2027 NBA Season

[OgNasty]

I do not think that they are getting paid though in this media day, I mean it's the official NBA media day and so they will have to come, regardless if there is money involved or not. It's different when some sporting entities like ESPN will interview Jimmy with his new hair style, for sure they will have to pay him. Or even Jimmy appearing on the movie by Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, Bad Boys 2. But with this media days, it's a official photographers and maybe some fans had access to this players and with interviews. And then this photos goes to social media outlet. But I do not think that players are being paid here. And probably that's one reason as well for Butler to just stay normal in the photo shoot to not attract anything from him.

And yet... You can't say anything 100%. We don't know many pitfalls. Most likely, you are right about the official media day in the NBA. Yes, players should definitely show up for such an event and most likely it is not about money at all.

I still haven't watched the movie "Bad Boys II". I was going to, but somehow I haven't. I'll have to find time to see Jimmy in the movies.

Players in the NBA get a salary for doing a job. Part of that job is scheduled media appearances. They don’t get paid extra for being at media day, they get fined for not performing their job duties if they miss.

As for not seeing Bad Boys 2 yet, there’s no excuse. Number 4 just came out (I haven’t seen it yet, oops).

[wheelz1200]

Lakers preseason opener: Bronny James narrowly avoids scoreless debut as Dalton Knecht steals show
https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/lakers-preseason-opener-bronny-james-narrowly-avoids-scoreless-debut-as-dalton-knecht-steals-show/
I don't know why these news articles are always looking at Bronny James. There are other things to write. I bet there will be another one after another Lakers game.

The internet has something to talk and bash again from the Lebron down to his son. He's got some good blocks for his very first game for this preseason and considering his height, I think that's one of Bronny's strength.

We have to accept that Westbrook is getting old. I think he will no longer try to be the star player of the team, he will work to be a good basketball player in the rotation. He can take the team's scoring lead when needed, but I think this team needed his assists. I think he showed a sufficient level of performance for the first game. The important thing is that he can continue this performance throughout the season. We will see how sufficient his condition is

I think that Westbrook has already accepted this long time ago and that's why he's no longer negotiating with higher contracts. And whatever amount and contract that's given to him, he just agrees with it because his no longer on his prime and he's considered fortunate still in getting contracts even for a year or two.

I don't think he has any thoughts of making money anymore. He is also aware of his own performance, it is important for every basketball player to play 1-2 more years before retirement. Basketball players who play with determination despite reaching retirement age are always more respected. In fact, he is at an age where he can play for 4-5 more years, but I don't think Russ can do that at all

He still chasing for the ring before retirement and there's still pride inside him that he can still play the game, in terms of contract, he's no longer after that long and expensive as he knows that he's no longer at his prime and it's a a good thing to have a team who'll still sign him and willing to allow him to play.

Let see his upcoming performances to his new team and how Denver will utilize him, he can still give decent numbers if he will get enough playing time.

I know Russ takes a lot of heat from his shooting lately but the dude still has game in him.  One of the best rebounding guards we've seen in a long time.  As a knicks fan I certainly would like to see them finally get over the hump amd get that chip but if they don't I wouldn't be mad to see dude get his ring.  I respect his hustle, plays like they did in the 80s amd 90s, just hard all game.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Lakers preseason opener: Bronny James narrowly avoids scoreless debut as Dalton Knecht steals show
https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/lakers-preseason-opener-bronny-james-narrowly-avoids-scoreless-debut-as-dalton-knecht-steals-show/
I don't know why these news articles are always looking at Bronny James. There are other things to write. I bet there will be another one after another Lakers game.

The internet has something to talk and bash again from the Lebron down to his son. He's got some good blocks for his very first game for this preseason and considering his height, I think that's one of Bronny's strength.

We have to accept that Westbrook is getting old. I think he will no longer try to be the star player of the team, he will work to be a good basketball player in the rotation. He can take the team's scoring lead when needed, but I think this team needed his assists. I think he showed a sufficient level of performance for the first game. The important thing is that he can continue this performance throughout the season. We will see how sufficient his condition is

I think that Westbrook has already accepted this long time ago and that's why he's no longer negotiating with higher contracts. And whatever amount and contract that's given to him, he just agrees with it because his no longer on his prime and he's considered fortunate still in getting contracts even for a year or two.

I don't think he has any thoughts of making money anymore. He is also aware of his own performance, it is important for every basketball player to play 1-2 more years before retirement. Basketball players who play with determination despite reaching retirement age are always more respected. In fact, he is at an age where he can play for 4-5 more years, but I don't think Russ can do that at all

This are professional players, so I will say that they still have thoughts of making money, no matter what, be it a veteran minimum of 1 year to say the least. This is what they love and so they are  going to squeeze every bit of it.

Because once they are out of the job, for sure they are going to missed the NBA games. How many players that we think right now that are still hoping that they will got a chance to play? So that will be same with Westbrook, as long as he can milk and that there are teams that are willing to still pay him, and pay him good, that will be his main motivation as this is a job for them.

[karabiber]

With Mike Budenholzer taking over as the new head coach, the Phoenix Suns are at a turning point. They have built a strong roster with stars like Devin Booker, Bradley Beal and Kevin Durant. This season, Tyus Jones is expected to take on the task of calming the team down at point guard. However, the Suns financial structure limits their flexibility. On the other hand, the Los Angeles Lakers have a small advantage in terms of preparation for this game, because they played a preseason game against the Timberwolves and got rid of the sluggishness. Still, the team's main players usually don't get much playing time in these games, so it's hard for them to inspire confidence in terms of scoring.

The Lakers young talents, Austin Reaves and Dalton Knecht, stand out, while the Suns may be more serious in their efforts to establish a system with a new coach. As a result, the Phoenix Suns can take this game a bit more seriously. Even though I see the game completely in the middle, the Suns could benefit from the new coach trying new strategies. The Lakers also helped me pick Phoenix in this matchup with their performance against Minnesota.

[LogitechMouse]

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He signed with a 2 year contract with the Nuggets, so definitely, he will stay at least for next year. So in that case, this season with the Nuggets could be a make or break for him so let's see.

I just hope that he will, and with the Nuggets lacking a true PG currently, I believe that he will get some playing time, might be even more than when he's on the Clippers. His passing skills for sure will be utilized here. It's good that they gave him 2 years so he will definitely stay... or will he? I hope for the best for him, and hoping he could help the team win that 2nd title again.

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he went with the Washington Wizards and the Rockets as well, and with the Wizards, I think he is still in his prime years and he put the Wizards in the playoffs again. However, it also started that he becomes injury prone. And then he decided to go and join the Lakers and maybe thinking that him and Lebron could blend and maybe who knows, to get his first title as Lebron won a ring with the Lakers in prior year or in the bubble. But it was very different Westbrook that he have seen, and not sure if we can blame that to the Lakers for ruining his career.

I completely forgot that he went to the Wizards because for me, his stint there isn't that impactful and significant for me although I remembered now that he carried that team to the playoffs at least. As for the Lakers ruining his career, I would say that the Lakers are partly to blame for this one aside from the injuries which is inevitable. When I mean the Lakers, it doesn't mean the whole management, but I'm pertaining to the Laker fans out there that are booing him here and there when he shoots an airball, or made bad decisions on the court.

We know how harsh Laker fans are, heck they don't even like Lebron playing on the Lakers. That's how harsh they are and it happened to Westbrook. Lots of criticisms, lots of bashes online, etc. They're one of the reasons as to why Westbrook's career ended up like this because that shattered his self-confidence.

[passwordnow]

I think that Westbrook has already accepted this long time ago and that's why he's no longer negotiating with higher contracts. And whatever amount and contract that's given to him, he just agrees with it because his no longer on his prime and he's considered fortunate still in getting contracts even for a year or two.

Westbrook is on a mission to get his first championship, which is why he's joining a strong team for a higher chance. I wouldn’t say he's "fortunate" that teams still sign him, because even if he were to stop playing basketball, he'd be fine, he's earned an estimated $200 million in his NBA career by 2023. At 34 years old, he's only a year younger than Curry, so he's not exactly "old."

The hype around Westbrook mainly comes from his OKC days, where he called the shots and could easily rack up triple-doubles. But when he joined teams with other superstars and different systems, he had to adapt, which made it harder for him to put up those kinds of numbers. The key with Westbrook now is the energy and intensity he brings to the court, rather than his shooting, which has always been inconsistent, especially from long range.

That only means that he's very flexible and able to adopt depending on the roster of the team that he's in. I'm sad that he seemed to flock his career when he moved to other teams when he's on the prime together with KD and Harden when they're called the big 3. I think one of the flops of his careers is when he's moved to the Lakers.

I think that Westbrook has already accepted this long time ago and that's why he's no longer negotiating with higher contracts. And whatever amount and contract that's given to him, he just agrees with it because his no longer on his prime and he's considered fortunate still in getting contracts even for a year or two.

I don't think he has any thoughts of making money anymore. He is also aware of his own performance, it is important for every basketball player to play 1-2 more years before retirement. Basketball players who play with determination despite reaching retirement age are always more respected. In fact, he is at an age where he can play for 4-5 more years, but I don't think Russ can do that at all

We will see how determined he is because he hasn't got any ring yet. And Maslate is right about that, this seems to be the reason why he just keeps on jumping on teams that gives him contract whether it's not that big at all and hopefully, we get to see it on him with the Nuggets once again.

[OgNasty]

LeBron and son taking the court for the first time was a bit of a historical moment tonight. Not the greatest start for Bronny in his first two games but hopefully he gets a hot streak and puts up some numbers. I think they need to let Bronny play opening day to please LeBron and the fans and then send him down to the G league.

[fruktik]

Players in the NBA get a salary for doing a job. Part of that job is scheduled media appearances. They don’t get paid extra for being at media day, they get fined for not performing their job duties if they miss.

As for not seeing Bad Boys 2 yet, there’s no excuse. Number 4 just came out (I haven’t seen it yet, oops).

Yes, I have that sin ) Well, I haven't watched the movie yet. I kept putting it off until later. Oh well. I'll sort things out somehow and find time for it.

You surprised me a little. I didn't think before that players were required to attend media events. As for the fines, this is also a revelation for me. Until now, I assumed that it was all voluntary. How wrong I was about that. Thank you for the explanation.

[Baofeng]

LeBron and son taking the court for the first time was a bit of a historical moment tonight. Not the greatest start for Bronny in his first two games but hopefully he gets a hot streak and puts up some numbers. I think they need to let Bronny play opening day to please LeBron and the fans and then send him down to the G league.

Yeah, and so history is being made again by Lebron, playing along side with his son, although it is still pre-season and James looks very tired, huffing and puffing and so he has to ask JJ to get him out, perhaps he just played for the minutes to make history.

There is a lot of games in the regular games and assuming he will be given enough time to play, maybe there were games that he will put a good numbers and showing us if he is really that good or a bust. And then the Lakers sending him to G league to sharpen his skills more.

[Natalim]

Yeah, and so history is being made again by Lebron, playing along side with his son, although it is still pre-season and James looks very tired, huffing and puffing and so he has to ask JJ to get him out, perhaps he just played for the minutes to make history.

There is a lot of games in the regular games and assuming he will be given enough time to play, maybe there were games that he will put a good numbers and showing us if he is really that good or a bust. And then the Lakers sending him to G league to sharpen his skills more.

They should definitely consider putting him in the G League. Honestly, I don't see him contributing much to the team at this point. He had a chance to showcase his best during the preseason but went scoreless in 13 minutes of play. Sure, they’ve made history together, but that's where it ends. Bronny can’t be compared to his father, and that was clear from the start. Still, it’s great to see both of them share this journey.

[Fredomago]

Yeah, and so history is being made again by Lebron, playing along side with his son, although it is still pre-season and James looks very tired, huffing and puffing and so he has to ask JJ to get him out, perhaps he just played for the minutes to make history.

There is a lot of games in the regular games and assuming he will be given enough time to play, maybe there were games that he will put a good numbers and showing us if he is really that good or a bust. And then the Lakers sending him to G league to sharpen his skills more.

They should definitely consider putting him in the G League. Honestly, I don't see him contributing much to the team at this point. He had a chance to showcase his best during the preseason but went scoreless in 13 minutes of play. Sure, they’ve made history together, but that's where it ends. Bronny can’t be compared to his father, and that was clear from the start. Still, it’s great to see both of them share this journey.

It's expected since the day Lakers draft him, there's nothing special in terms of skills and talents just being lucky as his dad can easily influence those people behind the business,  I agree that after giving him his chance and still can't provide numbers,  Lakers can send him to gleague and try to push him to improve more, but it's business and Lakers will continue giving him minutes as LeBron do still have those fans who will support him and the franchise.

[wheelz1200]

LeBron and son taking the court for the first time was a bit of a historical moment tonight. Not the greatest start for Bronny in his first two games but hopefully he gets a hot streak and puts up some numbers. I think they need to let Bronny play opening day to please LeBron and the fans and then send him down to the G league.

Yeah, and so history is being made again by Lebron, playing along side with his son, although it is still pre-season and James looks very tired, huffing and puffing and so he has to ask JJ to get him out, perhaps he just played for the minutes to make history.

There is a lot of games in the regular games and assuming he will be given enough time to play, maybe there were games that he will put a good numbers and showing us if he is really that good or a bust. And then the Lakers sending him to G league to sharpen his skills more.

Bronny ain't seeing the NBA courts this year much.  Dude is undersized, shot under 70% from ft, under 40% from field and under 30% from 3.  At his size he will either need to be able to run a team or be a sharpshooter, something he is very far off from.  He will touch the court with daddy wouldn't make sense not to do that once.  But once the honeymoon is over he is getting sent directly to the g league so he can start seeing some professional ball.  Unless something changes he won't see the big leagues.

[avp2306]

They should definitely consider putting him in the G League. Honestly, I don't see him contributing much to the team at this point. He had a chance to showcase his best during the preseason but went scoreless in 13 minutes of play. Sure, they’ve made history together, but that's where it ends. Bronny can’t be compared to his father, and that was clear from the start. Still, it’s great to see both of them share this journey.

It's expected since the day Lakers draft him, there's nothing special in terms of skills and talents just being lucky as his dad can easily influence those people behind the business,  I agree that after giving him his chance and still can't provide numbers,  Lakers can send him to gleague and try to push him to improve more, but it's business and Lakers will continue giving him minutes as LeBron do still have those fans who will support him and the franchise.

They just want to help Lebron to create history and want to earn from revenues possibly generated of father and son duo, but actually there's nothing special gonna happen there since we cannot deny the fact that Bronny is not NBA ready.

Maybe once they are done with this hype for sure Bronny will be sent to G league since this is usually what gonna happen. Don't know if Lakers is a title contender this season but the way how they look right now it looks like they are for going after for business and not for championship.

[LogitechMouse]

Yeah, and so history is being made again by Lebron, playing along side with his son, although it is still pre-season and James looks very tired, huffing and puffing and so he has to ask JJ to get him out, perhaps he just played for the minutes to make history.

There is a lot of games in the regular games and assuming he will be given enough time to play, maybe there were games that he will put a good numbers and showing us if he is really that good or a bust. And then the Lakers sending him to G league to sharpen his skills more.

They should definitely consider putting him in the G League. Honestly, I don't see him contributing much to the team at this point. He had a chance to showcase his best during the preseason but went scoreless in 13 minutes of play. Sure, they’ve made history together, but that's where it ends. Bronny can’t be compared to his father, and that was clear from the start. Still, it’s great to see both of them share this journey.

Stats-wise, he doesn't even deserve to be in the NBA obviously. I mean his stats when he's still on college are all single-digits, and his performance back then isn't enough to be in the NBA. If another player has that stat line during his college season, the scouts don't even bother looking on him, but it's BRONNY!!! The son of what they consider as GOAT. That's how NBA is right now, and that's how powerful Le-GM is.

Like you, I don't see him fitting in the NBA either. Putting him in the G-league will make him develop because he's too small to be a forward and at the same time, he's not that good of a facilitator nor a shooter. I mean if you're Coach Redick, you will be having a hard time thinking on where you will put him. History has been made, but I hope the Lakers and Le-GM considers him to play in the G-League and give that roster spot to another player that's more deserving than him.

[Finestream]

Is  Klay Thompson the answer for the Dallas to win it all?

Dallas Mavericks 2024-25 season preview: How Luka Dončić and Co. return to Finals and win it all

Offseason moves
Additions: Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, Quentin Grimes, Spencer Dinwiddie
Subtractions: Derrick Jones Jr., Josh Green, Tim Hardaway Jr.

Guys, your thoughts on this.... will they finally made the right improvement of the team and would be a big threat for the defending champion?

[fruktik]

It's expected since the day Lakers draft him, there's nothing special in terms of skills and talents just being lucky as his dad can easily influence those people behind the business,  I agree that after giving him his chance and still can't provide numbers,  Lakers can send him to gleague and try to push him to improve more, but it's business and Lakers will continue giving him minutes as LeBron do still have those fans who will support him and the franchise.

So, it's the father who makes his son's career, not the son himself? Am I right? With this approach to business, you won't see a good career in the NBA. This is not a way out of the situation. You urgently need to improve your ball handling skills, and they are not very impressive. Well, something didn't work out. Well, it happens. If you really get busy with work and do grueling training every day, then maybe something will come of it.

[dwyane36]

Guys, your thoughts on this.... will they finally made the right improvement of the team and would be a big threat for the defending champion?

Klay will improve any team even though he is no longer in his prime. However, I still have my doubts about them becoming a “big” threat to the Celtics and some other title-contending teams. Yes, the Mavs made it to the finals last year, but not without a bit of luck, and it is not certain that they will be able to do it again this coming season.

[TravelMug]

Is  Klay Thompson the answer for the Dallas to win it all?

Dallas Mavericks 2024-25 season preview: How Luka Dončić and Co. return to Finals and win it all

Offseason moves
Additions: Klay Thompson, Naji Marshall, Quentin Grimes, Spencer Dinwiddie
Subtractions: Derrick Jones Jr., Josh Green, Tim Hardaway Jr.

Guys, your thoughts on this.... will they finally made the right improvement of the team and would be a big threat for the defending champion?

We will have to see how Klay with fit into the system of Dallas, although it might not be that hard, because they understand what is the strength of Klay which is he is a outside threat and he could be that puzzle that they are missing specially in crucial parts of the game wherein someone will have to shoot besides Luka.

So for not still a mystery for us, but that's what makes it more exciting to see him in Dallas uniform. They've lost some defense though with Josh Green and Hardaway, specially Josh who also had a great performance with them. While Tim Jr was plague with injuries. Derrick Jones is inconsistent, but same with Josh, he had games wherein he was a pivotal part of that win.

[Questat]

We will have to see how Klay with fit into the system of Dallas, although it might not be that hard, because they understand what is the strength of Klay which is he is a outside threat ....

His life would be easier if he focuses on his three-point shooting because Luka will easily attract defenders inside, likely getting doubled since he can beat one-on-one matchups with ease. Plus, Irving loves attacking the paint and can break down defenses, so Klay should be ready to catch and shoot. It’s crucial for Klay to maintain a strong three-point percentage for Dallas to have success next season.

[Dave1]

We will have to see how Klay with fit into the system of Dallas, although it might not be that hard, because they understand what is the strength of Klay which is he is a outside threat ....

His life would be easier if he focuses on his three-point shooting because Luka will easily attract defenders inside, likely getting doubled since he can beat one-on-one matchups with ease. Plus, Irving loves attacking the paint and can break down defenses, so Klay should be ready to catch and shoot. It’s crucial for Klay to maintain a strong three-point percentage for Dallas to have success next season.

He should be better shooting 3's in Dallas as this is what the team expect of him to do. And you are right, it will open up the defense as him and Luka will be a threat. And we also know that Luka is good at finding open men and so with Klay's experience with the Warriors moving without the ball, Luka can easily find him.

It might not be the pick and roll that he is used to, as Draymond and Looney provided him that pick, maybe in Dallas, he will be moving around and finding his sweet spot. Fans of Dallas too are very excited to see Klay as there are videos circulating calling his name in the pre-season game.