2024 NBA Season

[akirasendo17]

Durant another monster game, he almost won the game with that 3 2.

Now we are going into OT, I'm feeling that the Nets will blow this up. Bucks looks very tired so let's see if they are going to choke. Holiday and Middleton and Giannis will have to double their effort here.

If not for the miss free throws though, Bucks could have won the game already.

On the contrary, it was the Nets who choke on the OT as they only scored 2 points.

It's evident that a one man team of Durant can't do it alone. And then we have Bucks acquisition of Holiday and PJ Tucker who has help a lot in offense and defense to get them the win. Giannis with a consistent game in this series, it's just he was overshadowed by Durant. Nevertheless they got the win and that's what matters now as they will go on the ECF.

Again Middleton have a great performance and Lopez, this is what I'm saying the last time that if these two players will have a good game, they are going to beat the nets, because Middleton have great moments before in winning a game, and Lopez use his length in game 7 with those crucial blocks
but durant did his best to carry the team it's just not enough.

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[freedomgo]

Game 1 is very exciting to watch, but it's too early in my timezone, it's 3:30 AM, I am not sure I will be able to watch this, I might just watch the replay and still enjoy it. Paul George has to be consistent if he wants the Clippers to have a good chance against the Suns, they are the most successful team this season as they climb from a shitty team to a legit team.

It's all on Paul George leadership now, but they are more successful playing as a team and find the hot hands to lift them.

Good thing as even without Kawhai they managed to climb up this part, they are now on the  WCF finals. Adjustment with moving the ball and keeping the same level of their defense will give them a better chance to compete with the hot duo's of CP3 and Devin Booker.

Both teams are good in 3 point shooting, but in terms of ball movement I think the Suns had a better one, however, if Paul will not man the PG, I guess things will be different as he is the one who contributed a lot for the success of the team when he was not traded with the team, the Suns are not a playoff team, now that he came, they become not just a playoff team but a championship team.

[Yogee]

...durant did his best to carry the team it's just not enough.

Respect to the man and he could have won it for the Nets without overtime with that almost 3-point shot. People bashing him for that air ball but I don't blame him. He was already tired in OT playing all minutes of the game.

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Game 1 for Clippers and Suns is tough to predict but I bet it's going to be a fast paced game.

[JEFE92]

Hi guys, here is my bet for today:

Phoenix Suns - LA Clippers - x1,57: My bet

In my humble opinion, the Phoenix have absolutely all chances of winning the Game 1 of the series against the Clippers. There are enough reasons: Phoenix had 6 days to rest and prepare for the prospective opponent. Moreover, the fact that the Clippers could become their rivals was already becoming clear after the Game 5. Although Mann played excellently in the Game 6, I think that the same game is unlikely to be shown again. Therefore, I will not say for the entire series, where the Clippers can still show themselves, but Game 1 should be for the Phoenix today.

So you believe that they will win even without CP3 in game 1?

Yes, they are good and they have the home-court advantage, but the Clippers had been playing really well.
I hope the suns will not come out rusty in game 1, that usually happen for teams that have a long rest.

5 days is not the longest vacation, but it is very profitable to rest a little and prepare well for your opponent. I have nothing against the Clippers (an objective assessment only), in Game 6 I was stunned when I saw how many 3pts were shot by Mann, but here we must not forget that this could be a one-time success for him. Therefore, I will not guess, everything will become clear very soon.

If the first two series is the basis, I am betting it will be another 2-0 lead by the Suns. And JEFE92 is right, Suns are well rested vs the clippers who have just a day rest and needs to adjust to Suns game play. That is a large factor to consider. But I disagree that Mann is just a one-time success. The man is very active on the floor but this time he is getting feed with the ball. Without Kawhi, I think he will step up again on the next games.

I'm not saying that Mann will no longer show himself in any way. I was stunned when 3-pointers one by one flew into the Jazz rim. First of all I don't want him blown away against the Phoenix

[ingiltere]

Poll Question: Bucks - Nets?
Bucks - 3 (23.1%)
Nets - 10 (76.9%)
Total Voters: 13

Majority of voters thought Nets to advance but Bucks made it. We can go on voting by Conference Finals now.

Who is your favorite in Western Conference, Los Angeles Clippers or Phoenix Suns?

[Yogee]

I'm one of the ten people who voted for the Nets when Irving was still playing. I didn't think it would be easy wins over the Bucks but it surely made it tough for the Nets with him out injured.

I voted Clippers for the Western conference finals. There are more guys stepping up with Kahwi's absence and that's a plus. Suns will have difficulty stopping PG, Jackson, Morris, and Mann. Clippers are better in defense than Suns I think.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

I voted for the Clippers to win the WCF. It seems that they just peaked in time, although they have been consistent in the regular games, but in the playoffs, they are always down and do the catch up. But since they have overcome a 0-2 deficit against the Mavs and and the top seed Utah, they have blended in time so even with Kawhi, they can win against the Phoenix Suns in their series. It's a close first quarter though, currently tied at 21 a piece.

[CLS63]

It looks like all the people who have voted are Clippers supporters in the conference finals.    And I'm also one of them. The first game has already started and it is in Phoenix. Kawhi's absence will affect Clippers of course but I still believe that they have the potential to win the WCF.

[yazher]

It looks like all the people who have voted are Clippers supporters in the conference finals.    And I'm also one of them. The first game has already started and it is in Phoenix. Kawhi's absence will affect Clippers of course but I still believe that they have the potential to win the WCF.

Oh glad I came here, the game is so early unlike usual. this is the western final conference and game one is so crucial, I wonder why they didn't let Leonard play. are they doing some sort of experiment again or they trust the other players for this one. I hope Paul George will do his miracle again to win this one without Kawhi. Looks like the game is close and both teams don't give each other an easy game.

The score is 54-57 at the end of the first half that's how intense the game today.

[stadus]

It looks like all the people who have voted are Clippers supporters in the conference finals.    And I'm also one of them. The first game has already started and it is in Phoenix. Kawhi's absence will affect Clippers of course but I still believe that they have the potential to win the WCF.

They certainly have a chance, they'll take this as once in a lifetime opportunity as it's their first time to be in the WCF and they will surely want to extend this success to the NBA finals. The first half is already over and PG13 is still outstanding with already 17 points contributed for his team.

The score is 54-57 at the end of the first half that's how intense the game today.

We all like to see a close game. 

[btc_angela]

It looks like all the people who have voted are Clippers supporters in the conference finals.    And I'm also one of them. The first game has already started and it is in Phoenix. Kawhi's absence will affect Clippers of course but I still believe that they have the potential to win the WCF.

Oh glad I came here, the game is so early unlike usual. this is the western final conference and game one is so crucial, I wonder why they didn't let Leonard play. are they doing some sort of experiment again or they trust the other players for this one. I hope Paul George will do his miracle again to win this one without Kawhi. Looks like the game is close and both teams don't give each other an easy game.

The score is 54-57 at the end of the first half that's how intense the game today.

Yeah, it's a battle of spurts, Clippers takes a lead early and then Phoenix storms back with Ayton and Cameron Payne doing some Chris Paul like assists. Surprise to see Cousins scoring 11 points in 8 minutes of play and hitting 3's too.

Difficult to see who's going to win, unless Phoenix came out of the block in the 3rd quarter and take a big lead. At least we fans at treated at another exciting opening match.

[TheGreatPython]

Everyone said everything that can be said about the game, it was an insanely good game to watch, however I would like to point out that Durant was phenomenal this series, dude really deserves credit. I dislike him a lot because of the warriors move he did years ago, that was a very cheap move and he definitely deserved our hate, they won free rings basically thanks to him, and because of him Curry doesn't even own a single FMVP which he deserved a lot.

However even though I dislike him, I have to say dude carried the team all by himself, played full games without ever getting benched, played without his superstar buddies, basically he was the reason there was even a game seven.

[freedomgo]

Everyone said everything that can be said about the game, it was an insanely good game to watch, however I would like to point out that Durant was phenomenal this series, dude really deserves credit. I dislike him a lot because of the warriors move he did years ago, that was a very cheap move and he definitely deserved our hate, they won free rings basically thanks to him, and because of him Curry doesn't even own a single FMVP which he deserved a lot.

However even though I dislike him, I have to say dude carried the team all by himself, played full games without ever getting benched, played without his superstar buddies, basically he was the reason there was even a game seven.

We would have a different sentiment if the Nets have won the game and they'll advance in the ECF. Unfortunately, the injuries have been killing them, Harden is basically not 100% and Irving who is a great PG has not played due to an injury he sustained in that series. However, I still admire what they showed this season, they played hard and therefore they deserve all the credits.

[Yamifoud]

Are we going to see an OT here?

The score is 114-116. Suns will take the position and it's gonna be a foul game if the Clippers can't steal the ball.
Hopefully, there's an OT so it will be more fun.

Edit: no OT. sorry clippers fans.

[gagux123]

I wouldn't say that the Suns have an advantage, considering that the Clippers have already proven they can win without Leonard. Regarding Paul, there aren't new updates about his current condition. So we can only assume that he will be able to play in game 3 or 4 of WCF.

Hmmm, that's true. I think, I expressed myself badly, but anyway I believe the Clippers were weaker without Kawhi Leonard.
I think if the Suns can "annul" PG, it will be another "advantage" for the Suns, and I hope CP3 come back to Game 3 or 4.

In WCF Game 1 we saw, Booker was on fire and wants to be champion.
About Clippers, PG played as expected, DeMarcus Cousins scored 11 points and played "only" 13 minutes.
I think this WCF will be interesting!!

Today we will have game 7 of 76ers vs Hawks!
Who do you think will win?

[akirasendo17]

What a game, Paul George and Booker exchanging shots, but booker continue scoring and making plays for his teammates, Ayton dominates the paint area, this will be hard for the clippers since Leonard is injured, I think the suns have the edge to make it to the finals, but if Mann will play the like the game 7 with the jazz, this will be exciting.

[danherbias07]

First Nets and now 76ers. NBA becomes unpredictable once again. Hawks will play against Bucks. Giannis versus Trae Young.
Trae is confident with every shot he made while the 76ers cannot find their offense. There's just one thing the Hawks have to do, put pressure with Seth and Embiid. Harris was not helpful at the last minutes of the game like there's a lid at the top of the rim. 76ers should do something about their big weakness if they are keeping him, Ben Simmons.
Danny Green's lucky charm is not working anymore. 

[carlisle1]

First Nets and now 76ers. NBA becomes unpredictable once again. Hawks will play against Bucks. Giannis versus Trae Young.
Trae is confident with every shot he made while the 76ers cannot find their offense. There's just one thing the Hawks have to do, put pressure with Seth and Embiid. Harris was not helpful at the last minutes of the game like there's a lid at the top of the rim. 76ers should do something about their big weakness if they are keeping him, Ben Simmons.
Danny Green's lucky charm is not working anymore. 

Danny Green    Oh well seems Simmons is no longer listening with the fans,
he didn't adjust not sure if what happened to him his numbers in terms of scoring is not that good.

I agree if Sixers still wants him they need to work with his FT but I don't buy that, if he really have that star
quality attitude he will keeps on attacking. He's  good doing that from the regular seasons, seems weird it's the ECF semis and he's numbers declined.

Very Well, Young got all the help he needed towering the  hawks, Gallinari for me is the one who lift them in the last dying minutes. Congrats!

[akirasendo17]

First Nets and now 76ers. NBA becomes unpredictable once again. Hawks will play against Bucks. Giannis versus Trae Young.
Trae is confident with every shot he made while the 76ers cannot find their offense. There's just one thing the Hawks have to do, put pressure with Seth and Embiid. Harris was not helpful at the last minutes of the game like there's a lid at the top of the rim. 76ers should do something about their big weakness if they are keeping him, Ben Simmons.
Danny Green's lucky charm is not working anymore. 

Danny Green    Oh well seems Simmons is no longer listening with the fans,
he didn't adjust not sure if what happened to him his numbers in terms of scoring is not that good.

I agree if Sixers still wants him they need to work with his FT but I don't buy that, if he really have that star
quality attitude he will keeps on attacking. He's  good doing that from the regular seasons, seems weird it's the ECF semis and he's numbers declined.

Very Well, Young got all the help he needed towering the  hawks, Gallinari for me is the one who lift them in the last dying minutes. Congrats!

Ben seems don't want to take a shot, even when it's wide open, looks like he doesn't want to play, the first time I watch the game between these two teams, and the first I saw that's not in his usual self is ben Simmons, imagine you are wide open underneath the basket with a crucial point and what you did is pass the ball to guarded teammates, so something is not right, is it the coach or he's not in the mood.

[Jating]

First Nets and now 76ers. NBA becomes unpredictable once again. Hawks will play against Bucks. Giannis versus Trae Young.
Trae is confident with every shot he made while the 76ers cannot find their offense. There's just one thing the Hawks have to do, put pressure with Seth and Embiid. Harris was not helpful at the last minutes of the game like there's a lid at the top of the rim. 76ers should do something about their big weakness if they are keeping him, Ben Simmons.
Danny Green's lucky charm is not working anymore. 

Yeah, it's really hard to understand how the 76ers lost this series against the Hawks. 76ers wasn't able to adjust against Trae Young, or simply put they can't stop them. I would say they choke, remember the game when they have a good 26 points lead and lost, just say how poor this team are when face with pressures. Simmons lost his confidence when he started to have a bad slump on free throws, becomes a liability in close game because Hawks are going to just foul him.

It might be time to let go of Simmons and trade him. Danny Green was injured so this series should not be counted on his "lucky charm".