2024 NBA Season

[danherbias07]

+3.5 for Spurs tomorrow against Trail Blazers. Could be a good bet. Spurs had lose two big matches for both LA. They might want to redeem themselves now.  

But on the road, its not likely to happen I guess as Blazers are playing good basketball at home.

Blazers loss to Denver on the road, they might also bounce back in this game at home.
You know Blazers are good at home since they won their last 3 games, and Lillard has been goating in the past games except in Denver.

their record against these teams.

Utah -124 - 107
Rockets - 125 - 112
Indiana - 139 - 129

That happened. Then I lose.  It's okay. Another day, another chance.
How about this:
Wizards against Mavericks -3.5
Luka is injured for 5 more games and KP is also in question if will be able to play.

Then Kings vs Miami with just -1.5.
With the recent trade, it might be a good push for Miami players to win.

[Kasabus]

+3.5 for Spurs tomorrow against Trail Blazers. Could be a good bet. Spurs had lose two big matches for both LA. They might want to redeem themselves now.  

But on the road, its not likely to happen I guess as Blazers are playing good basketball at home.

Blazers loss to Denver on the road, they might also bounce back in this game at home.
You know Blazers are good at home since they won their last 3 games, and Lillard has been goating in the past games except in Denver.

their record against these teams.

Utah -124 - 107
Rockets - 125 - 112
Indiana - 139 - 129

That happened. Then I lose.  It's okay. Another day, another chance.
How about this:
Wizards against Mavericks -3.5
Luka is injured for 5 more games and KP is also in question if will be able to play.

Then Kings vs Miami with just -1.5.
With the recent trade, it might be a good push for Miami players to win.

They were so good in the last minutes of the 4th quarter and they secure great plays in every position, it was actually a close game from 1st to 3rd quarter but Blazers are just so good in the 4th quarter, I like this kind of team.

Meanwhile, Lakers loss against the undersized Rockets, and Covington was great in his first game with the Rockets.

[cryptoaddictchie]

+3.5 for Spurs tomorrow against Trail Blazers. Could be a good bet. Spurs had lose two big matches for both LA. They might want to redeem themselves now. 

I lose in this game. I didnt expect the Trail Blazers would push up until 4th round. Five players score up to 30plus points leading by Ariza and Lilliard the pass break points are really intense converting those error made by Spurs. I do think also that Spurs will win as they have 2 wins in a row already but the opponent seems pepared on their home turf.

Anyway, on the other note lakers lose too on Miami, come on, James and Davis whats happening with you guys. Fourth quarter is a mess and should be more careful. Not so many points from other Players and bench players too.

[Reid]

Golden state get a 1st round draft pick on the trade of D'Angelo Russell from the Timberwolves.

Thanks rdbase.
It looks like a win for GSW.

Dlo at wolves now, hopefully he can change the current situation of the team, they forget to win anymore so with his arrival, maybe he can provide some spark. I can also see that the Clippers will only get stronger now that they have Morris who has been a good inside and out players.

Meanwhile, we are seeing the Rockets now giving some good competition with the Lakers, it seems like they don't have any problem without Capela.

He might.
Kat and DLo are good friends.
I think the chemistry will not be difficult for the both of them.
The other role players though might have some hard time to adjust with him.
Now they have a real pointguard.

[Janation]

Meanwhile, we are seeing the Rockets now giving some good competition with the Lakers, it seems like they don't have any problem without Capela.

I think they will be having a hard time when it comes to good defender teams.

Lakers took advantage of not having a big man and they focussed on AD which scored 32 with 13 rebounds though that is not enough since Rockets have a lot of players shooting on three. They got 19 threes, which is half of the scores they accumulated while Lakers got only 9. I forgot that they have those shooters so every game of Rockets will usually be a three-point shootout being lead by Westbrook, James and Gordon.

[Vaculin]

Meanwhile, we are seeing the Rockets now giving some good competition with the Lakers, it seems like they don't have any problem without Capela.

I think they will be having a hard time when it comes to good defender teams.

Lakers took advantage of not having a big man and they focussed on AD which scored 32 with 13 rebounds though that is not enough since Rockets have a lot of players shooting on three. They got 19 threes, which is half of the scores they accumulated while Lakers got only 9. I forgot that they have those shooters so every game of Rockets will usually be a three-point shootout being lead by Westbrook, James and Gordon.

I don't think Lakers took advantage on the undersized Rockets, the stats say so...

Lakers go total rebounds of 38, while the Rockets got 37, they only got taken advantage by 1 rebound and rockets is still good then.
This game, Rockets were just efficient and it seems like they were successful letting Westbrook shoot the ball more.

[arwin100]

Meanwhile, we are seeing the Rockets now giving some good competition with the Lakers, it seems like they don't have any problem without Capela.

I think they will be having a hard time when it comes to good defender teams.

Lakers took advantage of not having a big man and they focussed on AD which scored 32 with 13 rebounds though that is not enough since Rockets have a lot of players shooting on three. They got 19 threes, which is half of the scores they accumulated while Lakers got only 9. I forgot that they have those shooters so every game of Rockets will usually be a three-point shootout being lead by Westbrook, James and Gordon.

I don't think Lakers took advantage on the undersized Rockets, the stats say so...

Lakers go total rebounds of 38, while the Rockets got 37, they only got taken advantage by 1 rebound and rockets is still good then.
This game, Rockets were just efficient and it seems like they were successful letting Westbrook shoot the ball more.

They are out bounded by the efficiency of rockets fast game and seems the Lakers didn't see that  coming since they are focus on the disadvantage side for not having a legitimate center and rockets prove that they still the best without a tank, for sure their next opponent will see that a threat and will adjust for the efficient small ball rockets.

[qwertyup23]

Meanwhile, we are seeing the Rockets now giving some good competition with the Lakers, it seems like they don't have any problem without Capela.

I think they will be having a hard time when it comes to good defender teams.

Lakers took advantage of not having a big man and they focussed on AD which scored 32 with 13 rebounds though that is not enough since Rockets have a lot of players shooting on three. They got 19 threes, which is half of the scores they accumulated while Lakers got only 9. I forgot that they have those shooters so every game of Rockets will usually be a three-point shootout being lead by Westbrook, James and Gordon.

I don't think Lakers took advantage on the undersized Rockets, the stats say so...

Lakers go total rebounds of 38, while the Rockets got 37, they only got taken advantage by 1 rebound and rockets is still good then.
This game, Rockets were just efficient and it seems like they were successful letting Westbrook shoot the ball more.

They are out bounded by the efficiency of rockets fast game and seems the Lakers didn't see that  coming since they are focus on the disadvantage side for not having a legitimate center and rockets prove that they still the best without a tank, for sure their next opponent will see that a threat and will adjust for the efficient small ball rockets.

I was actually surprised on how efficient the game went for the Rockets. At hindsight, my first guess was they would be dominated by the paint by the Lakers and win by considerable margin but they snatch the win through their efficiency and passing. James Harden does not need to score at least 40+ points per night to win. They just have to continue their pacing and get their scorers to play hot and hit those 3s to seal the deal.

Again this would be a different story if it were the playoffs now as teams will be more competitive and defensive on the end.

[Russlenat]

I was actually surprised on how efficient the game went for the Rockets. At hindsight, my first guess was they would be dominated by the paint by the Lakers and win by considerable margin but they snatch the win through their efficiency and passing. James Harden does not need to score at least 40+ points per night to win. They just have to continue their pacing and get their scorers to play hot and hit those 3s to seal the deal.

They have to stick with their current game plan, they have been efficient with it.
Tucker does not even attempt to rebound when his teammates shoots from the outside as Davis is just so tall for him, but somehow he was able to help and even nailed a 3 pointer when the Lakers was already taking the lead.

Covington their new teammate were able to contribute 14 points from a very efficient shooting of 5-9 overall which is 12 points are coming from the 3 point area.

Again this would be a different story if it were the playoffs now as teams will be more competitive and defensive on the end.

I can't argue with it, it's a series so adjustment happens throughout the series.

[Natalim]

Again this would be a different story if it were the playoffs now as teams will be more competitive and defensive on the end.

I can't argue with it, it's a series so adjustment happens throughout the series.

In the playoffs, they might play an individual game as they have the best ball hogger in the NBA, you know what I mean, Harden and Westbrook combine.
But then again, this still depends on how the coach would make a plan and for them to follow, now there is no warriors where they got defeated 2 times in the playoffs series, but they'll face the Lakers and the Clippers which are currently the favorites in the west.

[Oasisman]

Again this would be a different story if it were the playoffs now as teams will be more competitive and defensive on the end.

I can't argue with it, it's a series so adjustment happens throughout the series.

In the playoffs, they might play an individual game as they have the best ball hogger in the NBA, you know what I mean, Harden and Westbrook combine.
But then again, this still depends on how the coach would make a plan and for them to follow, now there is no warriors where they got defeated 2 times in the playoffs series, but they'll face the Lakers and the Clippers which are currently the favorites in the west.

Agree, all depends on the coaching techniques. Rockets just showed good shooting and efficiency, while the Lakers didn't maximize the opportunity to dominate the paint. Howard and McGee was sat down when they could easily score from the paint. Howard has only played for 4 mins. So, the coaching staff had lapses from their lost.
Anyway, regular season doesn't matter anyway as they are currently sitting top seed in the West.

[wheelz1200]

BIG TRADE DEADLINE SWAP!!!!

The Golden State Warriors traded D'Angelo Russell for Andrew Wiggins and a 2021 1st round pick (Top 3 protected) and a 2022 2nd round pick. Russell was traded along with some cap fillers as well with Spellman and and Jacob Evans also heading to Minnesota. I know that this deal would happen especially when in the long run they can't have two point guards running the show, Russell was really meant to be traded by the Warriors after they signed him and I think Minnesota have ruined GSW's chance of getting a better deal out of it. Now Towns will be playing on the same uniform with one of his best friends, this was really a good trade done by the management especially when Towns got saddened by the Covington trade.

Now GSW will need to create another chemistry?
The trade rotation was still confusing for me.
I will be checking all the rosters later.
Bad thing is google and NBA.com is still late in updating those line ups even if the trade is already done.

It will affect a lot since roleplayers are the ones being moved.
I guess we will just see if this will be good or not.
Who is the real winner and loser with all this drama.

Towns was hurt by the Covington trade but somehow Rosas (president T'wolves) find a way for Towns tantrums by taking DLo.

Golden state had to move d russel because he needs to ball in his hands and long term that doesnt work with steph and klay coming back.  I think long term Wiggins works better for them than d russel.  Golden state also gets a first round pick which is huge

[Botnake]

Golden state had to move d russel because he needs to ball in his hands and long term that doesnt work with steph and klay coming back.  I think long term Wiggins works better for them than d russel.  Golden state also gets a first round pick which is huge

I definitely agree with your statement, D'Angelo Russell is more effective when he shoots more and we know Warriors like to play the team game, even Curry and Thompson share the ball with his teammates and only make shots when there's a good look, their style makes their team better and give confidence to other players. I like this move by the GSW, I know they'll not gonna regret this.

[darewaller]

Watching the game last night, I can tell you that it was literally the Lakers who lost that game and not rockets that won it and I am not entirely sure if I trust Lakers to be the biggest contender this year anymore unless something changes (like Lebron becoming playoff Lebron).

Normally, I understand that league turned into a three point shooting contest with everyone scoring 120+ points and so forth, that is understandable and offense gets more views etc etc, however when you have Dwight Howard, McGee or even Lebron (and AD as well) on the floor and they have literally just a 6'6 guy or someone even smaller guarding those people, you HAVE TO slow the game down, you have to post up, you have to make sure you give the centers enough time to back their opponent up and make an easy basket or at least the chances of missing equals to an offensive board since it is a shorter shoot then a three pointer that can bounce high.

Lakers should have dominated the paint but instead tried to outshoot a small ball line up, strategically a wrong decision by the coaching staff.

[Captain Corporate]

 I guess wiggins could be more viable for Golden state if they end up utilizing him into more a of a defensive role with some training because dude is a great scorer inside and can definitely play better as a third option instead of a first/second option like he has been all his life, yet the reality is the same that Warriors have been a shooting team for years now and when Klay/Curry comes back, wiggins would have to do a lot to draw the defense to himself to dish out, normally if there is curry at 30 feet and wiggints at 5, I would still guard curry at 30 feet so its not going to be easy. At least D'lo got to play with his friend KAT, thats the fairy tale story here, KAT even meet up with D'lo literally at the airport, they were both so excited.

[joshy23]

Again this would be a different story if it were the playoffs now as teams will be more competitive and defensive on the end.

I can't argue with it, it's a series so adjustment happens throughout the series.

In the playoffs, they might play an individual game as they have the best ball hogger in the NBA, you know what I mean, Harden and Westbrook combine.
But then again, this still depends on how the coach would make a plan and for them to follow, now there is no warriors where they got defeated 2 times in the playoffs series, but they'll face the Lakers and the Clippers which are currently the favorites in the west.

Both LA franchise have the dominating edge from the West side, the rally of houston bringing small lineup can be eaten alive by those big dominating forces inside. Players like AD and Harrell where very commanding when inside the post.  Houston's fate will be depends from how the coaching staff will
bring good system for the rest of the team.

[wheelz1200]

 I guess wiggins could be more viable for Golden state if they end up utilizing him into more a of a defensive role with some training because dude is a great scorer inside and can definitely play better as a third option instead of a first/second option like he has been all his life, yet the reality is the same that Warriors have been a shooting team for years now and when Klay/Curry comes back, wiggins would have to do a lot to draw the defense to himself to dish out, normally if there is curry at 30 feet and wiggints at 5, I would still guard curry at 30 feet so its not going to be easy. At least D'lo got to play with his friend KAT, thats the fairy tale story here, KAT even meet up with D'lo literally at the airport, they were both so excited.

Once klay and steph come back you might see a resurgence come from Wiggins because he has never played with talent on the outside like that before.  He would get doubled quickly on minn, he wont be seeing the same defenses otherwise if he does expect to see 10+ assists out of him.  Imagine being able to pass to a wide open klay or steph out of a double team lol.  And if minn still sucks that draft pick is going to be the icing on the deal.  Combine that with a front end draft pick of their own and gs might again be set up for years to come.

[jakelyson]

Meanwhile, Lakers loss against the undersized Rockets, and Covington was great in his first game with the Rockets.

Lakers still maintaining a terrible win rate against 500 teams. I do not know if this is deliberate but they need to up their game against contenders. Rockets are undersized but they still managed to beat the Lakers. I have serious doubts in how the Lakers will perform come playoffs.

Both LA franchise have the dominating edge from the West side, the rally of houston bringing small lineup can be eaten alive by those big dominating forces inside. Players like AD and Harrell where very commanding when inside the post.  Houston's fate will be depends from how the coaching staff will bring good system for the rest of the team.

GSW was successful in implementing small ball against Cleveland Cavaliers in 2015 NBA Finals but unlike Rockets line up right now, GSW still had centers in their roster. If they will not fill up the center position, Rockets is taking a big gamble going small ball the rest of the season.

[spadormie]

 I guess wiggins could be more viable for Golden state if they end up utilizing him into more a of a defensive role with some training because dude is a great scorer inside and can definitely play better as a third option instead of a first/second option like he has been all his life, yet the reality is the same that Warriors have been a shooting team for years now and when Klay/Curry comes back, wiggins would have to do a lot to draw the defense to himself to dish out, normally if there is curry at 30 feet and wiggints at 5, I would still guard curry at 30 feet so its not going to be easy. At least D'lo got to play with his friend KAT, thats the fairy tale story here, KAT even meet up with D'lo literally at the airport, they were both so excited.

Yeah I think so also. They lack the power of forwards this is why they need someone to do that job for them. And as we all know, he is a rhythmic player. By that, it means that he can do what he ought to do when he holds the ball more often. And as of this time he's reviving his career. But man I'm really surprised on these trades man. Especially the Clint Capela trade. Wanna know the real reason why that trade happened? It's simply because the offense rating of rockets is low whenever he's on the floor. That's why they decided to pull off the trade. Not only that, the defensive rating is lower. The score in the paint is so high compare to other centers. No wonder he didn't get the same money as Steven Adams get even though they are the same stat. And I really wonder how the big men of Lakers didn't dominated the board on last night game. Hmm

[wheelz1200]

Meanwhile, Lakers loss against the undersized Rockets, and Covington was great in his first game with the Rockets.

Lakers still maintaining a terrible win rate against 500 teams. I do not know if this is deliberate but they need to up their game against contenders. Rockets are undersized but they still managed to beat the Lakers. I have serious doubts in how the Lakers will perform come playoffs.

Both LA franchise have the dominating edge from the West side, the rally of houston bringing small lineup can be eaten alive by those big dominating forces inside. Players like AD and Harrell where very commanding when inside the post.  Houston's fate will be depends from how the coaching staff will bring good system for the rest of the team.

GSW was successful in implementing small ball against Cleveland Cavaliers in 2015 NBA Finals but unlike Rockets line up right now, GSW still had centers in their roster. If they will not fill up the center position, Rockets is taking a big gamble going small ball the rest of the season.

Denver not in the conversation?  Denver can play inside or out and can score in various ways to beat teams.  Even when a coue starters are down they beat teams like the bucks, jazz etc as of late.  I think with the nuggets depth they are the team in the west to worry about