2024 NBA Season

[stadus]

They need at least 1 win to be in the playoffs, so they need to forget this loss, focus on the next game and win it. Blazers will travel back home, they have 2 days of rest before the last game of the season, and I think they have a good chance of winning here as they are playing at home.

"Forgive him" for his teammates and forget for Covington. 
They are already lucky Saric keeps on missing his freethrows and that gave them a chance to win the game.
The inbound play was not that good, they are too compressed near the inbounder. They should've put a bigger man to pass the ball and spread the players on both sides of the court. Let Melo, Dame, and McCollum try to receive it. Higher risk but a higher chance to win the game.
What done is done, get over it and win the next game. Oh sh*t, it's the Nuggets. 

They'll win against the Nuggets, I have a feeling they'll be successful this time.  Blazers have to prepare for their last game, if Denver will lose in this game, they will still be in the top 4, which means they will get the home-court advantage, so it's a no-bearing game for them, and they might just give this away to the Blazers.

[btc_angela]

They need at least 1 win to be in the playoffs, so they need to forget this loss, focus on the next game and win it. Blazers will travel back home, they have 2 days of rest before the last game of the season, and I think they have a good chance of winning here as they are playing at home.

"Forgive him" for his teammates and forget for Covington. 
They are already lucky Saric keeps on missing his freethrows and that gave them a chance to win the game.
The inbound play was not that good, they are too compressed near the inbounder. They should've put a bigger man to pass the ball and spread the players on both sides of the court. Let Melo, Dame, and McCollum try to receive it. Higher risk but a higher chance to win the game.
What done is done, get over it and win the next game. Oh sh*t, it's the Nuggets. 

They'll win against the Nuggets, I have a feeling they'll be successful this time.  Blazers have to prepare for their last game, if Denver will lose in this game, they will still be in the top 4, which means they will get the home-court advantage, so it's a no-bearing game for them, and they might just give this away to the Blazers.

Thanks for that insight, yeah, I don't think that Denver will next to extend or play very hard, better to take it lightly so that there will be no untoward incident like injuries to key players.

Feel sorry for that lost though for the Blazers, anyhow, they should not let this one lost distract their concentration to end the regular season winning.

[Sanitough]

They need at least 1 win to be in the playoffs, so they need to forget this loss, focus on the next game and win it. Blazers will travel back home, they have 2 days of rest before the last game of the season, and I think they have a good chance of winning here as they are playing at home.

"Forgive him" for his teammates and forget for Covington. 
They are already lucky Saric keeps on missing his freethrows and that gave them a chance to win the game.
The inbound play was not that good, they are too compressed near the inbounder. They should've put a bigger man to pass the ball and spread the players on both sides of the court. Let Melo, Dame, and McCollum try to receive it. Higher risk but a higher chance to win the game.
What done is done, get over it and win the next game. Oh sh*t, it's the Nuggets. 

They'll win against the Nuggets, I have a feeling they'll be successful this time.  Blazers have to prepare for their last game, if Denver will lose in this game, they will still be in the top 4, which means they will get the home-court advantage, so it's a no-bearing game for them, and they might just give this away to the Blazers.

Thanks for that insight, yeah, I don't think that Denver will next to extend or play very hard, better to take it lightly so that there will be no untoward incident like injuries to key players.

Feel sorry for that lost though for the Blazers, anyhow, they should not let this one lost distract their concentration to end the regular season winning.

This is a good season for the Blazers as they are healthy and they have a good roster. That loss was just so costly that they will surely not forget, especially if they will fail to secure the stop in the top 6. They need a win against the Denver Nuggets who are still playing like the old times even without Murray, one of their star players. I can't see a head-to-head record of this two, but anyone knows their record this regular season against each other?

[akirasendo17]

They need at least 1 win to be in the playoffs, so they need to forget this loss, focus on the next game and win it. Blazers will travel back home, they have 2 days of rest before the last game of the season, and I think they have a good chance of winning here as they are playing at home.

"Forgive him" for his teammates and forget for Covington. 
They are already lucky Saric keeps on missing his freethrows and that gave them a chance to win the game.
The inbound play was not that good, they are too compressed near the inbounder. They should've put a bigger man to pass the ball and spread the players on both sides of the court. Let Melo, Dame, and McCollum try to receive it. Higher risk but a higher chance to win the game.
What done is done, get over it and win the next game. Oh sh*t, it's the Nuggets. 

They'll win against the Nuggets, I have a feeling they'll be successful this time.  Blazers have to prepare for their last game, if Denver will lose in this game, they will still be in the top 4, which means they will get the home-court advantage, so it's a no-bearing game for them, and they might just give this away to the Blazers.

Thanks for that insight, yeah, I don't think that Denver will next to extend or play very hard, better to take it lightly so that there will be no untoward incident like injuries to key players.

Feel sorry for that lost though for the Blazers, anyhow, they should not let this one lost distract their concentration to end the regular season winning.

This is a good season for the Blazers as they are healthy and they have a good roster. That loss was just so costly that they will surely not forget, especially if they will fail to secure the stop in the top 6. They need a win against the Denver Nuggets who are still playing like the old times even without Murray, one of their star players. I can't see a head-to-head record of this two, but anyone knows their record this regular season against each other?

Yes they are performing well this season but the only problem for them is they always fall short in the playoffs, Lillard for sure is sick and tired of those seasons where they thought they have a chance and I think it will happen again this year since the west is loaded with powerhouse teams, I wish they could atleast make it to the west finals, since they still don't make it in so many years.

[Kasabus]

I wish they could atleast make it to the west finals, since they still don't make it in so many years.

Their problem is actually their defense. Look at this article (https://sportsnaut.com/nba-defensive-rankings/), they are not even part of the top 15 in defense ranking, meaning their defense is weak and that has been their problem ever since.

[arwin100]

I wish they could atleast make it to the west finals, since they still don't make it in so many years.

Their problem is actually their defense. Look at this article (https://sportsnaut.com/nba-defensive-rankings/), they are not even part of the top 15 in defense ranking, meaning their defense is weak and that has been their problem ever since.

Yeah your right they have so many offensive players but they are lacking those guys who can do the dirty jobs for them so expect if they will face a strong defensive team they will choke and coaching staffs should look at this problem since if they can make their defensive end improve well they are totally a dangerous team since they have healthy roosters which is given that can provide huge numbers every game.

[Distinctin]

I wish they could atleast make it to the west finals, since they still don't make it in so many years.

Their problem is actually their defense. Look at this article (https://sportsnaut.com/nba-defensive-rankings/), they are not even part of the top 15 in defense ranking, meaning their defense is weak and that has been their problem ever since.

Yeah your right they have so many offensive players but they are lacking those guys who can do the dirty jobs for them so expect if they will face a strong defensive team they will choke and coaching staffs should look at this problem since if they can make their defensive end improve well they are totally a dangerous team since they have healthy roosters which is given that can provide huge numbers every game.

I don't know why they traded Ariza for Covington, they could have to get that defensive player since most of the starters are good in offense. Ariza has the experience and once a champion, he will be very useful in the playoffs.

I'm looking at Ariza's record now, https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/a/arizatr01.html.. he has a long experience and I also found out that "Trevor Ariza has officially been traded more times than any player in NBA history"  https://ripcityproject.com/2020/11/16/portland-trail-blazers-trevor-ariza-houston-rockets-robert-covington/

[SquallLeonhart]

I don't know why they traded Ariza for Covington, they could have to get that defensive player since most of the starters are good in offense. Ariza has the experience and once a champion, he will be very useful in the playoffs.

I'm looking at Ariza's record now, https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/a/arizatr01.html.. he has a long experience and I also found out that "Trevor Ariza has officially been traded more times than any player in NBA history"  https://ripcityproject.com/2020/11/16/portland-trail-blazers-trevor-ariza-houston-rockets-robert-covington/

Well, both teams had a very very good reason for that trade isn't it obvious? Portland had aging Trevor Ariza and he was decent but wasn't the old himself and he didn't worth as much as Covington, so Portland wanted to get Covington, a player who is a marvelous 3&D guy who can shoot decently from three and can lock any perimeter player down which is an awesome addition to the team plus he is young so he doesn't get tired as much.

Whereas Rockets traded Covington because they get 2 first round draft picks, they are tanking right now and their team sucks big time, which means that they could potentially get as much picks as they can from the trades they make, they did that with all their drafts so far and that will allow them to get younger stars in the future and get back to being good again in the future. That was the great reason why these teams made that trade.

[dwyane36]

This is a good season for the Blazers as they are healthy and they have a good roster. That loss was just so costly that they will surely not forget, especially if they will fail to secure the stop in the top 6. They need a win against the Denver Nuggets who are still playing like the old times even without Murray, one of their star players. I can't see a head-to-head record of this two, but anyone knows their record this regular season against each other?

The Blazers may have difficulty in the upcoming match because they lost two games against the Nuggets in the preseason, and then they lost another two games against them during the regular season. However, I also think that the Blazers will have a good chance to beat them this time. We'll see.

[Reid]

Golden State Warriors team 2nd team trying to improve their game against the Pelicans.
It's just the 1st quarter but they are performing well. I guess because there is no pressure with this.
Their next game will tell though if they will still have this kind of performance while Curry and Green resting for a breather.
Stepping up their chemistry will be critical on that game against the Grizzlies.

Mavericks also trying to seal their position at 5th seed putting a big lead against the Raptors. Those who bet for high-rank seeds will have their way today.

[OgNasty]

Golden State Warriors team 2nd team trying to improve their game against the Pelicans.
It's just the 1st quarter but they are performing well. I guess because there is no pressure with this.
Their next game will tell though if they will still have this kind of performance while Curry and Green resting for a breather.
Stepping up their chemistry will be critical on that game against the Grizzlies.

Mavericks also trying to seal their position at 5th seed putting a big lead against the Raptors. Those who bet for high-rank seeds will have their way today.

Pelicans went into full tank mode as soon as they sidelined Zion for a broken finger.  I'm sure if they win another game this season the coach will be fired.  LOL 

Last I looked at the standings they were one game ahead of the team below them and they seemed dead set on trading spots with them.

[Maslate]

Golden State Warriors team 2nd team trying to improve their game against the Pelicans.
It's just the 1st quarter but they are performing well. I guess because there is no pressure with this.
Their next game will tell though if they will still have this kind of performance while Curry and Green resting for a breather.
Stepping up their chemistry will be critical on that game against the Grizzlies.

Mavericks also trying to seal their position at 5th seed putting a big lead against the Raptors. Those who bet for high-rank seeds will have their way today.

Pelicans went into full tank mode as soon as they sidelined Zion for a broken finger.  I'm sure if they win another game this season the coach will be fired.  LOL 

Last I looked at the standings they were one game ahead of the team below them and they seemed dead set on trading spots with them.

This is very sad for the Pelicans, they had some great games and I thought they will be in the playoffs this season but we know that this team is just all about Zion, without him, this team is nothing. They even lost against the Warriors when Curry and Green were resting, they are done this season.

[btc_angela]

Golden State Warriors team 2nd team trying to improve their game against the Pelicans.
It's just the 1st quarter but they are performing well. I guess because there is no pressure with this.
Their next game will tell though if they will still have this kind of performance while Curry and Green resting for a breather.
Stepping up their chemistry will be critical on that game against the Grizzlies.

Mavericks also trying to seal their position at 5th seed putting a big lead against the Raptors. Those who bet for high-rank seeds will have their way today.

Pelicans went into full tank mode as soon as they sidelined Zion for a broken finger.  I'm sure if they win another game this season the coach will be fired.  LOL 

Last I looked at the standings they were one game ahead of the team below them and they seemed dead set on trading spots with them.

This is very sad for the Pelicans, they had some great games and I thought they will be in the playoffs this season but we know that this team is just all about Zion, without him, this team is nothing. They even lost against the Warriors when Curry and Green were resting, they are done this season.

Yes, the Zion injury was really big for them in this season, they are still in the contention. So they might as well regroup for next year and prepare. Good win by the Golden State, they are a slight underdog if I'm not mistaken, so I'm sure those who bet on them are very happy about the result even though Curry and Green are resting. Warriors now at 8th place.

[Oasisman]

This is very sad for the Pelicans, they had some great games and I thought they will be in the playoffs this season but we know that this team is just all about Zion, without him, this team is nothing. They even lost against the Warriors when Curry and Green were resting, they are done this season.

That's fine. Zion, Ball, and Ingram are all still very young. They still need a few years to fully develop their skills that perfectly blend to their team chemistry. In other words, they need still need a few years to become a mature player.
If they can retain these 3 young superstars In the next 3 years, they will for sure become a playoff team.
Nevertheless, they still have enough time to develop their skills, hoping not to get a career threatening injuries.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

This is very sad for the Pelicans, they had some great games and I thought they will be in the playoffs this season but we know that this team is just all about Zion, without him, this team is nothing. They even lost against the Warriors when Curry and Green were resting, they are done this season.

That's fine. Zion, Ball, and Ingram are all still very young. They still need a few years to fully develop their skills that perfectly blend to their team chemistry. In other words, they need still need a few years to become a mature player.

Yeah, they are still very young, so they are still in the development stage. And I think the team will retain this 3 as their core in the next years to come.

They really have to gain the experience first and then the mentality to compete high level basketball every game to be one of the top teams in the next 3 years. So the future is still bright for the Pelicans.

[OgNasty]

Golden State Warriors team 2nd team trying to improve their game against the Pelicans.
It's just the 1st quarter but they are performing well. I guess because there is no pressure with this.
Their next game will tell though if they will still have this kind of performance while Curry and Green resting for a breather.
Stepping up their chemistry will be critical on that game against the Grizzlies.

Mavericks also trying to seal their position at 5th seed putting a big lead against the Raptors. Those who bet for high-rank seeds will have their way today.

Pelicans went into full tank mode as soon as they sidelined Zion for a broken finger.  I'm sure if they win another game this season the coach will be fired.  LOL 

Last I looked at the standings they were one game ahead of the team below them and they seemed dead set on trading spots with them.

This is very sad for the Pelicans, they had some great games and I thought they will be in the playoffs this season but we know that this team is just all about Zion, without him, this team is nothing. They even lost against the Warriors when Curry and Green were resting, they are done this season.

Yes, the Zion injury was really big for them in this season, they are still in the contention. So they might as well regroup for next year and prepare. Good win by the Golden State, they are a slight underdog if I'm not mistaken, so I'm sure those who bet on them are very happy about the result even though Curry and Green are resting. Warriors now at 8th place.

The end of this game was crazy. The Pelicans had the win in their hands and then gave up 6 straight points in the last 30 seconds to lose against the Warriors bench. I wonder if the coach has to tell them to lose on purpose or if they all just know they have to blow the end of the game. 

[danherbias07]

They'll win against the Nuggets, I have a feeling they'll be successful this time.  Blazers have to prepare for their last game, if Denver will lose in this game, they will still be in the top 4, which means they will get the home-court advantage, so it's a no-bearing game for them, and they might just give this away to the Blazers.

2 more days before the Blazers meet the Nuggets. While 2 more game for the Lakers that are both crucial.
They badly need this win against the Pacers tomorrow. Tiebreaker is not an option for them.  It could also create some pressure on the Blazers team knowing the Lakers is still tailing them.
But there's a big problem. Pacers also want that win to put their team on the 8th spot.  Oh God, this last games are all crucial for them and then there's the GSW vs Grizzlies too. It won't be easy to predict who will win this last couple of games.
Did you finalize your analysis already? 

[akirasendo17]

Golden State Warriors team 2nd team trying to improve their game against the Pelicans.
It's just the 1st quarter but they are performing well. I guess because there is no pressure with this.
Their next game will tell though if they will still have this kind of performance while Curry and Green resting for a breather.
Stepping up their chemistry will be critical on that game against the Grizzlies.

Mavericks also trying to seal their position at 5th seed putting a big lead against the Raptors. Those who bet for high-rank seeds will have their way today.

Pelicans went into full tank mode as soon as they sidelined Zion for a broken finger.  I'm sure if they win another game this season the coach will be fired.  LOL 

Last I looked at the standings they were one game ahead of the team below them and they seemed dead set on trading spots with them.

This is very sad for the Pelicans, they had some great games and I thought they will be in the playoffs this season but we know that this team is just all about Zion, without him, this team is nothing. They even lost against the Warriors when Curry and Green were resting, they are done this season.

Yes, the Zion injury was really big for them in this season, they are still in the contention. So they might as well regroup for next year and prepare. Good win by the Golden State, they are a slight underdog if I'm not mistaken, so I'm sure those who bet on them are very happy about the result even though Curry and Green are resting. Warriors now at 8th place.

The end of this game was crazy. The Pelicans had the win in their hands and then gave up 6 straight points in the last 30 seconds to lose against the Warriors bench. I wonder if the coach has to tell them to lose on purpose or if they all just know they have to blow the end of the game. 

both teams are shooting well outside and inside, pelicans have a good passing game, while the Golden State has shooting three points in the first quarter well, maybe the team that shows hunger winning the game, though they give what they could in the game, the warriors wasn't it the most so they succeed on winning it, i just wonder if their star players are in the court it might have different result.

[Dave1]

^^ Definitely the game might have a different outcome if Curry decided to play against the Pels.

It was crazy game indeed, Warriors have a huge lead and they think they are safe and then Pels make a huge come back and even taking a lead. But after that, the Warriors scored and then regain the lead. But then again the Pels keeps getting the breaks. It was Poole who bail them out with a quick drive and then stop a three.

[dezoel]

It is really good to see Lebron back. He will not have too much chance to get back on his condition, his fitness could be a problem on the early days of play-in and also the playoff as well, I am expecting him to be 100% ready on second round if they get there but this is Lakers with Lebron+AD we are talking about I am sure they will get there.

However things will get interesting after that, we all know that regular season western conference is a bit weird, Jazz at the top and Suns below and Nuggets under them, these are all good teams for sure but they are not teams many people expect to be champions, so it is not going to be that easy if you ask me for these teams to face Lakers, but eventually we get teams like Clippers facing Lakers and that could be very good to watch. Or maybe Lakers or Clippers could be eliminated before they even face each other like last year, I really do not know.