2024 NBA Season

[goinmerry]

Adding CP3 to the lineup has made such a huge difference. What a great move by Suns management. Some might have been expecting a buyout, but CP3 proved worth the investment.

There are even speculations back before that Chris Paul might not taste the playoffs experience this season because he ended up to one of the considered low teams in the NBA right now. Just a trivia to everyone if you have forgotten that Phoenix Suns have a clean record in the bubble last year. They surprised everyone and beating most teams we see every playoff. They lose to a tiebreaker against the Memphis Grizzlies which has a 2-6 record in the bubble. Unfair isn't it right?

Adding CP3 on their roster, they explode more. Let's admit no one here expects that they will clinch a playoffs spot or even we do, we are expecting them at the bottom.

[el kaka22]

Lakers didn't look that bad, I mean we are talking about 2 main players injured, AD coming back just recently with minute restrictions and not playing at 100% capacity even during the period he plays, whereas Lebron is completely out with injury, isn't it expected that Lakers would be bad without those two at 100%? I mean how many teams could lose stars and still be good? You think Bucks would be anything good without Giannis? We know how Nets were, look at Cavs and what they became without Lebron, take PG and Kawhi out what does Clippers have?

I can go on but long story short if you take out star or stars out of a team they will become normal for them to not be good at all. Which is why I would say that Lakers are doing fine right now, there is nothing with that at all, they are definitely doing fine. It would be scary if they are not ready when the playoff comes, that is the most important part.

[Natalim]

@el kaka22. Davis was already back, and I believe the minute restriction is already gone as he played 31 minutes against the Wizards and yet they still lose. Davis had 26 points, that's a decent number I believe, the only problem I see now is them lacking their best player which is LBJ... Lakers will not win a championship without him, so he needs to be healthy again to come back soon.

[Dave1]

Great news for the Suns. It’s been over 10 years since they’ve seen the postseason. I’m happy for Devin Booker who was looking like he may never see a playoff game. Adding CP3 to the lineup has made such a huge difference. What a great move by Suns management. Some might have been expecting a buyout, but CP3 proved worth the investment.

Exactly, and there's a lot of 'what if' scenario, we can go back in time - Houston vs GSW, they almost upset the Warriors that time if not for his injury. However, when he comes back healthy they fall short again.

So I do hope that CP3 this time will have a chance with Booker to go to the finals. Yes, West is very tough, but with the right mindset and attitude I think they can go this far this season.

[Russlenat]

Great news for the Suns. It’s been over 10 years since they’ve seen the postseason. I’m happy for Devin Booker who was looking like he may never see a playoff game. Adding CP3 to the lineup has made such a huge difference. What a great move by Suns management. Some might have been expecting a buyout, but CP3 proved worth the investment.

Exactly, and there's a lot of 'what if' scenario, we can go back in time - Houston vs GSW, they almost upset the Warriors that time if not for his injury. However, when he comes back healthy they fall short again.

So I do hope that CP3 this time will have a chance with Booker to go to the finals. Yes, West is very tough, but with the right mindset and attitude I think they can go this far this season.

That was because of the bad chemistry they already had, Harden and Paul do not have good chemistry, I don't know for what reason but CP3 has not given the correct role with the Rockets that's why they fall, if only they let him handle the ball and make plays for the team, they would be more unpredictable as CP3 is really smart and one of the best PG in the league if not the best.

The thing is, way back in the Houston time, Harden thinks he is the superstar of the team, right now, it's a different situation because he was the one who joined in the Nets with Durant and Irving already on board.

[harizen]

Lakers will not win a championship without him, so he needs to be healthy again to come back soon.

Dennis Schroder recently pointed out that he is frustrated with the current team's chemistry in the Lakers. Anthony Davis also shared the same sentiment. There are missing keys that supposed to be covered even LeBron James nor Anthony Davis was out but it's not happening. They want a team meeting once Bron comes back (but actually they can do it now even LBJ is resting).

So what's the problem here? It's about leadership. When LeBron is playing, everyone has a sort of behaviour that they need to follow on him no matter what.

Sure the team will be fine. They just have to maintain winnings to secure their playoffs spots.

[Botnake]

Lakers will not win a championship without him, so he needs to be healthy again to come back soon.

Dennis Schroder recently pointed out that he is frustrated with the current team's chemistry in the Lakers. Anthony Davis also shared the same sentiment. There are missing keys that supposed to be covered even LeBron James nor Anthony Davis was out but it's not happening. They want a team meeting once Bron comes back (but actually they can do it now even LBJ is resting).

So what's the problem here? It's about leadership. When LeBron is playing, everyone has a sort of behaviour that they need to follow on him no matter what.

Sure the team will be fine. They just have to maintain winnings to secure their playoffs spots.

The problem is they are not winning as expected, if I'm not mistaken, they are just 4-6 in their last 10 games and they are now at risk of getting into the elimination game once their ranking will drop to number 7 and below. We have no idea when exactly Lebron will come back, but this time is already begging him to play to start winning again.

[Oasisman]

For now, we have four teams that guaranteed qualifying for the playoffs (1/8-finals). These are Jazz, Suns, Nets and 76ers. They have been great for a very long lime. And I can't wait to see the playoff games as there is a little time left for the regular season to end.

Great news for the Suns. It’s been over 10 years since they’ve seen the postseason. I’m happy for Devin Booker who was looking like he may never see a playoff game. Adding CP3 to the lineup has made such a huge difference. What a great move by Suns management. Some might have been expecting a buyout, but CP3 proved worth the investment.

Yes that's a great news indeed for the Suns. I remember how good the Suns team with Steve Nash, Amare Stoudemire, J. Rich, Grant Hill, and Barbosa. 
I can see a CP3 and Ayton like a Nash and Stoudemire combo with the addition of Devin Booker. Though they have come a long way to reach the playoffs but the competition in the West are so tight and every team in the West seems very competitive and worthy to reach the Finals.

On the other hand, a fully healthy Nets might have an easy path to the NBA Finals.

[Natalim]

Lakers will not win a championship without him, so he needs to be healthy again to come back soon.

Dennis Schroder recently pointed out that he is frustrated with the current team's chemistry in the Lakers. Anthony Davis also shared the same sentiment. There are missing keys that supposed to be covered even LeBron James nor Anthony Davis was out but it's not happening. They want a team meeting once Bron comes back (but actually they can do it now even LBJ is resting).

So what's the problem here? It's about leadership. When LeBron is playing, everyone has a sort of behaviour that they need to follow on him no matter what.

Sure the team will be fine. They just have to maintain winnings to secure their playoffs spots.

The problem is they are not winning as expected, if I'm not mistaken, they are just 4-6 in their last 10 games and they are now at risk of getting into the elimination game once their ranking will drop to number 7 and below. We have no idea when exactly Lebron will come back, but this time is already begging him to play to start winning again.

That's the risk but when Lebron comes back, that risk will be eliminated as LA Lakers will be once again a complete and healthy team. I'm hoping he will come back before the playoffs so he will fully get back his confidence once the playoffs comes or the elimination.

we are just given a hint by Dennis.

Lakers’ Schroder hints LeBron will return soon: ‘I mean, he’s close’

So Lakers fans, calm down.

[Kelvinid]

Lakers will not win a championship without him, so he needs to be healthy again to come back soon.

Dennis Schroder recently pointed out that he is frustrated with the current team's chemistry in the Lakers. Anthony Davis also shared the same sentiment. There are missing keys that supposed to be covered even LeBron James nor Anthony Davis was out but it's not happening. They want a team meeting once Bron comes back (but actually they can do it now even LBJ is resting).

So what's the problem here? It's about leadership. When LeBron is playing, everyone has a sort of behaviour that they need to follow on him no matter what.

Sure the team will be fine. They just have to maintain winnings to secure their playoffs spots.

The problem is they are not winning as expected, if I'm not mistaken, they are just 4-6 in their last 10 games and they are now at risk of getting into the elimination game once their ranking will drop to number 7 and below. We have no idea when exactly Lebron will come back, but this time is already begging him to play to start winning again.

That's the risk but when Lebron comes back, that risk will be eliminated as LA Lakers will be once again a complete and healthy team. I'm hoping he will come back before the playoffs so he will fully get back his confidence once the playoffs comes or the elimination.

we are just given a hint by Dennis.

Lakers’ Schroder hints LeBron will return soon: ‘I mean, he’s close’

That's good news, I believe that soon will be before the playoffs. Lakers only have 10 games remaining to play before the end of the regular season, if Lebron could come back in the remaining 8 games and will win all of them, they could still get the number 6 spot at least.

So Lakers fans, calm down.

I'm always calm as I trust the Lebron.

[TravelMug]

Lakers will not win a championship without him, so he needs to be healthy again to come back soon.

Dennis Schroder recently pointed out that he is frustrated with the current team's chemistry in the Lakers. Anthony Davis also shared the same sentiment. There are missing keys that supposed to be covered even LeBron James nor Anthony Davis was out but it's not happening. They want a team meeting once Bron comes back (but actually they can do it now even LBJ is resting).

So what's the problem here? It's about leadership. When LeBron is playing, everyone has a sort of behaviour that they need to follow on him no matter what.

Sure the team will be fine. They just have to maintain winnings to secure their playoffs spots.

The problem is they are not winning as expected, if I'm not mistaken, they are just 4-6 in their last 10 games and they are now at risk of getting into the elimination game once their ranking will drop to number 7 and below. We have no idea when exactly Lebron will come back, but this time is already begging him to play to start winning again.

Not sure if they can drop to number 7 spot though.

But I agree that the team is lost without their superstar on Lebron James, he really needs to comeback. Although AD is back, still not enough though and we can see the frustrations of the Lakers now. There next game is against a dangerous Sacramento Kings and then Raptors and Nuggets, could be another 3 game losing streak in the horizon for them.

[Jating]

Kevin Durant having a big game against the Pacers with 42 points.

He carried the team on this backs, there where times that the Pacers will come back and close the gap, but Durant hitting big and putting the dagger. They won without Irving and Harden. Winning 4 right now and keeping their lead on the East against the Sixers.

[LogitechMouse]

For now, we have four teams that guaranteed qualifying for the playoffs (1/8-finals). These are Jazz, Suns, Nets and 76ers. They have been great for a very long lime. And I can't wait to see the playoff games as there is a little time left for the regular season to end.

Great news for the Suns. It’s been over 10 years since they’ve seen the postseason. I’m happy for Devin Booker who was looking like he may never see a playoff game. Adding CP3 to the lineup has made such a huge difference. What a great move by Suns management. Some might have been expecting a buyout, but CP3 proved worth the investment.

The addition of CP3 in the roster really made a huge difference in the team .
As the most surprising team (for me), I'm happy for the Suns to finally reach the playoffs after a decade. I still remember this team being in the last position for some years and now they just added a player who can be a huge contributor in the team in CP3. He unleashed the hidden potentials of Booker and Ayton and other players. Some calls him "Point God" and I agree with that because of his impact on the team.

[Yaunfitda]

Kevin Durant having a big game against the Pacers with 42 points.

He carried the team on this backs, there where times that the Pacers will come back and close the gap, but Durant hitting big and putting the dagger. They won without Irving and Harden. Winning 4 right now and keeping their lead on the East against the Sixers.

How about Alize Johnson, 20 points and 21 rebounds.

And after Timberwolves beats Utah the last time, now it's time for Golden State to fall. Rubio has a big game with 26 points. Steph with his usual 37 points but not enough to get them a win.

Bucks also lost to the Rockets, lots of upsets before the end of the regular season.

[danherbias07]

Bad loss for the Warriors. They badly need the win to put a higher gap with the Pelicans for the 10th spot.
That's because there are still 10 more games and if they keep on losing the Pelicans will be going near them to snatch that spot for the play-in tournament.
They have a good schedule ahead. 3 road games 1 with Rockets 2 with Pelicans then 6 home games which should be won in perfection especially the games against the Thunders.

Big win for the Nuggets. Michael Porter Jr., Green, and Millsap. dominated the 4th quarter with 25-8 run until the recycling team ruined it at the last minutes of the game ending with just a 10 point lead.
Nikola Jokic had some good rest thanks to them.

[akirasendo17]

For now, we have four teams that guaranteed qualifying for the playoffs (1/8-finals). These are Jazz, Suns, Nets and 76ers. They have been great for a very long lime. And I can't wait to see the playoff games as there is a little time left for the regular season to end.

Great news for the Suns. It’s been over 10 years since they’ve seen the postseason. I’m happy for Devin Booker who was looking like he may never see a playoff game. Adding CP3 to the lineup has made such a huge difference. What a great move by Suns management. Some might have been expecting a buyout, but CP3 proved worth the investment.

The addition of CP3 in the roster really made a huge difference in the team .
As the most surprising team (for me), I'm happy for the Suns to finally reach the playoffs after a decade. I still remember this team being in the last position for some years and now they just added a player who can be a huge contributor in the team in CP3. He unleashed the hidden potentials of Booker and Ayton and other players. Some calls him "Point God" and I agree with that because of his impact on the team.

It's been a while since D Antoni's days when every year they are in the playoffs, your right Chris paul make the difference, Booker is a scorer with paul in the driver seat, they have now focus on their role because there is someone now that can pass score and give them the best spot to score, because as we know Paul is one of the elite point guards in the league, suns can go further as long as paul is healthy.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Bad loss for the Warriors. They badly need the win to put a higher gap with the Pelicans for the 10th spot.
That's because there are still 10 more games and if they keep on losing the Pelicans will be going near them to snatch that spot for the play-in tournament.
They have a good schedule ahead. 3 road games 1 with Rockets 2 with Pelicans then 6 home games which should be won in perfection especially the games against the Thunders.

Yeah, I thought that they can cover the spread against the Pelicans, but the Pels blew them out early and the Warriors wasn't able to catch them.

Big win for the Nuggets. Michael Porter Jr., Green, and Millsap. dominated the 4th quarter with 25-8 run until the recycling team ruined it at the last minutes of the game ending with just a 10 point lead.
Nikola Jokic had some good rest thanks to them.

Last game the Nuggets wasn't able to cover the spread, but this time they make it sure that they are going to win in a dominating fashion. Good for those who bet on the Nuggets. West top 4 teams are bringing their A-game.

[danherbias07]

Big win for the Nuggets. Michael Porter Jr., Green, and Millsap. dominated the 4th quarter with 25-8 run until the recycling team ruined it at the last minutes of the game ending with just a 10 point lead.
Nikola Jokic had some good rest thanks to them.

Last game the Nuggets wasn't able to cover the spread, but this time they make it sure that they are going to win in a dominating fashion. Good for those who bet on the Nuggets. West top 4 teams are bringing their A-game.

I did bet for them and I maxed it at -5.5.  
This maybe a strategy for Coach Mike Malone. They are trying to gain the higher seed to avoid a first round match with the Lakers where Lebron could be back anytime.
If they gain the 3rd or the 2nd seed then it may become a little easier for them to go against a hurt KP of Dallas Mavericks or any team who will win the 7th and 8th seed of the play-in tournament.
Could be one reason why they want to win every game they could while also preserving their star Jokic and avoiding fatigue.
2nd team of the Nuggets is doing great. Their defense is hardcore especially Facundo Campazzo.

[Kasabus]

Big win for the Nuggets. Michael Porter Jr., Green, and Millsap. dominated the 4th quarter with 25-8 run until the recycling team ruined it at the last minutes of the game ending with just a 10 point lead.
Nikola Jokic had some good rest thanks to them.

Last game the Nuggets wasn't able to cover the spread, but this time they make it sure that they are going to win in a dominating fashion. Good for those who bet on the Nuggets. West top 4 teams are bringing their A-game.

I did bet for them and I maxed it at -5.5.  
This maybe a strategy for Coach Mike Malone. They are trying to gain the higher seed to avoid a first round match with the Lakers where Lebron could be back anytime.
If they gain the 3rd or the 2nd seed then it may become a little easier for them to go against a hurt KP of Dallas Mavericks or any team who will win the 7th and 8th seed of the play-in tournament.
Could be one reason why they want to win every game they could while also preserving their star Jokic and avoiding fatigue.
2nd team of the Nuggets is doing great. Their defense is hardcore especially Facundo Campazzo.

Facundo Campazzo has been a big help for the Nugget's success this season, this guy is short only 5'11 I guess but his talent is well showcased with his team. it looks like they are not feeling the loss of Murray, they are still strong as usual, good job for the Nuggets in this game.

[carlisle1]

Big win for the Nuggets. Michael Porter Jr., Green, and Millsap. dominated the 4th quarter with 25-8 run until the recycling team ruined it at the last minutes of the game ending with just a 10 point lead.
Nikola Jokic had some good rest thanks to them.

Last game the Nuggets wasn't able to cover the spread, but this time they make it sure that they are going to win in a dominating fashion. Good for those who bet on the Nuggets. West top 4 teams are bringing their A-game.

I did bet for them and I maxed it at -5.5.  
This maybe a strategy for Coach Mike Malone. They are trying to gain the higher seed to avoid a first round match with the Lakers where Lebron could be back anytime.
If they gain the 3rd or the 2nd seed then it may become a little easier for them to go against a hurt KP of Dallas Mavericks or any team who will win the 7th and 8th seed of the play-in tournament.
Could be one reason why they want to win every game they could while also preserving their star Jokic and avoiding fatigue.
2nd team of the Nuggets is doing great. Their defense is hardcore especially Facundo Campazzo.

Congrats! and I agree with you, Nuggets are really trying to position in much comfortable place,
Lakers are very strong once LeBron start to playback.

His rest is quietly intriguing knowing that they are now outside a comfort zone, they need to play against top seeded team. But with LeBron's healthy condition, whoever team to compete with, the chance still high for Lakers to dominate.

And with that, Coach Malone is smart enough to avoid meeting them in the first round, Just saying