2025 NBA Season

[btc_angela]

I just don't know how Mike will assign his 2 superstars. PG and Harden are playing both PG. While Harden is really an SG, he is the acting PG when Chris Paul is out on the floor (and even when CP3 was there, he does playing PG).

I don't think it does matter to the kind of gameplay by Mike D'Antoni.
Even 3 point guards will work for him.
It is just that Westbrook is in a different kind of league. Sure he does made some changes when PG13 was by his side in OKC but still there is that habit of him which is going back.
Let us see though. Some player could change if they feel their retirement will go south.

So at this point, the East is still not that strong. It will be easier to get on the playoffs in that side of US.

I still hold in my opinion that this is not a good move from Houston, simply because of my argument that two ball hog players will not co exist. That's how they designed themselves so I think Houston made a bad move here, Harden-Westbrook will be worst that Harden-CP3.

[LogitechMouse]

What is next with the Rockets. A ball hog to another. It will be a mess. I just hope Mike D'Antoni could discipline this two.

This is what I'm thinking that is why I'm asking all of you if they will sync with each other. They are playing the same way. Shooting, Passing rebounding. 2 MVP caliber players in the same team has risk but if Coach Mike can discipline these two and make sync with each other, they can be a championship caliber and can go to the NBA Finals next season.

[Baofeng]

I just don't know how Mike will assign his 2 superstars. PG and Harden are playing both PG. While Harden is really an SG, he is the acting PG when Chris Paul is out on the floor (and even when CP3 was there, he does playing PG).

I don't think it does matter to the kind of gameplay by Mike D'Antoni.
Even 3 point guards will work for him.
It is just that Westbrook is in a different kind of league. Sure he does made some changes when PG13 was by his side in OKC but still there is that habit of him which is going back.
Let us see though. Some player could change if they feel their retirement will go south.

So at this point, the East is still not that strong. It will be easier to get on the playoffs in that side of US.

I still hold in my opinion that this is not a good move from Houston, simply because of my argument that two ball hog players will not co exist. That's how they designed themselves so I think Houston made a bad move here, Harden-Westbrook will be worst that Harden-CP3.

If Russ has the mentality of Lebron James when he joined Miami or Durant when he team up with Curry then they could have success in the future. I don't know if the two are close outside of the basketball court because it is only one important factor that can really help. Relationships are not just build inside the court, players team up because they have been talking outside frequently. And it makes them easy to get along and understand each role inside the court and chase their ultimate dream of winning a ring. Then it might work.

[btc_angela]

I just don't know how Mike will assign his 2 superstars. PG and Harden are playing both PG. While Harden is really an SG, he is the acting PG when Chris Paul is out on the floor (and even when CP3 was there, he does playing PG).

I don't think it does matter to the kind of gameplay by Mike D'Antoni.
Even 3 point guards will work for him.
It is just that Westbrook is in a different kind of league. Sure he does made some changes when PG13 was by his side in OKC but still there is that habit of him which is going back.
Let us see though. Some player could change if they feel their retirement will go south.

So at this point, the East is still not that strong. It will be easier to get on the playoffs in that side of US.

I still hold in my opinion that this is not a good move from Houston, simply because of my argument that two ball hog players will not co exist. That's how they designed themselves so I think Houston made a bad move here, Harden-Westbrook will be worst that Harden-CP3.

If Russ has the mentality of Lebron James when he joined Miami or Durant when he team up with Curry then they could have success in the future. I don't know if the two are close outside of the basketball court because it is only one important factor that can really help. Relationships are not just build inside the court, players team up because they have been talking outside frequently. And it makes them easy to get along and understand each role inside the court and chase their ultimate dream of winning a ring. Then it might work.

Ok good argument but have we seen them off court tho? Maybe some casuals "hi" or "what's up", kinda greetings but I doubt that they have something to talk about off the court. Russ Westbrook doesn't offer anything new to the Rockets, he doesn't have a good jump shot and also choke like Harden.

[bisdak40]

What is next with the Rockets. A ball hog to another. It will be a mess. I just hope Mike D'Antoni could discipline this two.

This is what I'm thinking that is why I'm asking all of you if they will sync with each other. They are playing the same way. Shooting, Passing rebounding. 2 MVP caliber players in the same team has risk but if Coach Mike can discipline these two and make sync with each other, they can be a championship caliber and can go to the NBA Finals next season.

The Rockets management is gambling here, it's championship for these duo or another bust. With Paul and Harden, the Rockets did not reached the Finals while we all know how good  a point guard Paul is, so maybe this experiment might work well for the Rockets next season. This is not easy for these two superstars to change their game but for me they just have to continue what they do best and have fun and maybe this will yield positive result.

[Botnake]

What is next with the Rockets. A ball hog to another. It will be a mess. I just hope Mike D'Antoni could discipline this two.

This is what I'm thinking that is why I'm asking all of you if they will sync with each other. They are playing the same way. Shooting, Passing rebounding. 2 MVP caliber players in the same team has risk but if Coach Mike can discipline these two and make sync with each other, they can be a championship caliber and can go to the NBA Finals next season.

The Rockets management is gambling here, it's championship for these duo or another bust. With Paul and Harden, the Rockets did not reached the Finals while we all know how good  a point guard Paul is, so maybe this experiment might work well for the Rockets next season. This is not easy for these two superstars to change their game but for me they just have to continue what they do best and have fun and maybe this will yield positive result.

We will certainly see some big surprises here, these are two MVP playing to together, therefore we can say that they have the talent already and I think they just have to find the chemistry and play whatever the coach design them to play.

In the end, they are just players, the coach are the one designing the play and they just have to follower orders, that if they want to remain with the team.

[Reid]

I still hold in my opinion that this is not a good move from Houston, simply because of my argument that two ball hog players will not co exist. That's how they designed themselves so I think Houston made a bad move here, Harden-Westbrook will be worst that Harden-CP3.

Same with me. But we need to give it a chance.

This is what I'm thinking that is why I'm asking all of you if they will sync with each other. They are playing the same way. Shooting, Passing rebounding. 2 MVP caliber players in the same team has risk but if Coach Mike can discipline these two and make sync with each other, they can be a championship caliber and can go to the NBA Finals next season.

It will be a long summer. They still have enough time to find their chemistry.
The good thing is these two are ex team mates. Maybe there will be offers to Mike D'Antoni about how they do it before when they are both in the floor.

It is difficult to tell by now. But they will have a lot of years together. If Westbrook can keep up with Harden then it could be a great duo.
Two are both agile. Maybe they could stop Harden from making 300 dribbles before he shoots the ball.

[Bttzed03]

It has been a while since I heard or read anything about the former no. 1 draft pick, Anthony Bennett. He will be playing with Harden and Westbrook next season. I hope the kid can really deliver with his new team.

[jakelyson]

Maybe they could stop Harden from making 300 dribbles before he shoots the ball.

Easier said than done. Remember, this was the cause of the rift between him and CP. Harden just do not want to play off the ball.

But I think they have the individual talents needed to make into the championship. It will be a hard task for the coach to make these two superstars blend together but it can be done. If they can work together, they have solid role players on their back.

[FanEagle]

CP3 seems to be stuck on Thunder for now. They are trying to find a way to get rid of him but it looks like it is not going to happen anytime soon because his contract is so big and he is the president of NBPA so he will not just waive his rights or get bought out so he will have to get traded in order to not count for the cap and that is very difficult.

OKC wants to get as many picks as they can and right now they have 14 first round picks and 4 pick swaps until 2026 plus god knows how many second round picks with it, if they decide to unload Chris Paul somehow then they would have to give up some picks as well and that doesn't really makes sense at all, if they want to rebuild they need picks so if they trade away picks to get rid of cp3 then what is the point of getting so many picks to begin with? I really wonder they will end up doing eventually.

[peter0425]

What is next with the Rockets. A ball hog to another. It will be a mess. I just hope Mike D'Antoni could discipline this two.

This is what I'm thinking that is why I'm asking all of you if they will sync with each other. They are playing the same way. Shooting, Passing rebounding. 2 MVP caliber players in the same team has risk but if Coach Mike can discipline these two and make sync with each other, they can be a championship caliber and can go to the NBA Finals next season.

The Rockets management is gambling here, it's championship for these duo or another bust. With Paul and Harden, the Rockets did not reached the Finals while we all know how good  a point guard Paul is, so maybe this experiment might work well for the Rockets next season. This is not easy for these two superstars to change their game but for me they just have to continue what they do best and have fun and maybe this will yield positive result.

They have their chances, unfortunately, Golden State is too much for them and then those two superstars clash and one has to leave. Another negative for CP3 is that he is no longer young. As far as Houston getting Westbrook yes it is really a gamble for them, but we can't blame them are they wanted to make the team better().

[FlightyPouch]

It has been a while since I heard or read anything about the former no. 1 draft pick, Anthony Bennett. He will be playing with Harden and Westbrook next season. I hope the kid can really deliver with his new team.

That is Harden though. The statement here should be, I hope that Harden let Anthony Bennett play with the ball. I mean, he's Harden. Speaking of first pick, Zion is injured? It may not be that serious but I think that can be dangerous for the team in the future games.

[Janation]

How interesting the previous match it will be more fun and entertainment if anyone is like me then share your thoughts because I am not a complete interested person in NBA but the previous match was very interesting for me.

What match? You mean the recent NBA Finals?

It is not fun or entertaining for me. You know why? Players are getting injured and that is sad and disappointing, not only for themselves but also for their team and their teammates. It is not that they are to blame but that really is so sad. Even their opponent team are sad knowing that. At the other side if story, the other did their best and that is why they deserve the trophy.

[Baofeng]

How interesting the previous match it will be more fun and entertainment if anyone is like me then share your thoughts because I am not a complete interested person in NBA but the previous match was very interesting for me.

You are late mate, you just go go back read and see the discussions of the previous finals. Anyone read the news that OKC is looking for Paul to be traded ASAP?

https://sports.yahoo.com/report-thunder-looking-to-trade-chris-paul-as-soon-as-they-can-175335760.html

The report says that the potential team should be Miami, oh well, too bad for this veteran point guard, I mean he can still play but it looks like OKC just wanted to get rid of Westbrook. And then will trade CP3 to build a new roster for next coming years and definitely the ageing play maker is not part of it.

[Janation]

How interesting the previous match it will be more fun and entertainment if anyone is like me then share your thoughts because I am not a complete interested person in NBA but the previous match was very interesting for me.

You are late mate, you just go go back read and see the discussions of the previous finals. Anyone read the news that OKC is looking for Paul to be traded ASAP?

https://sports.yahoo.com/report-thunder-looking-to-trade-chris-paul-as-soon-as-they-can-175335760.html

The report says that the potential team should be Miami, oh well, too bad for this veteran point guard, I mean he can still play but it looks like OKC just wanted to get rid of Westbrook. And then will trade CP3 to build a new roster for next coming years and definitely the ageing play maker is not part of it.

I feel bad for Chris.

What's up with that? He's still doing great. I don't know what to say, all I know is that obviously, with that big contract, deals will be hard to lay out.

[joshy23]

How interesting the previous match it will be more fun and entertainment if anyone is like me then share your thoughts because I am not a complete interested person in NBA but the previous match was very interesting for me.

You are late mate, you just go go back read and see the discussions of the previous finals. Anyone read the news that OKC is looking for Paul to be traded ASAP?

https://sports.yahoo.com/report-thunder-looking-to-trade-chris-paul-as-soon-as-they-can-175335760.html

The report says that the potential team should be Miami, oh well, too bad for this veteran point guard, I mean he can still play but it looks like OKC just wanted to get rid of Westbrook. And then will trade CP3 to build a new roster for next coming years and definitely the ageing play maker is not part of it.

I feel bad for Chris.

What's up with that? He's still doing great. I don't know what to say, all I know is that obviously, with that big contract, deals will be hard to lay out.

Building a team needs to have a huge cap so if that's how OKC will deal to CP3 then he don't have any other options for that he just need to go with the flow and play to whichever teams he will be landed, who knows, maybe he can manage to takeover and make a good hype to his career playing to a new team

[LogitechMouse]

How interesting the previous match it will be more fun and entertainment if anyone is like me then share your thoughts because I am not a complete interested person in NBA but the previous match was very interesting for me.

You are late mate, you just go go back read and see the discussions of the previous finals. Anyone read the news that OKC is looking for Paul to be traded ASAP?

https://sports.yahoo.com/report-thunder-looking-to-trade-chris-paul-as-soon-as-they-can-175335760.html

The report says that the potential team should be Miami, oh well, too bad for this veteran point guard, I mean he can still play but it looks like OKC just wanted to get rid of Westbrook. And then will trade CP3 to build a new roster for next coming years and definitely the ageing play maker is not part of it.

I feel bad for Chris.

What's up with that? He's still doing great. I don't know what to say, all I know is that obviously, with that big contract, deals will be hard to lay out.

CP3 didn't use his full potential when is with the Rockets because of Harden and now is traded already, maybe he can redeem himself. Remember when he is on the Clippers.

I think the Thunder wants to rebuild their roster so the traded Westbrook and find another point guard.

[rosezionjohn]

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The report says that the potential team should be Miami, oh well, too bad for this veteran point guard, I mean he can still play but it looks like OKC just wanted to get rid of Westbrook. And then will trade CP3 to build a new roster for next coming years and definitely the ageing play maker is not part of it.

What's up with that? He's still doing great. I don't know what to say, all I know is that obviously, with that big contract, deals will be hard to lay out.

CP3 didn't use his full potential when is with the Rockets because of Harden and now is traded already, maybe he can redeem himself. Remember when he is on the Clippers.

With all his previous antics, It is becoming apparent that most team would not want Chris to lead their roster. The guy is also past his prime already and keeps getting injured. It's not worth it to keep his expensive contract.

[Reid]

With all his previous antics, It is becoming apparent that most team would not want Chris to lead their roster. The guy is also past his prime already and keeps getting injured. It's not worth it to keep his expensive contract.

I get it with the expensive price. But to say he is not worth it?
Cmon! CP3 is one of the best pointguards out there. Let us face it. He just dont have that right team to win a championship.

One more thing. He aint like Carmelo Anthony who will not play if he will just be in the 2nd team.
CP3 had already swallowed his pride and we can see it with his plays and minutes in the Rockets team.

He is willing to lead the 2nd team and a lot of 6th man have a large contract just like him. Besides, the Rockets team is the one who offered him that price. He is still good. Just being under rated by now for age and past injuries. Add the non championship record too.

[rosezionjohn]

With all his previous antics, It is becoming apparent that most team would not want Chris to lead their roster. The guy is also past his prime already and keeps getting injured. It's not worth it to keep his expensive contract.

I get it with the expensive price. But to say he is not worth it?
Cmon! CP3 is one of the best pointguards out there. Let us face it. He just dont have that right team to win a championship.

If healthy he's one of the best on the court but base on the Rockets decision and the Thunder's plan to off load, he might not be worth the risk. We can have a different opinion on whether or not he had the right team, he had a good chance to lead the clippers and also the rockets.