2024 NBA Season

[akirasendo17]

I was hoping for a LA vs LA though, it will be a great matchup. But in any case, Denver or Phoenix is not that bad either.

We might see an LA vs LA in the western conference Finals if the Lakers will end in rank 7, and they will win in the 1st round and 2nd round.
It's a great match up though, but this playoff is quite different in the past, we might see a different team advancing in the WCF and in the ECF.. and that makes it so interesting to watch.

For bettors who will back the Lakers, this is a great opportunity to get good odds as they are in a lower standing and I would personally get gonna hesitate on backing them.

I want to see if Leonard can stop LeBron with his lockdown defense that is really a force in the past years, it like Bowen of the spars but way stronger and better, if he can't stop Lebron then they will be eliminated, at the same time that matchup will be in the lakers advantages since they have AD and Drummond, it is going to be a problem also with tucker emergence this will be a nightmare for the opponent in the playoffs for sure.

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[morvillz7z]

"2021 Basketball Hall of Fame Class"

source: https://twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/1393955174595502080

- Players: Paul Pierce, Chris Bosh, Chris Webber, Ben Wallace

- Coaches: Rick Adelman, Jay Wright, Bill Russell

- WNBA: Yolanda Griffith, Lauren Jackson

- International Committee: Toni Kukoc

The final list should be officially announced in a day or two, it was about damn time they elect Chris Webber into the HOF!!!

Reading most of the comments in the last two pages about the Blazers/Nuggets game made me cringe so bad, if Nuggets lose they will avoid the Lakers in the first round. /topic

[Febo]

Great hall of fame class!
I think nationally broadcast games are the ones because they are at early time. Memphis vs Golden State will be very good match since is very important for both teams.

Teams already in playoff will now have a week to rest and heal small injuries some players have. Hopefully Redick will be back for Mavs.

[OgNasty]

"2021 Basketball Hall of Fame Class"

source: https://twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/1393955174595502080

- Players: Paul Pierce, Chris Bosh, Chris Webber, Ben Wallace

- Coaches: Rick Adelman, Jay Wright, Bill Russell

- WNBA: Yolanda Griffith, Lauren Jackson

- International Committee: Toni Kukoc

The final list should be officially announced in a day or two, it was about damn time they elect Chris Webber into the HOF!!!

Reading most of the comments in the last two pages about the Blazers/Nuggets game made me cringe so bad, if Nuggets lose they will avoid the Lakers in the first round. /topic

Chris Webber needed a win after being fired from his job as a commentator.

I’m glad at least the Warriors game is televised today. This will probably be the most exciting day of basketball so far this year. A nice intro to the playoffs. Enjoy today’s games!

[Fredomago]

Tonight, Lakers will play a really important game against Pelicans. As Pelicans have no chance left for the playoffs, I assume Lakers will completely destroy them. And they will promote to the 1/8-finals even if Trail Blazers win their game also. Because Lakers are ahead in the head-to-heads.

It's very obvious according to the point spread, though the Pelicans are the home team, they are still +10.5 which means they will likely lose in this game. Zion is out of the season, he is their main man while the Lakers are playing with full squad, no chance for the Pelicans here and the Lakers will make sure they will win with a big margin.

Yes. That will happen. I won't avoid betting in this game but rather put it in a parlay to add for profits.
15 games. I can't put just single bets on every game there is. I'd lose more capital than my winnings. 
I could just add the Hawks versus the Rockets game. That's also a sure win for them and it will just all depend on the spread. Pistons vs Heat is also a one-sided game.
If there will be close games it could be GSW vs Grizzlies and maybe Pacers versus Raptors if they will try to mess with them. Another reason for them to lose is lack of players of the Pacers.

Los of games and it's tempting to do some parlay, though it's tough to pick which teams are really superiors as sometimes, it's can ruined your combos.

Picking 2-3 selections might be good enough if you really good in analyzing each games, you can bring something decent if you choose the right team to combine.

I'll monitor the game between GSW and Memphis, odds for GSW is now @ 1.63

[fullhdpixel]

Is it just me or did James looked a bit more heavy? I mean normally I would understand that if you are injured you are probably not running around crazy like you normally do but he looked a bit more heavy than last month, which would be a very first in the history when Lebron didn't take care of his body, or maybe he did that on purpose who knows. He played very well, AD played very well normally if they can play like this on every night, I do not see who would be champions over them, when they both get together and play this good there is nobody in the league that could beat them.

However we have to also accept that it has been a very long long year and they will have another 2 months or so with the playoffs so it would be very difficult for most of the players to keep pushing their body as well, I am afraid of them getting injured once again for putting too much pressure on their body.

[Yamifoud]

I'll monitor the game between GSW and Memphis, odds for GSW is now @ 1.63

Warriors on the lead, the halftime score is 55-49, Curry had 13 points, and Wiggins 12 points. It's a close game so far, good luck if you bet on the Warriors, they might win here. Other games that have already concluded are the following.

Boston at New York .. new york won
Indiana at Toronto... Indiana won
Charlotte at Washington... wizards won
Phoenix at San Antonio... Suns won.

[Ziskinberg]

Memphis is coming back, they have a good run in the 4th quarter now after the Warriors dominated them in the 3rd quarter. This is very exciting, both teams are not giving up, they want to earn the 8th spot in the West. Score update, 86-91.. GSW still lead. 

[Yaunfitda]

Memphis is coming back, they have a good run in the 4th quarter now after the Warriors dominated them in the 3rd quarter. This is very exciting, both teams are not giving up, they want to earn the 8th spot in the West. Score update, 86-91.. GSW still lead. 

It's over now, 113-101, Steph took over in the last three minutes and shooting dagger 3's.

Memphis even took the lead 95-93, before the Warriors putting in a display of shooting. Curry with 46 points,with nine 3's, and will win the scoring title for the first time. Warriors now sitting at 8th spot.

[btc_angela]

Memphis is coming back, they have a good run in the 4th quarter now after the Warriors dominated them in the 3rd quarter. This is very exciting, both teams are not giving up, they want to earn the 8th spot in the West. Score update, 86-91.. GSW still lead. 

It's over now, 113-101, Steph took over in the last three minutes and shooting dagger 3's.

Memphis even took the lead 95-93, before the Warriors putting in a display of shooting. Curry with 46 points,with nine 3's, and will win the scoring title for the first time. Warriors now sitting at 8th spot.

Yes, Steph will not let this game slip away, he was well rested, him and Green and they are in their home court so they are confident even if Memphis took the lead. Poole and Wiggins are their next big scorers and they really contribute in this game. As for the scoring title, just another icing on Steph's record. So let's see how far they can go, western conference is pretty stack up so it will be very interesting playoffs.

[gagux123]

Tonight, Lakers will play a really important game against Pelicans. As Pelicans have no chance left for the playoffs, I assume Lakers will completely destroy them. And they will promote to the 1/8-finals even if Trail Blazers win their game also. Because Lakers are ahead in the head-to-heads.

Yes, I also agree. There are great chances the Lakers will beat the Pelicans. Practically LAL is with your complete team, LeBron, AD, Drummond, KCP and others.
We are in halfway through the 1st quarter and Schröder already scored 10 points

[vennali]

I've been noticing Durant, even though the team has been on a 5 game win streak, he is barely ever playing like a superstar he is. 23 points today 12 and 14 in the previous 2 but he is averaging about 25-27 points per game for the season but I expect much more from him. Is he saving himself for the playoffs? Do you guys think he can turn it up during the playoffs and get the Nets into the later stages of the Playoffs? Maybe he just doesnt need to put up impressive stats as he has Kyrie and Harden who can easily elevate their game to next level at any moment.

[Reid]

I've been noticing Durant, even though the team has been on a 5 game win streak, he is barely ever playing like a superstar he is. 23 points today 12 and 14 in the previous 2 but he is averaging about 25-27 points per game for the season but I expect much more from him. Is he saving himself for the playoffs? Do you guys think he can turn it up during the playoffs and get the Nets into the later stages of the Playoffs? Maybe he just doesnt need to put up impressive stats as he has Kyrie and Harden who can easily elevate their game to next level at any moment.

The interview at the end of the game tells so. He said it's a good warm-up.
When it's needed, he will use all his techniques for a win. I am already satisfied that he is healthy and playing back.
I don't really expect more out of him because he had partners now that will lighten up the burden in both the defensive and offensive end.

The Wizards team have a higher chance to match with them as the Celtics are lacking one of their best player Jaylen Brown.
Durant, Harden, and Westbrook will meet again in the playoffs but this time they will be playing against each other.
Oh, it will be hot.

[vennali]

The interview at the end of the game tells so. He said it's a good warm-up.
When it's needed, he will use all his techniques for a win. I am already satisfied that he is healthy and playing back.
I don't really expect more out of him because he had partners now that will lighten up the burden in both the defensive and offensive end.

The Wizards team have a higher chance to match with them as the Celtics are lacking one of their best player Jaylen Brown.
Durant, Harden, and Westbrook will meet again in the playoffs but this time they will be playing against each other.
Oh, it will be hot.

Jaylen Brown, what has gotten into him all of a sudden? I watched him play mid season and he seems like an unstoppable beast. Superstar in the making. Really good handles, fadeaways and shooting. He's like a mix between LeBron and Durant but not at their level yet. Durant even though is not shooting as much as before, he doesnt seem as confident as before either. Hopefully he gains rhythm coming into the playoffs. What I mean by that is, in clutch situations, you could bank on him to hit fadeaways midrange 80% of the time. Seems less stable at the moment.

[nitrobetting]

I've been noticing Durant, even though the team has been on a 5 game win streak, he is barely ever playing like a superstar he is. 23 points today 12 and 14 in the previous 2 but he is averaging about 25-27 points per game for the season but I expect much more from him. Is he saving himself for the playoffs? Do you guys think he can turn it up during the playoffs and get the Nets into the later stages of the Playoffs? Maybe he just doesnt need to put up impressive stats as he has Kyrie and Harden who can easily elevate their game to next level at any moment.

The interview at the end of the game tells so. He said it's a good warm-up.
When it's needed, he will use all his techniques for a win. I am already satisfied that he is healthy and playing back.
I don't really expect more out of him because he had partners now that will lighten up the burden in both the defensive and offensive end.

The Wizards team have a higher chance to match with them as the Celtics are lacking one of their best player Jaylen Brown.
Durant, Harden, and Westbrook will meet again in the playoffs but this time they will be playing against each other.
Oh, it will be hot.

I'm looking forward to this matchup. Nets vs. Wizards would be fun and I expect Wizards to at least give Brooklyn a run for its money and make things tough. Harden is still nursing his hamstring, and I'm sure Westbrook and Beal will go all out and believe they can beat Brooklyn.

Celtics are absolutely out. They have been disappointing all season and their body language just screams they don't want to be in there.

As for KD, the guy is a scoring machine and can turn it on whenever he feels want to. The only caveat is his health, and that also applies with Harden and Kyrie. We all know how good KD is and what he can bring in the post season when he was with the Warriors. If anything else, I think he must be saving himself for the playoffs.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

I've been noticing Durant, even though the team has been on a 5 game win streak, he is barely ever playing like a superstar he is. 23 points today 12 and 14 in the previous 2 but he is averaging about 25-27 points per game for the season but I expect much more from him. Is he saving himself for the playoffs? Do you guys think he can turn it up during the playoffs and get the Nets into the later stages of the Playoffs? Maybe he just doesnt need to put up impressive stats as he has Kyrie and Harden who can easily elevate their game to next level at any moment.

Right, Harden and Kyrie is already playing, plus Jeff Green is also contributing that's why he doesn't need to go 100% every game and it will be advantageous to him as we enter the playoffs now. For sure we will see who is the alpha of this team comes crunch time. Durant will have the ball and will take the last shot for sure.

[stadus]

I've been noticing Durant, even though the team has been on a 5 game win streak, he is barely ever playing like a superstar he is. 23 points today 12 and 14 in the previous 2 but he is averaging about 25-27 points per game for the season but I expect much more from him. Is he saving himself for the playoffs? Do you guys think he can turn it up during the playoffs and get the Nets into the later stages of the Playoffs? Maybe he just doesnt need to put up impressive stats as he has Kyrie and Harden who can easily elevate their game to next level at any moment.

Right, Harden and Kyrie is already playing, plus Jeff Green is also contributing that's why he doesn't need to go 100% every game and it will be advantageous to him as we enter the playoffs now. For sure we will see who is the alpha of this team comes crunch time. Durant will have the ball and will take the last shot for sure.

Plus they can rest more since there's a play-in tournament that's going to happen first before the actual playoffs. Brooklyn could face the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs, this is a good match up and I think Celtics here will have a fight and it will not be a sweep by Brooklyn although I believe they will win in the series.

[ultrloa]

I've been noticing Durant, even though the team has been on a 5 game win streak, he is barely ever playing like a superstar he is. 23 points today 12 and 14 in the previous 2 but he is averaging about 25-27 points per game for the season but I expect much more from him. Is he saving himself for the playoffs? Do you guys think he can turn it up during the playoffs and get the Nets into the later stages of the Playoffs? Maybe he just doesnt need to put up impressive stats as he has Kyrie and Harden who can easily elevate their game to next level at any moment.

Right, Harden and Kyrie is already playing, plus Jeff Green is also contributing that's why he doesn't need to go 100% every game and it will be advantageous to him as we enter the playoffs now. For sure we will see who is the alpha of this team comes crunch time. Durant will have the ball and will take the last shot for sure.

Harden already prove that he can adjust to this rotation he's willing to give up some points just to make his things better, But I don't know on the side of Kyrie since we all know he want to be the main man on the team hopefully on their comeback they will not create any bad chemistry due to that circumstances. If the 3 stars will have a good chemistry together they have a bigger chance to take home the championship this season.

[danherbias07]

Plus they can rest more since there's a play-in tournament that's going to happen first before the actual playoffs. Brooklyn could face the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs, this is a good match up and I think Celtics here will have a fight and it will not be a sweep by Brooklyn although I believe they will win in the series.

Perks of being on the top 6. Rest.  That's why the Mavs had been beating themselves just so they could rest more and be on a great shape when the playoffs starts.
Lakers though is looking great. But it will be GSW that will match them to take the 7th seed. I will definitely not miss this game.
Regarding the East. My prediction is the Nets will be facing the Wizards winning against an undermanned Celtics. Bradley Beal is back and looking great. So when it comes to offense they can answer back while the Celtics will have a problem looking for their attacker. They will just need to find a way to win against the 9th and 10th match up.

[OgNasty]

Wednesday night at 7 PM (pst) on ESPN, Los Angeles Lakers versus Golden State Warriors this is going to be one hell of a game. Steph and LeBron meeting up once again on the road to a championship, only a little different this year. They’re playing to avoid fighting for the 8th seed in yet another added game before the playoff starts. Everyone knows how much LeBron needs rest before his playoff run, so you can expect he’ll be doing everything in his power to win this one.