2024 NBA Season

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Some seemed to forget how good the Warriors is as a team.

They have 5 trips in the NBA finals, won 3 of them, it's a championship team, even Durant leave, the core is still there, they will remain a championship team as long as Curry, Thompson, and Green are in the team.

here, worth a read.

https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/warriors/2021-nba-finals-six-reasons-why-warriors-will-play-title

Thank you Botnake for the link.
That is really worth the read.

A young team surrounded by champions. What will be expecting? A lot. 
Looking forward to Wiggins putting a big exclamation point next season. I am hoping he can learn more from the core trio of GSW.
Although they are young, they are veterans in some terms like playoffs and Finals experience.
They had their rest, time to wake up the monster.

Yes, it was interesting read, I totally forgot about Eric Paschall, yes indeed he was showing signs of being a good player, maybe to fill the some gaps, but I'm sure that Green would be a good mentor for this young guy and they have similar built and playing style. I disagree with Giannis though, I don't think that GSW will be interested on getting him since the core is still there will good and young upcoming talents.

[Maslate]

I disagree with Giannis though, I don't think that GSW will be interested on getting him since the core is still there will good and young upcoming talents.

They were able to convinced KD to joined the team, I think they can also do that with Giannis if the MVP is willing to leave the team for a chance to win a championship. I believe it's a better version of GSW than KD having them as Curry and Thompson could certainly do their thing here.

[FlightyPouch]

I disagree with Giannis though, I don't think that GSW will be interested on getting him since the core is still there will good and young upcoming talents.

They were able to convinced KD to joined the team, I think they can also do that with Giannis if the MVP is willing to leave the team for a chance to win a championship. I believe it's a better version of GSW than KD having them as Curry and Thompson could certainly do their thing here.

For me it is just great for Giannis to stay at Milwaukee. If he will just be aiming to get a championship with that duo and Green on his team, I don't think that he would improve. He's still young, he could still grow with his team and make another hit in the playoffs. I don't know what they are lacking but I am still rooting for them in the next season.

[freedomgo]

I disagree with Giannis though, I don't think that GSW will be interested on getting him since the core is still there will good and young upcoming talents.

They were able to convinced KD to joined the team, I think they can also do that with Giannis if the MVP is willing to leave the team for a chance to win a championship. I believe it's a better version of GSW than KD having them as Curry and Thompson could certainly do their thing here.

For me it is just great for Giannis to stay at Milwaukee. If he will just be aiming to get a championship with that duo and Green on his team, I don't think that he would improve. He's still young, he could still grow with his team and make another hit in the playoffs. I don't know what they are lacking but I am still rooting for them in the next season.

Not green, but with Curry and Thompson, Green is known as a defensive player, imagine how great the offense will improve with Giannis on the team. However, I am not thinking of this anymore as it's like supporting the NBA to build a super team, nothing is easy in life, Giannis has to work his way, improve himself and carry his team.

[sana54210]

I would say in that case bucks would have to get a sign and trade, there is not really that much space for Giannis to sign with GSW because their cap is not good at all, which means they will have to trade Giannis to GSW and GSW do not have anything proper to offer to Bucks neither.

If they do it right now, it could be a good draft pick GSW will have this year because they sucked this season due to injuries, and they could give some future picks as well and they could give wiggins and some change and get Giannis but WHY would bucks accept that? Sure its some picks that could turn out to be good players, but they already give Giannis in that scenario, why would they want to get picks that "might be" good when they have MVP caliber Giannis at the helm right now? I do not see how this could happen at all.

[Reid]

DeMar DeRozan trade rumors: Five possible fits after anonymous agent claims star 'doesn't like San Antonio'

Credits: CBS

"DeMar doesn't like San Antonio and doesn't want to be there," an anonymous agent told The Athletic.

We keep on hearing this kind of statement from players.
What is really behind the San Antonio team?
Is it Pops? Management? Locker room behaviors?
IIRC, Kawhi's agent said the same thing.

On other news.
Stan Van Gundy agrees to become coach of Pelicans

Comments? 

[stomachgrowls]

"DeMar doesn't like San Antonio and doesn't want to be there," an anonymous agent told The Athletic.

We keep on hearing this kind of statement from players.
What is really behind the San Antonio team?
Is it Pops? Management? Locker room behaviors?
IIRC, Kawhi's agent said the same thing.
Comments? 

No one can tell the actual reason but my guts tell me is that this do particularly an issue about management.We wont know if those former players wont make any comment about it
but for sure it will really be their own personal reason.

Given on the link and showing off into the possible teams that seem he might fit then it will be better if he would be on Lakers. I agree into that commentary
that LA do really need some good ball handler for some add up.Knicks would also be a considerable option.

[ingiltere]

Do you have a suggestion for new poll guys? We can do off season championship poll or something about trades and draft related.
I have something on my mind. Will Anthony Davis stay in Lakers or go to other team, which team DeMar DeRozan will go or something like that. Let me know your suggestions and I'll change the poll.

[chaser15]

Stan Van Gundy agrees to become coach of Pelicans

Comments? 

Not much special but it's a good move.

With Van Gundy's reputation, I think these Pelicans youngsters will be intimidated as a sign of respect. A famous coach that maybe can increase these youngsters morale to give their best in every game. Players won't likely to make mistakes.

Aside from hiring a famous coach, Pelicans should also revamp their bench players.

[Pamadar]

Stan Van Gundy agrees to become coach of Pelicans

Comments? 

Not much special but it's a good move.

With Van Gundy's reputation, I think these Pelicans youngsters will be intimidated as a sign of respect. A famous coach that maybe can increase these youngsters morale to give their best in every game. Players won't likely to make mistakes.

Aside from hiring a famous coach, Pelicans should also revamp their bench players.

I agree to you! Managements needs also to have additional good  players after having a good coach.

This young selections needs someone who can bring more out from them, they already have the talents just needed some more maturities, better to hire another star caliber player who can manage to work with Zion and Ball, they are offensive players just need someone to guide them aside from their new head coach.

[dwyane36]

Some "old" guys are planning to return to the NBA floor in the next season. For example, Joe Johnson still looks healthy, and I think he will able to play 1 or 2 seasons. Also, Jamal Crawford intends to return to break the ankles of rookies with his crossover skills.
Article about free agents.

[NotATether]

Stan Van Gundy agrees to become coach of Pelicans

Comments?  

Not much special but it's a good move.

With Van Gundy's reputation, I think these Pelicans youngsters will be intimidated as a sign of respect. A famous coach that maybe can increase these youngsters morale to give their best in every game. Players won't likely to make mistakes.

Aside from hiring a famous coach, Pelicans should also revamp their bench players.

I think Zion WIlliamson is good as he is, it was his knee surgery that screwed him up for most of last season. Ingram was at the Lakers for some time but was just assisting other star players and never really found a specialty for himself at the time. Though now he certainly plays more impressively now that he's at the Pelicans.

Van Gudry Gundy (*thanks Botnake) should focus on these two players the most so that they can carry the squad that he forms through games, even when opposition is tough.

[Botnake]

Stan Van Gundy agrees to become coach of Pelicans

Comments? 

Not much special but it's a good move.

With Van Gundy's reputation, I think these Pelicans youngsters will be intimidated as a sign of respect. A famous coach that maybe can increase these youngsters morale to give their best in every game. Players won't likely to make mistakes.

Aside from hiring a famous coach, Pelicans should also revamp their bench players.

I think Zion WIlliamson is good as he is, it was his knee surgery that screwed him up for most of last season. Ingram was at the Lakers for some time but was just assisting other star players and never really found a specialty for himself at the time. Though now he certainly plays more impressively now that he's at the Pelicans.

Van Gudry should focus on these two players the most so that they can carry the squad that he forms through games, even when opposition is tough.

Correction, it's Van Gundy, it's a different person if misspelled. Well, he is very useful to the team, I hope he can help, AFAIK, he was already doing some commentating job in the NBA but now back to coaching, happy to see that, I hope he can improve the Pelican's defense as that is their weakness.

[stadus]

Some "old" guys are planning to return to the NBA floor in the next season. For example, Joe Johnson still looks healthy, and I think he will able to play 1 or 2 seasons. Also, Jamal Crawford intends to return to break the ankles of rookies with his crossover skills.
Article about free agents.

Both players are still playing well, hopefully they will be sign again especially Joe Johnson.

Jamal Crawford signed with the nets for the bubble only, so he has no contract yet this upcoming season but this guy can still play and can contribute to the team as he is already a veteran which has some big games during his prime, is GSW can signed him, I would be glad to see him in the roster.

[Reid]

Correction, it's Van Gundy, it's a different person if misspelled. Well, he is very useful to the team, I hope he can help, AFAIK, he was already doing some commentating job in the NBA but now back to coaching, happy to see that, I hope he can improve the Pelican's defense as that is their weakness.

Also a correction. There are two Van Gundy's in the realm of the NBA. Brothers.  
The commentator was Jeff. (right side) He works for ESPN and we can always hear his sarcastic comments. But he also coached years ago.
Stan Van Gundy (left side). An analyst after coaching and now he's back.


Fun fact: Rockets is still trying to get Jeff as their head coach. But, I don't think Jeff will come back.
Credits to the owner of the photo. I just saw it in google images.

[Maslate]

Correction, it's Van Gundy, it's a different person if misspelled. Well, he is very useful to the team, I hope he can help, AFAIK, he was already doing some commentating job in the NBA but now back to coaching, happy to see that, I hope he can improve the Pelican's defense as that is their weakness.

Also a correction. There are two Van Gundy's in the realm of the NBA. Brothers.  
The commentator was Jeff. (right side) He works for ESPN and we can always hear his sarcastic comments. But he also coached years ago.
Stan Van Gundy (left side). An analyst after coaching and now he's back.

I know there are two but I don't know they are brothers in real life. haha.
Which one of them handles the coaching job for the bad boys Detroit Pistons?

I know Jeff Van Gundy was the one who coached Dwight Howard back in his magic days when he really got popular.

Fun fact: Rockets is still trying to get Jeff as their head coach. But, I don't think Jeff will come back.
Credits to the owner of the photo. I just saw it in google images.

I thought they still want their present coach.

[jademaxsuy]

I know there are two but I don't know they are brothers in real life. haha.
Which one of them handles the coaching job for the bad boys Detroit Pistons?

Probably the influence of those people who are near to you might led you to decide to join in the club and in this case it is in the basketball league.

Blood is thickier than water and that we can prove it here that a brother will always came after its welfare to the family members by finding a way tha can join in any organization you think he could fit in. The two might be doing the same thing. Anyway, there are already had proof and are actually good in the field so they could be labeled as an asset and not liabiity in the field they are chosen.

[Questat]

I know there are two but I don't know they are brothers in real life. haha.
Which one of them handles the coaching job for the bad boys Detroit Pistons?

Probably the influence of those people who are near to you might led you to decide to join in the club and in this case it is in the basketball league.

Blood is thickier than water and that we can prove it here that a brother will always came after its welfare to the family members by finding a way tha can join in any organization you think he could fit in. The two might be doing the same thing. Anyway, there are already had proof and are actually good in the field so they could be labeled as an asset and not liabiity in the field they are chosen.

They are enjoying what they are doing already, so good for them.
Pelicans has all the talent to be a championship contender, as long as Zion will remain healthy, I think they'll improve next season with a new coach.

If they still won't succeed, then I think I would not anymore expect from this team, they are just a hype team but has not proven anything.

How about the Blazers, do we have an update of this team too?

[stadus]

How about the Blazers, do we have an update of this team too?

There's no interesting update on this team yet, or rumors.
In free agency, there's a lot of players that they could sign if they think of improving, Melo to be in the line up does not help big time at all IMO.
What the Blazers need is a young players with real talent, good in defense, and has a high basketball IQ. .

They already have the best backcourt duo, but sometimes one is inconsistent so it wouldn't work.

I think they also need to build their chemistry as they already have the talents.

BTW, read this
https://bleacherreport.com/portland-trail-blazers

[LogitechMouse]

Correction, it's Van Gundy, it's a different person if misspelled. Well, he is very useful to the team, I hope he can help, AFAIK, he was already doing some commentating job in the NBA but now back to coaching, happy to see that, I hope he can improve the Pelican's defense as that is their weakness.

Also a correction. There are two Van Gundy's in the realm of the NBA. Brothers.  
The commentator was Jeff. (right side) He works for ESPN and we can always hear his sarcastic comments. But he also coached years ago.
Stan Van Gundy (left side). An analyst after coaching and now he's back.


Fun fact: Rockets is still trying to get Jeff as their head coach. But, I don't think Jeff will come back.
Credits to the owner of the photo. I just saw it in google images.

Now I really don't believe that these 2 Van Gundy aren't brothers and they are just having a same surname but now it already is answered
They really are brothers then.

Stan handled the Pistons in the past years and they didn't played that good at that time. On the other side, Jeff Van Gundy is one of the commentators that I like to commentate in the game along side with Mike Breen (Bang Boy) .

I'm curious who will be the new head coach of the Rockets since D'Antoni will leave the team already.