2024 NBA Season

[dwyane36]

Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

This season showed us that the Warriors didn't can anything without their leaders, and we can only assume that Curry and Thompson will continue to play at the same high level as they played before injuries.

[Lanatsa]

Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

This season showed us that the Warriors didn't can anything without their leaders, and we can only assume that Curry and Thompson will continue to play at the same high level as they played before injuries.

They don't have strong bench players so its expected that they cant do anything and as said that they should at least put up some budget on putting up better ones?

For sure there would be a comeback but the question is, they would really able to compete on the current roster of those powerhouse teams at the moment?
Not to underestimate but that wont really be an easy comeback.

[freedomgo]

Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

This season showed us that the Warriors didn't can anything without their leaders, and we can only assume that Curry and Thompson will continue to play at the same high level as they played before injuries.

They don't have strong bench players so its expected that they cant do anything and as said that they should at least put up some budget on putting up better ones?

For sure there would be a comeback but the question is, they would really able to compete on the current roster of those powerhouse teams at the moment?
Not to underestimate but that wont really be an easy comeback.

We will see, the warriors became popular with Curry and Thompson only, these 2 splash brothers are very consistent, great 3 point shooters, they just need to add more role players to help them and it's not a problem as the warriors are playing a good ball passing which will give these 2 more open shots.

Actually, the system of the Warriors makes the players better.

[batang_bitcoin]

Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

That happens every season. Remember when Lebron didn't made it on the finals during the other season, cmiiw. Fans thought that him and his team will never create a comeback. But just look at the recent season, they've made it. And I think for GSW, they are also going through the same process. I mean this is applicable for most teams that are going through a tough process, they're all possibly going to have a lot of changes which they think is necessary for them to step up.

[Sanitough]

Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

That happens every season. Remember when Lebron didn't made it on the finals during the other season, cmiiw. Fans thought that him and his team will never create a comeback. But just look at the recent season, they've made it. And I think for GSW, they are also going through the same process. I mean this is applicable for most teams that are going through a tough process, they're all possibly going to have a lot of changes which they think is necessary for them to step up.

The expectation of the people is just high, actually they look absent as they lose in the last NBA Finals, and this season they didn't even qualify in the playoffs, and we can also consider that Durant is not anymore with the team which was their Finals MVP the time when they won a championship, now we have the Lakers who are the champ, it's nice that GSW was underrated again so we can get a great odds betting on them.

They'll come back, that's for sure.

[Ziskinberg]

Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

That happens every season. Remember when Lebron didn't made it on the finals during the other season, cmiiw. Fans thought that him and his team will never create a comeback. But just look at the recent season, they've made it. And I think for GSW, they are also going through the same process. I mean this is applicable for most teams that are going through a tough process, they're all possibly going to have a lot of changes which they think is necessary for them to step up.

The expectation of the people is just high, actually they look absent as they lose in the last NBA Finals, and this season they didn't even qualify in the playoffs, and we can also consider that Durant is not anymore with the team which was their Finals MVP the time when they won a championship, now we have the Lakers who are the champ, it's nice that GSW was underrated again so we can get a great odds betting on them.

They'll come back, that's for sure.

Warriors are +700 to win the NBA championship next season.

https://www.oddsshark.com/nba/odds/futures

Lakers (1) and Clippers (2).  I'm sure they'll only face one of that team if they will get a good ranking in the regular season and will beat their opponents in the playoffs to reach the WCF. Warriors are great because of the fans, so I'm hoping that next season it's not the same set up as the bubble.

[stadus]

Thank you for your responses, I didn't expect this thread to be active like this.

As requested, a poll has been added, please vote for us to see the views of the majority here, Thank you.

[Reid]

As requested, a poll has been added, please vote for us to see the views of the majority here, Thank you.

That's already a new poll stadus?

Take note that strategy is their solution to compete with the best during their hard and difficult time. They made that built from scratch so it's inappropriate to say that they relying too much on three-point shooting. Back then, the suggested advice to them is to focus on the outside area since they are being dominated in the paint by other teams. And look at the progress, it becomes successful and their 3 chips is a living proof to that.

It's no secret that their core players become affected by the injuries last season. Surely, they will bounce back. Can't believe with just a single season absence, people think GSW is now done.

The process of thinking strategies is continuous, even by any teams. It's just that the process isn't done overnight. Give them time.

That's true.
Those 3 point shots are being created also.
They don't just go there and throw the ball in space with a defender on their face.

One thing that is also forgotten. It's their defense which made them win championships.
How can you take a lead if you cannot even defend first? That include the switches made by the whole team that is not shown in their statistics.

They will bounce back, I am sure about that.
Even without KD, they can make it happen. They don't really have him in the first place.

[stadus]

As requested, a poll has been added, please vote for us to see the views of the majority here, Thank you.

That's already a new poll stadus?

I'm kinda loss now, haha... sorry that was a mistaken post, that was suppose be in this thread.

Do you believe NBA is rigged?

Please vote on the poll.. That wrong post will be deleted in 24 hours.

[rhomelmabini]

They will bounce back, I am sure about that.
Even without KD, they can make it happen. They don't really have him in the first place.

I am sure there will be exciting trades will happen again but I'm not expecting a Superstar to fill that in but more like to fill the missing role they don't have that much right now like a Center and a reserve player/s for that role. I am not expecting they will be that explosive since their main players are just getting back from rehabilitation from their injuries but having those the kind of Curry and Thompson on the court really makes a big difference they really put a show.

Warriors are great because of the fans, so I'm hoping that next season it's not the same set up as the bubble.

I hope so too and seeing those replays of Finals before this bubble it made me realize that's it's really have more thrill and excitement rather than this bubble. I wonder who would won the Finals this season if the past setup's has been the same?

[asu]

One thing that is also forgotten. It's their defense which made them win championships.
How can you take a lead if you cannot even defend first? That include the switches made by the whole team that is not shown in their statistics.

Speaking of switches. I remembered their Double Screen Play or also known as “Elevator Doors” we’re Curry or Klay run through and quickly accelerate in the middle of his team the would close the doors from the defender. That screen play is one of the best, beautiful and amazing.

Some great clips of it. Here

[boyptc]

Harden as the best player of the team has the power to influence the top management in making a decision, but he should not be trusted as his decision is wrong most of the time, and look at his prediction on the 2020 NBA playoffs, he thought WB and him could win a championship but he was wrong.

BIG WRONG!

https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/2019/11/13/james-harden-says-rockets-will-win-2020-nba-championship/

James Harden says Rockets will win 2020 NBA championship

It's normal to see predictions go wrong. Most of them will always make themselves better than the rest, it's an honor for them to say such words.

Speaking of Harden.

--> https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-dont-think-anybody-saw-that-coming-former-nba-champion-lauds-james-harden-for-his-rise-chris-bosh-houston-rockets-basketball/

[stadus]

Harden as the best player of the team has the power to influence the top management in making a decision, but he should not be trusted as his decision is wrong most of the time, and look at his prediction on the 2020 NBA playoffs, he thought WB and him could win a championship but he was wrong.

BIG WRONG!

https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/2019/11/13/james-harden-says-rockets-will-win-2020-nba-championship/

James Harden says Rockets will win 2020 NBA championship

It's normal to see predictions go wrong. Most of them will always make themselves better than the rest, it's an honor for them to say such words.

Yes, but it was Harden himself making a prediction that his team will be a champion, but it didn't happen, so I think he should just shut up and do it in action in the court, Curry and Thompson never boost about their team but they are so successful playing together, what the Rockets need is more work less talk.

Speaking of Harden.

--> https://www.essentiallysports.com/nba-news-dont-think-anybody-saw-that-coming-former-nba-champion-lauds-james-harden-for-his-rise-chris-bosh-houston-rockets-basketball/

Harden is already good as an individual player, but as a team player, I don't think so, people look at their achievement, unfortunately, Harden has not achieve an NBA championship yet, nor gone in the NBA Finals.

[Reid]

That's already a new poll stadus?

I'm kinda loss now, haha..

It's okay. That happens to all of us. 

They will bounce back, I am sure about that.
Even without KD, they can make it happen. They don't really have him in the first place.

I am sure there will be exciting trades will happen again but I'm not expecting a Superstar to fill that in but more like to fill the missing role they don't have that much right now like a Center and a reserve player/s for that role. I am not expecting they will be that explosive since their main players are just getting back from rehabilitation from their injuries but having those the kind of Curry and Thompson on the court really makes a big difference they really put a show.

Yeah, if you look at their roster, they don't really have a center.
It is just Kevon Looney and Draymond Green who will play that position.
I think they can manage that since a lot of teams now are doing the same.
Improvements is want I want to see especially with Draymond. I hope he already learned to shoot now making the team more frightening. 

[freedomgo]

They will bounce back, I am sure about that.
Even without KD, they can make it happen. They don't really have him in the first place.

I am sure there will be exciting trades will happen again but I'm not expecting a Superstar to fill that in but more like to fill the missing role they don't have that much right now like a Center and a reserve player/s for that role. I am not expecting they will be that explosive since their main players are just getting back from rehabilitation from their injuries but having those the kind of Curry and Thompson on the court really makes a big difference they really put a show.

Yeah, if you look at their roster, they don't really have a center.
It is just Kevon Looney and Draymond Green who will play that position.
I think they can manage that since a lot of teams now are doing the same.
Improvements is want I want to see especially with Draymond. I hope he already learned to shoot now making the team more frightening. 

Draymond is not a good shooter but he brings energy to the team, if he sets up good he can shoot in the 3 point line, and that makes him scary. What I like about him is his aggressiveness, his defense is underrated at his size, and his passing ability also is extra ordinary, that's the reason his teammates can find open shots especially Curry and Thompson who are good 3 point shooters.

Last time they went champ, they had big mans who really played well, IIRC, Bogut and Mcgee, these are the bigs who also help the Warriors to gain championships. Warriors need to get a big man, if they can get Howard, it would be a great addition to the team as long as he keep his cool all the time.

[ingiltere]

Question:   2020 NBA Champion?
Clippers   - 28 (22.6%)
Lakers   - 61 (49.2%)
Bucks   - 7 (5.6%)
Rockets   - 4 (3.2%)
Sixers   - 1 (0.8%)
Warriors   - 9 (7.3%)
Jazz   - 1 (0.8%)
Nuggets   - 6 (4.8%)
Celtics   - 1 (0.8%)
Other   - 6 (4.8%)

Total Voters: 124

Our poll question was about championship and almost half of the voters guessed it right. Thank you to everybody who vote and joined discussion.
We didn't expect this at the beginning of the season but after the bubble it was pretty obvious. Congratulations to whole Lakers organisation.

[milewilda]

Yes, but it was Harden himself making a prediction that his team will be a champion, but it didn't happen, so I think he should just shut up and do it in action in the court, Curry and Thompson never boost about their team but they are so successful playing together, what the Rockets need is more work less talk.

Anyone does have the right to talk in regards to his insights or goals ahead.If he had said that they'll win 2020 championship then its sad that it didnt happen.Pretty sure that
majority of teams do really aim in the same target or goal.The difference is that Harden is just tactful on whats up into his mind and i agree that it would be better to be silent
and do the job or work hard to achieve it.It is much more appealing if you arent really boasting and acting that you are better than everyone else.
It would really just end up on frustration and crticism.

[Twentyonepaylots]

Our poll question was about championship and almost half of the voters guessed it right. Thank you to everybody who vote and joined discussion.
We didn't expect this at the beginning of the season but after the bubble it was pretty obvious. Congratulations to whole Lakers organisation.

Thanks to lakers coz I won a local bet from my friend lol I was really rooting for the Lakers since Lebron got there, I always follow lebron's team and roots to it, he's just a better player inside and outside the court. Props to Miami Heat and Spo, that was a real hustle especially Jimmy, He's worth a salute of NBA fans out there. Congratulation to Lakers! 

[coinlocket$]

Just curious here, don't you think that the start of the new season is too late in January 2021?

When they will end the next season  

Wasn't the season supposed to start in December or I missed something?

[ingiltere]

Just curious here, don't you think that the start of the new season is too late in January 2021?

When they will end the next season 

Wasn't the season supposed to start in December or I missed something?

If we think about current situation, global pandemic is not over and everything is out of normal, so they should figure out a better way for this season. These 2 seasons will be exceptional, it will be in history books for sure.

Normally we have too much time for off-season, draft, trades and such. But now we have a bubble in our hands.
Maybe they will shorten regular season and play-offs will be played in expected time, I don't know. Have you heard about the final planning of the season?