2024 NBA Season

[Vaculin]

Bucks won today against Magic. What I notice is the audience. It's starting to get back to have matches in home courts of different teams.

I'm not just used to see this few crowd. But that's it, this is much better to see that it's getting back to normal although it's just a slow pace.

Eventually it will increase as the vaccine is distributed to people. Our economy will recover again and will make the sports industry to get their usual profitability. The progress is good, slowly but surely, before it's a pure bubble, but now we are already seeing a home court, soon it's gonna be the crowd.

But we cannot expect that after that we can get back to our normal life since remember we have new covid variant attacking some countries around the globe and hopefully that new can be tamed by the new vaccine created by big pharmaceutical companies. And maybe after the vaccination and series of test if there's no new cases or the pandemic spread will totally stop maybe we can see the normal scenarios in NBA arena where we can see so many fans interaction.

We just have to be optimistic though, vaccines are already created for the covid-19, so I think it's not impossible to create a new one for the new variant. The success of the sports industry relies on the vaccine, because without vaccine they'll lose the crowd which is the major generator of income.

[jademaxsuy]

We just have to be optimistic though, vaccines are already created for the covid-19, so I think it's not impossible to create a new one for the new variant. The success of the sports industry relies on the vaccine, because without vaccine they'll lose the crowd which is the major generator of income.

I think the effect of the vaccines to the new variant of covid19 will still be applicable because they had the same virus but only differs in variant. I think the emerge of new variant for the virus was only to keep all the people aware to be still more careful despite the vaccine that has been created. Whether we have already injected with vaccine or not still we should not be confident to directly live in the way we have just like in the old normal days.

Anyway, I do that sixers can go make the first 20 wins in this season.

[Reid]

The best part. They already surpassed their delusional father. 

The moment they got to NBA that's the moment they surpassed him (fact), the best thing is his sons aren't talking that much, unlike their father that looks like a clown with some of what he says.

Hahaha. That's true. I am just curious about what will happen if ever his sons didn't meet his expectations.
He would be devastated and might go crazy.

5 winning streak for GSW. Damn, they are really back and their chemistry is working pretty well.
The small line-up with Paschall and Wanamaker are contributing well.
Then the new 3-way combo of Curry, Green, and Wiseman.
Curry might not have done a huge amount of points against the Raptors but he helped by absorbing the defense leaving the whole team open.

[judas]

Bucks won today against Magic. What I notice is the audience. It's starting to get back to have matches in home courts of different teams.

I'm not just used to see this few crowd. But that's it, this is much better to see that it's getting back to normal although it's just a slow pace.

Its hard to watch games end to end without the crowd.  The home crowd cheering and chanting males it more exciting.  This past ~ year has seemed like one long preseason or something.  Cant wait until fans are back in the seats and not cardboard cutouts.  

I agree with you. It is not much enjoyable to watch the games like this. I get bored after watching one or two quarters. I am hopeful about the vaccine. I believe things will start getting back to normal in this year after getting covid-19 vaccine. And we will be able to start watching the games with supporters.

[Pamadar]

Bucks won today against Magic. What I notice is the audience. It's starting to get back to have matches in home courts of different teams.

I'm not just used to see this few crowd. But that's it, this is much better to see that it's getting back to normal although it's just a slow pace.

Its hard to watch games end to end without the crowd.  The home crowd cheering and chanting males it more exciting.  This past ~ year has seemed like one long preseason or something.  Cant wait until fans are back in the seats and not cardboard cutouts.  

I agree with you. It is not much enjoyable to watch the games like this. I get bored after watching one or two quarters. I am hopeful about the vaccine. I believe things will start getting back to normal in this year after getting covid-19 vaccine. And we will be able to start watching the games with supporters.

It's really different watching games without the participation of the fans.

Though due to this current setup, it's still best than nothing at all, the NBA management are trying their best to bring the games on
even the settings is something like this, but who knows once the vaccine are really effective we may see the fans back from their feet watching the game from their respective homecourt.

[henmark]

Bucks won today against Magic. What I notice is the audience. It's starting to get back to have matches in home courts of different teams.

I'm not just used to see this few crowd. But that's it, this is much better to see that it's getting back to normal although it's just a slow pace.

Its hard to watch games end to end without the crowd.  The home crowd cheering and chanting males it more exciting.  This past ~ year has seemed like one long preseason or something.  Cant wait until fans are back in the seats and not cardboard cutouts.  

I agree with you. It is not much enjoyable to watch the games like this. I get bored after watching one or two quarters. I am hopeful about the vaccine. I believe things will start getting back to normal in this year after getting covid-19 vaccine. And we will be able to start watching the games with supporters.

It's really different watching games without the participation of the fans.

Though due to this current setup, it's still best than nothing at all, the NBA management are trying their best to bring the games on
even the settings is something like this, but who knows once the vaccine are really effective we may see the fans back from their feet watching the game from their respective homecourt.

That is what I suggested as well, I know that covid had some mutations and turned into something new, but the reality is that we are looking at something totally related, not like a brand new virus, so the vaccination should be effective for the new one as well. I am not saying it will be as effective, maybe it will be less, who knows if we are lucky maybe even more effective, all I am saying is it can't be totally useless.

In the end we are going to see a lot more fans on stands, but I am not sure if I really miss that, as long as we have basketball, I am fine with no fans, plus I am personally not going anyway because I am not in USA, so why would I care if fans go or not. The only bad part is, teams lose money, and when they lose money they can't pay too well, when they can't pay too well players get poorer and that would be sad because I would want my favorites to get paid well.

[yazher]

Portland Trail Blazers played a home game against Toronto Raptors this morning. It was a thrilling game. Portland ended the first half 55-60 behind but they managed to beat Raptors 112-111 in the end. After this result, Raptors got their 8th loss this season. On Portland side, McCollum got 30 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists. Lillard got 23 points, 7 rebounds and 5 assists. C. Anthony got 20 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists. On Raptors side, Siakam made a triple-double (22 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists). C. Boucher got 20 points and 8 rebounds. K. Lowry got 18 points and 9 rebounds.

Toronto Raptors need to fix their game performance on the court since it is not pleasing to watch their current record today. If they continue playing like this, their dream of competing in the playoffs will be in jeopardy because the teams of the Eastern Conference have lots of good teams which has many wins. They need to change the way they play in order to get some straight win or else they just throw away this season.

[OgNasty]

What’s everyone’s preferred methods for watching all these games? I see NBATV, league pass, Hulu, TNT, etc. all offering some sort of way to watch games, but it seems insane to pay for all of these different services. Anyone have any thoughts on the best way to watch the most NBA games without breaking the bank?

[agustina2]

What’s everyone’s preferred methods for watching all these games? I see NBATV, league pass, Hulu, TNT, etc. all offering some sort of way to watch games, but it seems insane to pay for all of these different services. Anyone have any thoughts on the best way to watch the most NBA games without breaking the bank?

Lots of free streams shared on Facebook without those annoying images around. Although that was random games. Try to follow some NBA or basketball-related groups. That's where I watch live.

But for specific games, there will really a time that you need to break your wallet.

[Oasisman]

What’s everyone’s preferred methods for watching all these games? I see NBATV, league pass, Hulu, TNT, etc. all offering some sort of way to watch games, but it seems insane to pay for all of these different services. Anyone have any thoughts on the best way to watch the most NBA games without breaking the bank?

Lots of free streams shared on Facebook without those annoying images around. Although that was random games. Try to follow some NBA or basketball-related groups. That's where I watch live.

But for specific games, there will really a time that you need to break your wallet.

Agree. I'm also watching free streams on Facebook. Some games might not be streamed by the online streamers, but most of the time top teams like the Lakers,Clippers, Gsw, Milwaukee and etc. will be streamed live at Facebook.
These streamers are being feed by the donators to continue their subscription from the leaguepass, which does make sense than individually paying the whole month of subscription which isn't really worth the pay because you won't be able to see a lot games specially when you have a day job.

There's also websites that offers free NBA live streaming. I just forgot some of these websites, I have already removed my bookmarked links of them.

[Febo]

What’s everyone’s preferred methods for watching all these games? I see NBATV, league pass, Hulu, TNT, etc. all offering some sort of way to watch games, but it seems insane to pay for all of these different services. Anyone have any thoughts on the best way to watch the most NBA games without breaking the bank?

https://nbabite.com/

[Natalim]

What’s everyone’s preferred methods for watching all these games? I see NBATV, league pass, Hulu, TNT, etc. all offering some sort of way to watch games, but it seems insane to pay for all of these different services. Anyone have any thoughts on the best way to watch the most NBA games without breaking the bank?

https://nbabite.com/

This is a new site for me, I haven't visit this site before, I hope this one would play the live streaming smoothly.

Thank you for sharing @Febo .. I'm using crackstream actually.

[blockman]

Lots of free streams shared on Facebook without those annoying images around. Although that was random games. Try to follow some NBA or basketball-related groups. That's where I watch live.

But for specific games, there will really a time that you need to break your wallet.

That's also what I do when I'm looking for a live stream for an NBA game. Just look for the specific dates and schedules of a certain game for you to be able to search exactly the match that you're looking for. They're easy to find out.
Just search it on that scheduled time with the same keywords as the name of the teams on that particular match. But if you can do  with NBA tv or league pass, both are good options.

https://nbabite.com/

This is new, thanks!

[OgNasty]

What’s going on with Kyrie Irving and at what point should the league step in? Kyrie is completely disrespecting league covid rules, not keeping his coach in the loop, and seems to be continuing his downward spiral. I can’t imagine just not showing up for work and not giving my boss a reason. I think Kyrie deserves a fine and possibly a suspension without pay to give him a reality check. He’s locker room poison and Steve Nash is having his coaching skills tested right off the bat.

[yazher]

Have you seen Joel Embiid's performance today? he and his team force overtime to win the match against the Miami Heat. The game was close and it was the Heat who dominate the game in the earlier rounds but Embid and his team manage to counter them in the last minute of the game and finally win the match in overtime. If Embiid will continue to give the NBA performance such as this, he will have his name listed on the top next MVP this year.

[rhomelmabini]

What’s going on with Kyrie Irving and at what point should the league step in? Kyrie is completely disrespecting league covid rules, not keeping his coach in the loop, and seems to be continuing his downward spiral. I can’t imagine just not showing up for work and not giving my boss a reason. I think Kyrie deserves a fine and possibly a suspension without pay to give him a reality check. He’s locker room poison and Steve Nash is having his coaching skills tested right off the bat.

It's just a rumor but I think the league may stop for a week or two https://www.nba.nbcsports.com/2021/01/11/report-nba-considering-halting-games-for-7-14-days/amp/ this violations from player/s I think will be the cause to get stricter again. Well, I think they can cope but was there no vaccine yet to protect this athletes?

[Reid]

What’s going on with Kyrie Irving and at what point should the league step in? Kyrie is completely disrespecting league covid rules, not keeping his coach in the loop, and seems to be continuing his downward spiral. I can’t imagine just not showing up for work and not giving my boss a reason. I think Kyrie deserves a fine and possibly a suspension without pay to give him a reality check. He’s locker room poison and Steve Nash is having his coaching skills tested right off the bat.

Thanks, OG.
Just found out about the news after I read this.
This is like the Lou Williams case. Just a different event.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/30698732/kyrie-irving-not-expected-rejoin-brooklyn-nets-week-nba-reviewing-maskless-videos
No discipline at all.
Suspension without pay should really be the one implemented with this and then fine him with a large amount of money.
This may cause something worse with other players doing the same thing if the punishment is shallow.
Teach him a good lesson so that others won't imitate him.
I thought there is an agreement/contract upon entering the bubble. Why can these players just get out whenever they please.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

What’s going on with Kyrie Irving and at what point should the league step in? Kyrie is completely disrespecting league covid rules, not keeping his coach in the loop, and seems to be continuing his downward spiral. I can’t imagine just not showing up for work and not giving my boss a reason. I think Kyrie deserves a fine and possibly a suspension without pay to give him a reality check. He’s locker room poison and Steve Nash is having his coaching skills tested right off the bat.

He will surely get reprimanded or at least a fine for violating the leagues Covid rules. And him missing in action is one sign that I would say he is guilty. And the NBA might implement stricter health protocols specially for this high caliber athletes. First it was James Harden and not Kyrie Irving, these guys needs discipline and not think that they are somewhat 'protected'.

[decodx]

He will surely get reprimanded or at least a fine for violating the leagues Covid rules. And him missing in action is one sign that I would say he is guilty. And the NBA might implement stricter health protocols specially for this high caliber athletes. First it was James Harden and not Kyrie Irving, these guys needs discipline and not think that they are somewhat 'protected'.

According to the NBA rules, the penalty for skipping a game this season due to a breach of the COVID-19 protocols is 1/72th of his salary for each game. This figure is based on the 72-game season. As Irving's salary this season is $33.46 million, that would mean a substantial loss for him.

[Botnake]

He will surely get reprimanded or at least a fine for violating the leagues Covid rules. And him missing in action is one sign that I would say he is guilty. And the NBA might implement stricter health protocols specially for this high caliber athletes. First it was James Harden and not Kyrie Irving, these guys needs discipline and not think that they are somewhat 'protected'.

According to the NBA rules, the penalty for skipping a game this season due to a breach of the COVID-19 protocols is 1/72th of his salary for each game. This figure is based on the 72-game season. As Irving's salary this season is $33.46 million, that would mean a substantial loss for him.

He loss 464,722.22 usd, huge money, some NBA players are just even earning a very small salary, I'm not sure if there are players who are play $400,000 per season, and yet in Irving's case, that's only one game. Lucky guy with so much talent.