2024 NBA Season

[Hypnosis00]

Well, the Rockets have already won seven games in a row, which is unexpected. If they continue at this pace, they could take over either the Warriors or the Lakers in the standings. Obviously, it can only be possible if the Warriors or Lakers perform mediocrely in their remaining games.

It's really exciting to see which team gets the spot to play in the play-in tournament because the number of teams fighting to take over the spot are playing well in their last games. As of now, their games are more entertaining to watch than the top teams in both conferences since they have already secured their spot and now it is the last team to play in the playoffs moments. They're actually giving their best to push their chance to compete in the NBA playoffs this year, as most fans anticipated, I want to see the Houston Rockets getting their way into the NBA playoffs as well.

I think the Rockets getting to the playoffs is unlikely. Yes they are at the number 11, but with lack of experience they'll probably fall even if they get to the top 10..They have a good point guard but I'm not betting on this team to upset the proven teams that are struggling this season.  Let their win streak continue and see where it will take them, but in case they'll prove me wrong I would still be happy anyway, as long as the Warriors are in the play-in, I'll be fine.

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[Twentyonepaylots]

And the Rockets win streak continues.....

Though I don't expect too much they'll even make it to the play-in but they are just doing what they need to do. Ever since Sengun got injured it seems like Green's performance has been so consistent too, and he is leading the win in most of this win streak I guess.

I don't know.. but I have a feeling that we can't touch this Rockets ( bet against) now that they are on a big run. Warriors should be worried with what is happening as slowly the Rockets are inching close to them, we don't want to see a championship team unable to make it even in the play-in tournament, that's a confidence killer for Curry and the crew.

If Jalen Green is only this consistent every time he steps on the floor, rockets may be in the upper seed. We all know that Jalen has the skills to be the offensive guard that the Rockets want, but sometimes he chucks too many shots, resulting in him being inefficient. All he wants are highlights and to score. I hope he becomes mature next season so we can see the jump that we all want to see from him. Others are saying that he is a bust and the G-League program is a flop, so him making them wrong is the story we can see next season for the Rockets. Also, I like how Emeka Udoka is coaching this team; I hope he can translate to this team what he did in Boston.

Can the Houston Rockets join the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Timberwolves in the upper standings next season? Let's see.

[FanEagle]

To be honest I am quite shocked about the win streak they are having right now, and without Alperen Sengun, their most efficient scorer as well. It's of course about the fact that they played some super weak teams as well, but they played bulls this time around and while Bulls is not great, they are not bottom of the league tanking team neither, so this win means more than any other in the streak.

I feel like they actually do have a chance to go to playoffs this way, if they keep up this production and how they are going, I think that they are going to be above warriors. It's cool to see this, ı just wonder how long they can keep it up, I do not think that they can just keep winning every game, eventually this streak will end.

[TravelMug]

To be honest I am quite shocked about the win streak they are having right now, and without Alperen Sengun, their most efficient scorer as well. It's of course about the fact that they played some super weak teams as well, but they played bulls this time around and while Bulls is not great, they are not bottom of the league tanking team neither, so this win means more than any other in the streak.

I feel like they actually do have a chance to go to playoffs this way, if they keep up this production and how they are going, I think that they are going to be above warriors. It's cool to see this, ı just wonder how long they can keep it up, I do not think that they can just keep winning every game, eventually this streak will end.

Yes, I think everyone is really surprised with their winning streak specially that Sengun is down, I guess this is the very definition of players stepping up their games now because they know that their number 1 offensive player can't play. And then they have a good coach as well, who might have motivated them to really go above and beyond. I haven't check their next opponents, but if it is a great team, who knows, maybe their winning streak will end. But as this point, they proved that they are going to be a tough team to beat even at road. And even if they didn't make the playoff this season, for sure they will be back strong next year as they have build a good chemistry and blend it today.

[wheelz1200]

To be honest I am quite shocked about the win streak they are having right now, and without Alperen Sengun, their most efficient scorer as well. It's of course about the fact that they played some super weak teams as well, but they played bulls this time around and while Bulls is not great, they are not bottom of the league tanking team neither, so this win means more than any other in the streak.

I feel like they actually do have a chance to go to playoffs this way, if they keep up this production and how they are going, I think that they are going to be above warriors. It's cool to see this, ı just wonder how long they can keep it up, I do not think that they can just keep winning every game, eventually this streak will end.

Yes, I think everyone is really surprised with their winning streak specially that Sengun is down, I guess this is the very definition of players stepping up their games now because they know that their number 1 offensive player can't play. And then they have a good coach as well, who might have motivated them to really go above and beyond. I haven't check their next opponents, but if it is a great team, who knows, maybe their winning streak will end. But as this point, they proved that they are going to be a tough team to beat even at road. And even if they didn't make the playoff this season, for sure they will be back strong next year as they have build a good chemistry and blend it today.

Young and hungry.  I said it before but I honestly hope they get in.  I like to see what these younger players do in playoff situations.  They will be an issue in the playin games for someone.  They don't have experience but got.legs to make it hard on a game that's one and done.  NBA needs some new blood like Houston, okc, orlando, etc.

[Fredomago]

To be honest I am quite shocked about the win streak they are having right now, and without Alperen Sengun, their most efficient scorer as well. It's of course about the fact that they played some super weak teams as well, but they played bulls this time around and while Bulls is not great, they are not bottom of the league tanking team neither, so this win means more than any other in the streak.

I feel like they actually do have a chance to go to playoffs this way, if they keep up this production and how they are going, I think that they are going to be above warriors. It's cool to see this, ı just wonder how long they can keep it up, I do not think that they can just keep winning every game, eventually this streak will end.

Yes, I think everyone is really surprised with their winning streak specially that Sengun is down, I guess this is the very definition of players stepping up their games now because they know that their number 1 offensive player can't play. And then they have a good coach as well, who might have motivated them to really go above and beyond. I haven't check their next opponents, but if it is a great team, who knows, maybe their winning streak will end. But as this point, they proved that they are going to be a tough team to beat even at road. And even if they didn't make the playoff this season, for sure they will be back strong next year as they have build a good chemistry and blend it today.

I agree to your last statement,  even if they will not be able to move forward to the next round,  with the chemistries that they are establishing now will have a good impact to their next seasons campaign,  I think if they'll managed to keep each other and continue having that trust with each other,  considering that Sengun  is already healthy that's a good addition with super teams that can compete in the west side, though the rally for playin position still alive for the Rockets, they just need to keep winning and wait for either the Warriors or Lakers to do the opposite to take the place.

[Dave1]

To be honest I am quite shocked about the win streak they are having right now, and without Alperen Sengun, their most efficient scorer as well. It's of course about the fact that they played some super weak teams as well, but they played bulls this time around and while Bulls is not great, they are not bottom of the league tanking team neither, so this win means more than any other in the streak.

I feel like they actually do have a chance to go to playoffs this way, if they keep up this production and how they are going, I think that they are going to be above warriors. It's cool to see this, ı just wonder how long they can keep it up, I do not think that they can just keep winning every game, eventually this streak will end.

Yes, I think everyone is really surprised with their winning streak specially that Sengun is down, I guess this is the very definition of players stepping up their games now because they know that their number 1 offensive player can't play. And then they have a good coach as well, who might have motivated them to really go above and beyond. I haven't check their next opponents, but if it is a great team, who knows, maybe their winning streak will end. But as this point, they proved that they are going to be a tough team to beat even at road. And even if they didn't make the playoff this season, for sure they will be back strong next year as they have build a good chemistry and blend it today.

Young and hungry.  I said it before but I honestly hope they get in.  I like to see what these younger players do in playoff situations.  They will be an issue in the playin games for someone.  They don't have experience but got.legs to make it hard on a game that's one and done.  NBA needs some new blood like Houston, okc, orlando, etc.

Also we need to give credit to their coach as well as mentioned, he was a former Celtics coach who bring them in the finals, they just fell short because of inexperience. But Ime was hired again after personal controversy and it's good to see him coaching a team that has the potential, not this season but in the next season to contend.

I do agree, we need fresh face now, OKC, Wolves, Magic are now doing that. And hopefully Houston will be the one next year as they look solid. And if Sengun will totally healed next season, and as they build their harmony.

[Distinctin]

Too bad for the Warriors they can't win another game.

They fall to the Pacers at home because of their bad 3 point shooting, Warriors shot 29% only while the Pacers shot 42%, huge difference, and we know when the Warriors are struggling outside, they'll likely lose the game, and that's what happen. With that loss they are now 36-33 at number 10 which is followed by the hot streaking rockets with 34-35... they are now close to each other and I'm afraid the Warriors will fall and will miss the play-in.

By the way lakers won vs the Sixers, so they are safe now from dropping in ranking.

[Japinat]

Too bad for the Warriors they can't win another game.

They fall to the Pacers at home because of their bad 3 point shooting, Warriors shot 29% only while the Pacers shot 42%, huge difference, and we know when the Warriors are struggling outside, they'll likely lose the game, and that's what happen. With that loss they are now 36-33 at number 10 which is followed by the hot streaking rockets with 34-35... they are now close to each other and I'm afraid the Warriors will fall and will miss the play-in.

By the way lakers won vs the Sixers, so they are safe now from dropping in ranking.

It's sad but it happened so let's just see what the Warriors could do this season. They have a good run but when Curry was injured they started to struggle and now it continues. I don't know if they will still put the blame on Klay since his numbers has been acceptable recently, but the whole gang just could not synch well. I think they've done too much adjustment on the team, they should have focus on Curry and everything revolves on him so it would be easier for the team to manage. The Warriors was once a team that are very dominant at home, now they have bigger percentage of losses at home compared to the road.

[danherbias07]

What a day!
Underdogs winning their respective games and some underdogs covering the spreads if you bet for them.

New Orleans Pelicans was an underdog against the Miami Heat because of what happened to Brandon Ingram. +2 was the spread if I remember it correctly.
Memphis Grizzlies was also underdogs against the San Antonio Spurs and the Griz won it by 2 points.
Indiana Pacers were also underdog against the Golden State Warriors and yet they won the game in a big lead.
Philadelphia 76ers kept the game close against the LA Lakers so I guess the spreads were also covered.
Trail Blazers also lost by 8 points only which I think covers the spreads too if you got the +10 for them.

Nasty day for those who bet for the favorites.

Pacers is where I was surprised the most or maybe because it's the only game I watched, they played so hard today and once Haliburton finds his rhythm, it will not be easy to stop him.
In his past 7 games, he only drills a three-point shot once or twice and today he got 4. Finally. He was shooting lights out during the All-Star event and after that, he was not the same Hali that can sink in any three at any position. Today, that changed and the defense was phenomenal. 4 steals and 3  blocks. Wow.

[Hypnosis00]

Pacers is where I was surprised the most or maybe because it's the only game I watched, they played so hard today and once Haliburton finds his rhythm, it will not be easy to stop him.
In his past 7 games, he only drills a three-point shot once or twice and today he got 4. Finally. He was shooting lights out during the All-Star event and after that, he was not the same Hali that can sink in any three at any position. Today, that changed and the defense was phenomenal. 4 steals and 3  blocks. Wow.

It was probably due to the adjustment he is making when Siakam was one of the go to guys. Yes he wasn't the same anymore when he comes back but that was before he suffered from injury, and some players like him needs some time to get his grove back and he showed that confidence in this game on the road. Let's see if he'll keep that consistency in the upcoming games, because if he'll play like that, I can expect that the Pacers will be winning most of their succeeding games and will ensure their playoffs ranking when the regular season ends.

[btc_angela]

Too bad for the Warriors they can't win another game.

They fall to the Pacers at home because of their bad 3 point shooting, Warriors shot 29% only while the Pacers shot 42%, huge difference, and we know when the Warriors are struggling outside, they'll likely lose the game, and that's what happen. With that loss they are now 36-33 at number 10 which is followed by the hot streaking rockets with 34-35... they are now close to each other and I'm afraid the Warriors will fall and will miss the play-in.

By the way lakers won vs the Sixers, so they are safe now from dropping in ranking.

It's sad but it happened so let's just see what the Warriors could do this season. They have a good run but when Curry was injured they started to struggle and now it continues. I don't know if they will still put the blame on Klay since his numbers has been acceptable recently, but the whole gang just could not synch well. I think they've done too much adjustment on the team, they should have focus on Curry and everything revolves on him so it would be easier for the team to manage. The Warriors was once a team that are very dominant at home, now they have bigger percentage of losses at home compared to the road.

Yeah, and I thought that this is a winnable game for them as they needed this one big. But they fall unfortunately to the Pacers, it was really close and with Steph and the Warriors known to be a 3rd quarter team, I put a slight bet on them.

But they are really inconsistent, Klay will have a good game, but it's seldom to be back to back. If they continue with this, the Rockets might get close on them at the 10th and might knock them down for a play-in spot.

[TravelMug]

To be honest I am quite shocked about the win streak they are having right now, and without Alperen Sengun, their most efficient scorer as well. It's of course about the fact that they played some super weak teams as well, but they played bulls this time around and while Bulls is not great, they are not bottom of the league tanking team neither, so this win means more than any other in the streak.

I feel like they actually do have a chance to go to playoffs this way, if they keep up this production and how they are going, I think that they are going to be above warriors. It's cool to see this, ı just wonder how long they can keep it up, I do not think that they can just keep winning every game, eventually this streak will end.

Yes, I think everyone is really surprised with their winning streak specially that Sengun is down, I guess this is the very definition of players stepping up their games now because they know that their number 1 offensive player can't play. And then they have a good coach as well, who might have motivated them to really go above and beyond. I haven't check their next opponents, but if it is a great team, who knows, maybe their winning streak will end. But as this point, they proved that they are going to be a tough team to beat even at road. And even if they didn't make the playoff this season, for sure they will be back strong next year as they have build a good chemistry and blend it today.

I agree to your last statement,  even if they will not be able to move forward to the next round,  with the chemistries that they are establishing now will have a good impact to their next seasons campaign,  I think if they'll managed to keep each other and continue having that trust with each other,  considering that Sengun  is already healthy that's a good addition with super teams that can compete in the west side, though the rally for playin position still alive for the Rockets, they just need to keep winning and wait for either the Warriors or Lakers to do the opposite to take the place.

Yes, getting into the play-in will be a big bonus for them, but in any case the Warriors makes it (although they take a L today), then Houston shouldn't take this as negative. But for of a motivation from the team. It's a total upgrade from their coaching staff, to getting Fred and Brooks, it's already a big upgrade from one season ago. And so with the development of the team, they will be more competitive next year. Sengun I predicted will have another break through run and will be one of the teams offensive weapon and they will be at par with some of the best team in the West by that time.

[Maslate]

Yes, getting into the play-in will be a big bonus for them, but in any case the Warriors makes it (although they take a L today), then Houston shouldn't take this as negative. But for of a motivation from the team. It's a total upgrade from their coaching staff, to getting Fred and Brooks, it's already a big upgrade from one season ago. And so with the development of the team, they will be more competitive next year. Sengun I predicted will have another break through run and will be one of the teams offensive weapon and they will be at par with some of the best team in the West by that time.

I'm seeing the warriors like the OKC team, they failed last season and now they are at the top and will not have to go with the play-in as they secured their spot. The OKC is a young team, unlike the Rockets where they already have the veterans that could help them in the playoffs, so if they'll miss it this season but will improve next season, they'll be a better team and will have a shot in the playoffs. They will also have a healthy Steven Adams next season, they'll be better for sure.

[wheelz1200]

Too bad for the Warriors they can't win another game.

They fall to the Pacers at home because of their bad 3 point shooting, Warriors shot 29% only while the Pacers shot 42%, huge difference, and we know when the Warriors are struggling outside, they'll likely lose the game, and that's what happen. With that loss they are now 36-33 at number 10 which is followed by the hot streaking rockets with 34-35... they are now close to each other and I'm afraid the Warriors will fall and will miss the play-in.

By the way lakers won vs the Sixers, so they are safe now from dropping in ranking.

I agree.  Watching them last night they can't defend, don't look like they have a sense of urgency just not the same team.  Might not be the best opinion but I'd like to see steph on a different team.  This current team is cooked and will waste away the rest of his career there.  They had a nice run but it's safe to say it's pretty much over.

[danherbias07]

Pacers is where I was surprised the most or maybe because it's the only game I watched, they played so hard today and once Haliburton finds his rhythm, it will not be easy to stop him.
In his past 7 games, he only drills a three-point shot once or twice and today he got 4. Finally. He was shooting lights out during the All-Star event and after that, he was not the same Hali that can sink in any three at any position. Today, that changed and the defense was phenomenal. 4 steals and 3  blocks. Wow.

It was probably due to the adjustment he is making when Siakam was one of the go to guys. Yes he wasn't the same anymore when he comes back but that was before he suffered from injury, and some players like him needs some time to get his grove back and he showed that confidence in this game on the road. Let's see if he'll keep that consistency in the upcoming games, because if he'll play like that, I can expect that the Pacers will be winning most of their succeeding games and will ensure their playoffs ranking when the regular season ends.

Oh yeah! I forgot about the injury, thank you for reminding me of that. He was in restricted minutes before the All-Star so I think he was still in the healing process. It's just that, the defense in All-Star was so bad which is why he is shooting like that. Well, this is the part of the season where teams are playing like it is the playoffs because every win will matter. While those who are under the rankings (no chance for playoffs) will never just give away any win, they have to earn it.
Back to Hali, yes, the consistency is what is gone from him after the injury. I guess he was still affected mentally and then Siakam came. It's a rebuilding chemistry with him and they cannot just bench him because his production numbers are way too good to sit him down.

The Pacers will have their rest today, but the next day they will be up against the Lakers who also badly need a win. I guess we will be watching a good game on that night at the Lakers' home. Good matchups, Turner-AD, Lebon-Siakam, and Hali-DLo.

[LogitechMouse]

Too bad for the Warriors they can't win another game.

They fall to the Pacers at home because of their bad 3 point shooting, Warriors shot 29% only while the Pacers shot 42%, huge difference, and we know when the Warriors are struggling outside, they'll likely lose the game, and that's what happen. With that loss they are now 36-33 at number 10 which is followed by the hot streaking rockets with 34-35... they are now close to each other and I'm afraid the Warriors will fall and will miss the play-in.

Been up 12 at one point, and ending up losing by 12 points.
I wonder what's happening with the Warriors. At one point, they're on a winning streak and winning 9 on their last 10 games but now, the only won 4 on their last 10 games.

TBH, I just don't know why Coach Kerr suddenly not let Kevon Looney play. I mean he's been a good center for the team, but in the last games, there are times where he isn't even playing. With the Warriors losing, and the Rockets winning, I'm afraid there might be a chance that the Rockets might clinch on that final spot letting the Warriors go down to 11th spot and will be eliminated. I want to see a classic Lakers Vs. Warriors match-up on the 9-10 spot, but I just hope that what happened in their last game will not happen again. IYKYK .

I'm seeing the warriors like the OKC team, they failed last season and now they are at the top and will not have to go with the play-in as they secured their spot. The OKC is a young team, unlike the Rockets where they already have the veterans that could help them in the playoffs, so if they'll miss it this season but will improve next season, they'll be a better team and will have a shot in the playoffs. They will also have a healthy Steven Adams next season, they'll be better for sure.

This is also the reason why the Thunder are the team to watch out in the next 3-5 years.

They might not win it this season due to inexperience in playoffs, but as they gain experience, they will be a team to watch out during the playoffs. Their core is very young lead by SGA, and with the right role players, they might reach the NBA Finals in 2-3 years at least. I just hope that they will not make that much trades on their key players, and focus more on acquiring role players that will help the team.

The Thunder already have a young and talented players, and an amazing coach. What they need now is experience.

[ingiltere]

I'm seeing the warriors like the OKC team, they failed last season and now they are at the top and will not have to go with the play-in as they secured their spot. The OKC is a young team, unlike the Rockets where they already have the veterans that could help them in the playoffs, so if they'll miss it this season but will improve next season, they'll be a better team and will have a shot in the playoffs. They will also have a healthy Steven Adams next season, they'll be better for sure.

The Rockets have won 7 games in a row and are getting closer. If they play in play-in games that would be nice. I don't think the Warriors have much of a chance this year, even if they make the play-in, they will be eliminated early. Their bright days are long gone. I would like to see the Rockets in the play-in. The teams in the West are very close. There are ten games left but only 8 wins between 4th and 10th. I don't think the standings will change much, unless suddenly a team has a very bad streak. Mavs, Suns and Kings are competing for the 6th place. The competition there looks very exciting. Seeing how Kyrie has been playing lately, it looks like the Mavs are not going to give it up. In the play-in, it's important to have an advantage, there's a big difference between 7th and 10th.

[Fredomago]

I'm seeing the warriors like the OKC team, they failed last season and now they are at the top and will not have to go with the play-in as they secured their spot. The OKC is a young team, unlike the Rockets where they already have the veterans that could help them in the playoffs, so if they'll miss it this season but will improve next season, they'll be a better team and will have a shot in the playoffs. They will also have a healthy Steven Adams next season, they'll be better for sure.

The Rockets have won 7 games in a row and are getting closer. If they play in play-in games that would be nice. I don't think the Warriors have much of a chance this year, even if they make the play-in, they will be eliminated early. Their bright days are long gone. I would like to see the Rockets in the play-in. The teams in the West are very close. There are ten games left but only 8 wins between 4th and 10th. I don't think the standings will change much, unless suddenly a team has a very bad streak. Mavs, Suns and Kings are competing for the 6th place. The competition there looks very exciting. Seeing how Kyrie has been playing lately, it looks like the Mavs are not going to give it up. In the play-in, it's important to have an advantage, there's a big difference between 7th and 10th.

Another lost for the Warriors though still 2 games away from the Rockets in terms of winning stats, but like you mentioned unless a bad losing streak hits them Rockets may snatch the play-in opportunity with them, everything still possible especially with how the team will position themselves to this upcoming 2nd round, those on the top 10 spot will try to keep their position and and will do their best for the remaining games that they've got, making sure that they'll have the shot of they'll be able to make it in the playoffs.

Regarding to Kyrie, seems that he's now finding himself back, I mean those old form where he really contribute well he's chemstry with Luka and the rest of the Mavs improves a lot. They might kept the 6 spot as they really playing so well and really doing their best to continue trying to win games.

[redsun114]

Lakers do look like they are doing as fine as they could, and they are still not going any higher, which is a trouble for them but at the same time they are going to end up with trouble one way or another anyway. It makes sense that they wouldn't get better at standings even though they are winning, because they had a terrible start of the season.

Looking back on their opponents, Warriors are doing terrible and Rockets are doing great lately but they are too far off. One thing that everyone is wondering right now is how Rockets will do compared to Warriors, will Rockets get to that 10th place or not. I can't say yet, but there is a very solid possibility of that happening soon, and that I believe is very important in the end.