2024 NBA Season

[gagux123]

I haven't been following the NBA a few days ago, but I just saw the Lakers lost another game.

In this time, they lost with almost 30 points against Suns.
I know LeBron James is the best player in LA, but do you think the Lakers are playing poorly because LJ's lack?

By the way, I really enjoyed Carmelo Anthony's performance, he played for a short time and still scored 17 points against the Suns.
I hope he stays playing like that 

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[OgNasty]

Yes, maybe we will see Russ and Lebron together in the game or Russ coming off the bench to lead the second team.

There is no chance we'll be seeing Russ come off the bench to lead the second team.  The guy is one of the best basketball  players in the world.  The Lakers are lucky to have him on their starting unit.  He's been struggling pretty bad shooting from the field in the preseason, but I'm sure it's because he's working on things and getting ready to make a push for a championship.  I have complete faith the Lakers are going to start kicking some serious ass once they get a feel for each other.  Usually I'd say it takes at least a season playing together before a chip is possible, but I think these old guys will find their stride by the all star break.

[Yaunfitda]

Is Westbrook really that bad for the chemistry of the Lakers? Is he rusty or is this all a trap for defenders to loosen their guard when the regular season starts.
Could it all be an act? What do you think?

Most likely he is rusty and just going with the flow of the game.

According to the commentators in game Lebron even stretched out the possibility to increase their chemistry by organizing a special training camp in Las Vegas before the real training camp begin. It is said he did it before (2019) and they won the championship, that's why he is trying to repeat it. Sounds like a ritual to me.
But with what we witness today, it seems like it didn't work, yet.

We will really see what the Lakers are made off in the regular season. And most likely they are not pushing their body or not giving 100% in the game. But we all know how Westbrook and Lebron has that killer instinct in every game. So let's wait for regular season and then we can judge whether chemistry is a problem or not.

[mirakal]

We will really see what the Lakers are made off in the regular season. And most likely they are not pushing their body or not giving 100% in the game. But we all know how Westbrook and Lebron has that killer instinct in every game. So let's wait for regular season and then we can judge whether chemistry is a problem or not.

The regular season is different compared to preseason, in the regular season, the Lakers will give everything they have to dominate as they are expected to win in the West, and in the East, it's the Brooklyn Nets. We were expecting to see these two teams play in the NBA Finals but if the Lakers' chemistry will be a mess, I think it will not be realized.

[ultrloa]

We will really see what the Lakers are made off in the regular season. And most likely they are not pushing their body or not giving 100% in the game. But we all know how Westbrook and Lebron has that killer instinct in every game. So let's wait for regular season and then we can judge whether chemistry is a problem or not.

The regular season is different compared to preseason, in the regular season, the Lakers will give everything they have to dominate as they are expected to win in the West, and in the East, it's the Brooklyn Nets. We were expecting to see these two teams play in the NBA Finals but if the Lakers' chemistry will be a mess, I think it will not be realized.

Yes its different and those current lapses what they encounter on pre-season would surely address by the team management, but actually its really hard for their new players to adopt their role and look what happen to Russ right now he struggles for his current adjustment made. Let see how lakers goes with the regular season and if they can make this talented line up work together since if they do that then a near glimpse for the trophy is coming in their way.

[danherbias07]

We will really see what the Lakers are made off in the regular season. And most likely they are not pushing their body or not giving 100% in the game. But we all know how Westbrook and Lebron has that killer instinct in every game. So let's wait for regular season and then we can judge whether chemistry is a problem or not.

The regular season is different compared to preseason, in the regular season, the Lakers will give everything they have to dominate as they are expected to win in the West, and in the East, it's the Brooklyn Nets. We were expecting to see these two teams play in the NBA Finals but if the Lakers' chemistry will be a mess, I think it will not be realized.

But the Nets will have a big problem.
https://edition.cnn.com/2021/10/11/sport/kyrie-irving-brooklyn-nets-home-matches-spt-intl/index.html

"I think we recognize he's not playing home games," Nash told reporters on Sunday.

"We're going to have to for sure play without him this year. So it just depends on when, where and how much."

They might have a strong bench but Kyrie is still a big addition to both ends of the floor if he could play the whole season. Doesn't he even care about his team? About how bad these guys want a championship? Griffin, Aldridge, and Harden. Three veterans who are in pursuit to claim the throne as early as they could possible get it before they retire from being a basketball player. I bet even Steve Nash want it so bad that he had said everything to make him take the vaccine.

[Bttzed03]

^ Gotta give credit to Steve Nash for planning ahead and preparing the whole team playing without Irving in the regular season and even in the playoffs. Honestly, it's the right thing to do because they couldn't control Kyrie's decision. We should accept that as well as fans and bettors.

[Oasisman]

This time, the Lakers can't afford to see Davis get injured again, they know the effect of that.

Every team that Davis played suffers when he gets injured, it's a gamble for the Lakers to sign Davis but there's nothing to prove anymore about his worth because he has already delivered a championship for the Lakers that Lebron can't do it himself. It's Davis' 3rd season with the Lakers, and they are once again aiming to win back the championship and to make the chance higher, they added more veteran players and the biggest addition is Russell Westbrook.

AD only played for 2 teams. Pelicans was always struggling even with AD healthy.
In this era, no superstar alone can carry his teammates to win a ring. Now, If you're saying LeBron can't do it himself, well I guess AD too.
LeBron tried it in 2007 when he single handedly carry the Cavs to the finals "WITHOUT" other superstar. Though they fall and got swept by the Spurs (of course with 3 superstars), but I guess LeBron is far more valuable than AD in this case.

[qwertyup23]

Yes, maybe we will see Russ and Lebron together in the game or Russ coming off the bench to lead the second team.

There is no chance we'll be seeing Russ come off the bench to lead the second team.  The guy is one of the best basketball  players in the world.  The Lakers are lucky to have him on their starting unit.  He's been struggling pretty bad shooting from the field in the preseason, but I'm sure it's because he's working on things and getting ready to make a push for a championship.  I have complete faith the Lakers are going to start kicking some serious ass once they get a feel for each other.  Usually I'd say it takes at least a season playing together before a chip is possible, but I think these old guys will find their stride by the all star break.

Like what I previously mentioned, as an individual player, Lakers are fully stacked with exceptional talent and superstars. I think their first five and bench consists of all-star players back on their prime.

Their game earlier against the Suns show on how the Lakers lack their team chemistry and ball rotation. Though Melo showed a vintage performance of his non-stop 3s and deadly midrange shots, their turnovers what killed them starting on the 3rd quarter. Chris Paul showed an exceptional performance on his 3s earlier. His just really an outstanding PG across the field.

[Viscore]

Yes, maybe we will see Russ and Lebron together in the game or Russ coming off the bench to lead the second team.

There is no chance we'll be seeing Russ come off the bench to lead the second team.  The guy is one of the best basketball  players in the world.  The Lakers are lucky to have him on their starting unit.  He's been struggling pretty bad shooting from the field in the preseason, but I'm sure it's because he's working on things and getting ready to make a push for a championship.  I have complete faith the Lakers are going to start kicking some serious ass once they get a feel for each other.  Usually I'd say it takes at least a season playing together before a chip is possible, but I think these old guys will find their stride by the all star break.

Like what I previously mentioned, as an individual player, Lakers are fully stacked with exceptional talent and superstars. I think their first five and bench consists of all-star players back on their prime.

Their game earlier against the Suns show on how the Lakers lack their team chemistry and ball rotation. Though Melo showed a vintage performance of his non-stop 3s and deadly midrange shots, their turnovers what killed them starting on the 3rd quarter. Chris Paul showed an exceptional performance on his 3s earlier. His just really an outstanding PG across the field.

There's still plenty of time to build that chemistry, we might not see the Lakers topping the ranking in the regular season as they might struggle with their chemistry but I think the entire season is enough to build chemistry. As long as they qualify in the playoffs, it doesn't matter anymore even if they rank at the bottom as they can beat any team in a best of 7 series.

[carlisle1]

Yes, maybe we will see Russ and Lebron together in the game or Russ coming off the bench to lead the second team.

There is no chance we'll be seeing Russ come off the bench to lead the second team.  The guy is one of the best basketball  players in the world.  The Lakers are lucky to have him on their starting unit.  He's been struggling pretty bad shooting from the field in the preseason, but I'm sure it's because he's working on things and getting ready to make a push for a championship.  I have complete faith the Lakers are going to start kicking some serious ass once they get a feel for each other.  Usually I'd say it takes at least a season playing together before a chip is possible, but I think these old guys will find their stride by the all star break.

Like what I previously mentioned, as an individual player, Lakers are fully stacked with exceptional talent and superstars. I think their first five and bench consists of all-star players back on their prime.

Their game earlier against the Suns show on how the Lakers lack their team chemistry and ball rotation. Though Melo showed a vintage performance of his non-stop 3s and deadly midrange shots, their turnovers what killed them starting on the 3rd quarter. Chris Paul showed an exceptional performance on his 3s earlier. His just really an outstanding PG across the field.

CP3 counter Melos magic hehehe! what an amazing individuality from these 2 close friends.

Going back to your opinion, it's indeed true that the game earlier shows that Lakers still unable to find the right chemistry inside the court.

Turnovers and those miscommunications are more likely killing them, but it's good that they are seeing it during this preseason and they still have
time to work on it and adjust.

So far, Suns shows chemistries, whoever inside act their individual roles and that's how the system works, they are good and still contender
in this upcoming season.

[Japinat]

Yes, maybe we will see Russ and Lebron together in the game or Russ coming off the bench to lead the second team.

There is no chance we'll be seeing Russ come off the bench to lead the second team.  The guy is one of the best basketball  players in the world.  The Lakers are lucky to have him on their starting unit.  He's been struggling pretty bad shooting from the field in the preseason, but I'm sure it's because he's working on things and getting ready to make a push for a championship.  I have complete faith the Lakers are going to start kicking some serious ass once they get a feel for each other.  Usually I'd say it takes at least a season playing together before a chip is possible, but I think these old guys will find their stride by the all star break.

Like what I previously mentioned, as an individual player, Lakers are fully stacked with exceptional talent and superstars. I think their first five and bench consists of all-star players back on their prime.

Their game earlier against the Suns show on how the Lakers lack their team chemistry and ball rotation. Though Melo showed a vintage performance of his non-stop 3s and deadly midrange shots, their turnovers what killed them starting on the 3rd quarter. Chris Paul showed an exceptional performance on his 3s earlier. His just really an outstanding PG across the field.

CP3 counter Melos magic hehehe! what an amazing individuality from these 2 close friends.

Going back to your opinion, it's indeed true that the game earlier shows that Lakers still unable to find the right chemistry inside the court.

Turnovers and those miscommunications are more likely killing them, but it's good that they are seeing it during this preseason and they still have
time to work on it and adjust.

So far, Suns shows chemistries, whoever inside act their individual roles and that's how the system works, they are good and still contender
in this upcoming season.

CP3 after the loss in the championship last season was ask during an interview in the past if what will he do after, he said he will go back to work and start training again, so his character is really a hard working guy, he wants to improve himself so he can carry his team again to compete in the NBA Finals.

Last season was a big success for them but a disappointment in the NBA Finals, so I believe what we see in their games this preseason is a statement on how serious they are this new season.

[wheelz1200]

Lol those game check fines for Simmons looking like they will be too much to pass up.  Knew it was only a matter of time before he comes back.  Should make for an interesting locker room  guess who isn't invited for after win beers 

https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32380934/philadelphia-76ers-making-progress-talks-ben-simmons-return-sources-say

[stadus]

Last season was a big success for them but a disappointment in the NBA Finals, so I believe what we see in their games this preseason is a statement on how serious they are this new season.

Indeed, they will try to go back to the NBA Finals again as they fell short last season.

Judging on the NBA Futures, I think they have a chance to compete as they are next to Bucks on the favorites to win with +1500 betting odds.
https://www.vegasinsider.com/nba/odds/futures/

Ranking according to betting odds.

1 - Brooklyn Nets
2 - Los Angeles Lakers
3- Golden State Warriors
4 - Milwaukee Bucks
5 - Phoenix Suns

[wheelz1200]

Yes, maybe we will see Russ and Lebron together in the game or Russ coming off the bench to lead the second team.

There is no chance we'll be seeing Russ come off the bench to lead the second team.  The guy is one of the best basketball  players in the world.  The Lakers are lucky to have him on their starting unit.  He's been struggling pretty bad shooting from the field in the preseason, but I'm sure it's because he's working on things and getting ready to make a push for a championship.  I have complete faith the Lakers are going to start kicking some serious ass once they get a feel for each other.  Usually I'd say it takes at least a season playing together before a chip is possible, but I think these old guys will find their stride by the all star break.

Like what I previously mentioned, as an individual player, Lakers are fully stacked with exceptional talent and superstars. I think their first five and bench consists of all-star players back on their prime.

Their game earlier against the Suns show on how the Lakers lack their team chemistry and ball rotation. Though Melo showed a vintage performance of his non-stop 3s and deadly midrange shots, their turnovers what killed them starting on the 3rd quarter. Chris Paul showed an exceptional performance on his 3s earlier. His just really an outstanding PG across the field.

CP3 counter Melos magic hehehe! what an amazing individuality from these 2 close friends.

Going back to your opinion, it's indeed true that the game earlier shows that Lakers still unable to find the right chemistry inside the court.

Turnovers and those miscommunications are more likely killing them, but it's good that they are seeing it during this preseason and they still have
time to work on it and adjust.

So far, Suns shows chemistries, whoever inside act their individual roles and that's how the system works, they are good and still contender
in this upcoming season.

CP3 after the loss in the championship last season was ask during an interview in the past if what will he do after, he said he will go back to work and start training again, so his character is really a hard working guy, he wants to improve himself so he can carry his team again to compete in the NBA Finals.

Last season was a big success for them but a disappointment in the NBA Finals, so I believe what we see in their games this preseason is a statement on how serious they are this new season.

It's preseason, you can't get anything from anything that happens in the preseason.  How many times in every sport does a team not win much that wins a ton in the reg season and vice versa.  Some teams play more benches and save minutes for their stars and some play their stars.  It's not indicative of how "serious" they are.  Trust me they are probably real serious about wanting to win, just as are every other team in the league.

[Minecache]

CP3 counter Melos magic hehehe! what an amazing individuality from these 2 close friends.
Going back to your opinion, it's indeed true that the game earlier shows that Lakers still unable to find the right chemistry inside the court.
Turnovers and those miscommunications are more likely killing them, but it's good that they are seeing it during this preseason and they still have
time to work on it and adjust.
So far, Suns shows chemistries, whoever inside act their individual roles and that's how the system works, they are good and still contender
in this upcoming season.

CP3 after the loss in the championship last season was ask during an interview in the past if what will he do after, he said he will go back to work and start training again, so his character is really a hard working guy, he wants to improve himself so he can carry his team again to compete in the NBA Finals.
Last season was a big success for them but a disappointment in the NBA Finals, so I believe what we see in their games this preseason is a statement on how serious they are this new season.

The match was a perfect example showing that only having world-class players can only do so much for a team. Team chemistry is also equally very important. Lakers were lackluster in every sector, in attack and defense as well. Anthony Davis and Carmelo Anthony in this age still played like beasts. DeAndre Jordan and WB disappointed me the most. WB played almost half of the whole match but he was unable to perform. On the other hand, the Suns played very well coordinated. Even if you look at the stats, you will see that they played a "team game.' 6 of their players scored more than 10 points each and the Suns scored 52% of their field goals compared to the Lakers' only 37%. Maybe give them some time to build the chemistry between then and then the Lakers can be a fierce side for anyone.

[OgNasty]

Lol those game check fines for Simmons looking like they will be too much to pass up.  Knew it was only a matter of time before he comes back.  Should make for an interesting locker room  guess who isn't invited for after win beers 

https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32380934/philadelphia-76ers-making-progress-talks-ben-simmons-return-sources-say

Poor Ben. He’s had a rough few months. Besides his shooting woes and attacks from his own fans, now the guy looks like he’s going to be the first star to fail at trying to force a trade. That locker room is going to be one extremely awkward place to be when Ben Simmons walks in and plays the silent game with everyone.

[dezoel]

Until the regular season starts and we have like half the season going, we are not going to know how great Lakers will be. Westbrook was good at Wizards last year as well when he actually got it going but it took a while before he was that good, he wasn't good right off the bat and it takes time to learn to play with him. This is why I believe Lakers in their first 30 or so games will be a good team but not at 100% just yet.

I believe that after that's over, we are going to actually start to see them be awesome, that is when they will actually be providing with some real game because their chemistry will be great together after a certain amount of games. AD and Lebron is great together already but they got so many new players that they need to learn to play together, westbrook and rondo never played together, Melo didn't play with any of them as far as I remember, Ariza will probably be defense only so I doubt that would be a problem. Well all in all it will just take some time.

[gagux123]

CP3 after the loss in the championship last season was ask during an interview in the past if what will he do after, he said he will go back to work and start training again, so his character is really a hard working guy, he wants to improve himself so he can carry his team again to compete in the NBA Finals.

Last season was a big success for them but a disappointment in the NBA Finals, so I believe what we see in their games this preseason is a statement on how serious they are this new season.

For me, CP3 performed very well last season, even though he lost the finals to the Bucks, CP3 played an important role for the Suns as he led and guided the team as best he could to the finals.
I'll be cheering for the Suns and CP3 this season!

Ranking according to betting odds.

1 - Brooklyn Nets
2 - Los Angeles Lakers
3- Golden State Warriors
4 - Milwaukee Bucks
5 - Phoenix Suns

wow, i was impressed! There are several people who bet on the Warriors!!
 
But to be honest, does anyone believe GSW can be champions this season?

[mirakal]

We will really see what the Lakers are made off in the regular season. And most likely they are not pushing their body or not giving 100% in the game. But we all know how Westbrook and Lebron has that killer instinct in every game. So let's wait for regular season and then we can judge whether chemistry is a problem or not.

The regular season is different compared to preseason, in the regular season, the Lakers will give everything they have to dominate as they are expected to win in the West, and in the East, it's the Brooklyn Nets. We were expecting to see these two teams play in the NBA Finals but if the Lakers' chemistry will be a mess, I think it will not be realized.

But the Nets will have a big problem.
https://edition.cnn.com/2021/10/11/sport/kyrie-irving-brooklyn-nets-home-matches-spt-intl/index.html

"I think we recognize he's not playing home games," Nash told reporters on Sunday.

"We're going to have to for sure play without him this year. So it just depends on when, where and how much."

They might have a strong bench but Kyrie is still a big addition to both ends of the floor if he could play the whole season. Doesn't he even care about his team? About how bad these guys want a championship? Griffin, Aldridge, and Harden. Three veterans who are in pursuit to claim the throne as early as they could possible get it before they retire from being a basketball player. I bet even Steve Nash want it so bad that he had said everything to make him take the vaccine.

This is just a short-term problem, eventually, Irving will be convinced to get vaccinated as that has been the rule in the NBA and he is necessary to play in every game so the Nets' chances of winning would improve. Let's say the team will allow this kind of status, they might win games at home without him and quality in the playoffs, the question is, what would happen to the Nets in the playoffs where they will likely play more games at home if the series will extend to 7 games? So I don't think the team will tolerate his principle.