2024 NBA Season

[el kaka22]

I didn't expected Denver to be this dominant and win by 19 points neither, but to be fair they were this good normally, it was a weird thing for them to not have this win earlier. In the end they are at the top, and what they say about Jokic is true, he is the real MVP of this league right now.

Because aside from him and Giannis, everyone else gets together to win a title, Durant got together with Booker (and irving before and Curry before that) or Lebron with AD or Doncic with Irving, basically everyone gets together, whereas Jokic is the sole superstar of his own team, sure he has good teammates but none of them are superstar level like him, dude is a beast.

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[boltz]

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

However , for me , Bucks are still the best and strongest team in the NBA , followed closely by Celtics who are having another phenomenal season that could end with another NBA final.

[Tony116]

So it seems like NBA legend Michael Jordan is finally willing to give up his majority ownership of the Charlotte Hornets. Serious talks are ongoing and I would like to see Jordan let go as the majority owner. The team has been failing to perform and is one of the weakest teams in the NBA for over a decade. Maybe the new majority owner can guide the team to success. Now that most NBA teams are capable of competing in the playoffs, the possible new majority owner should be willing to spend more especially since the team now has potential when healthy. 

Source: Michael Jordan in talks to sell majority ownerhsip stake in Charlotte Hornets, per report

His selling is going to be the best decision right now. Because the team has not been having good performances for a long time. I actually believe if he waits for a long period of time, the performance is not going to be better, actually, the performance is going to get worse over time. So the decision of selling ownership right now is actually good. Just get as much money as you can before the team is worth nothing.

[dwyane36]

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

It's been so long since the Kings were in the playoffs that even it's unusual to see them at the top of the Western Conference standings now. By the way, if the Kings finish the regular season in 2nd place, there is a chance that the Wolves or Mavs could be their opponents in the first round of the playoffs, and the Grizzlies or Warriors could be potential opponents in the second round. My point is that the Kings potentially have a good chance to get to the Conference Finals because they are capable of beating all of those teams.

[gagux123]

The rumors are out and about regarding the Wiggins situation. I hate to be the one to spill it here, but it is rumored that the personal issues Wiggins is going through stem from his wife cheating on him with his best friend over a long period of time and his best friend being the true father of their children. No idea if it is true, but that is what everyone is saying on social media.

wow, I didn't knowthat problem was so relevant...
I would imagine that it wasn't such a worrying thing and that it could affect Wiggins in that way, I hope he gets better soon, I have no doubt that it could really affect him, causing some depression or something similar like that.

It's been so long since the Kings were in the playoffs that even it's unusual to see them at the top of the Western Conference standings now. By the way, if the Kings finish the regular season in 2nd place, there is a chance that the Wolves or Mavs could be their opponents in the first round of the playoffs, and the Grizzlies or Warriors could be potential opponents in the second round. My point is that the Kings potentially have a good chance to get to the Conference Finals because they are capable of beating all of those teams.

I confess that this will be the first time in my life that I will see the Kings participating in the playoffs lol
Just kidding... but I'm happy and at the same time surprised with thisrelevant performance that the Kings are having in this NBA season.
Let's see if they can reach at least the conference finals or even the 22/23 season finals 

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

That's just one game, dude, where he really scored a lot, but you know it's always Curry who is the leader of this team. I wouldn't focus too much on the regular season because the Warriors are going to be a different team in the playoffs. Remember, they are missing their second-best player, which is Wiggins. He can play great defense that will make this team better defensively, so once he comes back, for sure before the playoffs or play-in, they'll be 100% ready.

I hope Wiggins returns soon, we don't know what his condition is at the moment. We heard that he has family and important matters, of course nothing is more important than family. But it's not nice to think that you are in such a bad situation that you can't even post anything.
If he doesn't return until the playoffs start, it will be a tough end of the year for the Golden State Warriors

The rumors are out and about regarding the Wiggins situation. I hate to be the one to spill it here, but it is rumored that the personal issues Wiggins is going through stem from his wife cheating on him with his best friend over a long period of time and his best friend being the true father of their children. No idea if it is true, but that is what everyone is saying on social media.

Ouch, probably this is worst than Tony Parker cheating on Eva Longoria a Hollywood actress, with Erin Barry, wife of also NBA star Brent Barry. And probably that's why the Warriors try to keep this news at bay and doesn't want to divulge it.

Nuggets breaking their losing skid is a good sign for the team and most likely remain as the number 1 seed in the West.

Lakers vs Mavs later, it will be interesting as both are jousting for position.

[rhomelmabini]

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

It will remain a dream unless they're closer on that goal or got the ring they wanted. Stats says higher seed teams are likely has the high chance of succeeding into a championship and I think Kings casn still live up to the expectations.

However , for me , Bucks are still the best and strongest team in the NBA , followed closely by Celtics who are having another phenomenal season that could end with another NBA final.

I think these two team will go head to head again in the ECF this season but my guts tells me that Celtics can beat the Bucks.

[harizen]

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

In fairness though, I'm also impressed with how the Sacramento Kings performed this season, and as I mentioned too way back a few weeks here, almost a sure shot now at this year's playoffs. Their last playoff appearance was way back in the 05-06 season and for sure their home crowd is now excited again to see their home court in the playoffs environment.

However, let's be real here. Season games might be a good reference to somehow analyze what team might have the best shot at the Larry O'Brien trophy but remember that season records are nothing once playoffs commence and every team will start at 0-0.

Referring to the Kings, let's see if they will able to clinch the top spots, and keep that consistency until the end of the season. Let's also see, if the Kings will have the same level of performance once playoffs come, the same way they did during season games.

[Oasisman]

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

However , for me , Bucks are still the best and strongest team in the NBA , followed closely by Celtics who are having another phenomenal season that could end with another NBA final.

Absolutely the best season they have from the last 17 years I say, as the Sacramento Kings last playoffs appearance was in 2006 led by Mike Bibby and Kevin Martin. The 2023 Kings will most probably going to finish with the best record than the 2006. However, there is a huge difference in a regular season and a playoff game. Most inexperienced team that gets to the playoffs are most likely not going to go to the finals. The Sacramento Kings might be one of them, but this is definitely going to be the start of their long journey to get a ring, as long as they will take care of their stars and young talents.

[carlisle1]

So it seems like NBA legend Michael Jordan is finally willing to give up his majority ownership of the Charlotte Hornets. Serious talks are ongoing and I would like to see Jordan let go as the majority owner. The team has been failing to perform and is one of the weakest teams in the NBA for over a decade. Maybe the new majority owner can guide the team to success. Now that most NBA teams are capable of competing in the playoffs, the possible new majority owner should be willing to spend more especially since the team now has potential when healthy. 

Source: Michael Jordan in talks to sell majority ownerhsip stake in Charlotte Hornets, per report

His selling is going to be the best decision right now. Because the team has not been having good performances for a long time. I actually believe if he waits for a long period of time, the performance is not going to be better, actually, the performance is going to get worse over time. So the decision of selling ownership right now is actually good. Just get as much money as you can before the team is worth nothing.

A wise decision indeed, with the current status of the team and the amount of potential value if you'll going to weight it up possible
that you will go to the same direction as what MJ will project it by now.

Selling the majority shares and remain to have a decent amount of investment around the organization will give him huge amount
of money.

A good investment to release out after more than 10 years, a projected more than a billion of dollar that MJ will earn here.

[passwordnow]

So it seems like NBA legend Michael Jordan is finally willing to give up his majority ownership of the Charlotte Hornets. Serious talks are ongoing and I would like to see Jordan let go as the majority owner. The team has been failing to perform and is one of the weakest teams in the NBA for over a decade. Maybe the new majority owner can guide the team to success. Now that most NBA teams are capable of competing in the playoffs, the possible new majority owner should be willing to spend more especially since the team now has potential when healthy. 

Source: Michael Jordan in talks to sell majority ownerhsip stake in Charlotte Hornets, per report

I've seen that news and the value of the Charlotte Hornets are quite high already. But I am sure that there will be wealthy people that are truly interested in taking major ownership of any of the NBA teams. From what I've heard, there's the Saudi prince who wants to acquire an NBA team before but didn't happen. Maybe he's one of the best prospects of taking the leadership of this team and becoming the new majority owner. After this sale, MJ will still be part of the minority for the ownership of this team so, it's just a wise move for him to do it and take profits out of his investment since 2010.

[Baofeng]

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

However , for me , Bucks are still the best and strongest team in the NBA , followed closely by Celtics who are having another phenomenal season that could end with another NBA final.

Absolutely the best season they have from the last 17 years I say, as the Sacramento Kings last playoffs appearance was in 2006 led by Mike Bibby and Kevin Martin. The 2023 Kings will most probably going to finish with the best record than the 2006. However, there is a huge difference in a regular season and a playoff game. Most inexperienced team that gets to the playoffs are most likely not going to go to the finals. The Sacramento Kings might be one of them, but this is definitely going to be the start of their long journey to get a ring, as long as they will take care of their stars and young talents.

And that might be the thing that's going to hold against them, they don't have the experience in the playoff. So we will see which team they are going to face in the first round. It's going to be a a series obviously, so it's very different from regular games. And we also seen multiple upsets in playoffs. We don't want them to be the new Utah Jazz, very good at regular season and then because of their lack of experienced, they easily lost in a playoff series.

And if we talk about the MVP race, Kia MVP Ladder: Joel Embiid overtakes Nikola Jokic for No. 1 spot.

1. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets
3. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
4. Jayson Tatum, Boston Celtics
5. Luka Doncic, Dallas Mavericks

[LogitechMouse]

The rumors are out and about regarding the Wiggins situation. I hate to be the one to spill it here, but it is rumored that the personal issues Wiggins is going through stem from his wife cheating on him with his best friend over a long period of time and his best friend being the true father of their children. No idea if it is true, but that is what everyone is saying on social media.

Well, a rumor will still be a rumor until there's no official announcement, but if this is the truth then... Man that hurts... a lot for sure.
I mean cheating alone while being married is already heart-breaking, but to cheat with your bestfriend? If that's the case then I guess it's better for Wiggins not to play in the NBA at least for now because he will just be distracted by this "rumor", and that might affect the whole team.

At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.   

It's the first time that the Kings got a winning season since 2005-2006. That's a good achievement for the team already.
As for winning the West, I don't think so. Yes they have a very good coach in Mike Brown whose been an assistant coach for the Warriors when they won a title, but we know how experience matters especially in the playoffs. Congratulations to the Kings on clinching the playoffs (for sure they will), but most teams want to face them in the first round because they're inexperienced.

And if we talk about the MVP race, Kia MVP Ladder: Joel Embiid overtakes Nikola Jokic for No. 1 spot.

1. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets

Well, that 4 game losing streak by the Nuggets really affected Jokic's MVP race.
On the other hand, Embiid deserves it as well as he is performing very well in their last games. It will be a close duel between these 2 Centers on who will be the MVP now that we only have few games left on the regular season. I'd want to see Jokic making history though as the 4th NBA player in history to have 3 consecutive MVP titles.

[goinmerry]

Well, that 4 game losing streak by the Nuggets really affected Jokic's MVP race.
On the other hand, Embiid deserves it as well as he is performing very well in their last games. It will be a close duel between these 2 Centers on who will be the MVP now that we only have few games left on the regular season. I'd want to see Jokic making history though as the 4th NBA player in history to have 3 consecutive MVP titles.

Actually, regardless if the Nuggets are losing, if Nikola Jokic was able to maintain his stats, he will continue to clinch the weekly top.

But let's take a look at the fact that Joel Embiid is showing top of the line stats every game. Not just in offense but Embiid is also showing consistency in providing good defense. That consistency help him push his way up on the MVP ladder rankings and put Jokic on a brink of a possible failed attempt in getting his 3rd consecutive MVP award.

I'm more looking forward that the season MVP award will now finally being achieved by Joel Embiid this time. It's been several years since the "Trust the Process" commenced and he never failed to become the only consistent Sixers player to show good performance every season.

[OgNasty]

Injuries are really taking a toll one the NBA as we get closer to the end of the season. I should be getting excited about the Los Angeles Lakers playing the Dallas Mavericks tonight, but I’m not sure if any of the superstars are going to be on the floor. Luka maybe will put on a show but I would’ve loved to have seen Kyrie and LeBron face off again on their latest teams.

[danherbias07]

Coach Mike Brown will definitely win this 2022-2023 Coach of the Year Award.
There's no doubt what he did for the Sacramento Kings was pivotal as they are now the top 2 in the West. The Kings are also one of the top offensive teams in the league. Their defense may not be the best but in terms of offense, they can definitely answer back and forth with high accuracy against another offensive team.
Joe Mazulla is next to him and then Mike Malone.

So it seems like NBA legend Michael Jordan is finally willing to give up his majority ownership of the Charlotte Hornets. Serious talks are ongoing and I would like to see Jordan let go as the majority owner. The team has been failing to perform and is one of the weakest teams in the NBA for over a decade. Maybe the new majority owner can guide the team to success. Now that most NBA teams are capable of competing in the playoffs, the possible new majority owner should be willing to spend more especially since the team now has potential when healthy. 

Source: Michael Jordan in talks to sell majority ownerhsip stake in Charlotte Hornets, per report

Yeah. MJ should just rest and play golf. This may not be his forte as he and the Hornets' management made a lot of wrong decisions in letting go of players that are now better. Perhaps someone better could take over and make this team better. Their record will not lie. 2 playoff appearances in the last 12 seasons. Both lost in the first round.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

Injuries are really taking a toll one the NBA as we get closer to the end of the season. I should be getting excited about the Los Angeles Lakers playing the Dallas Mavericks tonight, but I’m not sure if any of the superstars are going to be on the floor. Luka maybe will put on a show but I would’ve loved to have seen Kyrie and LeBron face off again on their latest teams.

What a beauty this ending was.

Our guy Maxi Kleber with 3 clutch free throws 15sec before the end to make it a 1 point game and then after a Lakers turnover Maxi's first NBA game winner buzzer 3 pointer.

He is a force on the defensive end but his shooting from 3 is  definitely worth mentioning as well.

Thanks AD for the "great" foul on Maxi shooting a 3, amazing.

GO MAVS.

[livingfree]

Yeah. MJ should just rest and play golf. This may not be his forte as he and the Hornets' management made a lot of wrong decisions in letting go of players that are now better. Perhaps someone better could take over and make this team better. Their record will not lie. 2 playoff appearances in the last 12 seasons. Both lost in the first round.

That's what I think, he's a goat and he could apply easily all of his experience to the team and aspiring and rising superstars. But I guess, it's easier to talk than to apply it. There's really a change that should happen as soon as possible and they should just expect nothing on this season.

While this selling off is already on the news, I guess there have been inquiries already to MJ about the possible acquisition of any one that he's gonna choose that shown interest of taking over.

Once this acquisition is being done, I just hope that teams like Hornets and the others that have been underperforming, they get better on the next seasons.

[xzone]

The Atlanta Hawks also beat the Golden State Warriors. Trae Young recorded 25 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists, a pretty good performance. Trae has a lot of work that the team scored.
Curry again scored over 30 points. They continued to fight until the last quarter, but after stealing the ball from Curry at the last minute, we can say that the game is over. It was actually a close enough match to end with a buzzer beater

[Dave1]

The Atlanta Hawks also beat the Golden State Warriors. Trae Young recorded 25 points, 6 rebounds and 12 assists, a pretty good performance. Trae has a lot of work that the team scored.
Curry again scored over 30 points. They continued to fight until the last quarter, but after stealing the ball from Curry at the last minute, we can say that the game is over. It was actually a close enough match to end with a buzzer beater

What brought them down though is the poor shooting of the Warriors specially in the last couple of minutes.

They should be clutch, but Curry, Donte and Klay missed very important shots in that span that could have tie the score and maybe gain the momentum. Interesting that Poole was bench by Steve Kerr and decided to go with Moody in that last 2 minutes of the game.