2024 NBA Season

[Jating]

I think the biggest problem here is butler, he is not playing at a high level, I guess his average in the first round is not even 20 ppg.
look at the stats, it's very low compared to the previous playoffs.

https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/b/butleji01/gamelog-playoffs/

Correct. He's back from being the inconsistent player.  Sad to see them lose the playoffs from being the Eastern Conference Champions last year.
I can still remember how great Butler that time playing against Lebron James. It can be the greatest time of his career where the spotlight is all him and Lebron just going back and forth to score and defend at high level even with exhaustion.
Let's just hope next year it will be different.

Suns win again. Yey! Hit my +6.5. CP3 looking good again with his mid range shots hitting the net. Sprained shoulder is gone and it gives energy to the Suns team.

On the other hand, it's Lakers problem with AD got injured. So CP3 has recovered, good job by their trainers and we can see that he can hit that medium jump shots again.

Lakers and the Sun and Dallas and Clippers both 2-2 now, really hard to predict this series because of swing momentum and then we have injuries on key players. Congrats on your +6.5 hit mate, there are still a lot of games ahead of us.

[akirasendo17]

I think the biggest problem here is butler, he is not playing at a high level, I guess his average in the first round is not even 20 ppg.
look at the stats, it's very low compared to the previous playoffs.

https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/b/butleji01/gamelog-playoffs/

Correct. He's back from being the inconsistent player.  Sad to see them lose the playoffs from being the Eastern Conference Champions last year.
I can still remember how great Butler that time playing against Lebron James. It can be the greatest time of his career where the spotlight is all him and Lebron just going back and forth to score and defend at high level even with exhaustion.
Let's just hope next year it will be different.

Suns win again. Yey! Hit my +6.5. CP3 looking good again with his mid range shots hitting the net. Sprained shoulder is gone and it gives energy to the Suns team.

On the other hand, it's Lakers problem with AD got injured. So CP3 has recovered, good job by their trainers and we can see that he can hit that medium jump shots again.

Lakers and the Sun and Dallas and Clippers both 2-2 now, really hard to predict this series because of swing momentum and then we have injuries on key players. Congrats on your +6.5 hit mate, there are still a lot of games ahead of us.

I think other players who show up last years are missing this season Tyler hero, is not shooting that well, and butler might feeling the fatigue of doing everything to be in the finals, in the lakers suns series, I think the lakers still can win the series, LeBron's condition is getting better, even though they don't win today for sure they will bounce back in the important game five.

[passwordnow]

Question is, can they keep it until the end of the game? let's find out.

They did and this is now where the crucial part starts. Game 5 is coming and I think the games will be more intense and those are the games that we should watch out.

Game 5 is crucial for both team and no matter what the outcome is, whoever wins that match would probably goes to the next round. Looks like Devin Booker has a great game today he leads the Suns to win this time. they managed to tie it up and have a chance to defeat the Los Angeles Lakers if they show the same chemistry in the next game. Chris Paul this time didn't shoot often like he used to, I guess he finally finds his role to effectively contribute to their team to win this game.

The momentum is on game 5 and whoever takes the win is likely getting the advantage and confidence for the next game. But I think that this game will still up to game 7. Although I want to see this series end quickly so that we're going to have the lesser teams to the next round.
Well, this is always hard to say but we'll see it then on game 5 who shall win and takes the advantage. Hopefully, AD goes well too.

[danherbias07]

Lakers and the Sun and Dallas and Clippers both 2-2 now, really hard to predict this series because of swing momentum and then we have injuries on key players. Congrats on your +6.5 hit mate, there are still a lot of games ahead of us.

Thanks bro.
Speaking of Mavs versus Clippers, Doncic is also hurt with a neck or back spasms. The smiling Doncic is gone because of what he is feeling during the game.
He might have scored a lot but that is not the usual Doncic that we always see.
Also, it seems like his freethrow percentage is deteriorating. 0/5 in freethrow? That's something we rarely see if a player can shoot the ball with high percentage at outside shots. Then, he can't do his aggressive attacks below the rim because of the neck problem.
It's going to be bad for the Mavs if suddenly he won't play in Game 5.

[LogitechMouse]

I was not expecting this victory from Suns, it surprised me.
AD got injured and had to leave during the game, I don't know why Drummond played for a short time, Harrell was in the bench and only played 5 minutes.

The Suns were "fit" and the team played very well.
I'm very excited to see what the next games in this series will be like.

Looks like the injury thing is a big problem with this match-up. When CP3 sits because of injury, they lose. When AD or LBJ sits because of injury, they lose.
When AD is on the floor (in their last 2 wins), he scored 34 pts each but in their 2 losses he scored only 13 and 6 points respectively.

The series is tied and the Lakers have 2 options if AD will not play on Game 5. If they want to win its either LBJ step up on his performance or other players must step up to fill the gap that AD left. Take note that the Suns have this Big 3 of themselves (Booker, Ayton and CP3). A Point God, A scorer and a legit rebounder. It will be hard for the Lakers to defeat this young Suns team if they lose either one of their superstars.

Lakers and the Sun and Dallas and Clippers both 2-2 now, really hard to predict this series because of swing momentum and then we have injuries on key players. Congrats on your +6.5 hit mate, there are still a lot of games ahead of us.

Looks like the injury of Doncic really had him and they struggled all throughout the game losing Game 4 by a huge margin. Now the doubters of the Clippers will be silent at least this time because the series is tied already.
On Nets-Celtics series, the Nets are 1 win away from going into the second round as they defeated the Celtics 141-126. The Big 3 has 104 of the whole team's 141 points. That is what you called a Big 3. Tatum got 40 but there are no other players near him. Also 18 assists from Harden :X.

[sempak]

On Nets-Celtics series, the Nets are 1 win away from going into the second round as they defeated the Celtics 141-126. The Big 3 has 104 of the whole team's 141 points. That is what you called a Big 3. Tatum got 40 but there are no other players near him. Also 18 assists from Harden :X.

That's really an impressive work from those 3 with just 3 people they already have 104 points combined the Brooklyn Nets really do have a good offensive players with Durant, Harden and Irving I really think they can beat anyone. I think this could be the best offensive trio in the NBA right now.  In regards with Tatum that's really an impressive offense a 40 point alone with versus this big three is not that easy to achieve.

[freedomgo]

On Nets-Celtics series, the Nets are 1 win away from going into the second round as they defeated the Celtics 141-126. The Big 3 has 104 of the whole team's 141 points. That is what you called a Big 3. Tatum got 40 but there are no other players near him. Also 18 assists from Harden :X.

That's really an impressive work from those 3 with just 3 people they already have 104 points combined the Brooklyn Nets really do have a good offensive players with Durant, Harden and Irving I really think they can beat anyone. I think this could be the best offensive trio in the NBA right now.  In regards with Tatum that's really an impressive offense a 40 point alone with versus this big three is not that easy to achieve.

Tatum was the only one who is consistent in the team, in game 3 when they won, Tatum scored 50 points. Kemba Walker actually did not play in game 4, so they really are undermanned, if Kemba was there at least he can provide some good offense for the team.

[agustina2]

Kyle Kuzma will replace Anthony Davis as part of the starting lineup.

Again and again, he should do some level-up on his plays. He's been in the league for several seasons so he needs to change the current issue about being inconsistent with him since then.

They aren't on the season anymore so he should take note of that. AD is a big loss so everyone should step up. LBJ is not on the same level as before.

[btc_angela]

On Nets-Celtics series, the Nets are 1 win away from going into the second round as they defeated the Celtics 141-126. The Big 3 has 104 of the whole team's 141 points. That is what you called a Big 3. Tatum got 40 but there are no other players near him. Also 18 assists from Harden :X.

That's really an impressive work from those 3 with just 3 people they already have 104 points combined the Brooklyn Nets really do have a good offensive players with Durant, Harden and Irving I really think they can beat anyone. I think this could be the best offensive trio in the NBA right now.  In regards with Tatum that's really an impressive offense a 40 point alone with versus this big three is not that easy to achieve.

Tatum was the only one who is consistent in the team, in game 3 when they won, Tatum scored 50 points. Kemba Walker actually did not play in game 4, so they really are undermanned, if Kemba was there at least he can provide some good offense for the team.

Kemba though is missing in action in this series, and even before the playoffs Kemba plays is going down. I just observed it and I don't know what's the real reason of him being inconsistent lately.

If any case, this is a very bad season for Boston, there's a lot of expectations from them, but it seems they will be eliminated 4-1 in the next games.

[Reid]

Tatum was the only one who is consistent in the team, in game 3 when they won, Tatum scored 50 points. Kemba Walker actually did not play in game 4, so they really are undermanned, if Kemba was there at least he can provide some good offense for the team.

Injuries. Unexpected and all are part of the game.
We don't like it to happen and be the reason for a team to lose the game. Nets will surely finish this at their homecourt.

I am trying to figure out why the Heat was swept by the Bucks. It's not Eric Spoelstra's style and in fact, this is the first sweep of his career as a coach.
So what does Heat lacks? Power Forward. A big and experienced one.
Using the replays, I saw Bam Adebayo having a hard time defending everyone under the rim and if he did well contesting the shot, no Heat player is waiting for the rebound or boxing out.
Total Rebound/Offensive Rebound
Game 1 - 64/15 Bucks - 51/12 Heat
Game 2 - 61/21 Bucks - 36/9 Heat - Worst
Game 3 - 55/10 Bucks - 42/7 Heat
Game 4 - 56/15 Bucks - 40/8 Heat

Forbes shooting a three. Look who is winning the box out. You can't even see Butler behind Lopez. 
Lopez got the rebound and clean it up for Forbes.

[Oasisman]

The series is tied and the Lakers have 2 options if AD will not play on Game 5. If they want to win its either LBJ step up on his performance or other players must step up to fill the gap that AD left.

LeBron will always step up in the playoffs (except in the 2011 NBA finals). Kyle Kuzma is supposed to be the X factor for the Laker team, but his inconsistency is what makes him looks like a mediocre player. He should be the one to step up and fill AD's absence (If AD won't play in GM5). We can't expect LeBron to sustain enough stamina if he's doing all the work.
The Lakers doesn't need LeBron to step up his game because he lead this team, instead the Laker as a team should step up their game and stay focused.

On the other hand, I can't wait to see the Nets and Bucks match up in the 2nd round 

[stadus]

The series is tied and the Lakers have 2 options if AD will not play on Game 5. If they want to win its either LBJ step up on his performance or other players must step up to fill the gap that AD left.

LeBron will always step up in the playoffs (except in the 2011 NBA finals). Kyle Kuzma is supposed to be the X factor for the Laker team, but his inconsistency is what makes him looks like a mediocre player. He should be the one to step up and fill AD's absence (If AD won't play in GM5). We can't expect LeBron to sustain enough stamina if he's doing all the work.
The Lakers doesn't need LeBron to step up his game because he lead this team, instead the Laker as a team should step up their game and stay focused.

Lebron always does his best, but he can't win alone.
I guess they will not force AD to play in game 5 as their current lineup without AD is still capable of winning against the Suns series.
They will make an adjustment for sure.

On the other hand, I can't wait to see the Nets and Bucks match up in the 2nd round 

Hopefully a better series, Bucks showing some big improvement this playoff, they have a chance to beat the Nets.

[Beparanf]

The series is tied and the Lakers have 2 options if AD will not play on Game 5. If they want to win its either LBJ step up on his performance or other players must step up to fill the gap that AD left.

LeBron will always step up in the playoffs (except in the 2011 NBA finals). Kyle Kuzma is supposed to be the X factor for the Laker team, but his inconsistency is what makes him looks like a mediocre player. He should be the one to step up and fill AD's absence (If AD won't play in GM5). We can't expect LeBron to sustain enough stamina if he's doing all the work.
The Lakers doesn't need LeBron to step up his game because he lead this team, instead the Laker as a team should step up their game and stay focused.

On the other hand, I can't wait to see the Nets and Bucks match up in the 2nd round 

This current situation just show that LeBron can't carry his team alone just like what happened when he is on Miami Heat and Cleveland when his team mate is injured and both lose the finals. On Kuzma, He is not that consistent player even before, He is just entering on clutch everytime he has confidence due to his strong teammates.

It's so boring to watch the first round of Eastern Conference since its so 1 sided. Western Conference is well balance. 

[carlisle1]

Kyle Kuzma needs to show everything now, look how Clarkson and Simon now, they've got impacts when they'll play, he(Kuzma)

have that skills and he can bring something for the Lakers but he need to start doing it on its own and not just relied from how LeBron wants him,

it something that he need to start working now, AD's absence will hit the Lakers here as Suns really working hard to win this series, they need to
adjust and find the right blend if they want to move to the next round.

LeBron and the rest of the Lakers needs to work together, everyone should involve themselves while playing inside the court.

Kyle Kuzma will replace Anthony Davis as part of the starting lineup.

Again and again, he should do some level-up on his plays. He's been in the league for several seasons so he needs to change the current issue about being inconsistent with him since then.

They aren't on the season anymore so he should take note of that. AD is a big loss so everyone should step up. LBJ is not on the same level as before.

[Viscore]

I think I will put my bet on the Bucks to win against the Nets.

Yes, the Nets have a big 3 but the Bucks are playing extraordinarily this season, they have an advantage on the inside, they could be physical with their defense and the Nets might have some problem with that. I like their chances actually, I know I'm in the minority but I'm loving the odds now.

[LogitechMouse]

On Nets-Celtics series, the Nets are 1 win away from going into the second round as they defeated the Celtics 141-126. The Big 3 has 104 of the whole team's 141 points. That is what you called a Big 3. Tatum got 40 but there are no other players near him. Also 18 assists from Harden :X.

That's really an impressive work from those 3 with just 3 people they already have 104 points combined the Brooklyn Nets really do have a good offensive players with Durant, Harden and Irving I really think they can beat anyone. I think this could be the best offensive trio in the NBA right now.  In regards with Tatum that's really an impressive offense a 40 point alone with versus this big three is not that easy to achieve.

Tatum was the only one who is consistent in the team, in game 3 when they won, Tatum scored 50 points. Kemba Walker actually did not play in game 4, so they really are undermanned, if Kemba was there at least he can provide some good offense for the team.

Kemba is still inconsistent when it comes to playoffs like what he is in his last playoff appearance and here he is again, playing like Kuzma in playoffs. Inconsistent.
If there is a 2nd option when it comes to offense, it will be Brown but unfortunately he isn't playing so they really are undermanned right now. I don't think that they will win in Game 5 especially if they don't have anything to stop the Big 3 of Nets.

I think I will put my bet on the Bucks to win against the Nets.

Yes, the Nets have a big 3 but the Bucks are playing extraordinarily this season, they have an advantage on the inside, they could be physical with their defense and the Nets might have some problem with that. I like their chances actually, I know I'm in the minority but I'm loving the odds now.

TBH, its very hard to predict with this match up but I think that this will end up in a 7 game series.
The Nets are the top right now when it comes to starter points and one of the best in offense during the regular season while the Bucks are one of the if not the best team when it comes to defense. Lets see who will prevail with this match up. If I will predict with this I would go with Nets in 7.

[Fredomago]

I think I will put my bet on the Bucks to win against the Nets.

Yes, the Nets have a big 3 but the Bucks are playing extraordinarily this season, they have an advantage on the inside, they could be physical with their defense and the Nets might have some problem with that. I like their chances actually, I know I'm in the minority but I'm loving the odds now.

The battle between the coaches will surely impacts to this rivalries in case that Nets finished the Celtics and start new series with the Bucks.
I agree that Bucks already a changed team after acquiring Holiday, and with Giannis and Middleton's leaderships the anchor of this team got better this season.

Though, Nets still the favorite here as they've got much deeper squad, with the power trio which now we've seen what they are capable with, The firepower of KD, Kyrie and Harden plus all the role players to comes up playing what they've got, it's a good series to watch out for sure.

[rhomelmabini]

I think I will put my bet on the Bucks to win against the Nets.

Yes, the Nets have a big 3 but the Bucks are playing extraordinarily this season, they have an advantage on the inside, they could be physical with their defense and the Nets might have some problem with that. I like their chances actually, I know I'm in the minority but I'm loving the odds now.

Not sure yet until they get that first round with the Celtics, they need 1 more win though. I'm partial with this, we may say they got the paint but remember Nets team has almost the playoff expertise a team could have and that's a feature by this team that shouldn't be ignore.

It looks like the East side wasn't that tight though and the excitement was really onto the West side with those tight games and standings.

[wheelz1200]

I think I will put my bet on the Bucks to win against the Nets.

Yes, the Nets have a big 3 but the Bucks are playing extraordinarily this season, they have an advantage on the inside, they could be physical with their defense and the Nets might have some problem with that. I like their chances actually, I know I'm in the minority but I'm loving the odds now.

Not sure yet until they get that first round with the Celtics, they need 1 more win though. I'm partial with this, we may say they got the paint but remember Nets team has almost the playoff expertise a team could have and that's a feature by this team that shouldn't be ignore.

It looks like the East side wasn't that tight though and the excitement was really onto the West side with those tight games and standings.

Yeah the east is really the top 3 teams the rest of the teams don't have a shot.  Really thought the Knicks would throw up a better fight than this.  Definitely thought it was a 50/50 series but they looks as bad as they have all season long.  They really need Mitchel Robinson back in the worst way.

[Yaunfitda]

Though, Nets still the favorite here as they've got much deeper squad, with the power trio which now we've seen what they are capable with, The firepower of KD, Kyrie and Harden plus all the role players to comes up playing what they've got, it's a good series to watch out for sure.

I disagree though, Nets doesn't have a deeper squad, they only got the big 3 and after that there's no one to score, they only have Joe Harris (3 point specialist) and then and old Blake.

And as we can see on the Bucks last win, Giannis doesn't need to score heavily and can be a play maker, game 1 was Middleton's hitting the winner, and then Jrue Holiday and Lopez to help them out. Forbes and Portis also come out big in their series against the Heat. While Nets heavily rely on their big 3. When Boston stole a game against them, Irving was the missing piece scoring less than 20 points. So if one of the big 3 has an off-night, most likely they are not going to win.