2025 NBA Season

[ultrloa]

I'm really glad that season 2020 is resumed and done. NBA will surely do their best to serve the fans and continue the season. Btw, Los Angeles Lakers really do its best and Lebron James really has a big contribution to the team and help Kobe to take another championship. If Lebron James doesn't manage to play in Los Angeles Lakers, it will be a though game but i didn't say that it will be impossible because every player of Los Angeles Lakers is really skillful that makes it unbeatable and Lebron James is not the only one who carries the game.

It is always been carried by Lebron whichever team he may join. He has already breaking records of achievement he made.

Lebron was also being compared to Michael Jordan which is one of the greatest NBA player of his time. If they were able to meet at the same then who could it be the toughest player between these players. If I am going to speculate then it would be Lebron James though MJ is good in shooting but Lebron is better and has advantage like his height and his athletic ability to outrun even younger players.

But sad reality is LeBron cannot win the champ without carrying a superstar on his team. And we can't compare him with MJ since he didn't leave his team just like what LeBron did.

I'm not LeBron hater but that's the reality.

Although that we can't deny the fact that LeBron is a good player but to the extent that comparing him with MJ is not totally debatable. But there's one thing LeBron can do to convince the people who doubt about his greatness and that is to win a championship on a team without recruiting the big names.

[Reid]

If this is going to happen, Lakers will surely be a hard team to beat, no doubt they will win a back to back championship or even a 3-peat.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/chris-paul-trade-rumors-how-a-dec-22-start-date-for-new-nba-season-could-prevent-a-possible-lakers-deal/
"Chris Paul trade rumors: How a Dec. 22 start date for new NBA season could prevent a possible Lakers deal"

Lebron wants to make his team unbeatable, so this could happen. Rate it's possibility.

That's Lebron we are talking about. I guess he is one of the players out there that could pull some strings just to get what he wants.
Besides, this will also be for the Lakers team and I bet the management will agree with it since LBJ already gave them another championship.
Let's say it could be the gift for that win.

With CP3 in Lakers? No problem. They stretched their chemistry that we didn't expect.
Most of them in Lakers have just arrived and still, they took the trophy.
For me, it's a good move if they can snatch him.

[Lanatsa]

I'm really glad that season 2020 is resumed and done. NBA will surely do their best to serve the fans and continue the season. Btw, Los Angeles Lakers really do its best and Lebron James really has a big contribution to the team and help Kobe to take another championship. If Lebron James doesn't manage to play in Los Angeles Lakers, it will be a though game but i didn't say that it will be impossible because every player of Los Angeles Lakers is really skillful that makes it unbeatable and Lebron James is not the only one who carries the game.

It is always been carried by Lebron whichever team he may join. He has already breaking records of achievement he made.

Lebron was also being compared to Michael Jordan which is one of the greatest NBA player of his time. If they were able to meet at the same then who could it be the toughest player between these players. If I am going to speculate then it would be Lebron James though MJ is good in shooting but Lebron is better and has advantage like his height and his athletic ability to outrun even younger players.

But sad reality is LeBron cannot win the champ without carrying a superstar on his team. And we can't compare him with MJ since he didn't leave his team just like what LeBron did.

I'm not LeBron hater but that's the reality.

Although that we can't deny the fact that LeBron is a good player but to the extent that comparing him with MJ is not totally debatable. But there's one thing LeBron can do to convince the people who doubt about his greatness and that is to win a championship on a team without recruiting the big names.

Honestly, im a bit done with these MJ and LBJ comparison about greatness and stuff.Overall they are really have some difference and having their own ways.

Just move on and do accept on what are the achievements that they had reached out.Well, we do have our own inputs or insights then so be it.
About above on getting or snatching out CP3 in Lakers? I cant imagine on how things would turn out.

[Oasisman]

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But sad reality is LeBron cannot win the champ without carrying a superstar on his team. And we can't compare him with MJ since he didn't leave his team just like what LeBron did.

I'm not LeBron hater but that's the reality.

Although that we can't deny the fact that LeBron is a good player but to the extent that comparing him with MJ is not totally debatable. But there's one thing LeBron can do to convince the people who doubt about his greatness and that is to win a championship on a team without recruiting the big names.

IMO, you can't compare MJ from LeBron, they both played in different era, they have different skill set and abilities, they both played in different position. As far as loyalty is being mentioned, nothing beats Kobe and MJ, but we as well have to consider how hard it was to adjust and lead the new team everytime LeBron switched teams is phenomenal.
Everybody in the NBA needs a superstar to win a championship anyway.
The thing that I won't forget about him early in his career is when he carried the Cavs in the 2007 Finals against the superstars Duncan, Ginobili, and Parker. Though they got swept, but the Cavs with a bunch of mediocre players gave the Spurs a good fight.

[NotATether]

What do you guys say about any of these hypothetical trades Bleacher Report is mentioning and what would happen if these players were traded, despite how unlikely they are? https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2914155-1-surprise-trade-idea-for-every-nba-team

Let's say e.g. Celtics get Rudy Gobert from Utah Jazz, Celtics could use a good center right now, that has a good number of rebounds per game. Something that current Celtics centers lack. An ideal center would also need a high number of assists per game but Gobert isn't much different from the current centers in that area.

[Ziskinberg]

What do you guys say about any of these hypothetical trades Bleacher Report is mentioning and what would happen if these players were traded, despite how unlikely they are? https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2914155-1-surprise-trade-idea-for-every-nba-team

Let's say e.g. Celtics get Rudy Gobert from Utah Jazz, Celtics could use a good center right now, that has a good number of rebounds per game. Something that current Celtics centers lack. An ideal center would also need a high number of assists per game but Gobert isn't much different from the current centers in that area.

For a change, I think I would love this, Celtics are moving the ball very well but if they have a great defender in the inside, that would make their defense to improve, they are already good, been consistently going in the playoffs but they are lacking inside, they need some Center who really can dominate inside so they have threat both in that area and outside.

[boyptc]

I'd be happy to see an all-star game and no more demand, I'll be satisfied if they will include it.

I understand if there are no fans. The situation isn't getting better as long as they can add the all-star games, I'm good with that.

Will see if they will add, but if the fans would really insist, they might add it since all they want is to give the fans the entertainment, and we suffered a lot already due to the covid-19, so we deserve to enjoy a bit, and all star is one of the most awaited moment in the NBA.

They will add it if they will listen to the request of their fans. But if they don't, we fans have to accept it.

Whatever is going to be the decision, as long as the next season will be locked on, it is okay for most.

[Reid]

Let's say e.g. Celtics get Rudy Gobert from Utah Jazz, Celtics could use a good center right now, that has a good number of rebounds per game. Something that current Celtics centers lack. An ideal center would also need a high number of assists per game but Gobert isn't much different from the current centers in that area.

I doubt they want that.
IMHO, the Celtics is already a complete team. They just need more polishing.
Tatum is not yet in his prime, he's still young and he is learning thru experience.
Kemba and Brown will just need to keep up that game and Smart is getting better in his defensive plays.
Putting Gobert might slow them down or changing the whole play which they're already used to.

Honestly, im a bit done with these MJ and LBJ comparison about greatness and stuff.Overall they are really have some difference and having their own ways.

I am too and even analysts are sick of it.
MJ is a GOAT in his era.
Kobe is also a GOAT in his own era.
So does Lebron James.

If we want comparisons, let's start with comparing players in the same prime.
Like, MJ and Barkley then Iverson or Kobe.

[Pamadar]

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Honestly, im a bit done with these MJ and LBJ comparison about greatness and stuff.Overall they are really have some difference and having their own ways.

I am too and even analysts are sick of it.
MJ is a GOAT in his era.
Kobe is also a GOAT in his own era.
So does Lebron James.

If we want comparisons, let's start with comparing players in the same prime.
Like, MJ and Barkley then Iverson or Kobe.

That's should be the comparison to be noted!

Fans have their own respective qualification if we discuss abut being a goat, those younger generations who only seen how Kobe and LeBron played will put them to the discussions and consider them for this title, while older generations who seen how MJ took over in front of so many legends from his era and way back will consider him still as the GOAT .

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

What do you guys say about any of these hypothetical trades Bleacher Report is mentioning and what would happen if these players were traded, despite how unlikely they are? https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2914155-1-surprise-trade-idea-for-every-nba-team

Let's say e.g. Celtics get Rudy Gobert from Utah Jazz, Celtics could use a good center right now, that has a good number of rebounds per game. Something that current Celtics centers lack. An ideal center would also need a high number of assists per game but Gobert isn't much different from the current centers in that area.

No offense to Rudy, he is a good and defensive player, but I don't see him a perfect fit for the Celtics, they are not that type of slowing down offense, they love to run specially with Kemba and Tatum and that's why they don't need a good center. NBA centers are getting smaller, and shoot the ball, which Rudy doesn't possessed, he will more of a liability to a Celtics which are built around a good point guard and a wing man. They just needed a good leader and chemistry.

[Sanitough]

What do you guys say about any of these hypothetical trades Bleacher Report is mentioning and what would happen if these players were traded, despite how unlikely they are? https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2914155-1-surprise-trade-idea-for-every-nba-team

Let's say e.g. Celtics get Rudy Gobert from Utah Jazz, Celtics could use a good center right now, that has a good number of rebounds per game. Something that current Celtics centers lack. An ideal center would also need a high number of assists per game but Gobert isn't much different from the current centers in that area.

No offense to Rudy, he is a good and defensive player, but I don't see him a perfect fit for the Celtics, they are not that type of slowing down offense, they love to run specially with Kemba and Tatum and that's why they don't need a good center. NBA centers are getting smaller, and shoot the ball, which Rudy doesn't possessed, he will more of a liability to a Celtics which are built around a good point guard and a wing man. They just needed a good leader and chemistry.

It's hard to tell that way, Celtics has been playing with small centers but look where they are now, maybe if they sign Gobert, that means they see some potential for the big guy that could help the team, every strategy can be change and I think Celtics are willing to adjust for the improvement of the team.

[Russlenat]

The pandemic has really hurt the revenue of the NBA.

https://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/259994/NBA-Missed-Revenue-Projections-By-

"NBA Missed Revenue Projections By $1.5 Billion"

The NBA missed its revenue projections this season by $1.5 billion, sources told Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press.

The losses were due to a combination of the shutdown due to the pandemic, the cancellation of 171 regular-season games, completing the season without fans, and losing $200 million in a rift with the Chinese government.

There have been no decisions on finalizing the start of next season's schedule, though beginning the season in December as opposed to January or later could generate the league an extra $500 million in revenue.

The NBA is currently targeting a December 22nd start date, with a 72-game season.

I'm wondering what's their projection in the coming season, despite this news, I'm hoping that NBA will survive and continue to provide us entertainment.

[btc_angela]

That's a lot of lost money, but it was expected because there are no fans because of the pandemic. And they could even lost more money in the coming season, but NBA will have to continue and they need to adopt as well to somewhat mitigate billions of revenues. They might come up with something new in 2021 to generate added income.

[Japinat]

That's a lot of lost money, but it was expected because there are no fans because of the pandemic. And they could even lost more money in the coming season, but NBA will have to continue and they need to adopt as well to somewhat mitigate billions of revenues. They might come up with something new in 2021 to generate added income.

I'm not sure how they will do it, their income is based only on subscription on the NBA paid televise and advertisements, maybe they will increase the subscription so they can increase their income, but I'm sure salaries of NBA players will be reduce significantly, hope this will not affect the way they will play.

[Reid]

I'm wondering what's their projection in the coming season, despite this news, I'm hoping that NBA will survive and continue to provide us entertainment.

Strongly agree. Commercials will be their strongest weapon, for now, to still make profits out of the short game.
That loss from the support of the Chinese government is a huge one.
Then, no tickets, no VIP's, popcorn, hotdogs, and beers. Might look small, but combined will be a large amount.

Fans have their own respective qualification if we discuss abut being a goat, those younger generations who only seen how Kobe and LeBron played will put them to the discussions and consider them for this title, while older generations who seen how MJ took over in front of so many legends from his era and way back will consider him still as the GOAT .

I always like to think that Jordan is in the highest form of being a basketball player. He's a genius in that field.
But so does Kobe and Lebron.
Also, other players are different in their own ways which makes them awesome.
Steph, Steve Nash, Jason Kidd, and more.
Those guys added some spice to NBA that cannot be taken away. They may not be GOAT's but they showcased greatness.

[NotATether]

The pandemic has really hurt the revenue of the NBA.

https://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/259994/NBA-Missed-Revenue-Projections-By-

"NBA Missed Revenue Projections By $1.5 Billion"

The NBA missed its revenue projections this season by $1.5 billion, sources told Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press.

The losses were due to a combination of the shutdown due to the pandemic, the cancellation of 171 regular-season games, completing the season without fans, and losing $200 million in a rift with the Chinese government.

There have been no decisions on finalizing the start of next season's schedule, though beginning the season in December as opposed to January or later could generate the league an extra $500 million in revenue.

The NBA is currently targeting a December 22nd start date, with a 72-game season.

I'm wondering what's their projection in the coming season, despite this news, I'm hoping that NBA will survive and continue to provide us entertainment.

I honestly think the NBA should make amends with China at this point if only to regain their lost Chinese revenue stream, there's no point in continuing this stance they had about this "Free Hong Kong" affair said by the Rockets GM now that the protests mostly died out, they should find a way to apologize/walk back to China without mentioning Hong Kong by name as the fury that'll come from US politicians from doing that will block the chances of that working.

It'll probably be in the form of "we'll give you special favors if you let us broadcast preseason games in your country". I don't know how the NBA would accomplish that in detail.

At pandemic levels, an extra $200 million of revenue is a big deal, especially considering how the NBA is trying to target $500 million for the immediate term.

[harizen]

I'm wondering what's their projection in the coming season, despite this news, I'm hoping that NBA will survive and continue to provide us entertainment.

The NBA will survive. With these expected losses, I'm sure they have lots of plans currently discussing their tables even prior to the start of the bubble.

Lots of things now considered after the first bubble run. There is no such thing for me as there are now fewer fans who enjoy the game. It's just that, the access was limited and not all are enthusiasts of subscribing to NBA games. Also, they add a virtual audience which is a big step. I'm hoping they can add another special feature that will bring profit to them no matter how big or small is. That virtual audience setup is one good example. Believed me, no one expects that kind of setup. Maybe there are even added features next season.

If the NBA will be shutdown due to financial problems, it can be considered a big disaster. It will result in the worst domino effect that is economically related. That's why I believed that won't happen.

[dunfida]

I'm wondering what's their projection in the coming season, despite this news, I'm hoping that NBA will survive and continue to provide us entertainment.

The NBA will survive. With these expected losses, I'm sure they have lots of plans currently discussing their tables even prior to the start of the bubble.

Lots of things now considered after the first bubble run. There is no such thing for me as there are now fewer fans who enjoy the game. It's just that, the access was limited and not all are enthusiasts of subscribing to NBA games. Also, they add a virtual audience which is a big step. I'm hoping they can add another special feature that will bring profit to them no matter how big or small is. That virtual audience setup is one good example. Believed me, no one expects that kind of setup. Maybe there are even added features next season.

If the NBA will be shutdown due to financial problems, it can be considered a big disaster. It will result in the worst domino effect that is economically related. That's why I believed that won't happen.

All will depend if this pandemic will continue for couple of years or the vaccine wont be available soon where it can really give out that possibility for this entire league would be no more
yet frankly speaking even though they are successful with recent season even on a bubble state but doesnt mean that it will be sustainable if it would continue for more years to come.
They might able to held it up for sometime but it wont really be too long. Yes, its a big league but we know that revenue is what makes it alive.

[sana54210]

The Chris Paul trade is more like "how this could have happened and would have made sense but it can't if things are different with these new rules" type of news, it is not about "Lakers are trying to get Chris Paul" it is not even known officially if they are looking out for a trade like that at all, it is all about just how if things were like back in the old days it could have been but now with new system due to pandemic it may not be able to, that is all they are talking about.

Of course, it is a possibility and nobody can deny it but there is no real truth in it that makes it anything more than common sense, who wouldn't want Chris Paul, he is a very good player and would be a perfect fit, but aside from common sense there is no direct source that shows Lakers are interested in giving up too much for him or pay him too much.

[ChiBitCTy]

I'm really glad that season 2020 is resumed and done. NBA will surely do their best to serve the fans and continue the season. Btw, Los Angeles Lakers really do its best and Lebron James really has a big contribution to the team and help Kobe to take another championship. If Lebron James doesn't manage to play in Los Angeles Lakers, it will be a though game but i didn't say that it will be impossible because every player of Los Angeles Lakers is really skillful that makes it unbeatable and Lebron James is not the only one who carries the game.

It is always been carried by Lebron whichever team he may join. He has already breaking records of achievement he made.

Lebron was also being compared to Michael Jordan which is one of the greatest NBA player of his time. If they were able to meet at the same then who could it be the toughest player between these players. If I am going to speculate then it would be Lebron James though MJ is good in shooting but Lebron is better and has advantage like his height and his athletic ability to outrun even younger players.

But sad reality is LeBron cannot win the champ without carrying a superstar on his team. And we can't compare him with MJ since he didn't leave his team just like what LeBron did.

I'm not LeBron hater but that's the reality.

Although that we can't deny the fact that LeBron is a good player but to the extent that comparing him with MJ is not totally debatable. But there's one thing LeBron can do to convince the people who doubt about his greatness and that is to win a championship on a team without recruiting the big names.

Michael Jordan won 6 championships with several Hall of Famers.  Scottie Pippen, Rodman and had other stellar players such as Kukoc, Paxson, Kerr, Grant, Cartwright, etc. He won every single one of those with Pippen too.  I'm not saying MJ isn't the better player, because he is, but Lebron's championships were impressive.  Let's  not act like MJ didn't have help is all I'm saying.