2025 NBA Season

[LogitechMouse]

What I saw tonight was the improved Portland TrailBlazers , they beat the Bucks with a good margin, CJ McCollum explode with 40 points on that win.
They will surely get into the playoffs easily but the only problem they have since the past is that they are having a difficulty entering in the West Finals, this team is just first round team.

I didnt expect that it will happen thay McCollum will explode with this game. I thought the Bucks will win on this but not. This shows thay the Blazers are better now with their current roster.

But this team is on the West and it means more pressure because more better player are on the West. I think they will clinch the playoffs and will win the first round and probably second round. They are different now compare to last season. Their team is a balanced team for me.

[Janation]

This coming 2019 i think Golden state warrior take the trophy's again. Because we all know that golden state warrior are best team in the past years.

Doesn't mean that they are the best, they will be taking the trophy or the championship that easily since there are a lot of great teams in the NBA that you might now know.

GSW is a great team since we all know how they do their plays as Steve Kerr led them to do. From the plays of the team to make Stephen Curry always open to shot three is really great, how great? Well just look at this video exposing this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvEJquL1gkg

GSW has a strong line up but other teams do too. Like Denver, theres also Portland, Toronto, Milwaukee and Indiana, these teams are also great. They might not have a great winning streak as GSW do but the conference is just starting and there are still a lot of things that may happen. Their performance last year is not important, this season's are..

[Reid]

Rockets was playing so bad that they literally made their retired coach come back from retirement to fix their defensive issues. Honestly I can not believe one team can be good enough to beat one of the all time best teams and next year suck so badly. I keep on saying there must be something but I really don't know if it is just coaching difference anymore.

Mavericks have been losing a lot but with Luka and DSJ and Barnes with Wesley, they really do look like they might have a future in the league. Celtics plays like Celtics as always, Brad Stevens really knows how to take advantage of each players skills and bring out the most in them, the only coach like that was Greg Popovich and we know how amazing he is, I hope Brad Stevens coaches Celtics for the next 20+ years like Pop did to spurs.

Is Harden back?
Sorry I am not much updated with the Houston team. Maybe I will watch some replay later.

One thing is for sure. They traded one of their good defender. Ariza. That guy is so long that it could defend 2 guys at the same time. Steals. Ariza is good with that, plus he also have the stamina to keep up and defend star players which are at the off guard position. He have the upper hand as always for his long arms.
He didnt need to score. Just keep up with the offensive play.

Edit: okay so Harden is back. But that is a good game against Indiana.

[aencarnaci]

What I saw tonight was the improved Portland TrailBlazers , they beat the Bucks with a good margin, CJ McCollum explode with 40 points on that win.
They will surely get into the playoffs easily but the only problem they have since the past is that they are having a difficulty entering in the West Finals, this team is just first round team.

Portland and Wizards are basically the same team at this point. They both have a great point guard and shooting guard combo, they both try their best with their bigs and they both try to draft well or sign well on free agency and just cut ties with anyone who wants more money.

Honestly, I find them west and east versions of each other. However this can't continue like that forever, they really need to blow it up and try again, I know tanking is not liked by many people but neither wizards nor blazers is going anywhere with these teams, if they could trade people like wall/beal or dame/cj and get picks instead with some soon ending contracts with it, they can both get rid of the contract quickly and have picks to restart all of this. Otherwise they will be stuck with mediocre play forever.

[harizen]

It's because they don't have a legitimate superstars who could carry the team consistently. Also, because the lack of maturity in decision making on and off the court. Give them a veteran superstar and a seasoned coach then you will see a different trailblazers playing on the court.

It's not a mandatory for them to have a superstar or a seasoned coach. Just a role players is enough and that's what their lacking. But still with their setup, they can finished a good spot on the West. Example last season, they performed well in the West standing and finished at 3rd spot. But unfortunately got swept by the New Orleans Pelicans in first round of the playoffs. It's fine if it's not a sweep but they literally choked on that game.

Competition in the West is tough but they managed to get a good spot last year so it means that their current lineup is good. It's just that they are pressured once they are on playoffs and that's what they need to changed as they supposedly not new anymore on that kind of pressure.

[Reid]

It's because they don't have a legitimate superstars who could carry the team consistently. Also, because the lack of maturity in decision making on and off the court. Give them a veteran superstar and a seasoned coach then you will see a different trailblazers playing on the court.

It's not a mandatory for them to have a superstar or a seasoned coach. Just a role players is enough and that's what their lacking. But still with their setup, they can finished a good spot on the West. Example last season, they performed well in the West standing and finished at 3rd spot. But unfortunately got swept by the New Orleans Pelicans in first round of the playoffs. It's fine if it's not a sweep but they literally choked on that game.

Competition in the West is tough but they managed to get a good spot last year so it means that their current lineup is good. It's just that they are pressured once they are on playoffs and that's what they need to changed as they supposedly not new anymore on that kind of pressure.

I agree with that.
This Portland team have a good offensive line up. It is just that they got shaken up when defense of the opponent starts changing and that is the playoffs. Every win is a must.
Also, they got so used with how they perform in season which they cannot just do easily when a defensive team starts to pressure them. But that is good lesson for them. Maybe now they have a plan for it.

[Baofeng]

It's because they don't have a legitimate superstars who could carry the team consistently. Also, because the lack of maturity in decision making on and off the court. Give them a veteran superstar and a seasoned coach then you will see a different trailblazers playing on the court.

It's not a mandatory for them to have a superstar or a seasoned coach. Just a role players is enough and that's what their lacking. But still with their setup, they can finished a good spot on the West. Example last season, they performed well in the West standing and finished at 3rd spot. But unfortunately got swept by the New Orleans Pelicans in first round of the playoffs. It's fine if it's not a sweep but they literally choked on that game.

Competition in the West is tough but they managed to get a good spot last year so it means that their current lineup is good. It's just that they are pressured once they are on playoffs and that's what they need to changed as they supposedly not new anymore on that kind of pressure.

I agree with that.
This Portland team have a good offensive line up. It is just that they got shaken up when defense of the opponent starts changing and that is the playoffs. Every win is a must.
Also, they got so used with how they perform in season which they cannot just do easily when a defensive team starts to pressure them. But that is good lesson for them. Maybe now they have a plan for it.

Agree. A team is only that good until they lost and that should be a wake up call for them to make adjustments (defensively or offensively). If teams see Portland as a good offensive team then obviously, other teams will make adjustment so if they didn't evolved then its obvious that its going to be hard for them to win games. Games are played like every minute, I mean teams adjust their plans as the game progresses so they need to adjust and progress as well to stay competitive.

[Ranly123]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

[batang_bitcoin]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

I'll observe more games from them but Chandler is really a good addition to the team.

I'll give everyone some refreshments with the current standing of our favorite teams.

Eastern Conference:
1. Raptors

While for Cavaliers, they are now #15 which means last.   

Western Conference:
1. GSW

While Lakers sits at top 10.

[LogitechMouse]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

His veteran experience can also help the young players there so he is a good addition to the team. One more, aside from McGee there are no other good centers in their roster so they need him on the second unit or perhaps a starting Center (didn't watch their game a while ago).

They won against the Wolves hours ago so maybe adding him is a plus for them but lets observe how he plays in the Lakers.

[Questat]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

His veteran experience can also help the young players there so he is a good addition to the team. One more, aside from McGee there are no other good centers in their roster so they need him on the second unit or perhaps a starting Center (didn't watch their game a while ago).

They won against the Wolves hours ago so maybe adding him is a plus for them but lets observe how he plays in the Lakers.

They get bigger now and they won the game although DRose strikes again.
In terms of defense they have a good improvement because of the addition, both Javale and Chandler are good rebounder and shot blocker.

[FlightyPouch]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

His veteran experience can also help the young players there so he is a good addition to the team. One more, aside from McGee there are no other good centers in their roster so they need him on the second unit or perhaps a starting Center (didn't watch their game a while ago).

They won against the Wolves hours ago so maybe adding him is a plus for them but lets observe how he plays in the Lakers.

They get bigger now and they won the game although DRose strikes again.
In terms of defense they have a good improvement because of the addition, both Javale and Chandler are good rebounder and shot blocker.

Well, DRose strikes but Lakers did not let him to win though but still, he must keep that kind of play since I really miss that Drose, it is all coming back. The addition of Tyson Chandler is really great since their defense are added up. Chandler made 9 rebounds in this game with 2 points, that is great. Lakers need more defense and his addition is really great. Lakers, I think will now get up to the loses they've made and make their run for the playoffs.

[Japinat]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

His veteran experience can also help the young players there so he is a good addition to the team. One more, aside from McGee there are no other good centers in their roster so they need him on the second unit or perhaps a starting Center (didn't watch their game a while ago).

They won against the Wolves hours ago so maybe adding him is a plus for them but lets observe how he plays in the Lakers.

They get bigger now and they won the game although DRose strikes again.
In terms of defense they have a good improvement because of the addition, both Javale and Chandler are good rebounder and shot blocker.

Well, DRose strikes but Lakers did not let him to win though but still, he must keep that kind of play since I really miss that Drose, it is all coming back. The addition of Tyson Chandler is really great since their defense are added up. Chandler made 9 rebounds in this game with 2 points, that is great. Lakers need more defense and his addition is really great. Lakers, I think will now get up to the loses they've made and make their run for the playoffs.

It's too early to celebrate, remember that they are playing at home but they did not dominate a team that is not doing well.
The Jimmy butler issue have ruined the Twolves already, last season they were a good team but now they are messing up, I think they need to let
Butler the soonest and make Derrick Rose as their main man, would you agree with that?

[Golftech]

Now Lakers won in addition of Tyson Chandler in his debut game in his hometown. Now Chandler might be the missing piece of the puzzle for the Lakers. A hard-working center with a heart of a champion might be as well what the Lakers need.

His veteran experience can also help the young players there so he is a good addition to the team. One more, aside from McGee there are no other good centers in their roster so they need him on the second unit or perhaps a starting Center (didn't watch their game a while ago).

They won against the Wolves hours ago so maybe adding him is a plus for them but lets observe how he plays in the Lakers.

They get bigger now and they won the game although DRose strikes again.
In terms of defense they have a good improvement because of the addition, both Javale and Chandler are good rebounder and shot blocker.

A sorry missed coming from DRose, but he's really looking good now, seeing him like that is just seeing the old chicago, if KAT will play like buzzer which
is a role player and not acting like a superstar this team can be a competitive as it is, the combo of Wiggins, KAT, Gibson, Butler and DRose if they can play as one, the franchise have a good chance for this season, hope no injury that will happen to any of them.

[morvillz7z]

The addition of Tyson Chandler is really great since their defense are added up.

He will indeed help their defense as I don't think McGee can play 30+ minutes every single game. What people forgot to mention and what was at full display last night is Chandler's ability to grab offensive rebounds. He had 3 of those (he was only credited for 2 I think) in the last minute with the game on the line.

For me, this was Lakers most impressive win of the season, not because Wolves are such a great team, but the way they shot the three tonight. I don't have statistics right in front of me but usually when you shoot 50% from 3pt and make 20 of those you don't lose.

Anyway, Lakers have a pretty favorable schedule for the next two weeks as they have to face teams like SAC, ATL, ORL, MIA, and CLE. Should be able to rack some wins and climb up the standings. They are just one and a half games behind 4th seed (Spurs).

[Ewinsane]

I think Tyson Chandler is just too old to make a difference now. I know Lakers really needed a center but it shouldn't have been someone that old for them. Of course he will make a difference both on and off the court but would it be enough for Lakers ? I don't think so.

If they really want to content while they have Lebron than they need to make sure to get proper players. There isn't much people left in the free agency at this stage of the season of course so it was still a good pick up for them nevertheless but I really saw Lakers lack the hype to get proper people this summer. They needed to make some trades or do some signings to make any sort of difference to at least get to playoffs. I know they can't content until next year but having no real hope for it is just silly when you have Lebron on your team.

[harizen]

It's too early to celebrate, remember that they are playing at home but they did not dominate a team that is not doing well.
The Jimmy butler issue have ruined the Twolves already, last season they were a good team but now they are messing up, I think they need to let
Butler the soonest and make Derrick Rose as their main man, would you agree with that?

Set aside Jimmy Butler drama but in that recent game, you are really expecting that Lakers should dominate the game because "Twolves is a team that not doing well" and they are on Staples Center? That's not making sense. Remember that Timberwolves defeat the Lakers in their first meetup and Jimmy Butler is the key player there. This team is not a joke even they are on 4th consecutive loss now. Going back to their game recently, all Wolves starters made an overall good contribution and the only thing lacking is the bench squad.

They needed to make some trades or do some signings to make any sort of difference to at least get to playoffs...

Just relax. The management knows what they are doing. There are lots on their tables on until the next year free agency.

[Reid]

Barrage of threes.

DRose making threes? Whoa! He is taking his game to a higher level now. That accuracy. That miss on the last shot could be just 1 inch stronger.

Kuzma. Again this guy. He is becoming a player that I have been looking up into from the very start. Hell! You will know when a player is serious with the game. Just the way he moves you could already tell that he have a great future ahead.
It was Lonzo Ball that they have been cheering at start because of his family name. But even before, it was Kuzma who shines so bright.

New age with new players stepping up and then an MVP waking up.  A great game to watch again.

[peter0425]

Barrage of threes.

DRose making threes? Whoa! He is taking his game to a higher level now. That accuracy. That miss on the last shot could be just 1 inch stronger.

Kuzma. Again this guy. He is becoming a player that I have been looking up into from the very start. Hell! You will know when a player is serious with the game. Just the way he moves you could already tell that he have a great future ahead.
It was Lonzo Ball that they have been cheering at start because of his family name. But even before, it was Kuzma who shines so bright.

New age with new players stepping up and then an MVP waking up.  A great game to watch again.

I agree. It was a entertaining game to watch. DRose hitting 3's, just missing the most important though in the game. Your man Kuzma having a good game as well. And say what? Tyson Chandler still playing? Lol, he is already a relic so I don't know what Lakers acquire him,  . But he made one crucial rebound (tap) to his team mates in the dying seconds, so he is all good for now.

[harizen]

Barrage of threes.

DRose making threes? Whoa! He is taking his game to a higher level now. That accuracy. That miss on the last shot could be just 1 inch stronger.

Damn that man. MVP mode.

On their recent game, the pair of his clutch three during the last minute really surprised me. If Timberwolves managed to win it, the headline will be surely all about Derrick Rose. And take note that after his career high 50 points, he is on rest mode for 2 games because of his ankle problem. And when he came back against the Portland, he still managed to get a 21 points contribution. And the following game which is the recent one, against the Lakers, he able to gather 31 big points on which 7 big 3's are made.

Can't imagined DRose now if that big injury didn't tear his career. Maybe the competition in the East is somehow tough during the past seasons.