2024 NBA Season

[gabmen]

Does somebody laugh out loud after Curry's slip and 3 point miss? For sure he will be a candidate for Shaqtin a Fool .

Hahaha. That is a rare situation where an all star player will be on a Shaqtin a Fool because of 2 fail plays. I can't stop myself from laughing when I watched the video .

Anyway, its expected that the Warriors will dominate on the road because the Lakers doesn't have some of their players like LBJ Rondo and Ball. Now that they are gone for the meantime, Kuzma, Ingram, Hart must step up right now. Zubac is stepping up already and they give him more minutes at this moment. He can help in defending inside the paint if he continues how he is playing right now.

It's not unusual at all. James harden and lbj have been consistently gracing shaqtin. Even steph has his own clips there as well. And the lakers would likely not get past the second round even with bron. They're strong on paper when complete but it'll take time before they become real contenders.

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[harizen]

With Russell Westbrook dominating the game and Lillard. Where he told him "He has been busting that ass for years!".
Which was hilarious to watch cause you can clearly see what he said without hearing him(no mics close by) and the look on Lillards face is priceless at the free throw line.

They really have a "word war" since 2011 if Im not mistaken. Westbrook never won on the Portland Trail Blazers arena (Moda) since that year and just broke the curse in their meetup last January 4 (or 5? Im not sure).

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

Just hoping he will be the same Victor Oladipo when come back. Undergoing surgery especially in lower area reduces player performance except with a dedication*.

Oladipo on his injury: "I just slipped and knew it was serious"

It's a season ending injury I guess and kind of "why??". Pacers is in good track this season sitting on a 32-15 WinLoss record and now this happened.

[rdbase]

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

I was really hurt about this.
I am a pure Oladipo fan. Darn it. It was his steps trying to stop Siakam. He lost control of his legs and made a bad landing with his knee.
I really hate to see that kind of event.

Since they are one of the best defensive team, it could also affect the bets since Oladipo is one of their stars. I guess we could also use this to our advantage.
The odds will surely change.

They still won the game and the odds didnt change that much since I bet on them in live betting while they were still up over 10 points late in the third quarter.
I'm glad they still managed to pull out the win with the injury to their star player Oladipo. Since the raptors made me lose their last game.
I didnt watch last night game but if the injury was as bad as everybody says it was then I glad I didnt see it when it happened.
I hate seeing these type of serious injuries because they can be career ending at times.

With Russell Westbrook dominating the game and Lillard. Where he told him "He has been busting that ass for years!".
Which was hilarious to watch cause you can clearly see what he said without hearing him(no mics close by) and the look on Lillards face is priceless at the free throw line.

They really have a "word war" since 2011 if Im not mistaken. Westbrook never won on the Portland Trail Blazers arena (Moda) since that year and just broke the curse in their meetup last January 4 (or 5? Im not sure).

Oladipo on his injury: "I just slipped and knew it was serious"

It's a season ending injury I guess and kind of "why??". Pacers is in good track this season sitting on a 32-15 WinLoss record and now this happened.

Westbrook and team are up against the pelicans tonight and the bookies have them for a definite win.
New Orleans played so bad last night against the pistons so I can see why they have them at near level odds for nothing to gain from betting on the thunder.

[mirakal]

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

I didn't watch the whole video you shared, I hate seeing that kind of serious injury, it could be a career ending but I hope he will recover like George and Hayward. Today, we have an advance medication so I guess he will be alright, but I still cannot watch it, 

NBA is not entertaining with these kind of injuries but it's a physical game so we can never discount the possibility. 

[Baofeng]

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

I didn't watch the whole video you shared, I hate seeing that kind of serious injury, it could be a career ending but I hope he will recover like George and Hayward. Today, we have an advance medication so I guess he will be alright, but I still cannot watch it, 

NBA is not entertaining with these kind of injuries but it's a physical game so we can never discount the possibility. 

Me too, I haven't seen both George and Hayward's fall, I don't know I got chills or something. I play basketball maybe that's why I hate to see players got injured like that. Well, besides the two, DRose already proved that anyone can get over those so called career injuries and still go and play at high level basketball. So we hope that Vic can get back next season and wish him the best.

[Golftech]

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

I didn't watch the whole video you shared, I hate seeing that kind of serious injury, it could be a career ending but I hope he will recover like George and Hayward. Today, we have an advance medication so I guess he will be alright, but I still cannot watch it, 

NBA is not entertaining with these kind of injuries but it's a physical game so we can never discount the possibility. 

That accident thing happen with Oladipo will change the path of his career, lets pray that same thing will happen to him as we seen how george and hayward recovers with serious injuries and still playing same alike with their prime, Oladipo is one of those players who brings momentum to his team
when he played well his team mates plays the same level, a big lost for indiana, prayers for this young star.

[rdbase]

As everyone knows Kawhi Leonard is one of those players which are important for their franchise teams whose contracts are ending after the season is over. Lakers and Lebron are looking for more of these players to join the team.
And with news today has Kawhi buying a home in Southern California.
https://dailyhive.com/toronto/raptors-kawhi-leonard-california-house
It is about two and half hours away from the Staples center but still. It is a possibility he might be picked up by LA on the offseason.

[TravelMug]

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

I didn't watch the whole video you shared, I hate seeing that kind of serious injury, it could be a career ending but I hope he will recover like George and Hayward. Today, we have an advance medication so I guess he will be alright, but I still cannot watch it, 

NBA is not entertaining with these kind of injuries but it's a physical game so we can never discount the possibility. 

That accident thing happen with Oladipo will change the path of his career, lets pray that same thing will happen to him as we seen how george and hayward recovers with serious injuries and still playing same alike with their prime, Oladipo is one of those players who brings momentum to his team
when he played well his team mates plays the same level, a big lost for indiana, prayers for this young star.

Right, the sad is that he injured right at the peak of his career. I'm not saying its a career ending injury, but I'm sure it will have a drastic effect on him psychologically. As someone mentioned, advancement has been made in sports science so that's a advantage for him.

It's really a big lost for Indiana as he is their franchise player, so they need to adjust and someone needs to step up to cover his absence.

[Japinat]

As everyone knows Kawhi Leonard is one of those players which are important for their franchise teams whose contracts are ending after the season is over. Lakers and Lebron are looking for more of these players to join the team.
And with news today has Kawhi buying a home in Southern California.
https://dailyhive.com/toronto/raptors-kawhi-leonard-california-house
It is about two and half hours away from the Staples center but still. It is a possibility he might be picked up by LA on the offseason.

That would be great, Lebron and Leonard playing together make them a tough team to beat.
Unfortunately, these are just rumors, there is no certain information that would link to a close possibility about signing with Lakers.

[livingfree]

That accident thing happen with Oladipo will change the path of his career, lets pray that same thing will happen to him as we seen how george and hayward recovers with serious injuries and still playing same alike with their prime, Oladipo is one of those players who brings momentum to his team
when he played well his team mates plays the same level, a big lost for indiana, prayers for this young star.

Not a fan of Oladipo but such injuries would really make me sad while looking on how painful it was. The scream that he did while sitting on the floor was over for me. Before the take off with Siakam, he's foot slid first that led him to unbalance position while moving.

Let's hope that there will be no more intense injuries like these players went through. I wish a quick recovery will happen to Oladipo and to the others that has it, whether it's minor or major injury.

[Reid]

Damn, after Paul George and Gordon Hayward injuries now major injury again happened in Pacers roster Victor Oladipo: https://www.facebook.com/kamotegamingph/videos/1985114361544446/

I didn't watch the whole video you shared, I hate seeing that kind of serious injury, it could be a career ending but I hope he will recover like George and Hayward. Today, we have an advance medication so I guess he will be alright, but I still cannot watch it, 

NBA is not entertaining with these kind of injuries but it's a physical game so we can never discount the possibility. 

It wasnt that bad when seen in the game. But with all the cameras somehow they got a better look at it. Still not bad though unlike how it is with Paul George.

It was like the kneecap of Oladipo just shaked and he really felt that his leg became like a rubber. Just imagining it already hurts.

How about Lakers now. Rondo is back and Kuzma cannot score.
Luke Walton might want to separate those two in his line up.
They were doing great without him and the energy is there. Now there is no more. If I were a Lakers player I will try to injure that finger of Rondo again while on the locker room.

[Viscore]

Lakers has no chance without Lebron James.
They were competing with the Timberwolves in the first 3 quarters but in the 4th they got dominated.
It's still a young team who doesn't know how to maintain the composure especially in the closing quarter... I just notice also that Timberwolves are getting better now since their head coach was fired, K-Town was very useful tonight dominating the paint.

[TravelMug]

As everyone knows Kawhi Leonard is one of those players which are important for their franchise teams whose contracts are ending after the season is over. Lakers and Lebron are looking for more of these players to join the team.
And with news today has Kawhi buying a home in Southern California.
https://dailyhive.com/toronto/raptors-kawhi-leonard-california-house
It is about two and half hours away from the Staples center but still. It is a possibility he might be picked up by LA on the offseason.

That would be great, Lebron and Leonard playing together make them a tough team to beat.
Unfortunately, these are just rumors, there is no certain information that would link to a close possibility about signing with Lakers.

I agree that this is just a rumour for now. Buying a house in California doesn't mean that Kawhi will instantly move to LA and join the Lakers.

He is doing great in Toronto so it doesn't make sense to move to another team. And the salary cap will be too much as well so I don't think its feasible at this point. Let him enjoy his MVP performance in Toronto and bring the Raptors to the ECF.

[rdbase]

As everyone knows Kawhi Leonard is one of those players which are important for their franchise teams whose contracts are ending after the season is over. Lakers and Lebron are looking for more of these players to join the team.
And with news today has Kawhi buying a home in Southern California.
https://dailyhive.com/toronto/raptors-kawhi-leonard-california-house
It is about two and half hours away from the Staples center but still. It is a possibility he might be picked up by LA on the offseason.

That would be great, Lebron and Leonard playing together make them a tough team to beat.
Unfortunately, these are just rumors, there is no certain information that would link to a close possibility about signing with Lakers.

I agree that this is just a rumour for now. Buying a house in California doesn't mean that Kawhi will instantly move to LA and join the Lakers.

He is doing great in Toronto so it doesn't make sense to move to another team. And the salary cap will be too much as well so I don't think its feasible at this point. Let him enjoy his MVP performance in Toronto and bring the Raptors to the ECF.

Agreed.
There are about 12 other big name players whom are going to be free agents which Lebron and LA are shopping around for.

[Natalim]

How about Lakers now. Rondo is back and Kuzma cannot score.
Luke Walton might want to separate those two in his line up.
They were doing great without him and the energy is there. Now there is no more. If I were a Lakers player I will try to injure that finger of Rondo again while on the locker room.

They need Lebron and without him the losing streak will continue.
We've seen how they play today, they are very aggressive at the beginning but when the opposing team had a double digit lead, they seem to relax on defense, they're not willing to win in a hard way, they are still very soft so they need a leader who can do all the things needed on the floor.

[rdbase]

How about Lakers now. Rondo is back and Kuzma cannot score.
Luke Walton might want to separate those two in his line up.
They were doing great without him and the energy is there. Now there is no more. If I were a Lakers player I will try to injure that finger of Rondo again while on the locker room.

They need Lebron and without him the losing streak will continue.
We've seen how they play today, they are very aggressive at the beginning but when the opposing team had a double digit lead, they seem to relax on defense, they're not willing to win in a hard way, they are still very soft so they need a leader who can do all the things needed on the floor.

Well said. And Ingram or Kuzma do not show this quality of a team leader. They are just to young to do it and the time Lebron has been away has shown it. They put Ingram in charge two games ago and they lost. Kuzma isnt a consistent player himself so he is not even considered.
Maybe a Lonzo Ball but he hasnt been around the league long enough to have the experience that comes in being a leader

[jossiel]

Let's talk about the NBA-All stars.

It's between Team Giannis Antetokounmpo and Team Lebron James. They have been selected as team captains for two sides.

Western Conference starters
Steph Curry (Warriors)
Kevin Durant (Warriors)
Paul George (Thunder)
James Harden (Rockets)
LeBron James (Lakers)

Eastern Conference starters
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)
Joel Embiid (76ers)
Kyrie Irving (Celtics)
Kawhi Leonard (Raptors)
Kemba Walker (Hornets)

Source: https://www.skysports.com/nba/news/36244/11616947/lebron-james-and-giannis-antetokounmpo-to-lead-nba-all-stars

What do you say? I'm with Team LBJ. 

[Natalim]

Let's talk about the NBA-All stars.

It's between Team Giannis Antetokounmpo and Team Lebron James. They have been selected as team captains for two sides.

Western Conference starters
Steph Curry (Warriors)
Kevin Durant (Warriors)
Paul George (Thunder)
James Harden (Rockets)
LeBron James (Lakers)

Eastern Conference starters
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Bucks)
Joel Embiid (76ers)
Kyrie Irving (Celtics)
Kawhi Leonard (Raptors)
Kemba Walker (Hornets)

Source: https://www.skysports.com/nba/news/36244/11616947/lebron-james-and-giannis-antetokounmpo-to-lead-nba-all-stars

What do you say? I'm with Team LBJ. 

Also rooting for the west to win. I'm surprise PG get the start but he deserved that spot since he has been playing like an MVP lately.
I wonder what the line would be for the West to win in the All star, I'll definitely put my bet on them regardless of the line.

So who will play the Center position, is it gonna be Lebron?

[davinchi]

There are two reasons why it doesn't really mean he is going to Lakers. First of all even though Lebron joined Lakers he had a house there for YEARS as far as his first Clevland times, which means even tough Lebron finally came here he had that house for years before coming here, Kawhi could join Lakers but also chance of him not joining for couple more years even maybe ever.

Also, another big point is that Kawhi maybe doesn't like the Lakers organizations way of handling his situation last season and wanted to be there but Lakers didn't give up on their young players to get Kawhi so maybe Kawhi still wants to be in Los Angeles (which is what he really wants) and could go to clippers.

Not like clippers is an amazing team but with Kawhi there and some more additions they could be a good playoff team, he already has both a ring and a fmvp so maybe playing on playoffs will be enough for him. Long story short a house in Los Angeles doesn't instantly means Lakers.

[Fredomago]

How about Lakers now. Rondo is back and Kuzma cannot score.
Luke Walton might want to separate those two in his line up.
They were doing great without him and the energy is there. Now there is no more. If I were a Lakers player I will try to injure that finger of Rondo again while on the locker room.

They need Lebron and without him the losing streak will continue.
We've seen how they play today, they are very aggressive at the beginning but when the opposing team had a double digit lead, they seem to relax on defense, they're not willing to win in a hard way, they are still very soft so they need a leader who can do all the things needed on the floor.

That's the problem with chemistry, they needed lebron to blend that with his leadership he can contribute the ball or he an easily attack to gain momentum, not sure about kuzma and rondo might need to play more along together and start communicating so when they needed each other's
back  they can contribute well, this losing streak needs not to be taking for granted, they need to go back in the winning streak.