2025 NBA Season

[carlisle1]

So if his shooting is off, then he can let others take over from him, like Irving in this game and then the whole team effort is great, just like the Utah Jazz, wherein everyone was contributing in their own little way.

Nets is playing as whole, everyone is involving their selves while playing inside. They are helping each other, so if in case
that harden is not feeling to attack he can simply passed the ball.

You said it right,  Kyrie is there ready to carry the load plus those role players who are involving their presence to help the entire team to win.

The biggest strength of Harden is his ball handling ability, he has a high IQ on the court that's why sometimes he can get a triple double. Irving is offensive, and Harris, they can help Harden when he doesn't feel like scoring and they still get a win.

Durant must be happy watching the win streak is still on, and at the sometime probably worried that he might ruin the chemistry? or it's just me.

He's maturing now, unlike with the Rockets where he's forcing everything to carry the loads. Playing now with the Nets, he's passing ability

is really converting, he seen those open and ready hands to take the shot, good thing continue even KD is resting they keep on winning and
solidifying both their offensive and defensive  strategy.

[el kaka22]

Nets is great and all but this is NBA, never assume a game is won before it starts, this is not like other sports, the team at the bottom could beat the team at the top in any game, it is all depending on luck a bit. I have seen too many times teams that are tanking and have like 20 wins by the end of the season beating teams with 55+ wins of the season by 20+ points, like whole fourth quarter being garbage time and this is really not uncommon here.

Nets have a huge chance to win, and Sixers have a great chance to win as well, they are both great teams and I am sure they could both win very easily, that is the thing that we expect and that is what I would wager as well if I wagered on them, but that doesn't change the fact that we could say things like "no doubt" when it comes to NBA because there is always doubt no matter who plays versus who.

[stadus]

Nets is great and all but this is NBA, never assume a game is won before it starts, ......

That is true, even if Nets will end up number 1 in the regular season, they might still be upset in the playoffs.
It's still too early and Durant and Irving has bad history of injury, let's hope they'll remain healthy this season so Nets will continue to give their best.

As what I can see in the East, we still have a lot of goods teams, these are the teams in my personal list that could possibly upset the Nets.

1-Bucks
2-Celtics
3-Sixers
4- Heat ( depending ECF Champ)

[Oasisman]

The Lakers could also get Hassan Whiteside. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbssports.com/nba/news/hassan-whiteside-a-possible-target-for-lakers-as-a-demarcus-cousins-reunion-is-unlikely-per-report/amp/
I don't think Cousins could be different than Marc.
The Lakers really need to find a legitimate big man who could help Davis in the paint. There won't be any repeat for the Lakers this year If they stick with this current roster.

They are doing well with the current roster at the start, the problem only occur when Davis was injured. Lakers is not done yet because Davis will soon come back and they'll start winning consistently again, the faith of the Lakers now relies heavily on the health of Anthony Davis, just frankly speaking.

Of course they're not done yet, and they'll bounce back after 2-3 weeks of Davis recovery. But what I mean is, they will only have a small chance of becoming a champ again after the Lakers bench got exposed during the Davis absence.
Also, don't forget Schröder. He is a good point guard and a big contributing factor to the team. It's not just Davis absence that makes the Laker struggle to win, but also Schröder.

[Japinat]

The Lakers could also get Hassan Whiteside. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.cbssports.com/nba/news/hassan-whiteside-a-possible-target-for-lakers-as-a-demarcus-cousins-reunion-is-unlikely-per-report/amp/
I don't think Cousins could be different than Marc.
The Lakers really need to find a legitimate big man who could help Davis in the paint. There won't be any repeat for the Lakers this year If they stick with this current roster.

They are doing well with the current roster at the start, the problem only occur when Davis was injured. Lakers is not done yet because Davis will soon come back and they'll start winning consistently again, the faith of the Lakers now relies heavily on the health of Anthony Davis, just frankly speaking.

Of course they're not done yet, and they'll bounce back after 2-3 weeks of Davis recovery. But what I mean is, they will only have a small chance of becoming a champ again after the Lakers bench got exposed during the Davis absence.
Also, don't forget Schröder. He is a good point guard and a big contributing factor to the team. It's not just Davis absence that makes the Laker struggle to win, but also Schröder.

Well, Dennis Schröder stats has decreased in Lakers but his contribution is so huge.
https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/s/schrode01.html

He has also become an offensive threat to the opposing team, with him the offense is easy and you are right, they missed two of the best contributors of the team, Davis in the inside while  Dennis Schröder pick and roll and perimeter shooting.

and the good news is https://www.nbcsports.com/edge/basketball/nba/player/29934/dennis-schroder

Dennis Schroder (COVID-protocol) is being listed as probable for Friday's game vs. the Trail Blazers.

[danherbias07]

Did he thought it was a 3 point deficit?

I guess everyone on the floor from Nuggets thought it was a 3 point lead as they position in the 3 point line. Murray could have tied that game because that was a 4 on 1 situation and there's plenty of time left to brought the game into OT. I guess there was a mental collapse here.

Oh yes! That was clever of you.  
I didn't realize that until you mention it.
Murray stopped at the 3 point line and so does Morris and Porter Jr at the corner (iirc).
I think the mentality was the Wizards will have a 4 point lead after the last play then they will take a 3 point and foul again.
If its Jokic who made it at the other side of the court it could've been different.

[Vaculin]

Did he thought it was a 3 point deficit?

I guess everyone on the floor from Nuggets thought it was a 3 point lead as they position in the 3 point line. Murray could have tied that game because that was a 4 on 1 situation and there's plenty of time left to brought the game into OT. I guess there was a mental collapse here.

Oh yes! That was clever of you.  
I didn't realize that until you mention it.
Murray stopped at the 3 point line and so does Morris and Porter Jr at the corner (iirc).
I think the mentality was the Wizards will have a 4 point lead after the last play then they will take a 3 point and foul again.

Or why they did not call a time out after they get the position if they really want a 3 point play, I don't know if they run out of time out already but mistakes like this is very costly especially in the playoffs.

If its Jokic who made it at the other side of the court it could've been different.

That wouldn't be possible as his teammates are quicker than him and it's only a dying seconds of the game.

[Dave1]

So if his shooting is off, then he can let others take over from him, like Irving in this game and then the whole team effort is great, just like the Utah Jazz, wherein everyone was contributing in their own little way.

The biggest strength of Harden is his ball handling ability, he has a high IQ on the court that's why sometimes he can get a triple double. Irving is offensive, and Harris, they can help Harden when he doesn't feel like scoring and they still get a win.

That's right, he can really contribute by his high basketball IQ, just by making assists to his team mates. But we all know that he is a scoring machine as well, specially when needed, just like when we was with the Houston Rockets. But he has made a U-turn with the Nets and are more concern of team winning ball games and not just having a individual milestones, triple double.

Durant must be happy watching the win streak is still on, and at the sometime probably worried that he might ruin the chemistry? or it's just me.

Yes, I'm sure he is happy not playing and watching his team winning. But he also wanted to contribute so I doubt that he is worried or at Nash will have a problem with Durant plays again. He is still the alpha of this team.

[Russlenat]

Durant must be happy watching the win streak is still on, and at the sometime probably worried that he might ruin the chemistry? or it's just me.

Yes, I'm sure he is happy not playing and watching his team winning. But he also wanted to contribute so I doubt that he is worried or at Nash will have a problem with Durant plays again. He is still the alpha of this team.

Here's the latest update on Durant status.

https://www.nbcsports.com/edge/basketball/nba/player/29277/kevin-durant

Kevin Durant (hamstring) will not play on Thursday vs. Orlando.
This will be Durant's sixth straight game on the shelf. Coach Steve Nash said he does expect KD to return before the All-Star break, and after the Magic game the Nets will play three more times before the break. Bruce Brown has been outstanding but his window for streaming value is going to close soon.

SOURCE: Malika Andrews on Twitter
Feb 24, 2021, 4:56 PM ET

We can't expect Durant to come back anytime soon, he will need more rest and hopefully he will not be injured again although this isn't s serious injury.

[wheelz1200]

Nice win by my knicks last night.  With elfrid Peyton on the bench with an injury my boy quickley got some more burn.  He needs to be on the floor a minimum of 30 mins a game.  I know he is a rookie but the knick offense plays at a different level when he is out there.  And at the end of games if they are up he shoots 90+% from the stripe.  If he was playing 30 mins a game he would be right up there with Roy contention.  Again steal of the draft at mid 20s....and the knicks were given a D+ on that draft pick.  Goes to show writers know squadeuche sometimes.

[boltz]

Indeed. Knicks was playing top basketball last night and they deserved that win especially that they had fans in the arena. I'm surprised that Kings Coach hasn't been fired yet but I do expect this to happen until next week as Kings are playing the worst basketball I ever saw in some years... .

My ticket was ruined by Nuggets as I have them to win Q4 and +6 the game but Murray decided to pass the ball instead of shooting 3 point...and game ended.

[tygeade]

It is really upsetting to see Nets not even having all the trio, people keep saying that "nets are looking great" but the reality is that they are rarely ever healthy together, how many games did Irving-Harden-Durant played together? I mean I do not know how many games exactly but I know that they haven't played much, the latest one was "once a week" so far on average together, which is why I think we haven't seen anything close to 100% at all.

Think about it when they have Irving - Harden - Joe Harris - Durant - Deandre Jordan, when you have this kind of starting five, it is really impossible for you to end up being underdogs to any team, that is the best starting five in the whole league, sure they need more depth but that is doesn't mean that they are not going to destroy everyone with a good rotation that keeps one of those trio in the game at all times. Playoffs are not near but they still need to gain that injury situation under control.

[blockman]

Nets is great and all but this is NBA, never assume a game is won before it starts, ......

That is true, even if Nets will end up number 1 in the regular season, they might still be upset in the playoffs.
It's still too early and Durant and Irving has bad history of injury, let's hope they'll remain healthy this season so Nets will continue to give their best.

I also agree. Can't have an assurance until we see the end of the playoffs or until they get to the finals. But expectations about them are being raised and set by most of the fans because they really are good with what they're showing.
We can't remove those high expectations and thoughts because they really are a good contender on this season.

[ILuckyGuyI]

It is really upsetting to see Nets not even having all the trio, people keep saying that "nets are looking great" but the reality is that they are rarely ever healthy together, how many games did Irving-Harden-Durant played together? I mean I do not know how many games exactly but I know that they haven't played much, the latest one was "once a week" so far on average together, which is why I think we haven't seen anything close to 100% at all.

Think about it when they have Irving - Harden - Joe Harris - Durant - Deandre Jordan, when you have this kind of starting five, it is really impossible for you to end up being underdogs to any team, that is the best starting five in the whole league, sure they need more depth but that is doesn't mean that they are not going to destroy everyone with a good rotation that keeps one of those trio in the game at all times. Playoffs are not near but they still need to gain that injury situation under control.

It is a true thing that they will be so much better than this and become literally unstoppable with a starting five like that. They manage to beat their opponents while even struggling with injury problems. They have a 8-win streak right now. I can't imagine how awesome they will be after KD is back also.

[OgNasty]

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[wheelz1200]

It is really upsetting to see Nets not even having all the trio, people keep saying that "nets are looking great" but the reality is that they are rarely ever healthy together, how many games did Irving-Harden-Durant played together? I mean I do not know how many games exactly but I know that they haven't played much, the latest one was "once a week" so far on average together, which is why I think we haven't seen anything close to 100% at all.

Think about it when they have Irving - Harden - Joe Harris - Durant - Deandre Jordan, when you have this kind of starting five, it is really impossible for you to end up being underdogs to any team, that is the best starting five in the whole league, sure they need more depth but that is doesn't mean that they are not going to destroy everyone with a good rotation that keeps one of those trio in the game at all times. Playoffs are not near but they still need to gain that injury situation under control.

Honestly I can't see them losing in a 7 games series to anyone in the East.  You might beat them a game or 2 but who is going to beat them 4 times before they do?  Philly? Milwaukee?  Can't see it happening.  Might be throwing at least an eastern conf Champs bet down on them before it doesn't make sense cost wise.  Now there are a coue teams out west that might give them fits.

[Botnake]

Indeed. Knicks was playing top basketball last night and they deserved that win especially that they had fans in the arena. I'm surprised that Kings Coach hasn't been fired yet but I do expect this to happen until next week as Kings are playing the worst basketball I ever saw in some years... .

My ticket was ruined by Nuggets as I have them to win Q4 and +6 the game but Murray decided to pass the ball instead of shooting 3 point...and game ended.

Wow! not wow... I didn't know that Kings are already in 9 losings streak. I thought they are legit, they had a good start and now they are almost at the bottom, I can understand if the coach will get fired, I guess the same with the Rockets as they are tied with the kings in longest losing streak this season.

[Russlenat]

Indeed. Knicks was playing top basketball last night and they deserved that win especially that they had fans in the arena. I'm surprised that Kings Coach hasn't been fired yet but I do expect this to happen until next week as Kings are playing the worst basketball I ever saw in some years... .

My ticket was ruined by Nuggets as I have them to win Q4 and +6 the game but Murray decided to pass the ball instead of shooting 3 point...and game ended.

Wow! not wow... I didn't know that Kings are already in 9 losings streak. I thought they are legit, they had a good start and now they are almost at the bottom, I can understand if the coach will get fired, I guess the same with the Rockets as they are tied with the kings in longest losing streak this season.

And with this conversation I came across on this site.

Luke Walton listed as betting favorite to be next head coach fired

Walton and Dwane Casey are both +250 according to Sportsbook.AG

Honestly, I didn't even expect that betting sites have betting on this probability. 

[DIA7]

lakers are in trouble this year they are heavily relaying on LeBron, playing him in every minute possible because Davis is currently out injured for at least four weeks. Now they cant rest LeBron for the playoffs.
and if they rest him the Lakers would drop down in the standings quick. They’ll prob rest him for a game here and there but they need him now more now than ever  they risk not reaching Playoffs rather then just rest him for good.

[dwyane36]

And with this conversation I came across on this site.

Luke Walton listed as betting favorite to be next head coach fired

Walton and Dwane Casey are both +250 according to Sportsbook.AG

Honestly, I didn't even expect that betting sites have betting on this probability. 

It's funny bets, but Walton signed a 4-years contract with the Kings, and I think that these nine defeats can't be the main reason for his dismissal. Anyway, the Kings may have a good chance to break this losing streak tonight, considering that they will play against the Pistons.