2024 NBA Season

[TravelMug]

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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

[akirasendo17]

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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

Correct LeBron can't carry the team every game, Kuzma should know it by now, he had stayed with LeBron for a couple of seasons he should step up, but for the past two season kyle Kuzma body build doesn't even add any muscle he is getting thinner I don't know what he wants but if he wan't to be a star in lakers he should step up, I'm beginning to think that Brandon Ingram should be the one that stays not kyle.

[danherbias07]

So Schroder is back and Lakers up by 9 at the 3rd quarter.
They are back offensively and defensively. I hope this will end the losing streak of the Lakers.

Butler did it again!
Winning against a strong Utah Jazz is a difficult task but he did it.
Almost a triple double lacking 2 more assists but he did almost everything for Miami Heat especially at the end of the game.

[mezzaluna]

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.

Lakers is finally back in the winning column as they won against Portland. Lebron put on another show with his team mates rallying behind him racking up great numbers. It would be natural for Lebron to only be played every minute because they lost one of their best players. The season is still early though so I guess they can adjust with the current team without AD playing.

[Jating]

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.

Lakers is finally back in the winning column as they won against Portland. Lebron put on another show with his team mates rallying behind him racking up great numbers. It would be natural for Lebron to only be played every minute because they lost one of their best players. The season is still early though so I guess they can adjust with the current team without AD playing.

Well both of them are in a losing skid, so it's either one of them will end it tonight.

I think it was a complete game for James after so many games, also, Dennis Schroder is back and that is huge as he contributed 22 points in his comeback game.

It's not natural though for James to played every minute, prior to AD being injured he has a good rest every end of the quarter to start fresh, so this strategy might not be a good idea in the long run.

[Yaunfitda]

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.

Lakers is finally back in the winning column as they won against Portland. Lebron put on another show with his team mates rallying behind him racking up great numbers. It would be natural for Lebron to only be played every minute because they lost one of their best players. The season is still early though so I guess they can adjust with the current team without AD playing.

Well both of them are in a losing skid, so it's either one of them will end it tonight.

I think it was a complete game for James after so many games, also, Dennis Schroder is back and that is huge as he contributed 22 points in his comeback game.

It's not natural though for James to played every minute, prior to AD being injured he has a good rest every end of the quarter to start fresh, so this strategy might not be a good idea in the long run.

Schroder is the big difference here, we all know that he is really a good trade for the Lakers, that's why when he got injured they misses him a lot. Congrats to them for making it to the win column and stop the bleeding for now. And I think James wanted this win really bad that he had played a well round game, 4 steals and 3 block shots to go with his 28 points, 11 rebounds and 7 assists. Harrell also played quality this time, with a big 17 points and nine rebounds.

[YuginKadoya]

Now each team made another win yesterday but because of this the Brooklyn Nets was really nearing leading the standings with the 76ers, It is a big number that the Nets have given on Orlando Magic with 129 - 92 Brooklyn is on their great form even though without Kevin Durant that will be in the break this season because of a hamstring strain, while the 76ers have crushed the opposition with the 111 - 97, Joel Embiid made 23 points for the team and backup points have been made by Ben Simmons and Seth Curry



76ers need to really pick up the pace and error is not an option for them right now while the Brooklyn Nets are stealing their number 1 spot.

[Febo]

76ers need to really pick up the pace and error is not an option for them right now while the Brooklyn Nets are stealing their number 1 spot.

76ers play good defence. Season is still long. For me so far they are my favourite Eastern team. Nets are missing two key players, but luckily All star break is close.

[Maslate]

76ers need to really pick up the pace and error is not an option for them right now while the Brooklyn Nets are stealing their number 1 spot.

76ers play good defence. Season is still long. For me so far they are my favourite Eastern team. Nets are missing two key players, but luckily All star break is close.

Nets will likely stay at the number 1 spot, they are so consistent while 76ers have some problem sometimes that resulted a loss. Although the ranking now favors the nets but I think in the playoffs it will be a different story, I'll also back the 76ers to win against the Nets if ever they'll play in the ECF.

[wheelz1200]

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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

This is the mid season lul, when AD gets back and Lebron turns it up a notch like he always does people will start singing a different tune.  Lebron always does this mid season, and people talk about him not being able to "hack it".  I'm far from a laker fan (knick fan here) but this is how lebron roles.  He is in mid season cruise control right now.

[Ziskinberg]

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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

This is the mid season lul, when AD gets back and Lebron turns it up a notch like he always does people will start singing a different tune.  Lebron always does this mid season, and people talk about him not being able to "hack it".  I'm far from a laker fan (knick fan here) but this is how lebron roles.  He is in mid season cruise control right now.

He's been in the league for many years and I also observed the same, even in his team before, his team does not necessarily finish as the number 1 overall best team in the league but in the playoffs they are dominating, so we will probably the same scenario this coming playoffs but I believe without Davis things are also different from our expectation.

[akirasendo17]

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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

This is the mid season lul, when AD gets back and Lebron turns it up a notch like he always does people will start singing a different tune.  Lebron always does this mid season, and people talk about him not being able to "hack it".  I'm far from a laker fan (knick fan here) but this is how lebron roles.  He is in mid season cruise control right now.

He's been in the league for many years and I also observed the same, even in his team before, his team does not necessarily finish as the number 1 overall best team in the league but in the playoffs they are dominating, so we will probably the same scenario this coming playoffs but I believe without Davis things are also different from our expectation.

Most team turn on the gas when playoffs time, I think lebron already knew that they just have to secure the playoffs spot , because its in the playoffs that matters, your right when davis returns it will be a different team, I like how they are planning for the playoffs, its no use to play Davis in the regular season now, reserving him for the playoffs is the best move.

[Distinctin]

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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

This is the mid season lul, when AD gets back and Lebron turns it up a notch like he always does people will start singing a different tune.  Lebron always does this mid season, and people talk about him not being able to "hack it".  I'm far from a laker fan (knick fan here) but this is how lebron roles.  He is in mid season cruise control right now.

He's been in the league for many years and I also observed the same, even in his team before, his team does not necessarily finish as the number 1 overall best team in the league but in the playoffs they are dominating, so we will probably the same scenario this coming playoffs but I believe without Davis things are also different from our expectation.

Most team turn on the gas when playoffs time, I think lebron already knew that they just have to secure the playoffs spot , because its in the playoffs that matters, your right when davis returns it will be a different team, I like how they are planning for the playoffs, its no use to play Davis in the regular season now, reserving him for the playoffs is the best move.

Lebron's mission now is to win championships after championships. he is already a fulfilled individual player as he already won season MVP but the biggest achievement is always the championship and that's what the Lakers needs to take care in the playoffs.

Davis is still not so consistent, we are still seeing the injury problem that his problem in his previous team, but that's alright, he will be back soon and Lakers will be fully healthy again.

[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.

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

This is the mid season lul, when AD gets back and Lebron turns it up a notch like he always does people will start singing a different tune.  Lebron always does this mid season, and people talk about him not being able to "hack it".  I'm far from a laker fan (knick fan here) but this is how lebron roles.  He is in mid season cruise control right now.

He's been in the league for many years and I also observed the same, even in his team before, his team does not necessarily finish as the number 1 overall best team in the league but in the playoffs they are dominating, so we will probably the same scenario this coming playoffs but I believe without Davis things are also different from our expectation.

Most team turn on the gas when playoffs time, I think lebron already knew that they just have to secure the playoffs spot , because its in the playoffs that matters, your right when davis returns it will be a different team, I like how they are planning for the playoffs, its no use to play Davis in the regular season now, reserving him for the playoffs is the best move.

If I was Frank Vogel shoe, I would make some changes do it slows down the pace down to let LeBron rest that way he wouldnt burn and have something to show off in the playoffs.
The Lakers are going to have to win games with the defense. Caruso, Gasol , Morris, Cadwell Matthews and Morris need to hold down on the defensive side while all of Schroder, Kuzma and Harrel will need to help LeBron on the offensive end. But it will be more likely to waite and secure the qualification first then rest LeRon for a couple games to recover

[Rikafip]

It's obvious by now, the Lakers are weak and they have been exposed big time. Lebron is not getting any younger although he can still play like it used to be, sooner or later that wear and tear will come into the picture. So no rest for him, means more trouble for the Lakers until Davis play.

It's true that Davis being injured means more play time for Lebron, but looking at the current minutes played per game, on average he is spenging approximately  court than the previous season, and with every passing year he keeps lowering the minutes, which is logical since he is not getting any younger. This season average is 34.8, last season 34.6, so not a significant increase.

I think they can still make the playoffs, but they are going to drop in the standing and will not be the favourite to win back-to-back.

There is no question whether Lakers make the playoff, but from which sport they will start the playoff. I don't really think that they can go below 3rd position as Suns are kinda overachiving at the moment. All this can change though is Gof forbid LeBron gets injured. But as long as they are healthy when playoff starts, it's pretty much all same for them, no matter the spot.

[SammyBiG]

From 10th to 5th(apparently the same position before becoming the champions of the East)... Team Heat got their 5th streak on the win yesterday.
Butler was 2 assist away from another triple double. Great gameplay from Erik's drawboard.

[dunfida]

Most team turn on the gas when playoffs time, I think lebron already knew that they just have to secure the playoffs spot , because its in the playoffs that matters, your right when davis returns it will be a different team, I like how they are planning for the playoffs, its no use to play Davis in the regular season now, reserving him for the playoffs is the best move.

Okay, lets say that they do have that kind of strategy but it would it be better if Davis would be playing rather than on having that kind of plan?
Nothing beats out when you do able to play the entire season rather than on having some break just because of that reserved just for the playoffs.
I doubt that they wouldnt be able to hit up the ranks if they do continue to lose more but well its really true that it doesnt matter if they are on the
top or not but rather just on getting in with the playoffs.

[ladyfox]

Most team turn on the gas when playoffs time, I think lebron already knew that they just have to secure the playoffs spot , because its in the playoffs that matters, your right when davis returns it will be a different team, I like how they are planning for the playoffs, its no use to play Davis in the regular season now, reserving him for the playoffs is the best move.

Okay, lets say that they do have that kind of strategy but it would it be better if Davis would be playing rather than on having that kind of plan?
Nothing beats out when you do able to play the entire season rather than on having some break just because of that reserved just for the playoffs.
I doubt that they wouldnt be able to hit up the ranks if they do continue to lose more but well its really true that it doesnt matter if they are on the
top or not but rather just on getting in with the playoffs.

It is well known strategy that a lot of experienced team utilize. Like Greg Popovic that used to rest Manu, Duncan and Tony Parker right before playoffs starts. SAS were regular in playoff contentions and almost always make it to the Conference finals. Similarly, A lot of players just turn on the gas and implement new team strats in playoffs. Like how Bucks dominated the regular season but when it came to playoffs, they fizzed out because good teams knew what they had to do to stop them. Just didn't want to implement that before playoffs. Since it took too much effort out in a regular season game. LeBron James in playoffs is a different beast. Curry, Durant, Butler, Lillard do not play their 100% in regular games unless absolutely necessary. Just to make sure they do not get injured and that even shows when it comes to star players minutes in game. LeBron would play 43 mins in a crucial Playoff game but would play on average 34 mins in regular season.

[justdimin]

Being number two doesn't really mean anything that bad, if you are number one and the number two has a chance to go to finals that means one and two will face on conference finals, if you are first that means you will face the second and if you are second you will face the first, that is why it doesn't really matter if you think both sixers and nets will be fighting in conference finals, how they get there will not matter at that point.

Plus sixers is not the only one that should fear Nets, we still have Bucks and they are a great team with one of the best players in the league as well, Giannis will create trouble for any player in any team, so it looks like we are going to have to see teams fighting it out on East, do not remember last time when East was this powerful, Celtics and Miami looks great too as well, there are so many great teams on east now, after Lebron left whole conference became such a powerhouse.

[blockman]

From 10th to 5th(apparently the same position before becoming the champions of the East)... Team Heat got their 5th streak on the win yesterday.
Butler was 2 assist away from another triple double. Great gameplay from Erik's drawboard.

One more win and they'll be having a tie with the standings of Raptors. They've moved from the standings quickly and if they will keep on playing consistently, they might be one of the next favorite teams of most fans. Tomorrow they'll be having another match.
It's Hawks versus Heat.