't go public about telling people about how you feel or what your theory is. He is a public figure now, and a lot of kids are watching and looking up to him.

Brooklyn Nets without him, who knows, it might be for good. If they win games while he is suspended, then the Nets might've fired the wrong guy.

[OgNasty]

I can’t believe the Orlando Magic beat the Golden State Warriors. Looking at the box score it doesn’t even make sense. The big difference of the night seems to be the free throws. The Warriors shot 10/15 from the free throw line while the Magic shot 33/46. I didn’t watch the game but it certainly seems like the referees were a little bit lopsided on this one.

[YuginKadoya]

Here is the result for today's game it was an upsetting close game lost for the Golden State Warriors,

Orlando Magic VS Golden State Warriors SCORE 130 - 129 - LOST

Now that Klay Thompson is firing up, I really thought that they will surely win this one, but it was an upset, they were in the lead in the 1st half but the Magic just immediately crash that and have a great spread over the Golden State Warriors, it was a clear defeat with just 1 points difference, Klay Thompson has 27 points, and 39 points for Curry, it was a great spread for the Warriors as well but Jalen Suggs and Paolo Banchero just got their great play on the 2nd half, while the Warriors defense was just got out of the window, I feel like the Warriors have gotten softy on the 2nd half when they got a huge lead over the Orlando Magic, which is not a great thing for them,

Oklahoma City Thunder VS Denver Nuggets SCORE 110 - 122 - WIN

Now the Denver Nuggets don't fail me that they will definitely win this, even though Josh Giddey got 16 points, Luguentz Dort has 19 points, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander got 37 points, it was not enough Nikola Jokic's triple-double of 13 rebounds, 14 assists, and 15 points, Jamal Murray's 24 points and Aaron Gordon's 27 points, winning this game,

[LogitechMouse]

Here are my picks for tomorrow's game,

Orlando Magic VS Golden State Warriors

The stake odds for this game are 4.30 for the Magic and 1.24 for the Warriors, like I have said in my post I am sure a Warrior fan, so I can't really help it sometimes if the Warriors are playing a game, even though in the recent games they are losing to teams that they surely have an advantage and they are in the peak of the odds, I couldn't let me wonder if they are still credible to win the champion, but all doubts aside I am still believing it, for me the Golden State Warriors will surely win this, No doubt,

Looks like I'm not the only one who expect Warriors to win this game.
After leading double digits, they lost by only a point to a team who is also struggling and has a losing streak that has snapped because of this win. Now the Warriors are in a 4-game losing streak and currently at the bottom position.

What could be the possible problem with the Warriors? For me, I think they are experimenting with their younger players. I mean they are developing those young players by giving them more minutes and they will see if it will be beneficial for the team to keep them or to just trade them. I don't know any more reason, but anybody can share their opinions as to why the Warriors started like this.

Overall, I will still pick the Warriors as the team to beat this season and they have a chance to go back-to-back because their core players are still there, and they've added more shooters in Poole and Wiggins. Maybe their defense went down because of GPII being traded but still they are the one of the best teams offensively and we might see it at the mid part till the end of the season and in the playoffs.

[Cryptmuster]

Well, they seem got a hold of it because they manage to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans earlier today. It was a crazy game but it's undeniable that the Lakers is quite different now and Westbrook already got used to his role as he keeps on laying the table for his teammate to score. Pelicans was shocked as the gaps of their score becomes wider as the first half finished, they managed to chase the Lakers in the 2nd half but Lakers was so determined to put a win today.

The Lakers were on the verge of defeat and Matt Ryan saved the team from another defeat, it was cool. The match was difficult, at first it seemed (especially in the second quarter) that Laker would win confidently, but then New Orleans began to regain their positions. If Dyson Daniels had hit even one shot, then Laker would have had no chance, but he missed twice.

[TravelMug]

Here are my picks for tomorrow's game,

Orlando Magic VS Golden State Warriors

The stake odds for this game are 4.30 for the Magic and 1.24 for the Warriors, like I have said in my post I am sure a Warrior fan, so I can't really help it sometimes if the Warriors are playing a game, even though in the recent games they are losing to teams that they surely have an advantage and they are in the peak of the odds, I couldn't let me wonder if they are still credible to win the champion, but all doubts aside I am still believing it, for me the Golden State Warriors will surely win this, No doubt,

Looks like I'm not the only one who expect Warriors to win this game.
After leading double digits, they lost by only a point to a team who is also struggling and has a losing streak that has snapped because of this win. Now the Warriors are in a 4-game losing streak and currently at the bottom position.

What could be the possible problem with the Warriors? For me, I think they are experimenting with their younger players. I mean they are developing those young players by giving them more minutes and they will see if it will be beneficial for the team to keep them or to just trade them. I don't know any more reason, but anybody can share their opinions as to why the Warriors started like this.

Overall, I will still pick the Warriors as the team to beat this season and they have a chance to go back-to-back because their core players are still there, and they've added more shooters in Poole and Wiggins. Maybe their defense went down because of GPII being traded but still they are the one of the best teams offensively and we might see it at the mid part till the end of the season and in the playoffs.

And they lost again to the Magic, and it's a hard lost because they have a chance to win in the end, but Klay missed that shot. And despite the effort of Curry to carry the team, they again fell short. They belt a huge lead but the Magic keeps coming back. And then in the 4th, when I thought that everything is lost already, they comeback, tie and even take the lead in the closing minutes.

I agree that their defense has gone down a lot since their second stringers like Gary Payton are no longer there. I think this is their worst start since the Curry lead era.

[inthelongrun]

I can’t believe the Orlando Magic beat the Golden State Warriors. Looking at the box score it doesn’t even make sense. The big difference of the night seems to be the free throws. The Warriors shot 10/15 from the free throw line while the Magic shot 33/46. I didn’t watch the game but it certainly seems like the referees were a little bit lopsided on this one.

Even if it was a close defeat, they were supposed to win in a not-close fashion. The Golden State Warriors need a wake-up call. This is their first straight road game of the season and they went 0-4. I expect them to lose again tomorrow against the New Orleans Pelicans which will be their last of the 5 straight road games.

I actually have my bet on the Pelicans already. Although it is only an ML bet, I need to stay safe nowadays after a string of losing streaks. This young NBA season is also too unpredictable with only the Bucks and Suns doing well. 

[danherbias07]

I can’t believe the Orlando Magic beat the Golden State Warriors. Looking at the box score it doesn’t even make sense. The big difference of the night seems to be the free throws. The Warriors shot 10/15 from the free throw line while the Magic shot 33/46. I didn’t watch the game but it certainly seems like the referees were a little bit lopsided on this one.

Even if it was a close defeat, they were supposed to win in a not-close fashion. The Golden State Warriors need a wake-up call. This is their first straight road game of the season and they went 0-4. I expect them to lose again tomorrow against the New Orleans Pelicans which will be their last of the 5 straight road games.

I actually have my bet on the Pelicans already. Although it is only an ML bet, I need to stay safe nowadays after a string of losing streaks. This young NBA season is also too unpredictable with only the Bucks and Suns doing well. 

I didn't realize it was 4 road games. Thank you.
Maybe they could focus again once they go back home receiving support from their fans and yes Pelicans might snatch this one.
Brandon Ingram is probable to play, it will be a big push for the Pelicans if he could play on this one.
My only worry about the Pelicans is how they are comfortable whenever they have the lead, just like what happened when they are against the Lakers.
It could've been a win for them but they failed to protect it.
They are the favorites, so I guess a back-to-back East to West will be exhausting for the Warriors.

[carlisle1]

Here are my picks for tomorrow's game,

Orlando Magic VS Golden State Warriors

The stake odds for this game are 4.30 for the Magic and 1.24 for the Warriors, like I have said in my post I am sure a Warrior fan, so I can't really help it sometimes if the Warriors are playing a game, even though in the recent games they are losing to teams that they surely have an advantage and they are in the peak of the odds, I couldn't let me wonder if they are still credible to win the champion, but all doubts aside I am still believing it, for me the Golden State Warriors will surely win this, No doubt,

Looks like I'm not the only one who expect Warriors to win this game.
After leading double digits, they lost by only a point to a team who is also struggling and has a losing streak that has snapped because of this win. Now the Warriors are in a 4-game losing streak and currently at the bottom position.

What could be the possible problem with the Warriors? For me, I think they are experimenting with their younger players. I mean they are developing those young players by giving them more minutes and they will see if it will be beneficial for the team to keep them or to just trade them. I don't know any more reason, but anybody can share their opinions as to why the Warriors started like this.

Overall, I will still pick the Warriors as the team to beat this season and they have a chance to go back-to-back because their core players are still there, and they've added more shooters in Poole and Wiggins. Maybe their defense went down because of GPII being traded but still they are the one of the best teams offensively and we might see it at the mid part till the end of the season and in the playoffs.

And they lost again to the Magic, and it's a hard lost because they have a chance to win in the end, but Klay missed that shot. And despite the effort of Curry to carry the team, they again fell short. They belt a huge lead but the Magic keeps coming back. And then in the 4th, when I thought that everything is lost already, they comeback, tie and even take the lead in the closing minutes.

I agree that their defense has gone down a lot since their second stringers like Gary Payton are no longer there. I think this is their worst start since the Curry lead era.

Magic surprisingly comes back and snatches this game away from GSW. I was thinking that it was a blowout when GSW established
that huge lead after the first half.

But, the really starts when 2nd half starts, it was the Magic patience and determination that keeps them alive and really steps up
to even the game in the last few minutes of the game.

Bad loss for the Warriors. They need to talk this one out and review why they keep losing a huge lead during the last minutes
defense needs to be adjust base from how I assess the system.

[kro55]

Looks like I'm not the only one who expect Warriors to win this game.
After leading double digits, they lost by only a point to a team who is also struggling and has a losing streak that has snapped because of this win. Now the Warriors are in a 4-game losing streak and currently at the bottom position.
What could be the possible problem with the Warriors? For me, I think they are experimenting with their younger players. I mean they are developing those young players by giving them more minutes and they will see if it will be beneficial for the team to keep them or to just trade them. I don't know any more reason, but anybody can share their opinions as to why the Warriors started like this.
Overall, I will still pick the Warriors as the team to beat this season and they have a chance to go back-to-back because their core players are still there, and they've added more shooters in Poole and Wiggins. Maybe their defense went down because of GPII being traded but still they are the one of the best teams offensively and we might see it at the mid part till the end of the season and in the playoffs.

And they lost again to the Magic, and it's a hard lost because they have a chance to win in the end, but Klay missed that shot. And despite the effort of Curry to carry the team, they again fell short. They belt a huge lead but the Magic keeps coming back. And then in the 4th, when I thought that everything is lost already, they comeback, tie and even take the lead in the closing minutes.
I agree that their defense has gone down a lot since their second stringers like Gary Payton are no longer there. I think this is their worst start since the Curry lead era.

Magic surprisingly comes back and snatches this game away from GSW. I was thinking that it was a blowout when GSW established
that huge lead after the first half.
But, the really starts when 2nd half starts, it was the Magic patience and determination that keeps them alive and really steps up
to even the game in the last few minutes of the game.
Bad loss for the Warriors. They need to talk this one out and review why they keep losing a huge lead during the last minutes
defense needs to be adjust base from how I assess the system.

This was a very exciting match and a very close match as well. I really thought the Golden State Warriors should have done better as a team because I only saw Stephen Curry playing excellently on this team. He basically carried the whole game for the Warriors. I don’t think the other players actually contributed anything close to what Stephen Curry did.

But on the other hand, the Orlando Magic had a good game overall because almost everyone contributed to the team. It was not a single-man show and that is a big reason why they were able to win this match.

Stephen Curry actually almost got it for his team, but if someone else just helped him a little more, I think the result could have turned the other way.

[yazher]

But, the really starts when 2nd half starts, it was the Magic patience and determination that keeps them alive and really steps up
to even the game in the last few minutes of the game.

I really like how the Orlando Magic played them last night ang they don't seem to care that their opponent are the depending champion. They managed to execute great play throughout the last minutes and they won the game. GSW was also doing good and they were sinking threes as well but it's not enough since it was the Magic night.