2025 NBA Season

[Baofeng]

Nets beat the Lakers, that would have been a regular thing to say in the previous couple of years but when Lebron is there and you are getting a 20+ point performence out of your least efficient player Lonzo Ball it makes no sense to lose to them. They didn't used any proper bench players as well, they made their players go for 35+ minutes and even played Lebron for 41 minutes, which makes no sense at all.

This is a regular season game and I can understand losing to anyone even to suns but losing to nets while keeping your starters for that long and tiring them out is really insane. Lakers really really need to fix this and really just work on a "system" they can build around so they can be more like warriors who has great players but also amazing offensive scheme.

Sometimes stronger teams got beaten. I am not saying that Lakers is a strong team but they are still vulnerable specially if the other team really did a good job in their defense.

I agree, the ball is round and sometimes even the greatest of them has some off-nights or his team doesn't have that enough push to win the game or coach made a costly mistake, its part of the game. You can't compare team as well, Lakers has its own system and GSW efficiency and winning formula did built in one season, it take team a lot of trades and getting the right player in drafts to piece the puzzle together.

[Reid]

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One problem the management of Pelicans must deal with.  After the Rondo trade, it seems like they are not moving anymore. They need more deals.

Is Anthony Davis already eating up their salary cap? If that is so, then maybe they are all just waiting for AD's contract to be finished and reset their roster. While on the other hand, AD wants that ring which is impossible with a single man will only. He needs his team mates.

I would say no.. AD doesn't eating up much the whole team salary cap. His current contract is $127M 5-years contract on which is a usual value on a 5 years contract basis (started 2014).  New Orleans wants AD to stay with them that's why as far as the latest speculations are concerned (on which I think is close to happened) , they will offer a $250M max contract extension to him this summer. And I think that will now lead for Pelicans to inability to acquired a somehow good role players.

AD also stated that he is willing to gave up the big offer because he wants to prioritize in acquiring a ring.

Yeah he might want a ring but with that large offer he might become the next Dwight Howard who wont get anything but just fame and money.

I think he really needs to have a long thought about this.
He wants a ring then he cannot be blinded by the money.

We know LA Lakers have a large cap but they will be giving up a lot to insert AD. Will that really take them to a championship or will it just worsen the roster of the team?

I am okay with the line up of Lakers by now. They just need a deeper chemistry.

[mirakal]

Only 2 games on the board today, I already won betting on the Heat as it seems like the line is begging the public to put their money on the Rockets.
I was right and I actually do this by choosing limited games or even one game only if I see this kind of value, just like the Utah Jazz yesterday.

Meanwhile, we are witnessing now a close game between the Clippers and the Mavericks, Doncic is scoring well, so I'm rooting for his team to win.

Gonna watch the highlights later.

[harizen]

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Yeah Anthony Davis is currently on peak so he really want to forced for a ring . After getting his goal of becoming a champion, he can later on demand a max contract. But no need to demand, with his current performance, surely a team will offer him a big salary. There are lots of team who is targeting him and surely the one that will offer him a good money+ good team will be consider.

Im also fine with the current Lakers lineup but Lakers might want to addi more boost from Power Forward position . Damn it's gonna be a twin tower with Javale. Well then that was just a speculation though so early to tell.

Meanwhile, we are witnessing now a close game between the Clippers and the Mavericks, Doncic is scoring well, so I'm rooting for his team to win.

And Clippers snatched the win. What a game. So close until the end. 125 - 121.

Just saw the flashscore of the game during the 4 minute mark of action in the last quarter with the game score tied while watching news here on public trans.

[Sanitough]

Meanwhile, we are witnessing now a close game between the Clippers and the Mavericks, Doncic is scoring well, so I'm rooting for his team to win.

And Clippers snatched the win. What a game. So close until the end. 125 - 121.

Just saw the flashscore of the game during the 4 minute mark of action in the last quarter with the game score tied while watching news here on public trans.

These 2 teams are improving, I really like them to enter the playoffs this season.
All I can say is that there's a good competition in the West, a shitty team like the Suns are picking up, it's gonna be fun if they'll continue like this.
It's still early but I'm excited for what this young fella Luka could bring if ever they can make it to the playoffs.

[cluit]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

[mirakal]

Seems like the Celtics are dominated by the Bucks now, 48-65 bucks at the half time.

Maybe this is something to do with the line that looks like a sucker bet, because some people might not do their research that some of the Boston's Key players are not playing tonight. This should be an easy win by the Bucks.

So far, they got dominated on the rebounding department, with 13 -31 Bucks.

[Reid]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

I dont think that will work or could work.
It is different with the super Miami before because Bosh could always give way and Wade have already experienced having a big man at his side which is Shaq.

But Lebron and Kawhi together with an AD? I doubt they can make some sense to them. It will also defy the balance of NBA which will make it boring only.

I would rather have Lebron + AD or Kawhi + AD rather than put them all in one team.
NBA is not Lakers only. They will be losing money if no one is watching the other teams.

[freedomgo]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

I dont think that will work or could work.
It is different with the super Miami before because Bosh could always give way and Wade have already experienced having a big man at his side which is Shaq.

But Lebron and Kawhi together with an AD? I doubt they can make some sense to them. It will also defy the balance of NBA which will make it boring only.

I would rather have Lebron + AD or Kawhi + AD rather than put them all in one team.
NBA is not Lakers only. They will be losing money if no one is watching the other teams.

The Lakers organization should think wisely.
It's gonna be a big decision if they will surrender their young developing players for AD.
So far, the young players are helping Lebron to be in the playoff spot, I think this year if they will reach in the playoffs, it's already a big accomplishment.

They do not have to push things, let it mature and let it come, they have Lebron, therefore they have a chance.

[raven7886]

Spurs are going really weird, so far in their past 6 games they have managed to go 5-1 and on their 5 victories they had over 25+ point difference on all of them, they basically screwed any team they faced without giving them a shot and really looking like a prime contender. However, there is also that one loss where they were leading 21 points and than LOST TO CHICAGO. I mean how weird you need to be to beat clippers, Sixers, wolves and so forth with 25+ point difference and than go out the field and lead the game with 21 points and lose to Chicago after that? They are really a wildcard, the roster actually doesn't look THAT good on paper and if it was like Orlando or something I would have already forget about them but when its spurs they somehow find a way back to playoffs.

[Ranly123]

Spurs are going really weird, so far in their past 6 games they have managed to go 5-1 and on their 5 victories they had over 25+ point difference on all of them, they basically screwed any team they faced without giving them a shot and really looking like a prime contender. However, there is also that one loss where they were leading 21 points and than LOST TO CHICAGO. I mean how weird you need to be to beat clippers, Sixers, wolves and so forth with 25+ point difference and than go out the field and lead the game with 21 points and lose to Chicago after that? They are really a wildcard, the roster actually doesn't look THAT good on paper and if it was like Orlando or something I would have already forget about them but when its spurs they somehow find a way back to playoffs.

Sometimes, overconfident kills. Even with how well they played in their previous games, when they play against a much lower team than they beat, they usually became complacent in a sense that they tend to relax and eventually loss the game.

[Caladonian]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

I dont think that will work or could work.
It is different with the super Miami before because Bosh could always give way and Wade have already experienced having a big man at his side which is Shaq.

But Lebron and Kawhi together with an AD? I doubt they can make some sense to them. It will also defy the balance of NBA which will make it boring only.

I would rather have Lebron + AD or Kawhi + AD rather than put them all in one team.
NBA is not Lakers only. They will be losing money if no one is watching the other teams.

If the deal will workout for this three to play together, west finals would be really much interesting to watch, Curry, Durant, and the boogeyman against  Lebron, Kawhi and AD, the game will be against coaches and how chemistry will be blend when super team will play against each other, just like watching NBA all star night..

[Baofeng]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

I dont think that will work or could work.
It is different with the super Miami before because Bosh could always give way and Wade have already experienced having a big man at his side which is Shaq.

But Lebron and Kawhi together with an AD? I doubt they can make some sense to them. It will also defy the balance of NBA which will make it boring only.

I would rather have Lebron + AD or Kawhi + AD rather than put them all in one team.
NBA is not Lakers only. They will be losing money if no one is watching the other teams.

Yes, I agree with your comments. A Lebron + Kawhi is not a good combination because they tend to play the same position so its going to be difficult to have them in the same team, imho. A Lebron + AD is a good option, however, Lakers will be losing some of its core including the young and developing players so it's going to be a hard decision for the management to let go of them just to catch AD or trade or free agency.

[Distinctin]

Spurs are going really weird, so far in their past 6 games they have managed to go 5-1 and on their 5 victories they had over 25+ point difference

They are improving and that makes them dangerous to every opponent.
It's consistency, but they will be tested tonight playing on the road against one of the best team in the NBA, which is the Rockets.
If they will remain hot and we believe it's gonna happen, the best thing to do is to bet with them to beat the Rockets.

[Reid]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

I dont think that will work or could work.
It is different with the super Miami before because Bosh could always give way and Wade have already experienced having a big man at his side which is Shaq.

But Lebron and Kawhi together with an AD? I doubt they can make some sense to them. It will also defy the balance of NBA which will make it boring only.

I would rather have Lebron + AD or Kawhi + AD rather than put them all in one team.
NBA is not Lakers only. They will be losing money if no one is watching the other teams.

If the deal will workout for this three to play together, west finals would be really much interesting to watch, Curry, Durant, and the boogeyman against  Lebron, Kawhi and AD, the game will be against coaches and how chemistry will be blend when super team will play against each other, just like watching NBA all star night..

It would be much better with all teams being balanced. I dont want to be just waiting for just 2 teams when there is so much skills around every team.
Look at Denver now. Just the addition of Jokic made them a strong team and gained a number 1 spot on the Western Conference.

In my opinion it would pull more fans going to each stadium of every team rather than a heavy traffic in LA and GS. It aint just about the television but also about the fans paying up for the seats. They need to pull some of those to get this players paid.

[GregH37]

I do not understand why people are making a huge deal out of Lebrons comments on Anthony Davis, they even went out to dinner out of spite as well.

Anthony Davis clearly said that he prefers legacy over money and would be willing to get a pay cut in order to get a ring and be a better HoF candidate in the future, Lebron is just a player who said he would love to play with AD, he specifically responded the owners comments with he would love to play with KD as well and Butler and named couple other people, I mean if you ask Lebron if he would love to play with AD of course he was suppose to say yes, what was he suppose to say "no I do not want to play with him"? And then owners made crude remarks like people are trying to steal their players.

I am sorry but if you have not improved a single bit since AD joined than pelicans deserve to let him go for free, they would have contended if they just built a proper team around him but they failed. I hope all small market teams find a way to realize this is not just a business but also there is a ring that players want, they are not going to let go of their championship dreams just so you can profit.

[gabmen]

I doubt AD will reject the contract given to him but there is no point of him not getting traded neither, they can do a sign and trade.

The problem is that Lakers are not willing to send any of their young players right now, it happened when Kawhi was the discussion, they didn't give any of their young players for someone like Kawhi who is a superstar and a MVP candidate, they of course rejected giving any of their young players for Trevor Ariza which kinda makes sense.

If they want to get someone like AD they will have to give some of their young players no matter what, AD won't come for free they need to spend some money for it or at least assets. Hence I think Lakers should start looking at their young core and start considering how much they worth. With Lebron+AD+Kawhi they could easily get the ring without a question.

I dont think that will work or could work.
It is different with the super Miami before because Bosh could always give way and Wade have already experienced having a big man at his side which is Shaq.

But Lebron and Kawhi together with an AD? I doubt they can make some sense to them. It will also defy the balance of NBA which will make it boring only.

I would rather have Lebron + AD or Kawhi + AD rather than put them all in one team.
NBA is not Lakers only. They will be losing money if no one is watching the other teams.

If the deal will workout for this three to play together, west finals would be really much interesting to watch, Curry, Durant, and the boogeyman against  Lebron, Kawhi and AD, the game will be against coaches and how chemistry will be blend when super team will play against each other, just like watching NBA all star night..

It would be much better with all teams being balanced. I dont want to be just waiting for just 2 teams when there is so much skills around every team.
Look at Denver now. Just the addition of Jokic made them a strong team and gained a number 1 spot on the Western Conference.

In my opinion it would pull more fans going to each stadium of every team rather than a heavy traffic in LA and GS. It aint just about the television but also about the fans paying up for the seats. They need to pull some of those to get this players paid.

Lol. Any of that happening would make the west pretty much the nba 🤣 though a trio of bron, kawhi and davis would not likely happen if with ball, ingram and kuzma still on the team. A potent combination of talent, experience and youth. Gsw's status as THE super team would greatly be overwhelmed.

[Oasisman]

Spurs are going really weird, so far in their past 6 games they have managed to go 5-1 and on their 5 victories they had over 25+ point difference

They are improving and that makes them dangerous to every opponent.
It's consistency, but they will be tested tonight playing on the road against one of the best team in the NBA, which is the Rockets.
If they will remain hot and we believe it's gonna happen, the best thing to do is to bet with them to beat the Rockets.

Nah, the Rockets had a bad start this year and I dont consider them as " one of the best" in the league this year. I more surprised and impressed with how the Nuggets improved this year.
On the other hand,  the Spurs is a consistent playoff continder with coach Pop as the head coach. Not a surprise for the Spurs to come out from a bad start. Coach Pop has always had a plan to gel his players together.

[btc_angela]

Spurs are going really weird, so far in their past 6 games they have managed to go 5-1 and on their 5 victories they had over 25+ point difference

They are improving and that makes them dangerous to every opponent.
It's consistency, but they will be tested tonight playing on the road against one of the best team in the NBA, which is the Rockets.
If they will remain hot and we believe it's gonna happen, the best thing to do is to bet with them to beat the Rockets.

Nah, the Rockets had a bad start this year and I dont consider them as " one of the best" in the league this year. I more surprised and impressed with how the Nuggets improved this year.
On the other hand,  the Spurs is a consistent playoff continder with coach Pop as the head coach. Not a surprise for the Spurs to come out from a bad start. Coach Pop has always had a plan to gel his players together.

Yes, the Rockets turn into just "another team" this year as compare to be one of the best. And that's why other teams have step up including the Denver Nuggets. As for the Spurs, I'm sure that they can make another play offs run again but it's going to be difficult to even go to the second round.

[raven7886]

Luka showed again why he was the youngest euroleague MVP. Dude really carries the Dallas team almost by himself, he definitely gets help from his teammates and I worry that his teammates will start to pass to him less and less because he is getting the praise and they are thrown in with the other useless players like they do nothing but to be honest they really do not provide that much to the table. Dallas has improved a lot from last year and yeah they had DJ and all that but if you ask me %50 of this improvement is thanks to Luka all by himself, dude really balls like he is 30 years old. The system euroleague has with young teams and players playing in euroleague type of games at even 16 years old and all that really improves the players mental attributes, NBA players are by far more athletic and all that but euroleague players develop mentally much faster.