2025 NBA Season

[Rikafip]

It's going to be eight top teams from east and the west (total of 16) plus 6 teams with the nesxt best record regardless if it's from East or West. As it stands, 13 teams from the west and 9 teams from the east will compete for 8 regular season games.

I bet that  eight teams that won't play for the rest of the season (Hornets, Bulls, Knicks, Pistons, Hawks, Cavaliers, Timberwolves and Warriors ) won't be too happy with this final decision, as they won't get TV money, since contract says that they have to play at least 70 games. But I guess sacrifices  has to be made in order for this NBA season to finish. Same goes for players, by some projections they will get 15% salary cut, due lower income.

^ The format is a bit complicated but I think it's fair to just let the top teams compete.
Not that I think it's going to happen but it would be interesting to see if two teams from the west would compete in the Finals. 

Yeah they complicated it a bit, especially with that play-in tournament in case team seeded 8th and 9th are too close. I am curious to see whether Lillard plays or not.

[yazher]

Am I the only one thinking LeBron's gonna come out firing when play resumes? He hasn't really had a considerable break in 17 years, the breaks probably done him the world of good.

I think he gonna play like he never played before in the last 17 years, is that what you meant?

In my opinion, not only him who didn't play this time but all of the NBA players. when they resume the game everyone will gonna play their best game ever to give the fans what their expected to see. I hope everyone will be fine after what happened but we're talking about professional athletes here, I'm sure they're fine more than anybody else.

[Bttzed03]

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I bet that  eight teams that won't play for the rest of the season (Hornets, Bulls, Knicks, Pistons, Hawks, Cavaliers, Timberwolves and Warriors ) won't be too happy with this final decision, as they won't get TV money, since contract says that they have to play at least 70 games. But I guess sacrifices  has to be made in order for this NBA season to finish. Same goes for players, by some projections they will get 15% salary cut, due lower income.

They are out. I'm not sure about each contracts now. We are in a unique situation but if there's a stipulation in there that this has to be done in case something happens that's out of their hands, they have to abide. Anyway, part of the blame should be on them for not winning enough games. They would still be in the tournament had they done that.

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Yeah they complicated it a bit, especially with that play-in tournament in case team seeded 8th and 9th are too close. I am curious to see whether Lillard plays or not.

I think Damian will play. The proposed format gives the Blazers a fair chance to get that last playoff spot.

[TravelMug]

Am I the only one thinking LeBron's gonna come out firing when play resumes? He hasn't really had a considerable break in 17 years, the breaks probably done him the world of good.

I think he gonna play like he never played before in the last 17 years, is that what you meant?

In my opinion, not only him who didn't play this time but all of the NBA players. when they resume the game everyone will gonna play their best game ever to give the fans what their expected to see. I hope everyone will be fine after what happened but we're talking about professional athletes here, I'm sure they're fine more than anybody else.

Excitement, that's what it is, I do think that those players are keeping themselves fit and still playing ball in their backyard or something. Of course, playing against an opponent is different, so yeah probably majority of them are going to play with gusto, so to speak.

I'm also under the impression that Lillard will play, nothing to lose for him, he needs to show up and give his team a fair chance.

[Oasisman]

While, others enjoyed the break and gained fat that could potentially hinder their athleticism.

Just out of curiosity who are these players that gained weight during the pandemic? Do we have a list?

Those players really miss being out of the practice to the point that they truly embrace the feeling of being on their beloved home for a long period.

I hope not a star player is involved lol.

I don't have reliable source for now, but their were rumors that I stumbled upon while scanning my homepage news about Luka Doncic getting "puffy". But then again, these are just rumors.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/clutchpoints.com/mavs-news-no-luka-doncic-hasnt-gotten-puffy-europe-during-hiatus/amp/

For sure, we might be seeing some NBA players that gets fat/weight once the league resumes.
But, we might see less with the superstars I guess.

[Reid]

While, others enjoyed the break and gained fat that could potentially hinder their athleticism.

Just out of curiosity who are these players that gained weight during the pandemic? Do we have a list?

Those players really miss being out of the practice to the point that they truly embrace the feeling of being on their beloved home for a long period.

I hope not a star player is involved lol.

I don't have reliable source for now, but their were rumors that I stumbled upon while scanning my homepage news about Luka Doncic getting "puffy". But then again, these are just rumors.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/clutchpoints.com/mavs-news-no-luka-doncic-hasnt-gotten-puffy-europe-during-hiatus/amp/

For sure, we might be seeing some NBA players that gets fat/weight once the league resumes.
But, we might see less with the superstars I guess.

Hope not.

We might say it is reasonable because of the quarantine.
But since they are in contracts, they will need to keep that body of them to stay fit.
If not, they might lose the credibility to be paid more or the same when their contract expires.
Discipline is needed.

But who am I to say it. Damn! I am getting fat too.  
Thank God my contract doesn't need to be fit.

[Viscore]

For sure, we might be seeing some NBA players that gets fat/weight once the league resumes.
But, we might see less with the superstars I guess.

Players from a team that will not likely to qualify the playoffs, they can get fat, lol..
On the serious side though, they are professional, they know that only when they are fit, they can perform best, so they would not blame the situation that they are getting fat, instead they will continue to work out and stay fit as the season might resume anytime soon.

Maybe we will see Zion gets Fat?

because he really looks fat that's why we have this article.

"ESPN accused of fat-shaming Zion Williamson during electric NBA debut"

Source : https://www.theguardian.com/sport/blog/2020/jan/23/zion-williamson-body-shaming-nba-debut

[Vaculin]

I think the issue here is not a player getting fat, it's doesn't matter actually if you'll ask me, what's important is they can still play and if the NBA will resume, they can do their normal practice and they will be back in shape. Fans concern right now is on when the NBA will resume.

[rhomelmabini]

I think the issue here is not a player getting fat, it's doesn't matter actually if you'll ask me, what's important is they can still play and if the NBA will resume, they can do their normal practice and they will be back in shape. Fans concern right now is on when the NBA will resume.

Was it only a rumor that it will resume by end of July? Somehow this is circulating on my Facebook feed for quite a while now: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.si.com/.amp-rockets/nba/rockets/news/nba-target-return-july-31-end-finals-october-12

Amid of the rumors as well for players getting fat, well, this one news was different and this one was addressed to Eric Gordon drop for 12 pounds since the suspension of the NBA games.
Source: https://www.si.com/nba/rockets/news/eric-gordon-weight-loss-coronavirus-suspension

And I think that's news and will he really be different now since he lose pounds? That's for us to see since they are sure for the spot of the playoffs.

[stadus]

Was it only a rumor that it will resume by end of July? Somehow this is circulating on my Facebook feed for quite a while now: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.si.com/.amp-rockets/nba/rockets/news/nba-target-return-july-31-end-finals-october-12

That is only a rumor I guess, we can only see the NBA will resume if Adam Silver the Commissioner of the NBA of the NBA will make a formal announcement. Rumors depends from which source the information is coming, but it could be close to resume since we are hearing a lot of rumors already.

[andyBernard]

Am I the only one thinking LeBron's gonna come out firing when play resumes? He hasn't really had a considerable break in 17 years, the breaks probably done him the world of good.

What do you mean by that?
I am sorry, I am kind of having a hard time to understand your statement.

Pretty sure he meant Lebron will still be on fire when the NBA resumes, base on his second sentence.
I also though about "firing" someone like coaches, staff, and back office  .

Anyway, Lebron will still be Lebron, still dedicated and passionate about basketball. As you see, some players didn't stop working out despite of the home quarantine. While, others enjoyed the break and gained fat that could potentially hinder their athleticism.

We can't question Lebron, we know he maintain his body pretty well so at his age, he still look like he is on his prime, in fact he is smarter during the early days, his points is not that high but he is balancing it with other factors like the assists section, he is one of the leaders. In every debate, we can always use  his stats as the basis, so let's check his record.

https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jamesle01.html



His current stats is just pretty impressive, he average a double double this season.

Haha yeah no doubt he's took the foot off the pedal the past few regular season (injury aside) which is smart and picks it up during playoffs. Just think with how he looks after himself he's going to benefit the most from the break. A refreshed and rejuvenated LeBron straight into the playoffs off a substantial break will be a sight to behold imo.

[dwminer1]

"The N.B.A. will formally present a return-to-play plan to its team owners on Thursday that calls for 22 of its 30 teams to resume the 2019-20 season at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida in late July, according to several people familiar with the league’s intentions.

The single-site, 22-team format requires the voting support of at least 23 owners but is expected to be approved comfortably during a conference call scheduled for Thursday at 12:30 p.m. Eastern time, according to the people, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to publicly discuss the details of the proposal."

More: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/03/sports/basketball/coronavirus-nba-season-orlando.html?smid=tw-share

[Botnake]

That's good, at least those teams who are below in the top 8 ranking still have a chance qualify in the playoffs.
Now that they have finalized the format of the game, maybe next time we will know when the NBA will resume, right?

I believe we are already close in witnessing the comeback of the NBA based on the updates they have recently published.

We can also check the season update in the link below :

https://www.nba.com/2020-season-update

[Bttzed03]

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That is only a rumor I guess, we can only see the NBA will resume if Adam Silver the Commissioner of the NBA of the NBA will make a formal announcement. Rumors depends from which source the information is coming, but it could be close to resume since we are hearing a lot of rumors already.

Yup. It's probably 99% true. I think they are still ironing out some of the details like the format of the tournament before it will be approved.

Maybe it's also another way of telling players not to slack off and start training seriously.

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But who am I to say it. Damn! I am getting fat too.  
Thank God my contract doesn't need to be fit.

I hear you mate 

[Reid]

Look at our big guy with big words.

https://clutchpoints.com/nba-news-aron-baynes-pens-lengthy-letter-pledging-pursuit-equality/

“They say ignorance is bliss. I say bulls**t. Ignorance is an excuse and a crutch my friends, and it is what will drag this world under if we’re not careful,” wrote Aron Baynes. “Trust me, I know what I’m talking about.

“I grew up ignorant. I grew up uneducated. I grew up as part of the problem – part of the white majority in a small Australian town,” Aron Baynes admitted.

“Don’t mistake me. I didn’t dislike any certain individual because of their race or culture. But I didn’t support them either, which was just as bad. I was a silent bystander. I did not have the knowledge or the will to stand up for those who were oppressed or marginalized.”

I agree with all he said.
He had his reasons too.

The Aussie big man is married to Rachel Adekponya, a black woman with whom he has had children. Despite growing up as a white kid in Queensland, Australia, racial implications now play a part in Baynes’ everyday life — not only being married to a black woman, but also having children who could face racism and discrimination at any point.

Racism should really stop all over the world.
I mean, look at NBA. We have great entertainers now at any race. Black, European and a lot more.
It's not about the color or race. It's about being human.

I hear you mate 

 

[el kaka22]

Why do they get all those teams from the west but not from the east? I didn't see an explanation on why some teams are playing and some teams are not. If it is about title contention possibility, we have Suns playing, nobody thinks they are going to win anything or even be in playoffs.

Warriors makes sense, they are bad right now but they have a fan base thanks to going to finals 5 times in a row, sure they will suck right now but they are going to both get a lot of views on TV but also get better next year so it is nice to keep them in the talks, but Suns? Who watches suns? Nobody likes them and they are very bad as well. At the end of the day there should be a reason why so many west teams are playing and so little east teams are playing, why isn't equal 1 to 1 between conferences

[Rikafip]

"The N.B.A. will formally present a return-to-play plan to its team owners on Thursday that calls for 22 of its 30 teams to resume the 2019-20 season at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida in late July, according to several people familiar with the league’s intentions.

It's official now, voting passed, result was 29-1. Only ones that were against the proposal  were  Blazers. There are few othe other decisions:

The NBA has issued the following scheduled dates:
- Training camp: June 30, July 7 travel to Orlando
- 2019-20 season: July 31
- Free agency: Oct. 18
- 2020-21 targets: Nov. 10 training camp, Dec. 1 opening night (can remain fluid)

Source

Why do they get all those teams from the west but not from the east? I didn't see an explanation on why some teams are playing and some teams are not. If it is about title contention possibility, we have Suns playing, nobody thinks they are going to win anything or even be in playoffs.

There is one team from the East, Wizards. Simply put, those teams with realistic chances to qualify for playoff will play those 8 games, and those that don't have chances won't continue, as there is no point.

Regarding Phoenix, they have more wins than any other Easter teams below 8th spot so I wouldn't call them total crap. They didn't choose teams that will continue based on titles win, but on chances to finish in top 8. Check the standings and you will see why it makes sense to include them and not Hornets or Bulls from the East. For example, Hornets are 7 games behind Orlando Magic that holds 8th spot in the East, and only 8 games are left to play.


In the other news, NBA announced that draft lottery will be held on August 15th, and draft on October 15th.

[Captain Corporate]

 Ok they talked about how the league basically returns and the next year as well, I am not against the plan of next year, its actually much better with december 1 and I hope that stays, that way it could go into summer as well and we could have a season at June or July next year as well. They didn't say when it will end, but we could make a deduction about how long it could be, normally its about 1.5-2 months beforehand and it ends around april (regular season) and depending on the playoff schedule, normally its about early june that it ends. Now that its postponed next year, I assume late july and early august finish? That could be a trouble for the olympics and world cups and so forth if they keep this type of schedule going.

[Oasisman]

Image Source : NBA Buzz


So, it's official!
NBA will be returning late in July and these are some of the game format upon resuming the 2020 season.
Did you guys think it's better to see a play-in tourney when theres a closer gap on the lower seed?
Nevertheless, I'm kinda excited to watch NBA actions again, though I was thinking how would they able to maintain their health security measures. Good thing I read about this one.

"Players and staff would be isolated from an extent in Disney World, with players able to play golf and eat at the restaurants, at the resorts while being cut off from the rest of the world and the threat of Covid-19. It is expected players will be regularly tested for the virus and will enter  quarantine should they proved to be positive in Covid-19"
Source : https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.theguardian.com/sport/2020/jun/03/nba-return-date-basketball-teams-orlando-florida-basketball

[verita1]

That's right, the protocol must be followed, testing the players and the entire team to resume the matches. Probably as this season the calendar has not been met due to the pandemic, the games that were scheduled are not fully met, players could earn less income from their wages. But I think that this is not so important when health is first .