2025 NBA Season

[Inagame]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

[Japinat]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

When they re signed Kuzma, that did not add fire to the team but the other players are. Many are saying that the Lakers roster now is a much improve roster and I can understand the hype since they were coming from an NBA championship, but to say that Clippers has no chance, I think I will disagree with that, Leonard is always an underrated player, so anytime he can make surprises again.

Expect the Clippers to give a tough match up in the regular season opening.

[Questat]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

When they re signed Kuzma, that did not add fire to the team but the other players are. Many are saying that the Lakers roster now is a much improve roster and I can understand the hype since they were coming from an NBA championship, but to say that Clippers has no chance, I think I will disagree with that, Leonard is always an underrated player, so anytime he can make surprises again.

Expect the Clippers to give a tough match up in the regular season opening.

I agree with that, Clippers had PG and Leonard and added some guys to help, I think they are ready and they are still a championship contender in this season. The bubble was a bad experience for them but they will improve by learning from that mistake, everyone has their own opinion but we can't force everyone to agree with us, at least we are giving our honest opinion, that's the most important.

[chaser15]

Many are saying that the Lakers roster now is a much improve roster and I can understand the hype since they were coming from an NBA championship,

The Lakers roster is really improved. It's a fact mate and not hype.

Dennis Schroder
Montrezl Harrel
Talen Horton-Tucker
Devontae Cacok

but to say that Clippers has no chance, I think I will disagree with that, Leonard is always an underrated player, so anytime he can make surprises again.

Leonard is not an underrated player. He was highly recognized as one of the best caliber players in the league right now.

But I agree that it's too much if others think that the Clippers have no chance against the Lakers. But if that's what other's opinion then we need to just respect that as maybe that user is a die-hard Lakers fan.

[TravelMug]

Many are saying that the Lakers roster now is a much improve roster and I can understand the hype since they were coming from an NBA championship,

The Lakers roster is really improved. It's a fact mate and not hype.

Dennis Schroder
Montrezl Harrel
Talen Horton-Tucker
Devontae Cacok

but to say that Clippers has no chance, I think I will disagree with that, Leonard is always an underrated player, so anytime he can make surprises again.

Leonard is not an underrated player. He was highly recognized as one of the best caliber players in the league right now.

But I agree that it's too much if others think that the Clippers have no chance against the Lakers. But if that's what other's opinion then we need to just respect that as maybe that user is a die-hard Lakers fan.

There's also Marc Gasol in Lakers jersey this year. So it's really an upgrade of sort, they lost key players, but they got some veterans in the line up to replace what they have lost.

AS for the LA vs LA, we can't discount Clippers, they still have Kawhi and PG so that is still a force to reckon, 1-2 combination. Speaking of Montrezl Harrel though,

https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-news-montrezl-harrell-emoji-reaction-to-luke-kennards-clippers-extension/

While the news is on par with what the Clippers needed to achieve, it definitely didn’t sit right with Harrell, who claimed that the Clippers simply didn’t want the Sixth Man of the Year back in LA anymore. Harrell, now with the Lakers, took a slight shot at the news of Kennard’s extension on Twitter:

https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-news-montrezl-harrell-emoji-reaction-to-luke-kennards-clippers-extension/

[Pamadar]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

When they re signed Kuzma, that did not add fire to the team but the other players are. Many are saying that the Lakers roster now is a much improve roster and I can understand the hype since they were coming from an NBA championship, but to say that Clippers has no chance, I think I will disagree with that, Leonard is always an underrated player, so anytime he can make surprises again.

Expect the Clippers to give a tough match up in the regular season opening.

Season opening don't count much aside from players pride.

There are lots of incoming games so coaches can just play thier cards and monitor their opponents, more on blending and
checking the entire balance of the team. This two teams still have the most interest from the fans since both LeBron and
Leonard are playing respectively.

[yazher]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

I don't know about that but if the Clippers don't make any counter moves about these signings, their dream of getting to the finals will be in jeopardy since the Lakers have already managed to strengthen their bonds with their players and this is one of the most crucial needs to make a strong team. I mean, when we see them play this season they already know each other so well that they will trust each player on the team to do their own roles. I smell another championship with this strengthened Lakers this year.

[Reid]

Who won the coach of the year last season?

2019-20 - Nick Nurse (Toronto Raptors)

As per here, the NBA announced that voting for that season's awards would be based solely on games played before the season was halted.[2]

Playoffs aren't included in the criteria so don't be surprised if it's not the head coach of either Miami Heat, Los Angeles Lakers, etc. that received the award.

Wow, thanks.
I didn't know that. I am glad I am enlightened. 
I was shocked it was not Spoelstra or Vogel but now I know the reason behind it.

NBA season starts tomorrow. Get your money ready coz there might be unpredictable games that will happen.
With all the trades that occurred, chemistry may not be present with some teams. I am actually having a hard time choosing for the first 2 games. 

[boyptc]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

Kuzma isn't new to the team so they're still the same. But it's three of them who are the big three of Lakers, LBJ, Davis, and Kuzma. They allowed them to stay for sure.

Clippers are also strong. We're at the beginning of the season and we have no idea what these teams will bring to us and also other teams that have new roster update.

[Natalim]

NBA season is coming back and LA Lakers are probably looking stronger than before with new signings and paying $40 million for Kuzma, so I don't think LA Clippers will have any chance in LA battle.

Kuzma isn't new to the team so they're still the same. But it's three of them who are the big three of Lakers, LBJ, Davis, and Kuzma. They allowed them to stay for sure.

Clippers are also strong. We're at the beginning of the season and we have no idea what these teams will bring to us and also other teams that have new roster update.

Lakers had the best centers in the NBA, they have Davis and Gasol, both of them won a championship already, so I think they are really strong and I understand why people are really expecting them to win a back to back championship. On the other hand, Clippers Center are not really that tall, so I think they will still get dominated in the inside, they have a young centers to be specific and they have only Serge Ibaka which we consider an experience player but not as tall and as good as Davis and Gasol.

[Inagame]

Dennis Schroder
Montrezl Harrel
Talen Horton-Tucker
Devontae Cacok

THT or Talen Horton-Tucker was great in preseason and he is maybe greatest surprise for Lakers with only 20 years old he had some great average stats in four LA games, but all team is looking much better and they always beat Clippers four times this year.

[Yogee]

The regular season will start few hours from now with these games
- Nets vs. Warriors
- Lakers vs. Clippers

Nets and Lakers are the favorites to win their games and I think that's just fair.
It's probably better to bet on handicaps and total score. What do you think?
I'm looking at +7 or higher for the Warriors and over 230.

[Febo]

Lakers depend on Lebron. No matter who they will bring, if he will be healthy and play well they will be good and will win. If he will get injured or he will play bad Lakers will play bad and not come far in the playoff. It is a lot in motivation. Lebron was super motivated last year because of bad first year at Lakers. It is not that easy to stay motivated when on top and at his age.

[fullhdpixel]

Kuzma is not really that big of a name, he could have found himself another team and Lakers would have been still fine. If I am not wrong Kuzma is still on contract right? It was an extension only. At the end of the day I believe the real deal here is still Lebron and AD, but lack of Danny Green is still out there.

For example, they have KCP but he is a great offensive guy, not a great defensive guy there. In any case with players like Gasol and Harrel they have a lot better big line up with AD backing them up, and having Schroder for PG minutes with caruso or so like bench, they are going to be definitely a great team. When you are a team that is a clear champion, others line up to join your squad, so it is easy to build a team.

However I still wouldn't give them the title right away, not like they are clear dominate team in the league, I see them as the highest chance, they definitely have bigger chance than anyone else, but they are not 80%+ guaranteed levels, I would give them 40-50% chance.

[wheelz1200]

Lakers depend on Lebron. No matter who they will bring, if he will be healthy and play well they will be good and will win. If he will get injured or he will play bad Lakers will play bad and not come far in the playoff. It is a lot in motivation. Lebron was super motivated last year because of bad first year at Lakers. It is not that easy to stay motivated when on top and at his age.

Agreed entirely.  No lebron then I dont think another ship is in the cards.  He is the driving factor and always has been for his teams.  Dude makes his whole team accountable which is hard to do in the NBA.  If Lebron stays healthy they are definately the team to beat, if not its anyone's chance out of the west.  Highly competitive teams out there. 

[stomachgrowls]

Lakers depend on Lebron. No matter who they will bring, if he will be healthy and play well they will be good and will win. If he will get injured or he will play bad Lakers will play bad and not come far in the playoff. It is a lot in motivation. Lebron was super motivated last year because of bad first year at Lakers. It is not that easy to stay motivated when on top and at his age.

Agreed entirely.  No lebron then I dont think another ship is in the cards.  He is the driving factor and always has been for his teams.  Dude makes his whole team accountable which is hard to do in the NBA.  If Lebron stays healthy they are definately the team to beat, if not its anyone's chance out of the west.  Highly competitive teams out there. 

On having a superstar into the team doesnt really make out some advantage but also give out some boost up into its fellow members and also raises up motivation.

Once this guy had been injured or do have some problems for him not able to play then that would surely be a big loss. No other player can patch it up in terms of performance or plays.

Lebron is getting older thats why he should really be careful because this isnt similar when he's still in his younger days but still its impressive to see when it comes to its physique.

[jossiel]

With the match of Nets vs Warriors later. I've stumbled upon this article. KD admits that he's missing his past teammates and is now likely in good terms with Green.

After Warriors exit, Kevin Durant sounds like he's on decent terms with Draymond Green

Warriors will never be the same as before, when they're conquering most of the teams.

[goinmerry]

Lebron is getting older thats why he should really be careful because this isnt similar when he's still in his younger days but still its impressive to see when it comes to its physique.

He already knows that. He's always taking care of his body since then. There's even a report before that he is spending $1,500,000 a year to take care of his built and health. The cost includes all the equipment used and the salary of all involved staff.

We have seen last season that he is not that exhausted in every game compared to when he's on Cleveland Cavaliers wherein there's a season he completed all 82 games with an average of 40MPG.  

With that, he's not forced to always become aggressive in every game as he's now surrounded by good role players, especially with the prime Anthony Davis.

[stomachgrowls]

Lebron is getting older thats why he should really be careful because this isnt similar when he's still in his younger days but still its impressive to see when it comes to its physique.

He already knows that. He's always taking care of his body since then. There's even a report before that he is spending $1,500,000 a year to take care of his built and health. The cost includes all the equipment used and the salary of all involved staff.

We have seen last season that he is not that exhausted in every game compared to when he's on Cleveland Cavaliers wherein there's a season he completed all 82 games with an average of 40MPG.  

With that, he's not forced to always become aggressive in every game as he's now surrounded by good role players, especially with the prime Anthony Davis.

Yeah, im much pretty aware on that where he spends up money for his body condition and built which i do saw that it is just right or a good decision to put some investment on that part since
health is the most important for him to continue as one of the greatest player on this sport.

I agree into that observation about exhaustion where he isnt really that much stressed or too overload on carrying his team which had mentioned where
his team do able to execute their roles very well.

[bisdak40]

With the match of Nets vs Warriors later. I've stumbled upon this article. KD admits that he's missing his past teammates and is now likely in good terms with Green.

After Warriors exit, Kevin Durant sounds like he's on decent terms with Draymond Green

Warriors will never be the same as before, when they're conquering most of the teams.

That would be a good thing for Kevin Durant to do, forgive and forget and move on as no matter what he would do now won't change the past. I remembered that scene very well and for me that is jus a burst of emotion for Draymond Green and part of the game, nothing personal.