2024 NBA Season

[TravelMug]

Looks like OKC is on a slide lately, Toronto beat them in OT 123-114. Westbrook came back strong with 42 points, and tie the score in regulation with a lay-up. Actually they have a chance to win the game, but his 3 was short. And then Toronto took over the OT game and never gave any breathing room for OKC. Siakam lead the way for the Raptors with 33 point together with 13 rebounds.

There's also another exciting game, Miami Heat snaps San Antonio 9 game winning streak with a big 110-105 win. For most part of the game, San Antonio trails, but pulled as close to three points in the last two minutes.

But then vintage Wade shows up again, stole the ball from DeRozan with 9.1 seconds left. Miami solidifies its final spot in the play-off with this win.

[Botnake]

Looks like OKC is on a slide lately, Toronto beat them in OT 123-114. Westbrook came back strong with 42 points, and tie the score in regulation with a lay-up. Actually they have a chance to win the game, but his 3 was short. And then Toronto took over the OT game and never gave any breathing room for OKC. Siakam lead the way for the Raptors with 33 point together with 13 rebounds.

There's also another exciting game, Miami Heat snaps San Antonio 9 game winning streak with a big 110-105 win. For most part of the game, San Antonio trails, but pulled as close to three points in the last two minutes.

But then vintage Wade shows up again, stole the ball from DeRozan with 9.1 seconds left. Miami solidifies its final spot in the play-off with this win.

Wade will have his last playoff appearance this off season and I'm very optimistic with that.
If they can make it to the last spot of the playoff ranking, it will be hard for them to beat the no. 1, as Giannis will surely not gonna give them a chance.

[TravelMug]

Looks like OKC is on a slide lately, Toronto beat them in OT 123-114. Westbrook came back strong with 42 points, and tie the score in regulation with a lay-up. Actually they have a chance to win the game, but his 3 was short. And then Toronto took over the OT game and never gave any breathing room for OKC. Siakam lead the way for the Raptors with 33 point together with 13 rebounds.

There's also another exciting game, Miami Heat snaps San Antonio 9 game winning streak with a big 110-105 win. For most part of the game, San Antonio trails, but pulled as close to three points in the last two minutes.

But then vintage Wade shows up again, stole the ball from DeRozan with 9.1 seconds left. Miami solidifies its final spot in the play-off with this win.

Wade will have his last playoff appearance this off season and I'm very optimistic with that.
If they can make it to the last spot of the playoff ranking, it will be hard for them to beat the no. 1, as Giannis will surely not gonna give them a chance.

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win.

[Malsetid]

Looks like OKC is on a slide lately, Toronto beat them in OT 123-114. Westbrook came back strong with 42 points, and tie the score in regulation with a lay-up. Actually they have a chance to win the game, but his 3 was short. And then Toronto took over the OT game and never gave any breathing room for OKC. Siakam lead the way for the Raptors with 33 point together with 13 rebounds.

There's also another exciting game, Miami Heat snaps San Antonio 9 game winning streak with a big 110-105 win. For most part of the game, San Antonio trails, but pulled as close to three points in the last two minutes.

But then vintage Wade shows up again, stole the ball from DeRozan with 9.1 seconds left. Miami solidifies its final spot in the play-off with this win.

Wade will have his last playoff appearance this off season and I'm very optimistic with that.
If they can make it to the last spot of the playoff ranking, it will be hard for them to beat the no. 1, as Giannis will surely not gonna give them a chance.

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win.

Yeah me too i'd love to see dwade make the playoffs and probably even advance to the second round lol. That's just the dwade fan in me speaking. The guy's done a lot for the game and the franchise and it would be very fitting to lead a playoff stint one last time. Unlike some of his draftmates lol 😝😝😝

[mirakal]

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win.

Do you love to see a big upset?

Me, I'd love too, and not only enjoying it with nothing in case this happens, might put a bet the Heat for the first round if they will meet.

[Jating]

Looks like OKC is on a slide lately, Toronto beat them in OT 123-114. Westbrook came back strong with 42 points, and tie the score in regulation with a lay-up. Actually they have a chance to win the game, but his 3 was short. And then Toronto took over the OT game and never gave any breathing room for OKC. Siakam lead the way for the Raptors with 33 point together with 13 rebounds.

There's also another exciting game, Miami Heat snaps San Antonio 9 game winning streak with a big 110-105 win. For most part of the game, San Antonio trails, but pulled as close to three points in the last two minutes.

But then vintage Wade shows up again, stole the ball from DeRozan with 9.1 seconds left. Miami solidifies its final spot in the play-off with this win.

Wade will have his last playoff appearance this off season and I'm very optimistic with that.
If they can make it to the last spot of the playoff ranking, it will be hard for them to beat the no. 1, as Giannis will surely not gonna give them a chance.

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win.

Yeah me too i'd love to see dwade make the playoffs and probably even advance to the second round lol. That's just the dwade fan in me speaking. The guy's done a lot for the game and the franchise and it would be very fitting to lead a playoff stint one last time. Unlike some of his draftmates lol 😝😝😝

It would be really a cinderella ending to DWade's legacy if ever they can upset the Bucks. Just last one dance before calling it a day. However, Bucks is really looking solid behind Giannis so I don't think that there are upsets in round 1 of the playoffs for Milwaukee.

[Ranly123]

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Most of his points are coming from the FT.
It seems like he already mastered the move to caught his opponent to commit foul, he should be credited for that.

However, I don't see him as GOAT yet, he needs to prove that he can win championship and this season he has another chance to do it.

Harden is a sensational player in this era. From his step back three pointers to his masterful foul baiting. Somehow, winning championship is beyond his control. It's a total team effort to win it and hopefully harden can find ways to put together his team and win the championship this season.

[boyptc]

Chill GSW people, they have a match later against Timberwolves.

They can retrieve that lost they made with Spurs.

Actually it doesn't matter to me now. They already secured a playoff spot so i'm just waiting for it. What matters to me now is will KD left the GSW after this season. We all know GSW is still dominant even without him but they have a higher chance in getting Grandslam if ever KD will stay. Hope he is.

With the rankings yes but that last lost they had seemed to be meaningful to most fans.

Anyway, they've won against TWolves.

[sana54210]

Harden becomes the "SECOND" player after Michael Jordan in 1987, he scored 30+ on all teams and averaged I think 37 points a game that season with both a lot less three pointers than harden, a lot less free throws as and a lot less and ones as well. Considering how many three point ISO harden had and how many free throws he had, what Michael Jordan achieved and what Harden did is not remotely similar.

So, forgetting about Jordans' 87 season and saying harden is the first person to do that is just pure fanboyness, hell you think wilt averaging 50+ points a game did not manage to grab 30+ against everyone? Really? OF COURSE it wasn't the first time this was done, it was just first time since 1987 and that is still a big big accomplishment but lets not destroy all time greats seasons just to make Harden look good, dude is just the only scorer on a team that keeps on passing to him to ISO, it would be weird if he didn't scored 30+ every game.

[BitBustah]

I strongly feel that many players do not care about winning,  They play just to collect their millions and give a half hearted attempt at trying.  I don't really blame them, people are struggling to survive and here you are pulling in millions for throwing a ball at a metal rim.

Not everyone in the league got a max contract, you need to prove yourself first to the management that your talent worth millions of dollars. But, believe me man, once youre in the league you really care about winning, who doesnt? Thats their passion turned into profit, that means winning first before money.
When you start winning, not only the league would offer you millions of dollars, but also from commercials like signing an offers from a shoe brand. Thereafter you need to always give your best not to lose those offer.

I know people that are in the business and are constantly around these professionals.  Some people like Kobe Bryant truly care about winning but many athletes just treat it like a job and are there to do the bare minimum and get paid.

[morvillz7z]

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Just to throw a few more facts here. Larry Bird has also scored 30 or more points against each team in the league in his amazing career. What makes the accomplishment of Harden different is that he did it against 29 teams, opposed to MJ and Bird against 22/23 teams (not sure how many but definitely before the 90s expansion era).

[Xenrise]

Harden becomes the "SECOND" player after Michael Jordan in 1987, he scored 30+ on all teams

Did Michael Jordan did that 30+ points on all NBA teams in just one season? I think Harden is the first one to do that. But for the whole career of Michael Jordan I believe he  did that.

averaged I think 37 points a game that season with both a lot less three pointers than harden, a lot less free throws as and a lot less and ones as well.

MJ is really special with that performance, so clutch and shooter in mid-range. But, in today's NBA, players were thought to shoot more 3 not mid range. The game has changed. And about Harden's free throw, that's one of his play, getting a trip to the line. One game he had, he has no free throw as in 0-0 FT/FTM, and had I think below 30 points.

[Oasisman]

I strongly feel that many players do not care about winning,  They play just to collect their millions and give a half hearted attempt at trying.  I don't really blame them, people are struggling to survive and here you are pulling in millions for throwing a ball at a metal rim.

Not everyone in the league got a max contract, you need to prove yourself first to the management that your talent worth millions of dollars. But, believe me man, once youre in the league you really care about winning, who doesnt? Thats their passion turned into profit, that means winning first before money.
When you start winning, not only the league would offer you millions of dollars, but also from commercials like signing an offers from a shoe brand. Thereafter you need to always give your best not to lose those offer.

I know people that are in the business and are constantly around these professionals.  Some people like Kobe Bryant truly care about winning but many athletes just treat it like a job and are there to do the bare minimum and get paid.

Maybe yes, maybe no, or most of them arent in the same level as Kobe. You can actually see a lot of mediocre players around the league due to the fact that most of the superstar teammates deprived them to unlock their full potential, thus making them look a bit like they havent done something to win. But, yeah I somehow believed that  some of them got used to just being get paid to do the job, also the reason why they got sent back to the Development League.

[peter0425]

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Most of his points are coming from the FT.
It seems like he already mastered the move to caught his opponent to commit foul, he should be credited for that.

However, I don't see him as GOAT yet, he needs to prove that he can win championship and this season he has another chance to do it.

Harden is a sensational player in this era. From his step back three pointers to his masterful foul baiting. Somehow, winning championship is beyond his control. It's a total team effort to win it and hopefully harden can find ways to put together his team and win the championship this season.

Well if he can't win at least one right that those stats are nothing to be proud of. In the next 10 years, or after he retires, he will just be remembered as just another pure scorer and good player. Similar to Barkley or Ewing in the past. Good player but not that elite.

[Reid]

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Hot hands, ball hog and some drama. Yeah, that is all what it takes to do that kind of act.

I dont really get the referees. Why do those kind of flops still works on them thinking he was just doing the same thing over and over again.
Got me thinking that NBA is really getting softer just like what others talk about in Twitter.
They should really make some new rules about this. Or they could raise the fine on flopping.

The fines would increase to $30,000 for a fifth offense, when a suspension would also be considered. In the playoffs, players are fined $5,000 for their first flopping offense, $10,000 for a second, $15,000 for a third, and $30,000 for a fourth. Any player who flops five or more times could be suspended.

These are just small numbers for this players who gets millions of dollars a year.

[harizen]

...saying harden is the first person to do that is just pure fanboyness, ..

You are taking it too much. Chill.

Literally, Harden is the first "against the 29 teams" because we have more teams now, 30 teams. Jordan and Wilt (who did that lots of times in different team in a season), no doubt can do that too before if teams back then is about 29+. Jordan did that in much fewer teams so he is first on that season. Wilt too.

We will disregard too how they able to do that, even those GODS make 100+ points every game, since it's just a record. No comparison. Most people already knows that Harden's flops contribute to that 30+ points in every game, as I mentioned too.

Again, "record".

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Hot hands, ball hog and some drama. Yeah, that is all what it takes to do that kind of act.

Yeah as long as Harden seeing that act as effective, no way he will stopped.

But they key for a changed here is the refs itself. No way Harden will continue his drama if refs won't take that easily.

And because we are discussing Harden here...... "2 free throws for Harden!".

That's how soft it is lol.

[Ziskinberg]

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

[TravelMug]

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win.

Do you love to see a big upset?

Me, I'd love too, and not only enjoying it with nothing in case this happens, might put a bet the Heat for the first round if they will meet.

Of course, hehehe. I'm sure as gamblers we really love to bet on those underdogs.

Yeah, probably just put a bet on them and see what happens. We would love to see Wade doing the impossible or some sort of miracle if they will be able to upset the top seed in the East.

[Botnake]

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win.

Do you love to see a big upset?

Me, I'd love too, and not only enjoying it with nothing in case this happens, might put a bet the Heat for the first round if they will meet.

Of course, hehehe. I'm sure as gamblers we really love to bet on those underdogs.

Yeah, probably just put a bet on them and see what happens. We would love to see Wade doing the impossible or some sort of miracle if they will be able to upset the top seed in the East.

Bucks are overrated, people think Giannis can easily carry his team for the win, so this makes the Heat underrated.
They have veteran players that has good playoff experience so for sure they will show up more in playoffs time.

Bucks is the best team in the NBA with 53-19 record and they should be heavily favored to win this match up.

[Baofeng]

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

The lead even ballooned to 32 points at one point if I'm not mistaken. Durant was sharp and it's funny to see Cousins after taking the rebound, bringing the ball down. He really did bring a lot on this team but there are moment in the game wherein I thought he will be injured again. Anyways, it's fun to watch Warriors playing defence as well and never give the Pacers any chance to steal this one from them.