2026 NBA Season

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Yup, Dallas already improve their defense I think that young stars inside can work against the two towers of Minnesota, while the competitions between Luka and ANT that's something fans will closely be monitored, both are electrifying and really have that huge impacts with how the team will play the game, adding to that both are the future face of this league, hopefully that friendly competition will serve as good inspiration for both superstars to bring all in winning the confernece title and possibly take the world title.

No one expected this match at the start of the playoffs and now that we're here, we can say that Mavericks is not that easy for the Timberwolves since they can play well and manage to adjust their play in the crucial moments of the game. They also have more experience than them but their problem right now is how they gonna stop Ant since they don't have a capable player to stop him right now except Luka will play and do his magic tricks again.

In order for Mavs to advance NBA Finals, I think also Luka needs a lot of his magic, even the amounts of we've never seen before. I respect Mavs but I agree with your points, yes they have more experience but who's gonna stop Edwards? Luka needs to be some legendary level, so much so that for years his legendary WCF performance must be talked about. I can't see a clear favourite but I am certain that Mavs's job is harder. Timberwolves defence stopped Nuggets at the end and won those 4 games, they might do the same to Mavs. In the beginning of this year and also in the beginning of playoffs, I didn't expect this much efficient Wolves. I can't see any reason why they can't get the title.

[stadus]

Yup, Dallas already improve their defense I think that young stars inside can work against the two towers of Minnesota, while the competitions between Luka and ANT that's something fans will closely be monitored, both are electrifying and really have that huge impacts with how the team will play the game, adding to that both are the future face of this league, hopefully that friendly competition will serve as good inspiration for both superstars to bring all in winning the confernece title and possibly take the world title.

No one expected this match at the start of the playoffs and now that we're here, we can say that Mavericks is not that easy for the Timberwolves since they can play well and manage to adjust their play in the crucial moments of the game. They also have more experience than them but their problem right now is how they gonna stop Ant since they don't have a capable player to stop him right now except Luka will play and do his magic tricks again.

In order for Mavs to advance NBA Finals, I think also Luka needs a lot of his magic, even the amounts of we've never seen before. I respect Mavs but I agree with your points, yes they have more experience but who's gonna stop Edwards? Luka needs to be some legendary level, so much so that for years his legendary WCF performance must be talked about. I can't see a clear favourite but I am certain that Mavs's job is harder. Timberwolves defence stopped Nuggets at the end and won those 4 games, they might do the same to Mavs. In the beginning of this year and also in the beginning of playoffs, I didn't expect this much efficient Wolves. I can't see any reason why they can't get the title.

It's a complete different team so the approach would be different. If we compare the journey of these two teams, yes the Wolves have the tougher journey and that's the reason why they are listed as the favorite to win the series. Odds for the series bet are as follows.

Dallas to win 2.34
Minnesota to win 1.61

So with that odds, we can tell that the Wolves are only a slight favorite, that's a respect to the Mavericks because they also have a great journey so far.

[bitgolden]

Dallas definitely has a great arsenal of scorers, and it is not double team type of thing anymore. Jokic was stopped basically because they had twin towers. However, Irving and Doncic are not pick and roll players, they are scorers from perimeter, and I think it would be quite possible for them to get a win. However, Wolves showed that their defense is so great that they could actually stop anyone, and I believe that we are going to really see them do quite well on offense as well.

It was a big shocker for me to see Wolves win, ANT really plays like a superstar, I did not expect him to be this good. The trio of Gobert-KAT-Ant ends up being something special out of nowhere, at the start of the season nobody would have guessed this.

[danherbias07]

Next stop, Dallas. Offense versus defense once again. Let's see if that could still work against a strong team like the Mavs with twin towers too. It will be fun.

I'm excited for this, but I think Dallas is not anymore an offense team because they have already improve their defense. Luka vs Edwards, and I'm not sure if the Wolves will still choose to play the 2 bigs together since Dallas loves to run and there might be a mismatch on the pace of the game. But let's see what would happen in game 1, this is a new series, hopefully another exciting match up that will bring us to game 7.

Exciting and scary. I am with the Dallas Mavericks here but when I watch how good the defense of the Timberwolves is, it makes me worry. Edwards has a better defense than Doncic but we have seen Doncic find his ways even with great defenders, in the case of OKC it was Dort, but the key player here might become Kyrie Irving again. If Conley is the one who will D him, he can probably take advantage of that mismatch in agility and talent at attacking the paint.
KAT will probably face PJ Washington because he became a threat too on both ends of the floor.
The under-the-rim protection though might be a good match Lively versus Gobert or Gafford versus Gobert. Those two big men of the Mavs had been showing great performances in their last series against the Thunder.

[Volgastallion]

Well i fell sleep yesterday and i really think Denver was gonna win the last seven amtch against Minnesota Timberwolves, because they were winning in the early stages of the game and i think, well they recover their memory and are gonna be again the conference finals. Nothing of that happen when i wake up today i see they lost.

[Fredomago]

Yup, Dallas already improve their defense I think that young stars inside can work against the two towers of Minnesota, while the competitions between Luka and ANT that's something fans will closely be monitored, both are electrifying and really have that huge impacts with how the team will play the game, adding to that both are the future face of this league, hopefully that friendly competition will serve as good inspiration for both superstars to bring all in winning the confernece title and possibly take the world title.

No one expected this match at the start of the playoffs and now that we're here, we can say that Mavericks is not that easy for the Timberwolves since they can play well and manage to adjust their play in the crucial moments of the game. They also have more experience than them but their problem right now is how they gonna stop Ant since they don't have a capable player to stop him right now except Luka will play and do his magic tricks again.

In order for Mavs to advance NBA Finals, I think also Luka needs a lot of his magic, even the amounts of we've never seen before. I respect Mavs but I agree with your points, yes they have more experience but who's gonna stop Edwards? Luka needs to be some legendary level, so much so that for years his legendary WCF performance must be talked about. I can't see a clear favourite but I am certain that Mavs's job is harder. Timberwolves defence stopped Nuggets at the end and won those 4 games, they might do the same to Mavs. In the beginning of this year and also in the beginning of playoffs, I didn't expect this much efficient Wolves. I can't see any reason why they can't get the title.

It's a complete different team so the approach would be different. If we compare the journey of these two teams, yes the Wolves have the tougher journey and that's the reason why they are listed as the favorite to win the series. Odds for the series bet are as follows.

Dallas to win 2.34
Minnesota to win 1.61

So with that odds, we can tell that the Wolves are only a slight favorite, that's a respect to the Mavericks because they also have a great journey so far.

For risk takers for sure Dallas will be the best option for them, and like what you mentioned,  it's not only Wolves who's got a good journey so far after beating the defending Champ but with how Dallas managed to blend the Players together and how both Luka and Kyrie managed their on-court relationships that's something that brings them to this far, it's the game between two promising squads the only thing that will separate them is to whom is much hunger and the one that will really put everything to win the conference finals and move to chase the world title Champ!

[Cointxz]

For risk takers for sure Dallas will be the best option for them, and like what you mentioned,  it's not only Wolves who's got a good journey so far after beating the defending Champ but with how Dallas managed to blend the Players together and how both Luka and Kyrie managed their on-court relationships that's something that brings them to this far, it's the game between two promising squads the only thing that will separate them is to whom is much hunger and the one that will really put everything to win the conference finals and move to chase the world title Champ!

It’s suicidal to YOLO bet with Dallas considering how great the defense and offense of Wolves. I wonder who will guard with Gobert and KAT properly on Dallas current line-up without removing Kyrie and Luka on their player on the court.

Both Kyrie and Luka will be a burden on defense if they can’t answer on offense while ANT will have the greatest day of his life free shooting or driving due to the space that Gobert and KAT give to him.

It’s a massacre to think that Wolves will play same energy level when they are against Nuggets. Maybe game 1 might be rest for Wolves but the rest of the match will surely overwhelming for Dallas.

[inthelongrun]

Dallas definitely has a great arsenal of scorers, and it is not double team type of thing anymore. Jokic was stopped basically because they had twin towers. However, Irving and Doncic are not pick and roll players, they are scorers from perimeter, and I think it would be quite possible for them to get a win. However, Wolves showed that their defense is so great that they could actually stop anyone, and I believe that we are going to really see them do quite well on offense as well.

It was a big shocker for me to see Wolves win, ANT really plays like a superstar, I did not expect him to be this good. The trio of Gobert-KAT-Ant ends up being something special out of nowhere, at the start of the season nobody would have guessed this.

The trio of superstars in Minnesota has an overdue performance after failing to qualify for the second round last season's playoffs. Although they were also faced against last season's champions, the Denver Nuggets but they're not really doing well since they only finished 8th in the regular games last season. This season though, there were adjustments and the team chemistry are well built.

I favored the Wolves over Dallas without a doubt. The defense of the Wolves is something to worry and we will see how one of the best if not the best offensive player of the NBA together with veteran Kyrie Irving fares.

I think it is Minnesota against Boston in the finals. And finally, Boston's organic duo wins the crown.

[OgNasty]

Well i fell sleep yesterday and i really think Denver was gonna win the last seven amtch against Minnesota Timberwolves, because they were winning in the early stages of the game and i think, well they recover their memory and are gonna be again the conference finals. Nothing of that happen when i wake up today i see they lost.

I was sort of in the same boat.  At halftime it looked like Minnesota was done.  Denver was abusing them and the score showed it.  So I went out with some friends for a bit.  When I checked my phone the Timberwolves were up by 8!  I was like, holy shit!  I had to rewatch what happened when I got home.  Amazing game.  It lived up to the hype.  The two best teams in the NBA and didn't disappoint.  I'm already looking forward to seeing them match up next year. 

[Beparanf]

Well i fell sleep yesterday and i really think Denver was gonna win the last seven amtch against Minnesota Timberwolves, because they were winning in the early stages of the game and i think, well they recover their memory and are gonna be again the conference finals. Nothing of that happen when i wake up today i see they lost.

I was sort of in the same boat.  At halftime it looked like Minnesota was done.  Denver was abusing them and the score showed it.  So I went out with some friends for a bit.  When I checked my phone the Timberwolves were up by 8!  I was like, holy shit!  I had to rewatch what happened when I got home.  Amazing game.  It lived up to the hype.  The two best teams in the NBA and didn't disappoint.  I'm already looking forward to seeing them match up next year. 

I watch the match. It seems like Denver celebrated too early and they become over confident that Minnesota is already done. You can look on the stats of Nuggets player that only Murray and Jokic are trying stop them on 3rd quarter while the rest is just doing their shitty defense and worthless shot because they can’t get enough space to shot properly probably because they are too intimidated with Wolves defender.

The odds of Minnesota skyrocketed during the 2nd quarter when they are being dominated by Nuggets. I didn’t manage to bet because I’m busy watching but thise who bet live get a solid win.

[wheelz1200]

Dallas definitely has a great arsenal of scorers, and it is not double team type of thing anymore. Jokic was stopped basically because they had twin towers. However, Irving and Doncic are not pick and roll players, they are scorers from perimeter, and I think it would be quite possible for them to get a win. However, Wolves showed that their defense is so great that they could actually stop anyone, and I believe that we are going to really see them do quite well on offense as well.

It was a big shocker for me to see Wolves win, ANT really plays like a superstar, I did not expect him to be this good. The trio of Gobert-KAT-Ant ends up being something special out of nowhere, at the start of the season nobody would have guessed this.

Yeah that was a crazy game but it wasn't ant who won them that game it was the other guys.  Naz Reid came up huge.  Jaden McDaniel had a quiet 23, and that putback by KAT on that offensive rebound was so clutch.  First time in history anyone has come back in the playoffs down by 15 or more.  Gonna male for a great wcf (which the NBA finals winner should come out of).

[boyptc]

Yeah that was a crazy game but it wasn't ant who won them that game it was the other guys.  Naz Reid came up huge.  Jaden McDaniel had a quiet 23, and that putback by KAT on that offensive rebound was so clutch.  First time in history anyone has come back in the playoffs down by 15 or more.  Gonna male for a great wcf (which the NBA finals winner should come out of).

No doubt KAT shined on that game. And the solid defense against Jokic did also helped him not to have that scoring position.

It's so frustrating on the side of the Denver Nuggets when they're almost sure going to end the game with a lot of lead. Coming from 20 points lead to losing the game on that game 7.

 

[LogitechMouse]

For risk takers for sure Dallas will be the best option for them, and like what you mentioned,  it's not only Wolves who's got a good journey so far after beating the defending Champ but with how Dallas managed to blend the Players together and how both Luka and Kyrie managed their on-court relationships that's something that brings them to this far, it's the game between two promising squads the only thing that will separate them is to whom is much hunger and the one that will really put everything to win the conference finals and move to chase the world title Champ!

It’s suicidal to YOLO bet with Dallas considering how great the defense and offense of Wolves. I wonder who will guard with Gobert and KAT properly on Dallas current line-up without removing Kyrie and Luka on their player on the court.

Both Kyrie and Luka will be a burden on defense if they can’t answer on offense while ANT will have the greatest day of his life free shooting or driving due to the space that Gobert and KAT give to him.

It’s a massacre to think that Wolves will play same energy level when they are against Nuggets. Maybe game 1 might be rest for Wolves but the rest of the match will surely overwhelming for Dallas.

For Gobert, it would be Gafford most of the time if he isn't injured but if he is, it would be Lively II. For KAT, most of the time it would be PJ Washington.
Overall, I don't see the Mavericks winning on this one either.

I mean I don't underestimate the Mavericks in this match-up, but beating the defending champions? Defeating a team that has the MVP and currently the best player in the league? That's a bigtime statement for the Timberwolves saying, "We're here to win it all." Irving and Doncic will be having a hard time finding ways to get some rhythm because of the suffocating defense of the Timberwolves that's for sure. The Wolves have it all. Defensive minded players but can contribute on offense as well. I will not be surprised if the Timberwolves will get the NBA title this season after 20 years of continuously losing.

Beating the Nuggets surely boost the morale of the Timberwolves, and they will carry it all throughout the playoffs. I'll go with Timberwolves on this one probably in 6 games, or 5 maybe, but it will not go 7 games. No disrespect to the Mavericks, but the Wolves are just better.

[Japinat]

Yeah that was a crazy game but it wasn't ant who won them that game it was the other guys.  Naz Reid came up huge.  Jaden McDaniel had a quiet 23, and that putback by KAT on that offensive rebound was so clutch.  First time in history anyone has come back in the playoffs down by 15 or more.  Gonna male for a great wcf (which the NBA finals winner should come out of).

No doubt KAT shined on that game. And the solid defense against Jokic did also helped him not to have that scoring position.

It's so frustrating on the side of the Denver Nuggets when they're almost sure going to end the game with a lot of lead. Coming from 20 points lead to losing the game on that game 7.

 

That was really disappointing and you can see on the interview of coach Malone.

Michael Malone Upset at Reporter's Question After Nuggets Game 7 Loss to Wolves

But they need to move on now, at least they won a championship last season, so they just need to improve this team again. Probably it's also time for them to think of getting rid of players that are not so useful in the playoffs, Jokic and Murray will remain as they are the bread and butter of the team, but they should be sorrounded with great role players, so they'll time they'll not choke.

[dwyane36]

The odds of Minnesota skyrocketed during the 2nd quarter when they are being dominated by Nuggets. I didn’t manage to bet because I’m busy watching but thise who bet live get a solid win.

It's worth noting that the Wolves looked down by the end of the second quarter of that game, as the Nuggets were already leading by a lot of points. Placing a bet on the underdog team to win at that point seems like a bit of a gamble, and I think there were very few who actually decided to do it.
p.s.
As for the upcoming series, I personally expect the Wolves and Celtics to meet each other in the finals.

[Hypnosis00]

The odds of Minnesota skyrocketed during the 2nd quarter when they are being dominated by Nuggets. I didn’t manage to bet because I’m busy watching but thise who bet live get a solid win.

It's worth noting that the Wolves looked down by the end of the second quarter of that game, as the Nuggets were already leading by a lot of points. Placing a bet on the underdog team to win at that point seems like a bit of a gamble, and I think there were very few who actually decided to do it.

There's always risk in gambling, it's up to you if you'll take the risk. High risk, high reward, that's what you get especially if you are betting on the moneyline. I wonder what was the betting odds when wolves were down by 20, and if someone bet on them to win straight up, that would be a lot of x....

p.s.
As for the upcoming series, I personally expect the Wolves and Celtics to meet each other in the finals.

Based on the betting odds they are likely to meet in the Finals, but we can wait, and let's see if they can beat their respective opponents because I think the Pacers and the Mavs are in the conference finals because they are also good.

[Fredomago]

For risk takers for sure Dallas will be the best option for them, and like what you mentioned,  it's not only Wolves who's got a good journey so far after beating the defending Champ but with how Dallas managed to blend the Players together and how both Luka and Kyrie managed their on-court relationships that's something that brings them to this far, it's the game between two promising squads the only thing that will separate them is to whom is much hunger and the one that will really put everything to win the conference finals and move to chase the world title Champ!

It’s suicidal to YOLO bet with Dallas considering how great the defense and offense of Wolves. I wonder who will guard with Gobert and KAT properly on Dallas current line-up without removing Kyrie and Luka on their player on the court.

Both Kyrie and Luka will be a burden on defense if they can’t answer on offense while ANT will have the greatest day of his life free shooting or driving due to the space that Gobert and KAT give to him.

It’s a massacre to think that Wolves will play same energy level when they are against Nuggets. Maybe game 1 might be rest for Wolves but the rest of the match will surely overwhelming for Dallas.

For Gobert, it would be Gafford most of the time if he isn't injured but if he is, it would be Lively II. For KAT, most of the time it would be PJ Washington.
Overall, I don't see the Mavericks winning on this one either.

I mean I don't underestimate the Mavericks in this match-up, but beating the defending champions? Defeating a team that has the MVP and currently the best player in the league? That's a bigtime statement for the Timberwolves saying, "We're here to win it all." Irving and Doncic will be having a hard time finding ways to get some rhythm because of the suffocating defense of the Timberwolves that's for sure. The Wolves have it all. Defensive minded players but can contribute on offense as well. I will not be surprised if the Timberwolves will get the NBA title this season after 20 years of continuously losing.

Beating the Nuggets surely boost the morale of the Timberwolves, and they will carry it all throughout the playoffs. I'll go with Timberwolves on this one probably in 6 games, or 5 maybe, but it will not go 7 games. No disrespect to the Mavericks, but the Wolves are just better.

Stats wise we can all see that big advantages as like what the post above you mentioned with the two towers they can give a free looks for ANT, the good catch is KAT also have that killer instinct, he have that capabilities to attack and that height and veterans advantage against the young big of Dallas, though basketball is the game of skills and good adoptions to adjust.

We will see what will be the outcome of this series after bringing those info about the comparisons of these two teams that competes.

[Natalim]

Based on the betting odds they are likely to meet in the Finals, but we can wait, and let's see if they can beat their respective opponents because I think the Pacers and the Mavs are in the conference finals because they are also good.

That's right, we can see the complete odds here. https://www.covers.com/nba/finals/odds

Celtics is the heavy favorite with -165, followed by Wolves, Dallas and then the Pacers.

Dallas are currently at +500, honestly I'm quite tempted to bet on that, but at the same time, I'm also tempted to bet on the Pacers with +3000 because they are  healthy team, they rely on each other so they can last as long as they'll be able to compete with the team like the Celtics.

[boyptc]

Yeah that was a crazy game but it wasn't ant who won them that game it was the other guys.  Naz Reid came up huge.  Jaden McDaniel had a quiet 23, and that putback by KAT on that offensive rebound was so clutch.  First time in history anyone has come back in the playoffs down by 15 or more.  Gonna male for a great wcf (which the NBA finals winner should come out of).

No doubt KAT shined on that game. And the solid defense against Jokic did also helped him not to have that scoring position.

It's so frustrating on the side of the Denver Nuggets when they're almost sure going to end the game with a lot of lead. Coming from 20 points lead to losing the game on that game 7.

 

That was really disappointing and you can see on the interview of coach Malone.

Michael Malone Upset at Reporter's Question After Nuggets Game 7 Loss to Wolves

But they need to move on now, at least they won a championship last season, so they just need to improve this team again. Probably it's also time for them to think of getting rid of players that are not so useful in the playoffs, Jokic and Murray will remain as they are the bread and butter of the team, but they should be sorrounded with great role players, so they'll time they'll not choke.

Well, anybody will be totally in disappointment with what happened. I agree that they still did great this season, after winning the last season's ring, they still made it far to the playoffs.

The sad truth there, it seems that the Nuggets only has three players.

Jokic, Murray and Gordon.

[ultrloa]

Yeah that was a crazy game but it wasn't ant who won them that game it was the other guys.  Naz Reid came up huge.  Jaden McDaniel had a quiet 23, and that putback by KAT on that offensive rebound was so clutch.  First time in history anyone has come back in the playoffs down by 15 or more.  Gonna male for a great wcf (which the NBA finals winner should come out of).

No doubt KAT shined on that game. And the solid defense against Jokic did also helped him not to have that scoring position.

It's so frustrating on the side of the Denver Nuggets when they're almost sure going to end the game with a lot of lead. Coming from 20 points lead to losing the game on that game 7.

 

That was really disappointing and you can see on the interview of coach Malone.

Michael Malone Upset at Reporter's Question After Nuggets Game 7 Loss to Wolves

But they need to move on now, at least they won a championship last season, so they just need to improve this team again. Probably it's also time for them to think of getting rid of players that are not so useful in the playoffs, Jokic and Murray will remain as they are the bread and butter of the team, but they should be sorrounded with great role players, so they'll time they'll not choke.

Well, anybody will be totally in disappointment with what happened. I agree that they still did great this season, after winning the last season's ring, they still made it far to the playoffs.

The sad truth there, it seems that the Nuggets only has three players.

Jokic, Murray and Gordon.

They start up strong so there's nothing to get disappointed for their performance since they still made this far. Although many of their fans want to see them advance on conference finals but it shows that Wolves is so good in this season that's why they have been eliminated. But fans are surely satisfied with what they see since we can see a long series of this match and we can see that all of the games they play is so intense and its like we are seeing a championship vibes with them. For sure Nuggets learn a lot from what they experience this season so we maybe can expect for their comeback next season since for sure they provably learn from their past mistakes made.

I can't say that other people maybe didn't perform better but I guess they are just been outsmarted by Wolves so with that they need to adjust to provide more better performance for their team next season.