2024 NBA Season

[Ziskinberg]

Current ML odds have NOP @2.09 while Lakers @1.75 - not a bad deal for either team but I like the chances of the Pelicans winning over the Lakers to reach the in-season tournament Finals. It will be a good match up between Ingram and AD then you have Lebron and Zion. There is probably going to be a block party so watch out for those lines when it opens.

This will still be played in LA, right?

Well, I guess it's an easy home team here. I think although Pelicans are good but they are quite inconsistent sometimes. AD vs Ingram, I'll go for AD on this match up although Ingram could score but in terms of basketball IQ, Lakers will have the upper hand, and no legit superstars on the Pelicans, they can't beat a healthy and experience LA Lakers, my 2 cents.

[danherbias07]

I was thinking that Suns already turn the game into their favor after that rally but like what you said Reaves take care of the business
to help Lakers to escape from the rallying Suns.

Congrats to all those who takes the ML during that rally of Suns, not sure if how much is the odd but it's something sweet for Lakers backer.

It was not that far, the Suns didn't make a good lead. I think the odds just played at 1.80 - 1.95 for the money line. They were just there following the Lakers and how many tie games was that? 20+ maybe? So, it's difficult to find a window where we could get a good profit betting for the Lakers.
I was waiting for a Lakers big lead so that I could get a +5 - +8 for the Suns but due to the exchange of shots, my live bet cannot go in.  

Anyway, there were so many questionable calls from our officials today. The last one was that timeout called by Lebron James even though Reaves did not have the ball completely on his hand. The other call was Reddish bashing the head of Booker, that happened twice and Booker's headband was misaligned which is already a sign that someone hit his head and yet no review was done.
Well, that's all over and the Lakers will be the team that will go to Vegas. I just wish the referees would officiate like it's the Finals or Playoffs because the game was heated up.
Even with all of those calls I love the high competitiveness of both teams, it felt like watching the playoffs without a doubt.

Do you guys also think that this In-Season tournament is a successful experiment done by the NBA? I think it is. It somehow gave life to the season.

[xLays]

Current ML odds have NOP @2.09 while Lakers @1.75 - not a bad deal for either team but I like the chances of the Pelicans winning over the Lakers to reach the in-season tournament Finals. It will be a good match up between Ingram and AD then you have Lebron and Zion. There is probably going to be a block party so watch out for those lines when it opens.

This will still be played in LA, right?

Well, I guess it's an easy home team here. I think although Pelicans are good but they are quite inconsistent sometimes. AD vs Ingram, I'll go for AD on this match up although Ingram could score but in terms of basketball IQ, Lakers will have the upper hand, and no legit superstars on the Pelicans, they can't beat a healthy and experience LA Lakers, my 2 cents.

Yes, remember that the Pelicans won away against the Kings. The Pelicans are healthy team right now with CJ McCollum back in their lineup. Zion didn't well play against the Kings but the Pelicans still managed to win. My pick for the semi-final NBA season tournament is the Kings and Bucks in the eastern bracket. This should be an easy for Bucks. So for me we gonna see Pelicans vs Bucks in Season Tournament Finals.

[inthelongrun]

Current ML odds have NOP @2.09 while Lakers @1.75 - not a bad deal for either team but I like the chances of the Pelicans winning over the Lakers to reach the in-season tournament Finals. It will be a good match up between Ingram and AD then you have Lebron and Zion. There is probably going to be a block party so watch out for those lines when it opens.

Pretty sure both teams will give it all. The Pelicans have a good line-up which I believe is better. But CJ, Zion, Ingram, and Valanciunas should be able to handle the pressure if they believe the In-Game Season is important. The Lakers though have deep experience compared to the Pelicans. The Pelicans should just give their best and think this is just another ordinary game to avoid pressure. Hachimura, Vanderbilt, and Reaves better be ready to step up because the focus on defending Lebron and AD might shut their offense down.

I am still not sold out on this In-Game thing but at least the semi-finals up to the championship games should be more exciting than these early regular season games.

[Viscore]

Current ML odds have NOP @2.09 while Lakers @1.75 - not a bad deal for either team but I like the chances of the Pelicans winning over the Lakers to reach the in-season tournament Finals. It will be a good match up between Ingram and AD then you have Lebron and Zion. There is probably going to be a block party so watch out for those lines when it opens.

Pretty sure both teams will give it all. The Pelicans have a good line-up which I believe is better. But CJ, Zion, Ingram, and Valanciunas should be able to handle the pressure if they believe the In-Game Season is important. The Lakers though have deep experience compared to the Pelicans. The Pelicans should just give their best and think this is just another ordinary game to avoid pressure. Hachimura, Vanderbilt, and Reaves better be ready to step up because the focus on defending Lebron and AD might shut their offense down.

I am still not sold out on this In-Game thing but at least the semi-finals up to the championship games should be more exciting than these early regular season games.

This is exciting, actually, as we will be seeing how Zion would play in a situation like this. It's not the playoffs yet but it's similar to the playoffs, like a Game 7 because it's a single-elimination game. It's the experienced Lakers versus the talented Pelicans. Now, I think it's hard to choose, but if we base it on how they won in the quarter-finals, I think the Pelicans should be the right choice.

[Yogee]

Current ML odds have NOP @2.09 while Lakers @1.75 - not a bad deal for either team but I like the chances of the Pelicans winning over the Lakers to reach the in-season tournament Finals. It will be a good match up between Ingram and AD then you have Lebron and Zion. There is probably going to be a block party so watch out for those lines when it opens.

This will still be played in LA, right?

Well, I guess it's an easy home team here. I think although Pelicans are good but they are quite inconsistent sometimes. AD vs Ingram, I'll go for AD on this match up although Ingram could score but in terms of basketball IQ, Lakers will have the upper hand, and no legit superstars on the Pelicans, they can't beat a healthy and experience LA Lakers, my 2 cents.

The game will be held at the T-Mobile Arena Las Vegas for both semi-finals and finals so no home team. I still think the Pelicans could pull it off but I give Lakers the experience. This is a short tournament though so surprises happen often. Both teams have a strong line up but it will all boil down to who wants it more.

[....]
Do you guys also think that this In-Season tournament is a successful experiment done by the NBA? I think it is. It somehow gave life to the season.

Successful somehow. It's pretty good since it gives teams some motivation to improve their standings and also be rewarded before the NBA Finals.

[Eternad]

This is exciting, actually, as we will be seeing how Zion would play in a situation like this. It's not the playoffs yet but it's similar to the playoffs, like a Game 7 because it's a single-elimination game. It's the experienced Lakers versus the talented Pelicans. Now, I think it's hard to choose, but if we base it on how they won in the quarter-finals, I think the Pelicans should be the right choice.

It’s easy Lakers all day long since Lebron is very good on tournament like this since he has a lot of experience which means he has a better performance on crucial games like this. I doubt that raw power of Zion can beat an A full power Lakers since they are not Nuggets that has a lot combination due to Jokic play making.

I think Bucks is the only team that has a best shot to beat Lakers on this tournament since they have Giannis with experience on crucial matches. Zion is still lack of experience and not that flexible compared to the other dominant players.

[Twentyonepaylots]

This is exciting, actually, as we will be seeing how Zion would play in a situation like this. It's not the playoffs yet but it's similar to the playoffs, like a Game 7 because it's a single-elimination game. It's the experienced Lakers versus the talented Pelicans. Now, I think it's hard to choose, but if we base it on how they won in the quarter-finals, I think the Pelicans should be the right choice.

It’s easy Lakers all day long since Lebron is very good on tournament like this since he has a lot of experience which means he has a better performance on crucial games like this. I doubt that raw power of Zion can beat an A full power Lakers since they are not Nuggets that has a lot combination due to Jokic play making.

I think Bucks is the only team that has a best shot to beat Lakers on this tournament since they have Giannis with experience on crucial matches. Zion is still lack of experience and not that flexible compared to the other dominant players.

I'm betting on Lakers on this In-season tournament, but seeing Bron missing his free throws making me think to get a handicap. Some crucial free throws are being missed by Bron, which is normal for most of players but on tournament like this and ofcourse he's considered the GOAT, I hate seeing him missing uncontested shots. Pelicans might played this very closely to Lakers, I like their stats from previous games, they are on momentum as well.

[Jating]

This is exciting, actually, as we will be seeing how Zion would play in a situation like this. It's not the playoffs yet but it's similar to the playoffs, like a Game 7 because it's a single-elimination game. It's the experienced Lakers versus the talented Pelicans. Now, I think it's hard to choose, but if we base it on how they won in the quarter-finals, I think the Pelicans should be the right choice.

It’s easy Lakers all day long since Lebron is very good on tournament like this since he has a lot of experience which means he has a better performance on crucial games like this. I doubt that raw power of Zion can beat an A full power Lakers since they are not Nuggets that has a lot combination due to Jokic play making.

I think Bucks is the only team that has a best shot to beat Lakers on this tournament since they have Giannis with experience on crucial matches. Zion is still lack of experience and not that flexible compared to the other dominant players.

I'm betting on Lakers on this In-season tournament, but seeing Bron missing his free throws making me think to get a handicap. Some crucial free throws are being missed by Bron, which is normal for most of players but on tournament like this and ofcourse he's considered the GOAT, I hate seeing him missing uncontested shots. Pelicans might played this very closely to Lakers, I like their stats from previous games, they are on momentum as well.

Not the first time that we have seen Lebron choking and missing his free throws though, that's why the discussion about GOAT? he can't be compare to Jordan because of that one crucial are of his. But in this case, it's a team effort here, and then need to be consistent as they are used to do catching up on teams, letting them build a good lead against them and what they do is to catch them in the next 2 quarters.

But it will be very hard for them if they allow Zion and the rest to do that against them, then it will be a hard fought game. Looking at the current odds, the Lakers is the slight favorite to win.

[redsun114]

For some reason (probably because of the past) I still see Lakers as a dysfunctioning team and not proper team that can win anything. However, when you look at the situation think about it this way when they are at semi finals of in-tournament situation and also the fourth seed type of thing then when we need to think about it then it should be something that would be quite obvious that they are doing better than what I think will be fine, that should be the most important part.

I believe that we should be considering the situation that should be something that would be all that important and if they keep this up then we should be considering the situation as good. If they win this title and do fine at playoffs, then that's a good season overall.

[OgNasty]

A couple games to watch on ESPN tonight. Can’t say I’m too interested in watching the first one but the Timberwolves over the Spurs should be an easy win for bettors. The second game should prove to be a little more exciting as the Nuggets take on the Clippers. Surprisingly the Clippers are the favorite, so I’m wondering if the Nuggets have some people out.

[livingfree]

Congratulations to the Lakers for winning against the Phoenix Suns, they're unstoppable and consistent this time. They'd be up against the Pelicans tomorrow and this is going to be easy, we'd go for Lakers still.

While on the other side, it's hard to think of Pacers and Bucks. I am a Bucks fan but what Pacers is doing is impressive and I just can't turn my head on them.

But anyway, I'd still go this only for Lakers and whoever wins on the other side, I'd be happy with the result.

[wheelz1200]

For some reason (probably because of the past) I still see Lakers as a dysfunctioning team and not proper team that can win anything. However, when you look at the situation think about it this way when they are at semi finals of in-tournament situation and also the fourth seed type of thing then when we need to think about it then it should be something that would be quite obvious that they are doing better than what I think will be fine, that should be the most important part.

I believe that we should be considering the situation that should be something that would be all that important and if they keep this up then we should be considering the situation as good. If they win this title and do fine at playoffs, then that's a good season overall.

Was nice to see playoff Bron in December I like this tournament.  In a normal regular season game he doest do half of what he did last night.  I'm with you I still think they need another piece.  Possibly a center.  AD plays too much like a small forward.  I wouldn't change his role just think ypu need someone to lock up the paint.

[LogitechMouse]

Congratulations to the Lakers for winning against the Phoenix Suns, they're unstoppable and consistent this time. They'd be up against the Pelicans tomorrow and this is going to be easy, we'd go for Lakers still.

While on the other side, it's hard to think of Pacers and Bucks. I am a Bucks fan but what Pacers is doing is impressive and I just can't turn my head on them.

But anyway, I'd still go this only for Lakers and whoever wins on the other side, I'd be happy with the result.

I just watched a video a few hours ago (Heat Check) regarding the problem with the Suns right now.
They've shot better than the Lakers (49% for them vs around 30% for the Lakers).

The problem with the Suns is they're allowing their team to get many offensive rebounds, and the Lakers currently are the top in Offensive Rebounds with 14.5 per game. In this game, the Lakers got 21 offensive rebounds which is too many. It seems like the Lakers exposed the Suns' weakness, and that is their big players are just too weak for other teams. TBH, that video is a very good one because knowing that many bettors and NBA fans are rooting for the Suns as their top pick to win the title, they just got exposed by the Lakers, and this might be a reason for them to slip their chance to win a title.

As for the Pacers-Bucks, the Pacers are the top offensive team right now, so I expect this game to be a close one. I mean the Bucks have Lillard, and Giannis plus other role players, but Haliburton is just a great PG for the Pacers. TBH, it's hard to bet which team will win, but I always wanted to be at the opposite side so I might pick the Pacers to win on this one.

[danherbias07]

[....]
Do you guys also think that this In-Season tournament is a successful experiment done by the NBA? I think it is. It somehow gave life to the season.

Successful somehow. It's pretty good since it gives teams some motivation to improve their standings and also be rewarded before the NBA Finals.

Yeah, that's right. And the NBA Cup trophy is way attractive to not have.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-unveils-trophies-medals-for-in-season-tournament/

Just in: Atlanta Hawks lost by a point against the Brooklyn Nets. The odds were -1.5 in favor of the Hawks before the game started. Trae Young asked for a foul at the last play and even Coach Snyder got angry because he certainly saw there was a contact. Referees didn't give, they lost in their home crowd.

Minnesota Timberwolves on the other hand also won against the San Antonio Spurs. Well, that was expected but the spreads were also not covered. -10.5 was the starting spread.

The Miami Heat upsets the Toronto Raptors. Wow. Duncan Robinson once again showing that he ain't for the bench team anymore. 21 points, 6 rebounds, and 7 assists.

We have two more games coming up.
Los Angeles Clippers versus Denver Nuggets
Golden State Warriors versus the Portland Trail Blazers.
Sadly, both games are starting at the same time but I think I am just going to watch the Clippers vs. Nuggets.

[Russlenat]

We have two more games coming up.
Los Angeles Clippers versus Denver Nuggets
Golden State Warriors versus the Portland Trail Blazers.
Sadly, both games are starting at the same time but I think I am just going to watch the Clippers vs. Nuggets.

I already put my bet, I have the LAC against the Nuggets and Warriors with spread against the Portland trail Blazers.

For me, even if they are played on a different schedule, I would only choose one which is the Clippers vs Nuggets as we already know the outcome of the Warriors vs Blazers, as the latter does not know how to win again, the only thing we would know after the game is if the Warriors will be able to cover the spread.

[Oasisman]

So the stage for the In-Season tournament semi finals are all set after the Lakers just won against the Suns. We have Lakers vs. Pelicans and on the other end is the Bucks against the Pacers.

I expect the Lakers will be able to beat the Pelicans, and the Bucks will likely beat the Pacers in the semifinals of the in-season tournament. So it's likely that the Bucks and Lakers will meet each other in the finals.
By the way, the Bucks clearly seem to be the favorites against both the Pacers and the Lakers at this point, although I don't rule out the possibility that these two teams could give the Bucks enough trouble and even beat them.

I'm thinking exactly the same thing as yours. Among all these four team left for the in-season tournament, the Bucks are the most favourite.
The Lakers may likely going to win against the Pelicans, but one thing that makes things really unsure for the Lakers to win against the Pelicans is the fact that the Pelicans beat the Kings 3-0 this season, while the Lakers have not won any against the Kings (if I remember it correctly). Though this is just a single bases and a completely different teams, but it's still bugging me lol.

[Sanitough]

What was the biggest win by a team this season?

I think the Dallas are gonna hold another record after a win against the Utah Jazz. They had a big win with the score of 147-97, that was a 50 point win. After making a record on a 30-0 run, biggest in the history of the NBA, now they have this one on a possible record this season.

Utah playing without their star players (Clarkson and Lauri Markkanen), easy win by Dallas, and they badly need that win.

[Natalim]

For me, even if they are played on a different schedule, I would only choose one which is the Clippers vs Nuggets as we already know the outcome of the Warriors vs Blazers, as the latter does not know how to win again, the only thing we would know after the game is if the Warriors will be able to cover the spread.

This game is not looking good if you had bet on the Warriors, they are playing at home and yet they are down double digit. I think most bettors bet on the Warriors to easily cover the -13 spread, and look what's happening, there's even a possibility that the Portland are gonna win this game.

[inthelongrun]

A couple games to watch on ESPN tonight. Can’t say I’m too interested in watching the first one but the Timberwolves over the Spurs should be an easy win for bettors. The second game should prove to be a little more exciting as the Nuggets take on the Clippers. Surprisingly the Clippers are the favorite, so I’m wondering if the Nuggets have some people out.

The odds aren't that good for Timberwolves especially when they have the best record in the league at the moment. Luckily, I just watched them trailing 42-48 before the end of the second quarter so I took the -4.5 at 2.02 odds.

So it seems like Wemby and his teammates are making history in the Spurs franchise. 15 straight losses at the moment so one more loss and they are tied at the franchise record. But their next game will be against the Bulls at home, this should be another opportunity for them to stop the bleeding after losing a close game to Atlanta. I'll be taking the ML here just in case the Spurs will fall short again.

The Clippers-Denver game was a surprising one. Denver led by 15 at the end of the first quarter but only to allow the home team to double their score in the second quarter. The defense was good but Jokic missed some shots he should've made.