2024 NBA Season

[wheelz1200]

Too bad that the young lad had to suffer an injury early in his career but it's a good preparation for his career. He already started some weight training and shooting exercises as mentioned in the article so he could be scary when he returns. Chet has a decent shot outside and he could reach Toni Kukoc's level or maybe surpass it.

It's fine he's not the only one who had hurt himself before his NBA debut and made an amazing season after that. Most likely they will still gonna have some light practice to condition their body and will gonna be ready once they are fully recovered just like Zion Williamson this upcoming season. It's not just his time yet this season and maybe when he gets back he is fully aware of what role he gonna play to further strengthen their team.

I was hoping I could witness early on why he was picked by OKC rather than Jabari Smith. We might not see that in this season. Yes, this is just like the expectation with Zion, the only difference was Zion was the number 1 pick and even after resting for a year the hype doesn't end although Ja Morant had proven so much being a pro than him.

What I wish is for the kid Chet is to not let this become a mental problem. It's just an injury it will heal and he can still go back.
Lisfranc injury is said to take a year before it heals fully. That will mean we should not expect for him even if the OKC go far as post season.

This season he wasn't going to play much anyway.  Just because offensively he is polished, there is zero way he can guard an nba center or even power forward in the post.  He would be a liability on defense.  Jabari has much more of an nba body to be able to defend the post.  My guess is chet was only gonna see around 10 or so minutes a game anyway, when the other teams go small ball.

[Sanitough]

Too bad that the young lad had to suffer an injury early in his career but it's a good preparation for his career. He already started some weight training and shooting exercises as mentioned in the article so he could be scary when he returns. Chet has a decent shot outside and he could reach Toni Kukoc's level or maybe surpass it.

It's fine he's not the only one who had hurt himself before his NBA debut and made an amazing season after that. Most likely they will still gonna have some light practice to condition their body and will gonna be ready once they are fully recovered just like Zion Williamson this upcoming season. It's not just his time yet this season and maybe when he gets back he is fully aware of what role he gonna play to further strengthen their team.

I was hoping I could witness early on why he was picked by OKC rather than Jabari Smith. We might not see that in this season. Yes, this is just like the expectation with Zion, the only difference was Zion was the number 1 pick and even after resting for a year the hype doesn't end although Ja Morant had proven so much being a pro than him.

What I wish is for the kid Chet is to not let this become a mental problem. It's just an injury it will heal and he can still go back.
Lisfranc injury is said to take a year before it heals fully. That will mean we should not expect for him even if the OKC go far as post season.

This season he wasn't going to play much anyway.  Just because offensively he is polished, there is zero way he can guard an nba center or even power forward in the post.  He would be a liability on defense.  Jabari has much more of an nba body to be able to defend the post.  My guess is chet was only gonna see around 10 or so minutes a game anyway, when the other teams go small ball.

In that case, he should continue in getting more weight (right after the healing period), so he will be able to compete with the strong Centers in the NBA. Giannis did not enter the NBA with the kind of body he has now, he was also thin, so there's a chance that Chet could improve in the areas where we think he is weak.

[danherbias07]

This season he wasn't going to play much anyway.  Just because offensively he is polished, there is zero way he can guard an nba center or even power forward in the post.  He would be a liability on defense.  Jabari has much more of an nba body to be able to defend the post.  My guess is chet was only gonna see around 10 or so minutes a game anyway, when the other teams go small ball.

That was a big issue before he entered the NBA. He might want to work that out while resting, more carbo. 
I agree that Jabari is more fit to be a rising star than him. Speed, strength, they need that now more than anything. Sure, a shooter had become a phenomenon because of Steph and others but in the defensive end, they won't matter much. (Steph though made a lot of progress in his defense)
Maybe he could borrow some fats from Zion. 
One is trying to trim (added weight loss clause contract) and the other is being criticized for being too thin.

[Vaculin]

About Beverley's relationship with the other Laker stars, I think they are professional enough to get pass through their past trash talks. Trash talk is part of the game and they understand that. Now that they are playing together, they can put aside their previous grievance in order to achieve their goal this season.

They should start working themselves together though because their chance to play in the Finals this season or at least in the playoffs will decrease gradually, I bet they don't want that especially now almost all of them in the roster is quite old enough to even consider retirement.

Right thing to do is to set aside their personal beefs and build chemistry instead. Also, I'm quite curious to know this coming season why Darvin Ham chose to keep WB and of course how would the Brooklyn Nets perform after all the drama.

[Kasabus]

I don't think that Simmons can be a "shooting" guard, we all know that his one of his weak points, he can't shoot outside. He is more of a drive by player and assists man, so really a point guard. So now sure how they can space things up with Kyrie and Ben at the same time. Or it could be Irving and Simmons alternating as PG for the Nets, and then KD doing his thing and then Seth as their shooting guard. But we will have to see what kind of adjustment Nash will do with his 3 superstars that might overlap the position.

I would like to see them playing small, with Joe, Kyrie, Seth, Ben and KD with good ball movement. This lineup inside may work for

the Nets. Even in this small squad all are also good in defense, though Seth might be the weak side if in case he needs to guard a much bigger

and quicker star, but all four do know how to play tight defense if needed. It's more on how Nash will design their plays and what kind of system

that will fill the weak side, just like how the Warriors, when they are playing small, offense become their defense and it can be duplicated or can

be enhanced if all these players inside will be determined to win a game together.

I’m not expecting that Simmons can provide that kind expectation play that you are just assuming after he comes back but having him as PG assuming he will be performing in his prime will gonna give Nets an edge for the upcoming season if KD and Kyrie didn’t trade successfully but since these players heart is not with the Nets anymore then I doubt they can provide an explosive performance on the upcoming regular season for Nets because we alp know that there Playoffs choke gives them a major turn off.

They really need to have a better 6th man to give relieve to the team once starters is resting because this is there main problem aside from Seth Curry being not effective on crucial times of the game.

That is why Durant suggested recently to the management that they need to acquire Carmelo Anthony because they should have enough reserve in the bench who is already proven and actually produce good numbers if it will be given some time while the main line-up is taking some time to rest for a bit.

Anyway, there's this rumor that I find it funny because it was reportedly said in the article that the Brooklyn Nets could put Ben Simmons in the center in this upcoming season and I said to myself "are they serious? because that could be a reason that Simmons would throw his tantrums again"
https://fadeawayworld.net/nba-media/ben-simmons-could-play-as-center-for-the-nets-this-upcoming-season

[OgNasty]

Here's an article that talks a little bit about why picking up Patrick Beverly makes it very likely that Russell Westbrook will be out the door sooner than later.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/the-lakers-acquiring-patrick-beverley-makes-it-more-likely-that-russell-westbrook-will-be-traded-or-sent-home-says-team-insider/ar-AA1175Za?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=cbb820dfa584252781ee54cfb0f5ef9d

I was surprised to see in the article that they're predicting Westbrook will be moved by the start of training camp.  That's right around the corner.  If that's true, we could see an announcement as early as the end of next week that Russell Westbrook has been traded for Buddy Hield.

[dwyane36]

Anyway, there's this rumor that I find it funny because it was reportedly said in the article that the Brooklyn Nets could put Ben Simmons in the center in this upcoming season and I said to myself "are they serious? because that could be a reason that Simmons would throw his tantrums again"
https://fadeawayworld.net/nba-media/ben-simmons-could-play-as-center-for-the-nets-this-upcoming-season

I'm pretty sure the Nets are going to try out different starting lineups. So maybe Simmons will play a few games as a center, but it's unlikely he'll play that role throughout the season. At least I can't imagine how Simmons will compete with centers like Jokić, KAT, Gobert, Embiid, and others. By the way, it's funny that the Nets are already planning how they'll use Simmons, but they don't take into account that he might find some excuse to miss another season again.

[sana54210]

I’m not expecting that Simmons can provide that kind expectation play that you are just assuming after he comes back but having him as PG assuming he will be performing in his prime will gonna give Nets an edge for the upcoming season if KD and Kyrie didn’t trade successfully but since these players heart is not with the Nets anymore then I doubt they can provide an explosive performance on the upcoming regular season for Nets because we alp know that there Playoffs choke gives them a major turn off.

They really need to have a better 6th man to give relieve to the team once starters is resting because this is there main problem aside from Seth Curry being not effective on crucial times of the game.

That is why Durant suggested recently to the management that they need to acquire Carmelo Anthony because they should have enough reserve in the bench who is already proven and actually produce good numbers if it will be given some time while the main line-up is taking some time to rest for a bit.

Anyway, there's this rumor that I find it funny because it was reportedly said in the article that the Brooklyn Nets could put Ben Simmons in the center in this upcoming season and I said to myself "are they serious? because that could be a reason that Simmons would throw his tantrums again"
https://fadeawayworld.net/nba-media/ben-simmons-could-play-as-center-for-the-nets-this-upcoming-season

Carmelo Anthony? Good numbers and stats? I mean don't get me wrong he is not a "bad" player but he doesn't look like the type of player that would make any changes for a club and I am assuming that the best thing for the club would be getting someone who would be helping them right away. Injuries aside, Irving, Seth Curry, Joe Harris, Simmons, Durant.

These are the players that could provide something to the club as far as I can see, if they want to be good then they should be getting something much better and something that would be like a great big, or a passer big or whatever. This is not what Carmelo is, Whiteside is open and free I believe, someone like him (not just him, anyone like that) would be much better for them.

[passwordnow]

In that case, he should continue in getting more weight (right after the healing period), so he will be able to compete with the strong Centers in the NBA. Giannis did not enter the NBA with the kind of body he has now, he was also thin, so there's a chance that Chet could improve in the areas where we think he is weak.

Poor kid, just an observer for the entire season. Yeah, Giannis isn't that thick when he's already in his prime. It's a process for him and part of his growth.
Chet had already at that moment too early and didn't even see the glimpse of playing during the official season. He can do everything he can for now or whatever will the OKC is going to instruct him. He might even be traded if the OKC would love to do so for the next season.

[ChiBitCTy]

Here's an article that talks a little bit about why picking up Patrick Beverly makes it very likely that Russell Westbrook will be out the door sooner than later.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/the-lakers-acquiring-patrick-beverley-makes-it-more-likely-that-russell-westbrook-will-be-traded-or-sent-home-says-team-insider/ar-AA1175Za?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=cbb820dfa584252781ee54cfb0f5ef9d

I was surprised to see in the article that they're predicting Westbrook will be moved by the start of training camp.  That's right around the corner.  If that's true, we could see an announcement as early as the end of next week that Russell Westbrook has been traded for Buddy Hield.

I wonder how many times a day Lebron wishes he would have chosen DeMar DeRozan instead of Russell Westbrook lol.  I wonder how much they’ll actually be able to get back for Westbrook. Perhaps it’s one of those situations where it’s not so much what they get back but just getting him and his salary off the roster.

[chaser15]

Carmelo Anthony? Good numbers and stats? I mean don't get me wrong he is not a "bad" player but he doesn't look like the type of player that would make any changes for a club and I am assuming that the best thing for the club would be getting someone who would be helping them right away. Injuries aside, Irving, Seth Curry, Joe Harris, Simmons, Durant.

Getting Carmelo Anthony is not for the purpose of changing the whole club. How come it leads to that purpose?

It's just to boost primarily the bench squad on which the Nets are really lacking. Can you name some worthy players on their bench? Melo can do some good production as a bench player and he still has the capability of doing it.

The best part is, the team can sign Melo in a veteran contract that can save them bucks for their future plans.

[wheelz1200]

Anyway, there's this rumor that I find it funny because it was reportedly said in the article that the Brooklyn Nets could put Ben Simmons in the center in this upcoming season and I said to myself "are they serious? because that could be a reason that Simmons would throw his tantrums again"
https://fadeawayworld.net/nba-media/ben-simmons-could-play-as-center-for-the-nets-this-upcoming-season

I'm pretty sure the Nets are going to try out different starting lineups. So maybe Simmons will play a few games as a center, but it's unlikely he'll play that role throughout the season. At least I can't imagine how Simmons will compete with centers like Jokić, KAT, Gobert, Embiid, and others. By the way, it's funny that the Nets are already planning how they'll use Simmons, but they don't take into account that he might find some excuse to miss another season again.

There won't be one game where Simmons will play center.  Zero, he will play point when he is on the court or at worst the 3, he is tall enough for it.  Otherwise it creates too much of a mismatch when on defense.  He can handle, that is his strength, why take that away, he would be useless as a 5 on the court.

[Yogee]

Anyway, there's this rumor that I find it funny because it was reportedly said in the article that the Brooklyn Nets could put Ben Simmons in the center in this upcoming season and I said to myself "are they serious? because that could be a reason that Simmons would throw his tantrums again"
https://fadeawayworld.net/nba-media/ben-simmons-could-play-as-center-for-the-nets-this-upcoming-season

I'm pretty sure the Nets are going to try out different starting lineups. So maybe Simmons will play a few games as a center, but it's unlikely he'll play that role throughout the season. At least I can't imagine how Simmons will compete with centers like Jokić, KAT, Gobert, Embiid, and others. By the way, it's funny that the Nets are already planning how they'll use Simmons, but they don't take into account that he might find some excuse to miss another season again.

There won't be one game where Simmons will play center.  Zero, he will play point when he is on the court or at worst the 3, he is tall enough for it.  Otherwise it creates too much of a mismatch when on defense.  He can handle, that is his strength, why take that away, he would be useless as a 5 on the court.

It's not going to happen on a normal set up but it may happen if things gets worst like both their centers ends up injured and all other possible back ups are unavailable. The makeshift team will be Irving or Mills handling the ball while KD remains as a forward. The situation looks really unlikely and even funny to think of that possibility but who knows?

[agustina2]

By the way, it's funny that the Nets are already planning how they'll use Simmons, but they don't take into account that he might find some excuse to miss another season again.

Does it really a priority to think of what will be Simmon's behavior next season? Of course, the Nets will only think of how to utilize Simmons.

Think mate, what on earth are they doing if they will focus on Simmons might miss some games next season.

Simmons does have the same role on some of the Nets starters. It needs a plan early for some adjustments.

[harizen]

What I wish is for the kid Chet is to not let this become a mental problem. It's just an injury it will heal and he can still go back.
Lisfranc injury is said to take a year before it heals fully. That will mean we should not expect for him even if the OKC go far as post season.

Yes, he really should. Let the whole year be his comfort year to be fully prepared and healthy for next season.

Remember Joel Embiid, he was sidelined for 2 seasons after he was drafted by the Philadelphia Sixers. That's even worst since he might think he's already a burden to the team. That might affect his mentality too during that time to play hard once he gets back.

But now, looked at Embiid, showing monster performance every season. Chet should just take things easy and focus on his recovery.

[LogitechMouse]

Here's an article that talks a little bit about why picking up Patrick Beverly makes it very likely that Russell Westbrook will be out the door sooner than later.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/the-lakers-acquiring-patrick-beverley-makes-it-more-likely-that-russell-westbrook-will-be-traded-or-sent-home-says-team-insider/ar-AA1175Za?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=cbb820dfa584252781ee54cfb0f5ef9d

I was surprised to see in the article that they're predicting Westbrook will be moved by the start of training camp.  That's right around the corner.  If that's true, we could see an announcement as early as the end of next week that Russell Westbrook has been traded for Buddy Hield.

If that's the case then I think it will be a win-win situation for the Lakers.

They acquired a good defender and a decent 3-point shooter in Beverley and now they are trading Westbrook which obviously doesn't fit for the team to another shooter again in Hield. Well, I will wait till next week with the announcement regarding Lakers and Westbrook. For sure this will be another drama again but TBH, many including me will not be surprised if this trade will push through since many already are saying to Westbrook that he must be traded because of how awful he played last season.

[carlisle1]

What I wish is for the kid Chet is to not let this become a mental problem. It's just an injury it will heal and he can still go back.
Lisfranc injury is said to take a year before it heals fully. That will mean we should not expect for him even if the OKC go far as post season.

Yes, he really should. Let the whole year be his comfort year to be fully prepared and healthy for next season.

Remember Joel Embiid, he was sidelined for 2 seasons after he was drafted by the Philadelphia Sixers. That's even worst since he might think he's already a burden to the team. That might affect his mentality too during that time to play hard once he gets back.

But now, looked at Embiid, showing monster performance every season. Chet should just take things easy and focus on his recovery.

Good example and for me, Chet has a big future with his skills and that outside shooting more on developing while he's resting

for this upcoming season, He doesn't need to be de-motivated. A lot of stars like PG, Kawhi and KD suffer from major injuries but they managed

to work it out and be great when they comeback and play. Self-determination and good discipline while in the process of recovering.

[Hypnosis00]

What I wish is for the kid Chet is to not let this become a mental problem. It's just an injury it will heal and he can still go back.
Lisfranc injury is said to take a year before it heals fully. That will mean we should not expect for him even if the OKC go far as post season.

Yes, he really should. Let the whole year be his comfort year to be fully prepared and healthy for next season.

Remember Joel Embiid, he was sidelined for 2 seasons after he was drafted by the Philadelphia Sixers. That's even worst since he might think he's already a burden to the team. That might affect his mentality too during that time to play hard once he gets back.

But now, looked at Embiid, showing monster performance every season. Chet should just take things easy and focus on his recovery.

Good example and for me, Chet has a big future with his skills and that outside shooting more on developing while he's resting

for this upcoming season, He doesn't need to be de-motivated. A lot of stars like PG, Kawhi and KD suffer from major injuries but they managed

to work it out and be great when they comeback and play. Self-determination and good discipline while in the process of recovering.

Exactly, he can certainly recover, I'm seeing him like a future Kevin Durant of the NBA, he got the height and the skills in ball handling, so even though he will be out for a whole season, OKC would still be optimistic that he'll be a big help once he comes back.

[danherbias07]

Here's an article that talks a little bit about why picking up Patrick Beverly makes it very likely that Russell Westbrook will be out the door sooner than later.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/the-lakers-acquiring-patrick-beverley-makes-it-more-likely-that-russell-westbrook-will-be-traded-or-sent-home-says-team-insider/ar-AA1175Za?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=cbb820dfa584252781ee54cfb0f5ef9d

I was surprised to see in the article that they're predicting Westbrook will be moved by the start of training camp.  That's right around the corner.  If that's true, we could see an announcement as early as the end of next week that Russell Westbrook has been traded for Buddy Hield.

This is flooding my social media account, I don't know why, I don't even follow PatBev. 
Why drag THT in the process? That's a young player on his way to being an average roleplayer. A backup. I think the Lakers lost at this trade but it doesn't mean I am underrating PatBev, that veteran got a lot of heart for the game, is very competitive and the goal is always to win.

About the Westbrook issue, I believe yes they might trade him but it will still depend on how much the Pacers are offering, if the Lakers won't find it fair then we might not see a close.
Rumors have it that it's Buddy Hield and Myles Turner on the line. I doubt about the Pacers letting go of the big star Turner.

[Sanitough]

Here's an article that talks a little bit about why picking up Patrick Beverly makes it very likely that Russell Westbrook will be out the door sooner than later.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/the-lakers-acquiring-patrick-beverley-makes-it-more-likely-that-russell-westbrook-will-be-traded-or-sent-home-says-team-insider/ar-AA1175Za?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=cbb820dfa584252781ee54cfb0f5ef9d

I was surprised to see in the article that they're predicting Westbrook will be moved by the start of training camp.  That's right around the corner.  If that's true, we could see an announcement as early as the end of next week that Russell Westbrook has been traded for Buddy Hield.

This is flooding my social media account, I don't know why, I don't even follow PatBev. 
Why drag THT in the process? That's a young player on his way to being an average roleplayer. A backup. I think the Lakers lost at this trade but it doesn't mean I am underrating PatBev, that veteran got a lot of heart for the game, is very competitive and the goal is always to win.

About the Westbrook issue, I believe yes they might trade him but it will still depend on how much the Pacers are offering, if the Lakers won't find it fair then we might not see a close.
Rumors have it that it's Buddy Hield and Myles Turner on the line. I doubt about the Pacers letting go of the big star Turner.

That would be to the benefit of the Lakers if the trade will happen.

Turner could be a good backup for Davis or will play as a center, while Buddy Hield could help Lebron since he is an accurate shooter. Imagine, how big they are if that's the line considering the trade will happen.

This is just a rumor but I'm excited for this to be realized, maybe Westbrook does not really fit in a team that he is not the main man.