2025 NBA Season

[dwyane36]

Big market, Miami and LA, I think this would go game 7, that would make NBA profitable in the bubble.

Davis, Lebron combined for 60pts, and Adebayo, Herro looked so good in the previous games. I think LAL will get champ in 6 games.
Although, I'm expecting some surprises from Heat in the final.

[Sanitough]

Big market, Miami and LA, I think this would go game 7, that would make NBA profitable in the bubble.

Davis, Lebron combined for 60pts, and Adebayo, Herro looked so good in the previous games. I think LAL will get champ in 6 games.
Although, I'm expecting some surprises from Heat in the final.

Lakers is always the heavy favorites, prior to the playoffs they are already the favorite to win the NBA Finals.

I guess the ranking on favorites are as follows.

1- Lakers .
2- Clippers
3- Bucks,

The number 2 and 3 was already eliminated, so we won't see a fair odds in the series, Lakers will always be the favorites and that's good for bettors who think Lakers would lose against the Heat or Celtics.

[danherbias07]

I am kind of thinking what strategy does the Celtics still have.
It's like they already given everything in the game and there is still something lacking.

Is it just the Heat is really a better team than them?
I will be betting for the hot Heat in this. Yes, they might finish this. Butler is hungry for a championship game.

[Questat]

I am kind of thinking what strategy does the Celtics still have.
It's like they already given everything in the game and there is still something lacking.

Yes, it looks like we've seen everything and Miami Heat have seen and prepared whatever they have for tonight's game.
The Celtics is the favorites but I have doubts now since this is an elimination game, Miami Heat's defense are way better so I think I'll go with them for the rest of the way, even if they'll lose in this game.

Is it just the Heat is really a better team than them?
I will be betting for the hot Heat in this. Yes, they might finish this. Butler is hungry for a championship game.

Heat is obviously better as they are ahead in the series, but of course series is still alive, Celtics could bounce back.

[BlackFor3st]

 I voted for Lakers that it will become the champion for this season as I see that their team is doing fine and there are no serious injuries
that happened to their players.

I saw also that more than 50% of the voters are in favor for Lakers to win the 2020 NBA championship but what I am really looking at is whether
who will be their opponent in the finals if in case Lakers can wipe out Denver and will proceed to finals.

[ChiBitCTy]

I voted for the Clippers and obviously I am regretting doing so.  Right now I think the Lakers have the best chance of winning the championship.  It's awesome to finally have an equal playing field for the most part, rather than a super stacked team like the Warriors.

[bitgolden]

Nuggets came back from 3-1 already and we know they do not quit but this is Lakers, they do not choke, specially not Lebron. If Lebron has to figure out a way to win the whole game by himself without help from his teammates, dude will do that. This dude played with a fractured hand and had 50+ point triple double against a warriors with Klay, curry, Durant, Draymond and everyone else, he would have won as well if JR didn't forgot that they weren't ahead, that idiot caused them the game.

So, long story short I would have to say that 3-1 may not be guaranteed win for any other team, but on a team Lebron plays, when you are 3-1 ahead, it is nearly impossible for you to lose it from there, Nuggets are gone after this, maybe they will get one more game, who knows maybe even get another, but the last game of this series will be a Lakers win.

[Insanerman]

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Recently, I bumped into a meme that says when the series with Los Angeles is 3-1, but it's not Clippers. Lol. I voted on lakers, because I see them as the better team over Denver. Lakers are just too strong this time since Lebron is on the team, I'm not a very big fan of Lebron but the reality is he has a huge impact on the current status of Lakers.

Miami Heat will be the champion this year I guess, they're very prepared had much better team chemistry, hardwork pays.

[rhomelmabini]

Miami Heat will be the champion this year I guess, they're very prepared had much better team chemistry, hardwork pays.

Hope so but they got to head-to-head first to LeBron (or Jokic if they gonna pull the strings again for the 3rd time - the 3-1 deficit champs) and friends and I think that may not be gonna easy for them this time. I think so too that Heat will be the ECF champions.

[Rosilito]

So we don't know if they can come back from 1-3 against this Lakers team, their chances are slim.

It is now 3-1.

Based on the past games of the Denver Nuggets, we could say that LA is not the only one having a reason to be happy about this series. They overcame a 3-1 series twice, now they are on the same situation, will they break their own record? It is true though that the chances are slim and I don't think LAL will make this series longer.

Now the Nuggets are on it again for the 3rd straight time . They are on a 3-1 deficit again.
Now the big question is can they do it again for the 3rd time? They can win against another LA team but now a stronger LA team in Lakers.

The thing is, LeBron is already 14-0 when he's up in 3-1 lead though. Both are making their own run  .
Anyway, I just happen to see this one on NBA Buzz post.

Mike Malone Takes A Big Shot At Lakers After Game 4: “I’m Going To Have To Go Through The Proper Channels Like They Did To Get Some More Free Throws.”
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Malone made sure to let people know what he believed about officiating on Thursday night. The Lakers reportedly talked to the league to complain about LeBron James not getting enough free throws and the coach addressed that situation, stating the Nuggets will use the same tactics to see if something changes for Game 5. Denver attempted 23 free throws in the loss, 12 less than the Lakers.

Source: https://fadeawayworld.net/2020/09/25/mike-malone-takes-a-big-shot-at-lakers-after-game-4-im-going-to-have-to-go-through-the-proper-channels-like-they-did-to-get-some-more-free-throws/

While Mike admit that they're in fault for letting those offensive rebounds go, then would addressing their concern would make a huge difference? I mean, it seems that the calls made by the referees earlier were fair, well at least for me. But yeah, each game for them from then on is very important though, so that must be it. Anyway, what do you guys think?

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Will we know the first team in the Finals later tonight?

[carlfebz2]

Nuggets came back from 3-1 already and we know they do not quit but this is Lakers, they do not choke, specially not Lebron. If Lebron has to figure out a way to win the whole game by himself without help from his teammates, dude will do that. This dude played with a fractured hand and had 50+ point triple double against a warriors with Klay, curry, Durant, Draymond and everyone else, he would have won as well if JR didn't forgot that they weren't ahead, that idiot caused them the game.

So, long story short I would have to say that 3-1 may not be guaranteed win for any other team, but on a team Lebron plays, when you are 3-1 ahead, it is nearly impossible for you to lose it from there, Nuggets are gone after this, maybe they will get one more game, who knows maybe even get another, but the last game of this series will be a Lakers win.

It had to believe that they would really commit the same run on what they had done in Clippers.They wont really choke for 3 games consecutive and to think that they do already need 1 win to secure out the spot.

Im not really praising up Lebron but he wont really be called GOAT if he arent capable on doing those things but to think that 5 man gameplay is still efficient and much better rather than on making it on solo ride.

Locking up Murray on the last quarter or minutes is really a wise thing that they had done.It likely that Lakers and Heat will be on the finals.

[Captain Corporate]

 I could easily say that conference finals are not like other levels of basketball, you are literally just 5 wins away from championship, do you really think teams will leave from this level? Miami and lakers are both going to finals in my book, don't care how long it takes but they are both doing it. There is a narrative to be made there as well, Lakers are usually veterans, Miami has so many young players, it is Lebron vs Miami the team he brought 2 championships, there is so much story there as well. I would still prefer if the conference finals were battle of Los Angeles and Lakers beat Clippers and finals would be Lakers vs Celtics historic rivalary, but this Miami thing works out well for Lebron reasons as well. Hopefully there is no injury in neither teams, thats all I am hoping for now.

[btc_angela]

Nuggets came back from 3-1 already and we know they do not quit but this is Lakers, they do not choke, specially not Lebron. If Lebron has to figure out a way to win the whole game by himself without help from his teammates, dude will do that. This dude played with a fractured hand and had 50+ point triple double against a warriors with Klay, curry, Durant, Draymond and everyone else, he would have won as well if JR didn't forgot that they weren't ahead, that idiot caused them the game.

I agree, but I don't think that Lebron will take everything in his hands with the Lakers, he has Davis now and one of the best supporting casts that can play offense and also play hard defense.

So, long story short I would have to say that 3-1 may not be guaranteed win for any other team, but on a team Lebron plays, when you are 3-1 ahead, it is nearly impossible for you to lose it from there, Nuggets are gone after this, maybe they will get one more game, who knows maybe even get another, but the last game of this series will be a Lakers win.

Lebron wouldn't let this lead go away like the choking Clippers. He has a lot of experience under him and players like Rondo who has also championship experience will be the key in game 4 close out.

[Oilacris]

So, long story short I would have to say that 3-1 may not be guaranteed win for any other team, but on a team Lebron plays, when you are 3-1 ahead, it is nearly impossible for you to lose it from there, Nuggets are gone after this, maybe they will get one more game, who knows maybe even get another, but the last game of this series will be a Lakers win.

Lebron wouldn't let this lead go away like the choking Clippers. He has a lot of experience under him and players like Rondo who has also championship experience will be the key in game 4 close out.

They should let Rondo to be on the floor always yet he's one of the key on winning out a game when it comes to his precise and very planned passes that can really result into a sure basket.

He does know on when to fake out a pass or give fast breaks to those members which are widely opened or does have the opportunity to shoot.He might not really be that getting that much
attention but this dude is one of the factors on why they are getting the lead now.Denver can caught up when it comes to points but do fall short in the end time.

Lakers wont choke just like on what LAC did- not only talking about Lebron and AD but other members as well like KCP or even Caruso when in talks of team gameplays.

[freedomgo]

So, long story short I would have to say that 3-1 may not be guaranteed win for any other team, but on a team Lebron plays, when you are 3-1 ahead, it is nearly impossible for you to lose it from there, Nuggets are gone after this, maybe they will get one more game, who knows maybe even get another, but the last game of this series will be a Lakers win.

Lebron wouldn't let this lead go away like the choking Clippers. He has a lot of experience under him and players like Rondo who has also championship experience will be the key in game 4 close out.

They should let Rondo to be on the floor always yet he's one of the key on winning out a game when it comes to his precise and very planned passes that can really result into a sure basket.

He does know on when to fake out a pass or give fast breaks to those members which are widely opened or does have the opportunity to shoot.He might not really be that getting that much
attention but this dude is one of the factors on why they are getting the lead now.Denver can caught up when it comes to points but do fall short in the end time.

Lakers wont choke just like on what LAC did- not only talking about Lebron and AD but other members as well like KCP or even Caruso when in talks of team gameplays.

Very well, Rondo has great performance in their last two winnings, his classic fake pass was still there and can still confuse the defense of their opponent. He will be a great factor in this series, even in the NBA finals if indeed Lakers will break the curse on the opposite team of Denver who came back from 3-1 disadvantage.

[FlightyPouch]

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Very well, Rondo has great performance in their last two winnings, his classic fake pass was still there and can still confuse the defense of their opponent. He will be a great factor in this series, even in the NBA finals if indeed Lakers will break the curse on the opposite team of Denver who came back from 3-1 disadvantage.

We are just talking about Rondo and Howard but how about McGee? He's been in the bench for so long in this series and I think he could contribute in the team with his under the basket offense. With a lot of great players in their roster, I guess they are having short period in the court. Is Javale Macgee injured? He just played for five minutes in the last game.

[Janation]

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Very well, Rondo has great performance in their last two winnings, his classic fake pass was still there and can still confuse the defense of their opponent. He will be a great factor in this series, even in the NBA finals if indeed Lakers will break the curse on the opposite team of Denver who came back from 3-1 disadvantage.

We are just talking about Rondo and Howard but how about McGee? He's been in the bench for so long in this series and I think he could contribute in the team with his under the basket offense. With a lot of great players in their roster, I guess they are having short period in the court. Is Javale Macgee injured? He just played for five minutes in the last game.

AFAIK, he is not injured.

I've been wondering that for some time now and they are not using McGee the deeper they get from the playoffs. I guess you could read this article since they already explained it well why they chose Howard than McGee.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/lebron-james-lakers-and-these-3-1-deficits-are-teaching-the-young-nuggets-a-bitter-lesson-on-how-to-win/

[Reid]

 I could easily say that conference finals are not like other levels of basketball, you are literally just 5 wins away from championship, do you really think teams will leave from this level? Miami and lakers are both going to finals in my book, don't care how long it takes but they are both doing it. There is a narrative to be made there as well, Lakers are usually veterans, Miami has so many young players, it is Lebron vs Miami the team he brought 2 championships, there is so much story there as well. I would still prefer if the conference finals were battle of Los Angeles and Lakers beat Clippers and finals would be Lakers vs Celtics historic rivalary, but this Miami thing works out well for Lebron reasons as well. Hopefully there is no injury in neither teams, thats all I am hoping for now.

Hopefully none. We are being entertained with great games and we all want that to continue until the end.

But if Lakers win against the Nuggets, it will be difficult for Miami Heat to win the championship.
Remember, these teams in the East are now making thru up the Conference Finals because LBJ is in West now.  

Watching Celtics vs Heat live and it looks like the Heat want to finish this one early to have a good rest afterward.
That is if Nuggets could still win one more.

[erikoy]

Now watching NBA conference Finals celtics vs. miami heat 3rd quarter lead by miami (9points). I think Miami could end the series leading in the series 3-1. However, it would probably a comeback for Celtics for they are working hard now seeing like they wanted to play more against the heat. Love to see celtics in the championship game but i think Miami is more deserving for celtics which their rookie players had standing and playing records. But then it could still be a tough match in the championship game.