2027 NBA Season

[yslyv]

This season, if he can at least play 70+ games, he'd most likely bag the MVP, considering he play consistently.

Luka would be lucky if he wins MVP this season since prior to the regular season he was only ranked 4th among the favorites, with odds of +650. Wemby was actually the favorite, with +200.

I haven't checked the current odds yet but I think Wemby is still at the top. Wemby has better overall stats and his team is also playing well compared to the Lakers, so that will help his MVP chances too, especially with his points, rebounds and blocks, if he can maintain that, there's a good chance he will win MVP. So hopefully Luka can still challenge him since he's been in the league longer than Wemby.

Luka is definitely winning the MVP race at the moment and it isn’t even close. There’s no way he’ll be able to keep up these numbers, but he’s leading for now.

I saw the Lakers are playing the Hawks tomorrow so I checked and yup, it’s airing on Peacock… At least it’s a watchable Hawks game.

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

[Cointxz]

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

This is physically fit Luka away from burritos and has a good chemistry already with his teammates. I believe he can sustain this level of performance since he is doing this monster game performance before during his time on Mavs when he carried the team to NBA finals.

I believe the Lakers is a much more dangerous team now if they will make their core players like Luka and AR15 healthy all throughout the season. They have a very good young players now and decent center.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

This is physically fit Luka away from burritos and has a good chemistry already with his teammates. I believe he can sustain this level of performance since he is doing this monster game performance before during his time on Mavs when he carried the team to NBA finals.

I believe the Lakers is a much more dangerous team now if they will make their core players like Luka and AR15 healthy all throughout the season. They have a very good young players now and decent center.

I honestly feel it's not enough though. Sure, Luka will carry the team and Reaves also contributes a lot, but then who else is there you would give the ball in the important plays of a game. I feel the Lakers are just not deep enough as a team, they are missing one more spark to be a contender. Some roleplayer maybe that can come off then bench and lead the 2nd unit. Once Luka or Reaves is out with an injury there might be a dry stretch for the team. Sure, those 2 games Luka was not playing they still looked good, but that was also because their opponent had a kinda shitty game.

[passwordnow]

That's what happens when an MVP shed a lot of pounds of their weight. I think that there's still a lot that can happen from this season for someone to win this race to MVP. With that weight of Luka, I think that he's no longer prone to injuries compared on the past seasons when he's got that body which made him prone to injuries. If Wemby would chase for that, then there's no other candidate that can do such but him. He's able to make 52 points last week against the Mavs. But that one stat game won't be enough for him to take over Luka at the moment.

Luka still have a shot at the mvp as long as his health will hold, the last time i think he missed a lot of games although he has a chance at the mvp spot, but his health and injury turn agaisnt him, if he will not goes down this season the mvp is close to him sga and wemby will try to battle for second place.

Not still but he really has the shot since he's the leading candidate there. I don't think that any other will be able to beat him but that's their only chance, if ever Luka gets on an injury. But with his current body size, the chances have reduced although it will still depend on the circumstances. Him being healthy right now is a big asset for the Lakers. And if Luka gets this mvp award for this season, this will be his first.

[tech30338]

That's what happens when an MVP shed a lot of pounds of their weight. I think that there's still a lot that can happen from this season for someone to win this race to MVP. With that weight of Luka, I think that he's no longer prone to injuries compared on the past seasons when he's got that body which made him prone to injuries. If Wemby would chase for that, then there's no other candidate that can do such but him. He's able to make 52 points last week against the Mavs. But that one stat game won't be enough for him to take over Luka at the moment.

Luka still have a shot at the mvp as long as his health will hold, the last time i think he missed a lot of games although he has a chance at the mvp spot, but his health and injury turn agaisnt him, if he will not goes down this season the mvp is close to him sga and wemby will try to battle for second place.

Not still but he really has the shot since he's the leading candidate there. I don't think that any other will be able to beat him but that's their only chance, if ever Luka gets on an injury. But with his current body size, the chances have reduced although it will still depend on the circumstances. Him being healthy right now is a big asset for the Lakers. And if Luka gets this mvp award for this season, this will be his first.

Certainly having a good body condition is a great help for him, it seems that he is really fot to be a lakers because the shooting, is one of the reason why they are better, if he can make his body healthy by following he's health regiment, we can still see him struggle but of course he also have some help.

[danherbias07]

Luka is definitely winning the MVP race at the moment and it isn’t even close. There’s no way he’ll be able to keep up these numbers, but he’s leading for now.

I saw the Lakers are playing the Hawks tomorrow so I checked and yup, it’s airing on Peacock… At least it’s a watchable Hawks game.

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

[Shinpako09]

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

The edge of SGA and Wemby have over Luka is that they are healthier. I won't be surprised if Luka can maintain his performance. That's Luka, after all. His greatest enemy in getting the MVP will be injuries. That's the problem with him.

Anyway, have you watched their game against the Pistons? I didn't expect AR15 to explode with 43 points and beat the Pistons. That was unexpected. The Lakers were even underdogs because they didn't have Luka, only to beat the Pistons. Great pick for those who bet on them.

Next up is against the Hawks. Considering their performance against the Pistons, I think the -2.5 spread on the Lakers is a good catch. Of course, I could be wrong.

[Harkorede]

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

The number of absences are going to pile up eventually, but I don't think they're anywhere close to being deliberate as there have been some post saying he's trying to avoid the best defenses in the league so that his average won't drop and that's quite absurd to presume imo. Luka is a competitor and I believe he likes to be out there as often as his health permits, that's his second absence of the season after 11 games, while averaging around 36 minutes per game, so it's still very high up there to me, and almost every super star in the league at this point have also had one or two games they didn't play for rest purposes.

This might be the most crazy MVP battles we've seen in a long time, if all the players involved manage to play the minimum number of games required, barring a long time layoff we already have an idea of players that would reach that number, and If Luka's calf which have been his biggest problem doesn't keep out this season, then we are in for a show come, the end of the season.

[passwordnow]

Not still but he really has the shot since he's the leading candidate there. I don't think that any other will be able to beat him but that's their only chance, if ever Luka gets on an injury. But with his current body size, the chances have reduced although it will still depend on the circumstances. Him being healthy right now is a big asset for the Lakers. And if Luka gets this mvp award for this season, this will be his first.

Certainly having a good body condition is a great help for him, it seems that he is really fot to be a lakers because the shooting, is one of the reason why they are better, if he can make his body healthy by following he's health regiment, we can still see him struggle but of course he also have some help.

He's also got some good help with Reaves and this team would only focus to few stars. Unlike when Bron was still there, they're having some reserve and all out due to that thought of reservation for the plays. They're currently #1 on the West and if this continues, they only have to maintain their healthy body for the rest of the season. A healthy Luka really is something else, AFAIK  this is the first time when he's got a lot of reduction for his body weight and he delivers and performs well with it.

[arwin100]

Luka is definitely winning the MVP race at the moment and it isn’t even close. There’s no way he’ll be able to keep up these numbers, but he’s leading for now.

I saw the Lakers are playing the Hawks tomorrow so I checked and yup, it’s airing on Peacock… At least it’s a watchable Hawks game.

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

He need to manage his workloads.

Since if he push his self to perform consistently, maybe he might get injured. That might cost a lot and he might not achieved that 65 games if the one he gotten is so serious.

But its good to know that he's healthy and dominating.

Seeing his current stats right now, he really have better shot to win the MVP trophy this season. Although its so early, maybe Luka need to maintain his health but its difficult knowing that his usage rate for this season is so high.

[Joca97]

Luka is definitely winning the MVP race at the moment and it isn’t even close. There’s no way he’ll be able to keep up these numbers, but he’s leading for now.

I saw the Lakers are playing the Hawks tomorrow so I checked and yup, it’s airing on Peacock… At least it’s a watchable Hawks game.

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

Well his numbers currently are extremely good so if he continues to play close to this level and he plays over 65 games he will surely win the MVP and with the offensive numbers it will be enough and wont matter much how good he is in defence. Last season he knew he couldnt be the mvp but this season he has an amazing chance.

[fullfitlarry]

Luka is definitely winning the MVP race at the moment and it isn’t even close. There’s no way he’ll be able to keep up these numbers, but he’s leading for now.

I saw the Lakers are playing the Hawks tomorrow so I checked and yup, it’s airing on Peacock… At least it’s a watchable Hawks game.

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

That is one thing that the Lakers might have been looking, he is averaging 40 ppg right now and this early. But this is a long season so they will have to carefully assessed him per game to see how healthy he will be so that he can be in the voting list for the MVP.

Good to see that somewhat he is in good shape as compare to previous year. But gonna be hard to maintain that unless the Lakers management are going to monitor everything to make sure that Luka is going to be healthy all throughout so that they will have a good chance at the ring (although it might be slim).

[tech30338]

Luka is definitely winning the MVP race at the moment and it isn’t even close. There’s no way he’ll be able to keep up these numbers, but he’s leading for now.

I saw the Lakers are playing the Hawks tomorrow so I checked and yup, it’s airing on Peacock… At least it’s a watchable Hawks game.

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

But Luka will have to be careful with those absences. If he is aiming for the KIA MVP trophy, he needs to reach the games played to be able to participate. 65 regular-season games. I know there's another rule for injuries, but if it is not a season-ending one, he will still need to reach the requirement.
Last season, he played 64 games, and that won't be enough. Being an MVP is not just being good on offense. The minutes played will also play a part. Still, I think he will be in a good position if he is healthy until the end of the season. Well, it will be a long year.

That is one thing that the Lakers might have been looking, he is averaging 40 ppg right now and this early. But this is a long season so they will have to carefully assessed him per game to see how healthy he will be so that he can be in the voting list for the MVP.

Good to see that somewhat he is in good shape as compare to previous year. But gonna be hard to maintain that unless the Lakers management are going to monitor everything to make sure that Luka is going to be healthy all throughout so that they will have a good chance at the ring (although it might be slim).

Luka always sustaining injury in the middle of the season, they need to look at his health day by day, if they want to compete in the west everyone should be healthy, reaves and him should always be 100%, because more often he got injured when things are going good on him.
While he is averaging 40 ppg, wemby and SGA is in a striking distance, and they will always catch up because we know how capable this players are, this will be a close battle for the mvp for sure.

[coinrifft]

Speaking of Luka, he is back after a one game rest and lead the Lakers to a victory against the Hawks. He scored 32 points, way below his average of almost 40 a night. But still, the Lakers continue their winning streak here.

Same with the Spurs defeating the Suns as Wemby put on 40 points, 11 rebounds and another huge 9 blocks, almost getting his triple double. So two of the hottest Western team, and we might also include the Warriors are still in their streak.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

Speaking of Luka, he is back after a one game rest and lead the Lakers to a victory against the Hawks. He scored 32 points, way below his average of almost 40 a night. But still, the Lakers continue their winning streak here.

Same with the Spurs defeating the Suns as Wemby put on 40 points, 11 rebounds and another huge 9 blocks, almost getting his triple double. So two of the hottest Western team, and we might also include the Warriors are still in their streak.

Lakers now at first with 10 wins and 2 losses while Spurs have 9wins and 2L, what a show for the Alien today. Atfirst people says that Kessler is not good and Lakers need to get beter player if they want to go with play-offs now Lakers is having a big 3 with him. Ih ope this will continue as the way still far away.

Tomorrow the battle for the top rank will happen in the East as Celtics with 8-2 record will face the leading team Sixers  with 9-2 record.

[OgNasty]

Tomorrow the battle for the top rank will happen in the East as Celtics with 8-2 record will face the leading team Sixers  with 9-2 record.

I might have to watch that one.  I think it is the first time Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are going to face off.  Should be a great game.  It would be better if it was in Boston probably, but it'll be a great game anyway without the return home revenge game.  I think I'll have to go with Philly on taking home the W just because they got the better end of that trade, got LeBron James, and they're playing at home.  Seems like it's their game to lose.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Speaking of Luka, he is back after a one game rest and lead the Lakers to a victory against the Hawks. He scored 32 points, way below his average of almost 40 a night. But still, the Lakers continue their winning streak here.

Same with the Spurs defeating the Suns as Wemby put on 40 points, 11 rebounds and another huge 9 blocks, almost getting his triple double. So two of the hottest Western team, and we might also include the Warriors are still in their streak.

Lakers now at first with 10 wins and 2 losses while Spurs have 9wins and 2L, what a show for the Alien today. Atfirst people says that Kessler is not good and Lakers need to get beter player if they want to go with play-offs now Lakers is having a big 3 with him. Ih ope this will continue as the way still far away.

Tomorrow the battle for the top rank will happen in the East as Celtics with 8-2 record will face the leading team Sixers  with 9-2 record.

By now we can say that Kessler is a better fit with the Lakers than Ayton. Thing with Kessler is that he has a good defense as well and not afraid to go and chase for a block even if he will get posterized.

Yes, everyone is looking for that Celtics vs Sixers games, specially Jaylen Brown coming back to go against his former team. So much has been said publicly between him and Tatum. So this is going to be a big game for him.

[ultrloa]

Tomorrow the battle for the top rank will happen in the East as Celtics with 8-2 record will face the leading team Sixers  with 9-2 record.

I might have to watch that one.  I think it is the first time Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are going to face off.  Should be a great game.  It would be better if it was in Boston probably, but it'll be a great game anyway without the return home revenge game.  I think I'll have to go with Philly on taking home the W just because they got the better end of that trade, got LeBron James, and they're playing at home.  Seems like it's their game to lose.

This is the first time they face each other, then what's interesting here is if we could see Brown get his revenge on Boston tomorrow.

Indeed this is one best match to watch, since aside that we know the history of their players. Both teams are in top 1 and 2 on east.

Although many look forward for Sixers to win, but Boston also made solid performance and their experiment with George works well in their team.

I also find a good article to read about this match up https://www.sportsgambler.com/betting-tips/basketball/boston-celtics-vs-philadelphia-76ers-prediction-odds-6019805

[püsür]

Tomorrow the battle for the top rank will happen in the East as Celtics with 8-2 record will face the leading team Sixers  with 9-2 record.

I might have to watch that one.  I think it is the first time Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are going to face off.  Should be a great game.  It would be better if it was in Boston probably, but it'll be a great game anyway without the return home revenge game.  I think I'll have to go with Philly on taking home the W just because they got the better end of that trade, got LeBron James, and they're playing at home.  Seems like it's their game to lose.

Yes I got Philly as well. Can be a tough and very enjoyable game. I think Philly would already be ahead in my prediction and they will have the home advantage.

Rockets had a great win against Nuggets. Jokic vs Sengun was great to watch. The Rockets appear to have completed the development they’ve been working on for years and have become a charizard level team. They are at the end of that development and in their prime. Everyone from last year’s squad has improved(such as Jabari’s shooting), and with the return of injured players and Bogdan’s arrival, they look like a well-rounded and strong team. When Sengun plays well, they can win convincingly. The Nuggets closed the gap at one stage of the match, but Houston were able to demonstrate their character as a great team. I expect them to achieve great success this season.

[tech30338]

Tomorrow the battle for the top rank will happen in the East as Celtics with 8-2 record will face the leading team Sixers  with 9-2 record.

I might have to watch that one.  I think it is the first time Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are going to face off.  Should be a great game.  It would be better if it was in Boston probably, but it'll be a great game anyway without the return home revenge game.  I think I'll have to go with Philly on taking home the W just because they got the better end of that trade, got LeBron James, and they're playing at home.  Seems like it's their game to lose.

This was one of the anticipated match up since brown and Tatum will face each other, also PG seems to be going back to old form, some analyst are trying to feud brown and Tatum sadly they don't want anything to do with it, its now that i have found out that brown preferred destination is nets, but sadly it did not push through now brown is in sixers, they are now battling for the top spot in the east, could they face each other in the east finals, that could be a good match up for the league and the nba.