2025 NBA Season

[stomachgrowls]

Why people gets too fired up with that Heat win? even Jimmy Butler said ‘you’re in trouble’ thing. Are they really that confident on make a comeback?

Well, we cant judge too early but this game 4 will be might a deciding game if they do really have the chance or  that game 3 was just really some sort of luck?

Lakers are for sure making adjustments on what they had badly performed in game 3.They wont be the same on this upcoming game 4 and Heat should really be prepared for that one.

It's because they're the underdog and people want to see a close series. It would be interesting to see the heat win again to tie the series but it'll take another monstrous performance from Butler and on the other side a mediocre performance from AD which is very unlikely to happen again. If the Heat didn't have their key players injured maybe they have a chance to push the series even further but I agree that game 3 was more on luck unless they some sort of answer to AD again and hold him down to 10-15 points.

I agree, Jimmy can score 50 points, but if AD and Lebron combine for the same then it even it out. Let's see if Bam can play to help Jimmy, otherwise it will be a difficult game for Miami as AD will try to readjust and get back in the game with his points and overall contributions.

Also, I think the rest of the role players of Lakers will try to show their skills here not just in offense, but on defense as well to hold the Miami players, unlike in the last game where in they got points very easy. So let's see who will win, the pressure is still on Miami to win and tie the series.

And now LA had able to get that Game 4 and as expected there were indeed adjustment made out by Lakers.I have seen that Bam Adebayo had played and did really play well but it isnt really enough yet

LA had good rotations on that recent game plus KCP was on fire giving out those crucial clutches specially on 4th quarter which those shots are indeed important to make out some lead on last minutes of the game.

For sure Lakers fans do held up their breaths about those turnover of Heat into those times but we have seen that they had executed it well to maintain the lead.Lakers will close this series on game 5 and another
4-1 would happen. 

[RealMalatesta]

3-1 is still technically not something you should be relax about, if I was lakers I would still make sure I bring my A game to the 5th game because we have seen Nuggets come back from 3-1 just this year and Lebron should know better about 3-1 comebacks as he has done for it to 73 win warriors with not so great teammates, so no team is safe from 3-1 lead. However lets be also realistic, Lakers are basically destroying Miami right now and Dragic is still out, Bam may have returned but Lakers have AD there, what can Bam do?

There is a good quote from Ralph Waldo Emerson " When you strike a king, you better not miss" and this is perfect for this series, Lebron is King and dude knows how to win games no matter what, doesn't care what the situation is, and when he is the favorites? It is just piece of cake for him.

[chaser15]

Young ones with confidence already. .

I hope that those young player's confidence will still be the same once they now played in a pressured environment.

They didn't feel yet the pressure of playing against the big crowd as they are like playing in a practice.

These kids have a future. I just hope they will be utilized more.

[carlfebz2]

Young ones with confidence already. .

I hope that those young player's confidence will still be the same once they now played in a pressured environment.

They didn't feel yet the pressure of playing against the big crowd as they are like playing in a practice.

These kids have a future. I just hope they will be utilized more.

They might lose this time but there are still lots of rooms for them to grow and you are right that they might be confident now but if you are in an actual crowd
then everything would change but it wont really be that hard to make up some adjustments because the longer you are exposed the easier you would
adapt into the environment which wont really be an issue into your emotional/psychological aspect.

Lots of young players had proven out their worth and we can say that they would really be the next in line if they would continue to make good gameplays
like that.

As for the Finals topic on where i cant see any 3-1 comeback on here, not for Lakers.

[batang_bitcoin]

It is very odd that people do not find any interest in this final series.
The broadcasting ratings are very low... What can be the reason for that?

I guess everybody is looking for something to fill their hungry stomachs due to the pandemic crisis rather than watching the finals of the NBA. It's also likely that people are not interested whenever the series is at the middle of it, just like the indicated game which is game 3.
But you can count on it whenever it goes to the last game or crowning game which is likely the next game, ratings will be up.

[Oasisman]

Young ones with confidence already. .

I hope that those young player's confidence will still be the same once they now played in a pressured environment.

They didn't feel yet the pressure of playing against the big crowd as they are like playing in a practice.

These kids have a future. I just hope they will be utilized more.

Yep, playoff environment outside the bubble is very different from the inside. I agree there's less pressure competing in finals this year, and so the young Heat haven't felt what the real NBA finals is. I bet they won't make it to the finals again next year again, not unless if they'll improve their roster by acquiring a legitimate big man. Bam is way too undersized to fill the center position.

My honest opinion about this series is that, it's obviously a mismatch, the reason why the NBA was suffering from the all time low tv ratings on game 1 of the NBA finals.

[harizen]

Nice article to read regarding Game 4 plays:

Five plays from Game 4 that will haunt the Miami Heat

Just don't take the word "haunt" literally lol.

So far, Game 4 on the series is not a lopsided game. That's the game I like to watch. Unpredictable until the buzzer ends. Eventhough Lakers have the majority of the lead on that game, Miami Heat always coming back and narrowing the lead.

With the 2-2-1-1-1 finals format, the bubble will goes back to Lakers setup on Game 5 and likely, they will push for a championship as I'm thinking they want to make celebration and a possible tribute (Kobe) at the Lakers environment.

[Natalim]

Young ones with confidence already. .

I hope that those young player's confidence will still be the same once they now played in a pressured environment.

They didn't feel yet the pressure of playing against the big crowd as they are like playing in a practice.

These kids have a future. I just hope they will be utilized more.

Yep, playoff environment outside the bubble is very different from the inside. I agree there's less pressure competing in finals this year, and so the young Heat haven't felt what the real NBA finals is. I bet they won't make it to the finals again next year again, not unless if they'll improve their roster by acquiring a legitimate big man. Bam is way too undersized to fill the center position.

My honest opinion about this series is that, it's obviously a mismatch, the reason why the NBA was suffering from the all time low tv ratings on game 1 of the NBA finals.

The question is which team in the East would match the Lakers considering the best teams fall down against the Miami Heat. 1st round series - Miami Heat swept Indiana Pacers, 2nd round- Bucks best team in the NBA lucky to won one game against Heat, ECF, Heat won 4-2. I guess Heat deserves the credit here, Lebron built a super team and he was again successful this time with the Lakers.

Heat had so much to improve, they can get another superstar next season to pair with Jimmy and they'll be competitive in the NBA Finals if they'll ever come back.

[wheelz1200]

Young ones with confidence already. .

I hope that those young player's confidence will still be the same once they now played in a pressured environment.

They didn't feel yet the pressure of playing against the big crowd as they are like playing in a practice.

These kids have a future. I just hope they will be utilized more.

Yep, playoff environment outside the bubble is very different from the inside. I agree there's less pressure competing in finals this year, and so the young Heat haven't felt what the real NBA finals is. I bet they won't make it to the finals again next year again, not unless if they'll improve their roster by acquiring a legitimate big man. Bam is way too undersized to fill the center position.

My honest opinion about this series is that, it's obviously a mismatch, the reason why the NBA was suffering from the all time low tv ratings on game 1 of the NBA finals.

The question is which team in the East would match the Lakers considering the best teams fall down against the Miami Heat. 1st round series - Miami Heat swept Indiana Pacers, 2nd round- Bucks best team in the NBA lucky to won one game against Heat, ECF, Heat won 4-2. I guess Heat deserves the credit here, Lebron built a super team and he was again successful this time with the Lakers.

Heat had so much to improve, they can get another superstar next season to pair with Jimmy and they'll be competitive in the NBA Finals if they'll ever come back.

I agree that the bubble is in no way indicative of how the next season will play out.  Everything was played on neutral courts so it leveled out the home field advantage for the top 1-4 teams.  I dont know who in the east will compete with the west but Remember the nets will be getting Kevin durant and kyrie back to add to their team.  If healthy that team is going to be sick.

[stadus]

Young ones with confidence already. .

I hope that those young player's confidence will still be the same once they now played in a pressured environment.

They didn't feel yet the pressure of playing against the big crowd as they are like playing in a practice.

These kids have a future. I just hope they will be utilized more.

Yep, playoff environment outside the bubble is very different from the inside. I agree there's less pressure competing in finals this year, and so the young Heat haven't felt what the real NBA finals is. I bet they won't make it to the finals again next year again, not unless if they'll improve their roster by acquiring a legitimate big man. Bam is way too undersized to fill the center position.

My honest opinion about this series is that, it's obviously a mismatch, the reason why the NBA was suffering from the all time low tv ratings on game 1 of the NBA finals.

The question is which team in the East would match the Lakers considering the best teams fall down against the Miami Heat. 1st round series - Miami Heat swept Indiana Pacers, 2nd round- Bucks best team in the NBA lucky to won one game against Heat, ECF, Heat won 4-2. I guess Heat deserves the credit here, Lebron built a super team and he was again successful this time with the Lakers.

Heat had so much to improve, they can get another superstar next season to pair with Jimmy and they'll be competitive in the NBA Finals if they'll ever come back.

I agree that the bubble is in no way indicative of how the next season will play out.  Everything was played on neutral courts so it leveled out the home field advantage for the top 1-4 teams.  I dont know who in the east will compete with the west but Remember the nets will be getting Kevin durant and kyrie back to add to their team.  If healthy that team is going to be sick.

They will be a huge threat "if" Durant and Irving will be able to stay healthy until the playoffs.

Durant coming from injury, we don't know if he is still the same Kevin Durant.
Kyrie Irving also is not consistent, very fragile, we don't know when he will be injured or if he can complete the NBA playoffs.
Hopefully Nets would be fully Healthy, that's all I wish to see a great playoffs next season.

For now, I must say advance congratulations to the Lakers, they'll certainly end the series in 5.

[danherbias07]

They will be a huge threat "if" Durant and Irving will be able to stay healthy until the playoffs.

Durant coming from injury, we don't know if he is still the same Kevin Durant.
Kyrie Irving also is not consistent, very fragile, we don't know when he will be injured or if he can complete the NBA playoffs.
Hopefully Nets would be fully Healthy, that's all I wish to see a great playoffs next season.

For now, I must say advance congratulations to the Lakers, they'll certainly end the series in 5.

Durant and Kyrie.
Then, with their new head coach Steve Nash.
I am not sure if this is a good combination but its like Durant and Kyrie are already making bad impressions in their recent podcast.
Jealousy against Lebron and then a cheap shot to Steve Nash.
I don't know what their goals at but I don't see those two as leaders.
I'd rather pick Dinwiddie to lead the Nets team.

[cryptofiend01]

It is very odd that people do not find any interest in this final series.
The broadcasting ratings are very low... What can be the reason for that?

I guess everybody is looking for something to fill their hungry stomachs due to the pandemic crisis rather than watching the finals of the NBA. It's also likely that people are not interested whenever the series is at the middle of it, just like the indicated game which is game 3.
But you can count on it whenever it goes to the last game or crowning game which is likely the next game, ratings will be up.

As a long time NBA fan I've found myself resorted to watching full game highlights on youtube instead of sitting through games.
Seeing a crowd even through TV certainly makes watching the games live more engaging and thrilling.. On top of that, the season was interrupted and things just don't feel.. ordinary. 

[LogitechMouse]

They will be a huge threat "if" Durant and Irving will be able to stay healthy until the playoffs.

Durant coming from injury, we don't know if he is still the same Kevin Durant.
Kyrie Irving also is not consistent, very fragile, we don't know when he will be injured or if he can complete the NBA playoffs.
Hopefully Nets would be fully Healthy, that's all I wish to see a great playoffs next season.

For now, I must say advance congratulations to the Lakers, they'll certainly end the series in 5.

Durant and Kyrie.
Then, with their new head coach Steve Nash.
I am not sure if this is a good combination but its like Durant and Kyrie are already making bad impressions in their recent podcast.
Jealousy against Lebron and then a cheap shot to Steve Nash.
I don't know what their goals at but I don't see those two as leaders.
I'd rather pick Dinwiddie to lead the Nets team.

The first job of Nash as a head coach isn't starting yet but he heard some negative words from Kyrie already.
Him doesn't see the team having a head coach?? What a statement is that coming from a player which is one of the best in handles yes but one of the most ignorant professional players in NBA history.
I don't want to say something though regarding the Durant and Kyrie duo since we didn't see them playing as a team yet. Lets see next season before we judge their roster.
I just saw some articles and videos in different social media platforms saying that the Lakers will use the Black and Yellow jersey.
Take note that they are 4-0 wearing this and they created that jersey for the late Black Mamba. Is this the sign that they will really determined to end the series already.

[cabalism13]

Can I get some full video links of the replay of the Finals?
Missed it all, LoL, was too busy studying. Can't find a complete game on Youtube, majority were just highlights.

[batang_bitcoin]

It is very odd that people do not find any interest in this final series.
The broadcasting ratings are very low... What can be the reason for that?

I guess everybody is looking for something to fill their hungry stomachs due to the pandemic crisis rather than watching the finals of the NBA. It's also likely that people are not interested whenever the series is at the middle of it, just like the indicated game which is game 3.
But you can count on it whenever it goes to the last game or crowning game which is likely the next game, ratings will be up.

As a long time NBA fan I've found myself resorted to watching full game highlights on youtube instead of sitting through games.
Seeing a crowd even through TV certainly makes watching the games live more engaging and thrilling.. On top of that, the season was interrupted and things just don't feel.. ordinary. 

Maybe they haven't counted all of those fans that are watching the highlights on different channels or platforms like YouTube, Facebook and any other video sharing platform. Things have changed and fans like you don't prefer to watch the full thing as there were highlight replays and videos you can analyze after the game.

Can I get some full video links of the replay of the Finals?
Missed it all, LoL, was too busy studying. Can't find a complete game on Youtube, majority were just highlights.

Yes on Youtube you can't find it. Try searching with keywords on Facebook, there were a lot of streams for that game.

[OrdinaryBloke26]

It is very odd that people do not find any interest in this final series.
The broadcasting ratings are very low... What can be the reason for that?

I guess everybody is looking for something to fill their hungry stomachs due to the pandemic crisis rather than watching the finals of the NBA. It's also likely that people are not interested whenever the series is at the middle of it, just like the indicated game which is game 3.
But you can count on it whenever it goes to the last game or crowning game which is likely the next game, ratings will be up.

As a long time NBA fan I've found myself resorted to watching full game highlights on youtube instead of sitting through games.
Seeing a crowd even through TV certainly makes watching the games live more engaging and thrilling.. On top of that, the season was interrupted and things just don't feel.. ordinary. 

Maybe they haven't counted all of those fans that are watching the highlights on different channels or platforms like YouTube, Facebook and any other video sharing platform. Things have changed and fans like you don't prefer to watch the full thing as there were highlight replays and videos you can analyze after the game.

Can I get some full video links of the replay of the Finals?
Missed it all, LoL, was too busy studying. Can't find a complete game on Youtube, majority were just highlights.

Yes on Youtube you can't find it. Try searching with keywords on Facebook, there were a lot of streams for that game.

You can find the complete game on Youtube + Facebook. You might need to use a VPN to a non-tier 1 server location as the game is restricted in some locations: Try the Philippines or India server.

[Questat]

Can I get some full video links of the replay of the Finals?
Missed it all, LoL, was too busy studying. Can't find a complete game on Youtube, majority were just highlights.

Honestly it's hard to find a full replay in youtube especially on this NBA Finals, I can't also find it in different site, so I can only suggest you to watch a highlights per quarter, that could still give some excitement at a very least.

[Ziskinberg]

I think Lakers will end the series in 5, but I am not betting on the Lakers -7 or -7.5 only as I have other plans, I am trying to get an odds for Lakers to win 26+ as I believe it's either Heat will cover again or Lakers will dominate and route the Heat in this game.

I am getting x14 winning of my bet if I'll win.

https://www.bitsler.com/en/sports/basketball/usa/nba/23844573-los-angeles-lakers-vs-miami-heat

[FlightyPouch]

Can I get some full video links of the replay of the Finals?
Missed it all, LoL, was too busy studying. Can't find a complete game on Youtube, majority were just highlights.

Honestly it's hard to find a full replay in youtube especially on this NBA Finals, I can't also find it in different site, so I can only suggest you to watch a highlights per quarter, that could still give some excitement at a very least.

If you really wanted to feel the whole game, I could recommend you some YouTube videos but it will not be a full video of the game but a play by play reactions since they can't live stream the actual game. Highlights per quarter is better.

[OrdinaryBloke26]

I think Lakers will end the series in 5, but I am not betting on the Lakers -7 or -7.5 only as I have other plans, I am trying to get an odds for Lakers to win 26+ as I believe it's either Heat will cover again or Lakers will dominate and route the Heat in this game.

I am getting x14 winning of my bet if I'll win.

https://www.bitsler.com/en/sports/basketball/usa/nba/23844573-los-angeles-lakers-vs-miami-heat

Agreed. It's done in five.