2024 NBA Season

[danherbias07]

Anyway, Splash Brothers only has a combined FG of 17/56, and only has 46 points. That's too bad knowing how good at them especially from threes where they only shot a combined 7/30. Well, it is what it is. Nuggets got their first win without Jokic. With how close the standings now in the West, I think I'll agree with you that there might be a tiebreaker in the 5th to 8th seed, but still it will depend on the outcome of their remaining games.

Yes, we still have to wait on the results of the remaining games. 3-4 games left for the teams and when it comes to schedules on who has the most difficult path to take, it might be the New Orleans Pelicans.
Kings, Grizzlies, Knicks, and Timberwolves. 3 strong teams that are sure to make the playoffs, and their reserves are not to be underestimated if ever they rest their stars. The other team Timberwolves is looking for more wins to be able to keep their play-in spot or if they get lucky, win the safe spot in the playoffs because of a tiebreaker. No rest for them. Ingram and McCollum will be working their ass and I would not miss those games.

3 games left for the Mavericks. Should we expect them to be in the play-in or not? Thunder is just 1 win away from them, they could steal that spot if they ever win the remaining games and the Thunder loses 2. Maybe against the Warriors and the Jazz. Expect more intense games to happen.

[RealMalatesta]

Slowly the discussion will come up if Kyrie is actually a winner.

Before lebron returned to the Cavs they were really bad ( obviously without Kyrie they wouldn’t have won that chip though), in Boston he didn’t win anything, we all know what happened in Brooklyn also.

No doubt he is super talented but it seems that’s not enough.

Teams pay him a lot or trade previous assets for him just to get disappointed, this rental ( I doubt he will sign with the Mavs) was one of the worst deals for them in this era. Front office panicked to get Luka a co star and it totally failed .

They throw too much to get Kyrie and they left their defense wide open. No one is left in the Mavs to do the defense for them. They are now mostly offensive teams and we know in NBA that defense is very important and mostly, a defensive team has a better chance of winning than a mostly offensive team.

I think it is not about just Kyrie or not, Luka is mad that it has been a few years and not a single good player has been traded or signed. I mean that's normal, it has been a few years and we have seen a ton of teams make a ton of huge moves, get great players, release great players, and have a ton of trades while Mavs basically watched it all happening.

They got a few role players here and there that's true, like build the championship teams sidekicks that's right, but they needed 2 great players to make sure they can fight for a title and they didn't do it at all. I believe that we should be focusing the blame on Mark Cuban here a bit and not on Luka.

[wheelz1200]

I love the New York Knicks somehow finding a way to steal a win against the strong Cavaliers in their home and without Julius Randle.
Jalen Brunson, 48 monster points! Is he really that small? Who else can score that much at 6'1?!

He's a beast, a low-key beast and I'm sure that is being recognized by most. I can't get over that match because I thought that the first-half shooting machine of Mitchell was already on momentum but then Brunson shows how to beat it.

The knicks are sneaky becoming a team no one wants to see in the playoffs.  They are one of the best road teams and are tough to beat back to back.  They are gritty and withstood a cavs first quarter of 47 points.  No Randle no problem.

And I'm gonna say this someone tell me I'm wrong.  Brunson was the best steal in free agency in the last 10 years.

Dallas declined extending him 4 years for $55mil mid season last year 😂

And there's this now rumor made by how good Knicks are this season and that's to acquire Luka on them. Well, I don't think that it will ever happen and I do agree that Knicks did the right thing by acquiring Brunson.
No one wouldn't want to face them in the playoffs because of how good they are and they are not overrated while we're saying this. It's just common that they're noticeably good and that's why.

As much as I'd like Luka on the Knicks that isn't happening anytime soon.  Why would Dallas give up a generational player for some pieces back and draft picks which are unknowns.  Them trading for kyrie shows they are trying to build around Luka. No once he hits free agency that would be amazing if knicks had the cap space at that position but that's not until 2027.  Luka isn't going anywhere.

[carlisle1]

I wish they have won the game against the Denver Nuggets but it was really a close game, the Warriors are getting into it at the start of the game until the 2nd half and Nikola Jokić doesn't play the game but still, but they Warriors lost a close game, with the Nuggets certainly the Denver Nuggets is not all about Nikola Jokić, while the Poole Party doesn't really stand a chance on the Nuggets defense,

No Jokic for the Nuggets against the Warriors in their home court, but the Warriors can take advantage of that as they are down in the last 4 minutes of game. It was a close game until the break out run by the Nuggets to outscored the Warriors in the 4th quarter.

the Golden State Warriors need to make efforts in also win an away game but yeah, they just have a hard time doing it but the game against  the Nugget is what you call a handicap for them but yeah they still lost but if they can still manage to maintain their position I think they can still make it up the play-offs,

But there are few remaining games and they are 1 game ahead of lakers so imagine what will happen to them if they lose on their next game and lakers win? Provably they will drop into play in and lakers can get their spot to playoffs. To crazy things that can possibly happen and this is what makes this series more exciting because there are to many events to speculate. They also need to fix their problem on their road games since it seems that they have curse and they are continue losing on their road games.

Yeah, it's exciting to see if how the standing will change up after the regular season, those who are below top 5 are still
fighting for the position to retain the assurance for playoff birth.

Anything can happen with those remaining games and with how teams will try to fight and win all the games as possible.

I'm positive that GSW will do all the best that they can to maintain the top 6 and secure a spot for the next round.

[Japinat]

I wish they have won the game against the Denver Nuggets but it was really a close game, the Warriors are getting into it at the start of the game until the 2nd half and Nikola Jokić doesn't play the game but still, but they Warriors lost a close game, with the Nuggets certainly the Denver Nuggets is not all about Nikola Jokić, while the Poole Party doesn't really stand a chance on the Nuggets defense,

No Jokic for the Nuggets against the Warriors in their home court, but the Warriors can take advantage of that as they are down in the last 4 minutes of game. It was a close game until the break out run by the Nuggets to outscored the Warriors in the 4th quarter.

the Golden State Warriors need to make efforts in also win an away game but yeah, they just have a hard time doing it but the game against  the Nugget is what you call a handicap for them but yeah they still lost but if they can still manage to maintain their position I think they can still make it up the play-offs,

But there are few remaining games and they are 1 game ahead of lakers so imagine what will happen to them if they lose on their next game and lakers win? Provably they will drop into play in and lakers can get their spot to playoffs. To crazy things that can possibly happen and this is what makes this series more exciting because there are to many events to speculate. They also need to fix their problem on their road games since it seems that they have curse and they are continue losing on their road games.

The exciting game to watch is the battle of two LA teams, both of them will meet in their own homecourt having the same advantage as both of them already know every corner of the court. And we can also see Westbrook performance while facing his former team for the first time since he was traded from the Lakers towards the Clippers. I can't help but get interested already.

And the Warriors also got their own game on the same day against the Thunder, which is quite unbelievable if they will get themselves beaten again especially because it will happen at Chase Center where Warriors are on their full strength. If ever both Warriors and Clippers will be defeated, the Lakers will be on the #5 seed which is a playoff spot and definitely that is their goal.

[blockman]

As much as I'd like Luka on the Knicks that isn't happening anytime soon.  Why would Dallas give up a generational player for some pieces back and draft picks which are unknowns.  Them trading for kyrie shows they are trying to build around Luka. No once he hits free agency that would be amazing if knicks had the cap space at that position but that's not until 2027.  Luka isn't going anywhere.

Yeah, it's like he's the new generation of Nowitzki and I doubt that Mark Cuban will just allow that to happen when it's like he's already the banner of their team.

We already knew that Davis is capable of giving his team these kind of numbers. It's just that most of us forget that he is doing it because in our my mind, what we often thinks about him is his injuries. He's the main guy back when he is on the Pelicans and carried his team to the 8th seeded a few years ago, but got swept in the first round.

He got 40 points while Lebron got a triple double. It's good that Lebron isn't focusing that much on scoring anymore because he doesn't need to TBH. He has reliable team members who can step up when needed. Players like Reaves, Russell, and even Schroeder, Beasley, and Hachimura can step up offensively especially Rui on this game where he got a double-double 20 points and 12 rebounds.

He's one of the main guys on the team and it just became delayed when he's getting injuries in the past. But he's getting it back again and everyone is just happy to see when we're seeing a healthy AD contributing to their wins. It's also funny to see those posts about Rui, they're saying that he's on "anime mode". For if you are watching some animes, the main characters are winning and becoming better. LOL.

[stadus]

Regarding about the Warriors and their situation, it seems that their situation will somehow improve and they will be much dangerous in the upcoming days.

Via Wojnarowski: "ESPN Sources: Golden State Warriors All-Star forward Andrew Wiggins is nearing a return to the team and is expected to be back early this week. Wiggins has missed 21 games attending to a family matter. Huge boost for the defending champions and sixth seed in the West."

Source: https://www.si.com/fannation/nba/fastbreak/news/nba-warriors-andrew-wiggins-update-reported-on-monday

The Golden State Warriors only got three games left to improve their current standing and prevent the team from falling towards the Play-in Tournament bracket. Fortunately for them, Andrew Wiggins will be back on the hardwood again to help the whole team secure their playoff spot.

I'm thinking that he will return on the game versus the Sacramento Kings and not tomorrow versus the Oklahoma City Thunders, no guarantees as of now but this is a good news for the Warriors.

[beerlover]

Klay Thompson tried to play as a hero but he failed. Crappy play.
The biggest threat in 3-point shooting was so open they forget to think about him. If only it was Donte DiVicenzo who got the offensive rebound, the ending will be different.


I mean just look at that last play. 2.8 seconds remaining in the clock and Thompson got it back, and shoot it in a rush, but he was blocked by Murray.
What if he just thought about passing it to the best three-point shooter in the league?
2.8 is enough or maybe even less for his reload and then fire.
That could've shocked the whole Denver Nuggets Ball Arena or better, they will cheer for Chef Curry.
Very bad loss, they want it badly but cannot get it. I can sense a tiebreaker may happen at the 5th to 8th rank.

I wouldn't really blame Klay. For starters he was hot, he just made a tough corner three before this, and they are on a roll with hyped players so everyone thinks like they are making it, made like 10 points in a row or something, that was a good one.

After that, the only reason I wouldn't is that Klay got the ball right on his hand from the bounce, and usually when you get it that well, you shoot it back again, being afraid to shoot it is not something that makes one a good shooter, which is why it's understandable. And the clock is something that goes fast, if you gave it to Curry at that point, he would have less than a second to shoot probably and be much worse.

[wheelz1200]

Regarding about the Warriors and their situation, it seems that their situation will somehow improve and they will be much dangerous in the upcoming days.

Via Wojnarowski: "ESPN Sources: Golden State Warriors All-Star forward Andrew Wiggins is nearing a return to the team and is expected to be back early this week. Wiggins has missed 21 games attending to a family matter. Huge boost for the defending champions and sixth seed in the West."

Source: https://www.si.com/fannation/nba/fastbreak/news/nba-warriors-andrew-wiggins-update-reported-on-monday

The Golden State Warriors only got three games left to improve their current standing and prevent the team from falling towards the Play-in Tournament bracket. Fortunately for them, Andrew Wiggins will be back on the hardwood again to help the whole team secure their playoff spot.

I'm thinking that he will return on the game versus the Sacramento Kings and not tomorrow versus the Oklahoma City Thunders, no guarantees as of now but this is a good news for the Warriors.

Just in time too.  What a terrible draw for either 1 or 2 spot having to play a fully healthy golden state squad with a chip on theor shoulder.  The west has been really odd, can't pun down who the actual favorites are.  I still think the Suns with a healthy Durant are the team to beat.  Imagine the Nuggets.  Could possibly have to go through the Warriors and then the suns...just to get to the west finals lol.  West is completely up in the air right now

[harizen]

Them trading for kyrie shows they are trying to build around Luka. No once he hits free agency that would be amazing if knicks had the cap space at that position but that's not until 2027.  Luka isn't going anywhere.

I think getting Kyrie is not because Mavericks are trying to build around Luka as they are sure Kyrie might not stay there for the long term.

It's just that it's timing that Kyrie wants to get out aggressively on Brooklyn and Mavericks seem to take it as a good chance and risk for it. Kyrie, being an unrestricted free agent next season, no one knows what will be his plan next season, to remain at Mavericks or choose to sign by other teams.

I agree with you though, even Mavericks are not doing well, I do see Luka won't go anywhere, "for now".

[Kelvinid]

Them trading for kyrie shows they are trying to build around Luka. No once he hits free agency that would be amazing if knicks had the cap space at that position but that's not until 2027.  Luka isn't going anywhere.

I think getting Kyrie is not because Mavericks are trying to build around Luka as they are sure Kyrie might not stay there for the long term.

It's just that it's timing that Kyrie wants to get out aggressively on Brooklyn and Mavericks seem to take it as a good chance and risk for it. Kyrie, being an unrestricted free agent next season, no one knows what will be his plan next season, to remain at Mavericks or choose to sign by other teams.

I agree with you though, even Mavericks are not doing well, I do see Luka won't go anywhere, "for now".

It's possible that Kyrie might leave again, as their team chemistry is currently a mess. Luka's style may not have fit well with the new system since he's used to taking most of the offense, and even though they are now sharing the load, not everyone is in great chemistry. It's understandable since Kyrie is still relatively new to the team, but perhaps he isn't as good at making adjustments as Durant, who has already played well with the Suns without any problems so far.

[Dave1]

Them trading for kyrie shows they are trying to build around Luka. No once he hits free agency that would be amazing if knicks had the cap space at that position but that's not until 2027.  Luka isn't going anywhere.

I think getting Kyrie is not because Mavericks are trying to build around Luka as they are sure Kyrie might not stay there for the long term.

It's just that it's timing that Kyrie wants to get out aggressively on Brooklyn and Mavericks seem to take it as a good chance and risk for it. Kyrie, being an unrestricted free agent next season, no one knows what will be his plan next season, to remain at Mavericks or choose to sign by other teams.

I agree with you though, even Mavericks are not doing well, I do see Luka won't go anywhere, "for now".

It's possible that Kyrie might leave again, as their team chemistry is currently a mess. Luka's style may not have fit well with the new system since he's used to taking most of the offense, and even though they are now sharing the load, not everyone is in great chemistry. It's understandable since Kyrie is still relatively new to the team, but perhaps he isn't as good at making adjustments as Durant, who has already played well with the Suns without any problems so far.

I think so as well, although he hasn't been with the Mavs for so long, but we have seen that 2 ball dominant in the likes of Luka and Kyrie are not going to be a perfect combination. Lebron + Kyrie is good because they are of the different positions, and maybe the same with KD and Kyrie with the Nets.

But with Mavs, Luka wants to control the ball and so some magic and then pass it to the open man. Same as Kyrie, he will go one on one but if he can't he will throw it outside. So if both have the same position and will be at the floor the same time, it's hard to see who will be the Alpha.

[Ziskinberg]

Them trading for kyrie shows they are trying to build around Luka. No once he hits free agency that would be amazing if knicks had the cap space at that position but that's not until 2027.  Luka isn't going anywhere.

I think getting Kyrie is not because Mavericks are trying to build around Luka as they are sure Kyrie might not stay there for the long term.

It's just that it's timing that Kyrie wants to get out aggressively on Brooklyn and Mavericks seem to take it as a good chance and risk for it. Kyrie, being an unrestricted free agent next season, no one knows what will be his plan next season, to remain at Mavericks or choose to sign by other teams.

I agree with you though, even Mavericks are not doing well, I do see Luka won't go anywhere, "for now".

It's possible that Kyrie might leave again, as their team chemistry is currently a mess. Luka's style may not have fit well with the new system since he's used to taking most of the offense, and even though they are now sharing the load, not everyone is in great chemistry. It's understandable since Kyrie is still relatively new to the team, but perhaps he isn't as good at making adjustments as Durant, who has already played well with the Suns without any problems so far.

I think so as well, although he hasn't been with the Mavs for so long, but we have seen that 2 ball dominant in the likes of Luka and Kyrie are not going to be a perfect combination. Lebron + Kyrie is good because they are of the different positions, and maybe the same with KD and Kyrie with the Nets.

But with Mavs, Luka wants to control the ball and so some magic and then pass it to the open man. Same as Kyrie, he will go one on one but if he can't he will throw it outside. So if both have the same position and will be at the floor the same time, it's hard to see who will be the Alpha.

I'm confident that the Mavericks had carefully considered the potential risks and consequences before deciding to acquire Kyrie in a trade. However, the current situation is not what they had hoped for, as they could possibly miss the playoffs or even the chance to be in the play-in tournament. Luka has been a strong MVP candidate this season, so it would be a shame if his team ends up missing the playoffs.

[TravelMug]

Anyone heard this news though from Austin Reaves?



https://twitter.com/NickDePaula/status/1642337711662182400

It looks like he has his signature shoes now. Although it's from a Chinese manufacturer (technically, all shoes are almost being manufactured in China). So I guess this is good news for his fans. I never heard Caruso, when he was a Laker and had the same impact as AR is right now with the team having his own signature shoes.

[LogitechMouse]

I'm confident that the Mavericks had carefully considered the potential risks and consequences before deciding to acquire Kyrie in a trade. However, the current situation is not what they had hoped for, as they could possibly miss the playoffs or even the chance to be in the play-in tournament. Luka has been a strong MVP candidate this season, so it would be a shame if his team ends up missing the playoffs.

Speaking of playoffs or play-ins, this news coming from a reliable source is a proof that the Mavericks has a high chance that they will not clinch either of the 2. LINK

The Mavericks are "seriously considering" shutting down Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving for the final three games of the season despite being just a game back of the Oklahoma City Thunder for the final play-in spot, according to The Athletic and Stadium. Even though the Mavericks are close to a play-in spot, they've lost seven of their last eight games to drop to 37-42 this season.

You are in the run for clinching the play-in tournament or a chance to at least enter the playoffs, but you are thinking of shutting down your 2 best scorers on your team? I mean why? This just shows that the Mavericks really gave up their chances of clinching the play-in tournament, and wants to move forward, rebuild the team, and remove what they need to remove. I saw a post a while ago saying that, the Mavericks are considering signing Kyrie Irving so that they can build a team around Luka and Kyrie, and for me, it's a good thing that they will. I mean having 2 all-star on your team increases your chances of winning the title instead of only 1. Well, better luck for them this season I guess.

I also saw this scenario for the Mavericks to clinch to the play-in tournament.

Mavs must finish 3-0, then either…
— Thunder go 1-2
or
— Wolves go 0-3

Take note that the Mavericks need to win all of their remaining games, then after that, it will all depends on the other teams whether they will enter or not. Just winning 3 straight games is hard for the Mavericks already.

[Yamifoud]

Take note that the Mavericks need to win all of their remaining games, then after that, it will all depends on the other teams whether they will enter or not. Just winning 3 straight games is hard for the Mavericks already.

It's possible for the Mavericks to win against the Kings, Bulls, and Spurs, but it's unlikely that they'll win all three matches. The Kings and Bulls have been playing well compared to the Mavericks, so winning against them will be a challenge. Even if the Mavericks win all three matches, they still have to contend with other teams competing for a play-in spot who will also be fighting hard to win. In my opinion, the Mavericks' chances at the moment are very low, and they have a tough road ahead of them.

[btc_angela]

Take note that the Mavericks need to win all of their remaining games, then after that, it will all depends on the other teams whether they will enter or not. Just winning 3 straight games is hard for the Mavericks already.

It's possible for the Mavericks to win against the Kings, Bulls, and Spurs, but it's unlikely that they'll win all three matches. The Kings and Bulls have been playing well compared to the Mavericks, so winning against them will be a challenge. Even if the Mavericks win all three matches, they still have to contend with other teams competing for a play-in spot who will also be fighting hard to win. In my opinion, the Mavericks' chances at the moment are very low, and they have a tough road ahead of them.

Kings will be very difficult to beat unless Sacramento will take a dive on this game, but I doubt that they will as they want to win as well to get that momentum entering the playoff because this is the first time that they will be in after many years. The Bulls is inconsistent, but in any night, Zach Lavine and DeRozan could be the most formidable duo in the league, and if that is the case, then it's going to be a problem for the Mavs. Spurs, is at the tail end of the standing, and this is the only game that I can think of that Mavs have a good chance to win, but it won't be enough for them.

[Russlenat]

Take note that the Mavericks need to win all of their remaining games, then after that, it will all depends on the other teams whether they will enter or not. Just winning 3 straight games is hard for the Mavericks already.

It's possible for the Mavericks to win against the Kings, Bulls, and Spurs, but it's unlikely that they'll win all three matches. The Kings and Bulls have been playing well compared to the Mavericks, so winning against them will be a challenge. Even if the Mavericks win all three matches, they still have to contend with other teams competing for a play-in spot who will also be fighting hard to win. In my opinion, the Mavericks' chances at the moment are very low, and they have a tough road ahead of them.

Kings will be very difficult to beat unless Sacramento will take a dive on this game, but I doubt that they will as they want to win as well to get that momentum entering the playoff because this is the first time that they will be in after many years. The Bulls is inconsistent, but in any night, Zach Lavine and DeRozan could be the most formidable duo in the league, and if that is the case, then it's going to be a problem for the Mavs. Spurs, is at the tail end of the standing, and this is the only game that I can think of that Mavs have a good chance to win, but it won't be enough for them.

Before the Kyrie trade, the Mavericks had a promising record, but it ultimately led to disappointment, and it seems unlikely that they will make it to the playoffs this season. As for the Suns, who were previously upset by the Mavericks in the Western Semi-Finals, they may feel relieved to avoid facing them this year.

It's better to accept the reality that the Mavericks are unlikely to achieve a miraculous turnaround, rather than continuing to hold onto unrealistic expectations.

[Yaunfitda]

Take note that the Mavericks need to win all of their remaining games, then after that, it will all depends on the other teams whether they will enter or not. Just winning 3 straight games is hard for the Mavericks already.

It's possible for the Mavericks to win against the Kings, Bulls, and Spurs, but it's unlikely that they'll win all three matches. The Kings and Bulls have been playing well compared to the Mavericks, so winning against them will be a challenge. Even if the Mavericks win all three matches, they still have to contend with other teams competing for a play-in spot who will also be fighting hard to win. In my opinion, the Mavericks' chances at the moment are very low, and they have a tough road ahead of them.

Kings will be very difficult to beat unless Sacramento will take a dive on this game, but I doubt that they will as they want to win as well to get that momentum entering the playoff because this is the first time that they will be in after many years. The Bulls is inconsistent, but in any night, Zach Lavine and DeRozan could be the most formidable duo in the league, and if that is the case, then it's going to be a problem for the Mavs. Spurs, is at the tail end of the standing, and this is the only game that I can think of that Mavs have a good chance to win, but it won't be enough for them.

Before the Kyrie trade, the Mavericks had a promising record, but it ultimately led to disappointment, and it seems unlikely that they will make it to the playoffs this season. As for the Suns, who were previously upset by the Mavericks in the Western Semi-Finals, they may feel relieved to avoid facing them this year.

It's better to accept the reality that the Mavericks are unlikely to achieve a miraculous turnaround, rather than continuing to hold onto unrealistic expectations.

That's why it's a gruelling 82 games per games in the regular season, because teams are really going to be tested here and it really takes a lot to become a champion. As we can see that there are a lot of emotions for teams winning the trophy because they know it takes a lot of hard work. As what you have said, they did good early prior to the trade and not their chances are slim to make it this year.

Unlike last year wherein Luka was just toying with everyone including the Suns who they beat them easy. But not this year, in fairness to the Mavs, there are also teams that started hot like Portland or even Utah but with injuries, they are going to be eliminated again.

[danherbias07]

Kings will be very difficult to beat unless Sacramento will take a dive on this game, but I doubt that they will as they want to win as well to get that momentum entering the playoff because this is the first time that they will be in after many years. The Bulls is inconsistent, but in any night, Zach Lavine and DeRozan could be the most formidable duo in the league, and if that is the case, then it's going to be a problem for the Mavs. Spurs, is at the tail end of the standing, and this is the only game that I can think of that Mavs have a good chance to win, but it won't be enough for them.

Yeah, the Kings might give it to them but I doubt the Chicago Bulls will offer it as a gift to them. They also needed that win even if they are one win away to be protected for the play-in tournament, just to avoid a tiebreaker against the Wizards or the Magic. If they can somehow increase their rank and be on the 7th or 8th place then it would be an easier run as they just need 1 game to be protected for the 7th spot in the playoffs.

Spurs on the other hand are just enjoying every game that is left for them and this is what scares most of the team. They are so calm that it might become difficult for Luka and his crew to win it using force.
The surprising win against the Kings is the proof of that.