2024 NBA Season

[Kasabus]

It's an early celebration for their coming championship this season.

yeah its too early because the real battle is in the playoffs.

Just one wrong move which they make could lose all the efforts of taking the 1st spot or the 2nd spot in the season.
It wont matter anymore and wont be written in history.

This is also why they are saving energies of their superstar and somehow keeping them safe to avoid injuries.
They are already preparing them for the playoffs even though it is still far away.

The real value of Lebron James will be seen in the playoffs, once he is in the playoffs in the past few season, he always get to the NBA finals, just last season he miss the playoffs so probably he would be in the Finals this season too, however, the journey would be harder because he is the West, if he was able to dominate the teams in the East when he was still playing with the Heat and the Cavaliers, in the West its gonna be a different story.

[Finestream]

Just one wrong move which they make could lose all the efforts of taking the 1st spot or the 2nd spot in the season.

The Lakers are already winning, we can't question their consistency now as they are holding the best record in the league, Lakers had never had this kind of run last season so its expected that they will be in the playoffs.

Maybe there are possibilities that they will miss again this season if Lebron James will be injured and will not be able to play for like months, but hopefully it will not happen and based on Lebron's history, he never had any serious injury so let's rate that as "less likely" to happen.

[Jating]

James had another monster games against the Hawks, almost getting a triple double with 33 points, 12 assists and 7 rebounds, and six other players in double digits. Blistering start for them in the first quarter, I thought that Hawks won't score at least 10 point in that quarter.

They try to get closer when Bron in not playing inside and trim the lead, however when he return, he restore the lead again. Good win for the Lakers the score 122-101.

Very impressive appearance from LeBron and in this game there is a special guest at the Staples Center today, Kobe Bryant coming up with his daughter watched the game in front and had a handshake with LeBron during the match.

Lebron makes it more entertaining carrying 33 points and those amazing 3's. Lakers have a good blend of chemistry, they are enjoying the game
and they are sharing the ball, the system is really working with Lebron creating the play and making good space to his teammates.

That Handshake with Kobe shows respect from Lebron, And that acknowledgement from the crowd Kobe really being love by the lakers fans..

Lebron if he could bring championships to the Lakers will also get the same acknowledgement from the Lakers fans, Magic and Kobe seems to be the favourite today but I'm sure Lebron will have his team if he can bring another trophy for the Lakers fans.

Yup, it was really an impressive show by Lebron specially his outside shooting. Speaking of Kobe's daughter, just watch this, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3F9zB-t1cHQ.  , taking a fadeaway just like his dad.

[Fatunad]

Just one wrong move which they make could lose all the efforts of taking the 1st spot or the 2nd spot in the season.

The Lakers are already winning, we can't question their consistency now as they are holding the best record in the league, Lakers had never had this kind of run last season so its expected that they will be in the playoffs.

Maybe there are possibilities that they will miss again this season if Lebron James will be injured and will not be able to play for like months, but hopefully it will not happen and based on Lebron's history, he never had any serious injury so let's rate that as "less likely" to happen.

The Lakers never had a record like that since kobe was about to retiring i think that was 9 years ago. Very much sure they will secure a spot in the playoffs all they need to do is be healthy for the rest of the season and they might as well do what the clippers is doing with the load management for their superstars.

[joshy23]

It would have been interesting to see Kobe and LeBron playing at the same time in Lakers. It is known that LeBron was Kobe's successor. But 5 years younger version, Kobe is around 35 which is old and past his prime. I'm afraid the salary cap won't be enough too unless Davis is not joining them. I still think old Kobe plus LeBron and Davis aren't enough to beat that healthy KD-Curry-Klay combo.  

I don't think its gonna happen, Kobe would demand the ball and the Lakers will loss, lol..
Let's give Kobe his retirement, he already past his prime and he retired because of ankle injury which limited his capability in the court.

To lead the Lakers, it should be Lebron because we are already seeing now that they might be a championship contender.

Agree to that, Kobe even he can contribute but his age and that ankle injury will limit his capabilities. We already seeing another championship
contender being formed by Lebron and Davis, if they both continue to have healthy conditions they probably can bring Lakers to the top and
chance to compete for the title and win.

Let Kobe rest and enjoy watching his successor to bring his team back to the champion caliber team.

[bestcoins1]

James had another monster games against the Hawks, almost getting a triple double with 33 points, 12 assists and 7 rebounds, and six other players in double digits. Blistering start for them in the first quarter, I thought that Hawks won't score at least 10 point in that quarter.

They try to get closer when Bron in not playing inside and trim the lead, however when he return, he restore the lead again. Good win for the Lakers the score 122-101.

Very impressive appearance from LeBron and in this game there is a special guest at the Staples Center today, Kobe Bryant coming up with his daughter watched the game in front and had a handshake with LeBron during the match.

I was thinking, If Kobe is 5 years younger and still playing in the NBA today, is it possible for LeBron and Kobe to play in the same team? Specifically in LA Lakers. I mean the NBA trend today is like having a constellation of stars on one team. Teams who have 3 or 4 allstars. And if LeBron and Kobe both played in LA, can they beat a healthy 2018 GSW team?

that could have happened because in his interview LeBron admired Kobe and Kobe was an example of a true lakers player. but that seems difficult, it's become more exciting if one is on the clippers so that the competition between the two players and club more higher lol

[cryptoaddictchie]

Hi guys any thoughts on the upcoming match of La Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunders? OKC isn't that weak team but some betting contest give them huge plus on odds. Like our prediction group in our Local, OKC has a + 8.5 score points against Clippers.

I know somehow Clippers will triumph since their team has really have some advantage over OKC. Also, we dont know if Leonard will play on this match. I bet on OKC knowing this team can always caught up in a deadly match but not expecting to win on this game. How about you guys? Any thoughts about this?

[Finestream]

Just one wrong move which they make could lose all the efforts of taking the 1st spot or the 2nd spot in the season.

The Lakers are already winning, we can't question their consistency now as they are holding the best record in the league, Lakers had never had this kind of run last season so its expected that they will be in the playoffs.

Maybe there are possibilities that they will miss again this season if Lebron James will be injured and will not be able to play for like months, but hopefully it will not happen and based on Lebron's history, he never had any serious injury so let's rate that as "less likely" to happen.

The Lakers never had a record like that since kobe was about to retiring i think that was 9 years ago. Very much sure they will secure a spot in the playoffs all they need to do is be healthy for the rest of the season and they might as well do what the clippers is doing with the load management for their superstars.

It's been a while, after the Lakers won a championship with Gasol, Odom, and Fisher, the Lakers were never an exciting to watch anymore especially when Kobe got injured and decrease his production. Now, we are seeing a healthy team with Lebron and AD and LA are so lucky they have 2 super teams in their city and these 2 also are the heavy favorites to win an NBA championship this season.

[Reid]

Hi guys any thoughts on the upcoming match of La Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunders? OKC isn't that weak team but some betting contest give them huge plus on odds. Like our prediction group in our Local, OKC has a + 8.5 score points against Clippers.

I know somehow Clippers will triumph since their team has really have some advantage over OKC. Also, we dont know if Leonard will play on this match. I bet on OKC knowing this team can always caught up in a deadly match but not expecting to win on this game. How about you guys? Any thoughts about this?

High risk, high profit.
We don't really know what could happen.

OKC is not my kind of team and that is why I dont bet with them.
But if you are doubting the strength of the Clippers then OKC might really have some chance.
I dont think Kawhi is going to play. But PG13 is already there playing.
The odds skyrockets when that happened. Clippers might really win, it is the +8.5 which have chances at garbage time.

[FanEagle]

Finals will be the hardest for Lakers, even harder than actually beating whoever comes from finals. Celtics are once again very good because they got rid of Kyrie Irving who was creating problems and got Kemba instead who is amazingly happy to be in a good team but no matter who comes from East I feel like unless there are injuries like last year the team that comes from west will win it all.

Clippers is still awesome but they are not playing "awesome" so far or at least not as well as they could, we haven't seen a 100% healthy clippers all year. Lakers versus Clippers with no injuries on both sides for 7 games in a row would be the most fun series we had in years. Hopefully, both teams could handle the load management and get their teams healthy into playoffs.

[Harlot]

Hi guys any thoughts on the upcoming match of La Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunders? OKC isn't that weak team but some betting contest give them huge plus on odds. Like our prediction group in our Local, OKC has a + 8.5 score points against Clippers.

I know somehow Clippers will triumph since their team has really have some advantage over OKC. Also, we dont know if Leonard will play on this match. I bet on OKC knowing this team can always caught up in a deadly match but not expecting to win on this game. How about you guys? Any thoughts about this?

I know that Kawhi Leonard is still questionable for this game but if you see the Clippers team overall with PG you know he can handle OKC. They won against Atlanta by 49 points and they themselves are not a bad team what more if Kawhi becomes available. Both of them playing together for LAC would be a disaster for Oklahoma even if they have a good defensive team. My bet is with the Clippers side even if Paul George would be the only one playing in their duo.

[Red_Evil]

The bad news (AGAIN) for the supporters of Warriors, because they couldn't see D'Angelo Russell play until the end of November because he had suffered a thumb injury. The team announced today that D'Lo has undergone an MRI and as a result, he experienced a Sprained Thumb, during the match against the Boston Celtics.
GWS again and again

GSW can't catch a break. Another player added to the injury list. This is truly a bad year for the warriors. Their first season in Chase Center is not looking good. That is just a few weeks anyway. Hope he gets back stronger.

Anyone else noticing that Giannis is slowly improving on his 3 pts percentage? He is 32% this season, way ahead of his 25% last season. If he continues to improve his 3 points shooting, Bucks will be a monster team offensively.

Too bad for the Warriors, I guess they won't make the playoff this year.

As for Giannis, yes he has improved a lot on his 3's. I remember we had a lot of discussions here about his shooting percentage, airball 3. And that is one area wherein his basketball critics is making fun of him. I'm sure during the break after last season, he went on to the gym everyday or probably hire a shooting coach to help him improved his 3's so that he will be more of rounded player and very hard to stop inside and outside.

There are still many other matches to come, meaning that there is still a chance for the GSW playoff and today the GSW successfully won 108-100 against Pelicans. It's a good result to improve player mentality.

Giannis? he has everything, pure talent! Will he become MVP again? Let's see

[jakelyson]

And it's about time, many big men in the NBA today are shooting high percentage three's. 32% is not that bad, but if he can improved it his shot close to 40%, he will be a threat and that can lead to more offensive options for the Bucks.

He doesn't need to focus on the 3 point shooting, I think the staff should find more open shooters so they will become a big threat as a team.
The usual play that they are making is that Giannis will drive and if he is locked up, he will just throw the ball outside as that would create open shooters, if these open shooters are consistent enough,  they surely will make this strategy effective.

We are not saying that he will remove his drives to the basket. We just want him to improve. So far, 3 points shooting is his weakness and for me, the only skill left to complete his arsenal. A lot of offensive options will open up once his 3 points percentage goes up. Defense will crack open because they cannot leave him open for 3s like what is happening now.

If giannis will shot the 3s, he won't be able to help in the rebound which is one of his strength and I don't want him to be more confident in 3 point shooting as he might be focusing on that more when he has no chance to drive which is not good IMO.

Grabbing rebounds is not his main job. They have Lopez to do that. And I am sure he has more opportunities to drive toward the basket when the defense has to guard him from the 3point line not just on the paint.

Hi guys any thoughts on the upcoming match of La Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunders? OKC isn't that weak team but some betting contest give them huge plus on odds. Like our prediction group in our Local, OKC has a + 8.5 score points against Clippers.

Clippers' offense went up exponentially when PG started playing. He is just playing limited minutes but I think if PG scores the way he scores in his previous games, the Clippers will cover the spread.

[wheelz1200]

The Bucks is still an immature team compared to more veteran team, they will most likely choke during playoffs or even in a crucial matches. I think they will reach the finals only if they can acquire veteran players who can lead them during clutch times.

A little bit harsh but true anyways . Actually, I still can't believe that Raptors able to beat them last year's conference and I know some of you might agree with me. Well, that's normal but I hope they are now growing further. For me, Bucks don't necessarily need veteran players, they can be veterans on their own instead.

I know most wont agree with me but these 2 team dominate the game when they want to

And I'm one of those people (peace yow ).Okay that's the spirit! But I wonder why Nuggets? What do you find special from them aside from Jokic?

Jokic is an all world player that most people dont yet consider in the very top tier of stars (even though his nba peers do), jamal murray is absolutely one of the better all around ball handler/creators/manager that knows how to get it done.  Throw in Harris and milsap and you have one of the best starting rotations in the league.  Their depth on bench runs 10 deep so they can absorb some injuries...and handle home court tremendously.  This coming from a knick fan, I temporarily root for them why my team goes through yet another shitty year.

[casperBGD]

Hi guys any thoughts on the upcoming match of La Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunders? OKC isn't that weak team but some betting contest give them huge plus on odds. Like our prediction group in our Local, OKC has a + 8.5 score points against Clippers.

Clippers' offense went up exponentially when PG started playing. He is just playing limited minutes but I think if PG scores the way he scores in his previous games, the Clippers will cover the spread.
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agree, and would add that this pair is usually won by home team, eight times in last nine matches, and always without a doubt - 4+ difference at the end, Clippers are good this season, have just one lost match at home, with seven wins and it should be their win at the end, but +8.5 is a questionable

[wheelz1200]

Hi guys any thoughts on the upcoming match of La Clippers and Oklahoma City Thunders? OKC isn't that weak team but some betting contest give them huge plus on odds. Like our prediction group in our Local, OKC has a + 8.5 score points against Clippers.

Clippers' offense went up exponentially when PG started playing. He is just playing limited minutes but I think if PG scores the way he scores in his previous games, the Clippers will cover the spread.

agree, and would add that this pair is usually won by home team, eight times in last nine matches, and always without a doubt - 4+ difference at the end, Clippers are good this season, have just one lost match at home, with seven wins and it should be their win at the end, but +8.5 is a questionable
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I would have to pick the clips if I was betting this one, but the 8.5 scares me.  Team could be up 12 points and opposing team can make some last second shots at the end of the game to get it under 10.  If you can, tease the game down to like 6.5, that's what I would do with this game.

[Finestream]

If giannis will shot the 3s, he won't be able to help in the rebound which is one of his strength and I don't want him to be more confident in 3 point shooting as he might be focusing on that more when he has no chance to drive which is not good IMO.

Grabbing rebounds is not his main job. They have Lopez to do that. And I am sure he has more opportunities to drive toward the basket when the defense has to guard him from the 3point line not just on the paint.

Obviously but he is now averaging a double-double in points and rebounds so that means he is good in rebounds.
What I am trying to emphasize is that when he is comfortable in shooting 3s he won't be able to help, its just a help because more big rebounding the ball would be able to help them get offensive rebounds.

I think Giannis has a better average in terms of rebounds compared to Lopez.

As of today, giannis average a total of 14.3 rebounds.

[btc_angela]

And it's about time, many big men in the NBA today are shooting high percentage three's. 32% is not that bad, but if he can improved it his shot close to 40%, he will be a threat and that can lead to more offensive options for the Bucks.

He doesn't need to focus on the 3 point shooting, I think the staff should find more open shooters so they will become a big threat as a team.
The usual play that they are making is that Giannis will drive and if he is locked up, he will just throw the ball outside as that would create open shooters, if these open shooters are consistent enough,  they surely will make this strategy effective.

We are not saying that he will remove his drives to the basket. We just want him to improve. So far, 3 points shooting is his weakness and for me, the only skill left to complete his arsenal. A lot of offensive options will open up once his 3 points percentage goes up. Defense will crack open because they cannot leave him open for 3s like what is happening now.

Yes, that's what I'm trying to say, he can still goes to the rim as much as he want, but if he improve his 3's then it open up a lot of possibility for the Bucks. Similar to what Joel are doing in Philly if he is open in 3's he shoots it, and when they close up on him, he drives resulting in a easy and uncontested dunk.

[Questat]

Yes, that's what I'm trying to say, he can still goes to the rim as much as he want, but if he improve his 3's then it open up a lot of possibility for the Bucks. Similar to what Joel are doing in Philly if he is open in 3's he shoots it, and when they close up on him, he drives resulting in a easy and uncontested dunk.

The way Giannis Antetokounmpo shoots the ball from the long distance, it looks like its not gonna get in, i mean he is not a natural shooter so even if they keep developing him but its not really good for him, then I think it is just a waste of time.

You can look at the form of his shooting, its awful.

[NavI_027]

The Bucks is still an immature team compared to more veteran team, they will most likely choke during playoffs or even in a crucial matches. I think they will reach the finals only if they can acquire veteran players who can lead them during clutch times.

A little bit harsh but true anyways . Actually, I still can't believe that Raptors able to beat them last year's conference and I know some of you might agree with me. Well, that's normal but I hope they are now growing further. For me, Bucks don't necessarily need veteran players, they can be veterans on their own instead.

After they loss against the Raptors, that's the time I was convince that they are not a championship caliber team.

Sorry but I disagree with you mate, losing on others doesn't necessarily mean you and your team don't have the championship caliber team. It's just so happened that other team (like Raptors) got better strategies for winning. Here's another example, look at the present situation of GSW, they are at the very bottom. So it's fair to conclude that they don't have the caliber of a true champion? Of course not!