2025 NBA Season

[ChiBitCTy]

Honestly, that gives me curiosity as well if Kryie Irving was just trying to be relevant or what because every now and then, he repeatedly ask for a trade before his contract expires even after the fact that he said himself he will stay on the team. But maybe this time, Kyrie will stay as long as he will get what he wanted because there's no question about his talent, really and surely, the Mavs management can do that for him and provide extension if his performance is needed by the team.

It happens from time to time and it's not just him that did that if we're about to recall those trade requests we might see some others did that in the past as well. Hopefully that he stays longer in the Mavs, any team he goes to, they're all good and it's just up to him how they'll share the same chemistry.
Going with the most recent win of OKC, Lebron's history made as an all-time scoring leader was noisier than their win. Goat or not for some fans, can't deny the fact that he has made and broken history. Congrats to him!

It's of my opinion that Kyrie is an attention whore and a lot of this crap he does is simply for that attention/staying relevant.  There's no question he's one of the greatest players in the game, as well as one of the greatest players of all time..but I can't stand the guy personally.

Definitely congratulations to Lebron breaking the all time scoring record last night!  I used to be a Lebron hater (as a Chicagoan who got sick of people calling Lebron the goat) until I realized I should be appreciating his excellence instead of hating on it.  He was certainly bound and determined to break that record last night! 

[OgNasty]

The video going around showing Anthony Davis sitting down and not caring about LeBron breaking the record and then later LeBron on the bench telling a visibly disturbed Davis that he loves him, only to be seemingly rebuffed has me starting to believe a KD for AD trade with the Nets is a possibility. Could one of the biggest trades in NBA history be happening in the next 24 hours? Starting to appear possible.

[Baofeng]

Honestly, that gives me curiosity as well if Kryie Irving was just trying to be relevant or what because every now and then, he repeatedly ask for a trade before his contract expires even after the fact that he said himself he will stay on the team. But maybe this time, Kyrie will stay as long as he will get what he wanted because there's no question about his talent, really and surely, the Mavs management can do that for him and provide extension if his performance is needed by the team.

It happens from time to time and it's not just him that did that if we're about to recall those trade requests we might see some others did that in the past as well. Hopefully that he stays longer in the Mavs, any team he goes to, they're all good and it's just up to him how they'll share the same chemistry.
Going with the most recent win of OKC, Lebron's history made as an all-time scoring leader was noisier than their win. Goat or not for some fans, can't deny the fact that he has made and broken history. Congrats to him!

It's of my opinion that Kyrie is an attention whore and a lot of this crap he does is simply for that attention/staying relevant.  There's no question he's one of the greatest players in the game, as well as one of the greatest players of all time..but I can't stand the guy personally.

Definitely congratulations to Lebron breaking the all time scoring record last night!  I used to be a Lebron hater (as a Chicagoan who got sick of people calling Lebron the goat) until I realized I should be appreciating his excellence instead of hating on it.  He was certainly bound and determined to break that record last night!  

You are not alone with that opinion, he really loves that attention. I still remember him challenging Kobe when he was still fairly young in the NBA and says that Kobe can't lock him down. Nevertheless Kobe shows his defense and block his shot the next game. So too much trash talking even at a young Kyrie then.

Of course, we would have to appreciate what Lebron does, breaking the all time record and still continuing his greatness. He has a lot on his shoulders when he enter the league and now he proved his doubters breaking Kareem's record in our generation.

@OgNasty - You mean this image? hehehe

[püsür]

The video going around showing Anthony Davis sitting down and not caring about LeBron breaking the record and then later LeBron on the bench telling a visibly disturbed Davis that he loves him, only to be seemingly rebuffed has me starting to believe a KD for AD trade with the Nets is a possibility. Could one of the biggest trades in NBA history be happening in the next 24 hours? Starting to appear possible.

Wow, I had absolutely no idea that there was a possibility like this. I guess everyone was focused on Kyrie deal and I didn't even notice this possibility at all. I always thought Lebron and AD has a good relationship both on and off the court. AD might have been seen less than enthusiastic at that moment but I don't expect any issue between them. When healthy, AD always contributes as much as he can and I think everyone would agree that he is a great player and maybe one of the top players in the league. But I can't stress it enough: 'healthy'. We have an excited day ahead of us about the trades. Can't wait the see the surprises.

[stadus]

With 20 points at halftime it’s looking like LeBron is going to break the record tonight. When they were showing all the celebrities in the house for the game I had a feeling I was going to be wrong. After missing his first two shots he’s been on fire. 16 points in a half is still no small feat, but I feel like he’s got a chance to get it done. Hopefully he can find a way to get a win also.

I got no doubts about him that he will really break the record in the game earlier, right after the game commenced, I know that he will do it even if 36 points sounds big and that would mean that he should carry the ball mostly. I just had a small heartache when his eyes were slightly injured by the one of the Thunders elbow when he drove the ball towards the ring. Fortunately, what happened wasn't that big of a deal and the historical game went smoothly.

[ingiltere]

LeBron James breaking the record was the biggest event in the NBA in recent times, and they celebrated it with a good organization. It was interesting that such a ceremonial celebration was held while the game was still going on, and I think we can only see such a thing in the NBA. I don't know much about stopping and celebrating such a match in competitive games.
I don't think this record will be broken for a long time. It's not easy to play with such active and high-level statistics for 20 years. LeBron James really deserves all the respect. Congrats!

[el kaka22]

It was definitely a great moment, chills about the halo of Kobe in that picture, still hurts to this day but lets celebrate the greatness that is Lebron James today. This guy has been scoring for 20 years and he still hasn't slowed down, and yeah the league is much faster these days and that plays a role in this but still, at 38 years old? Still breaking records?

This guy has been the exceptional example of how consistency could make you a king, and he just became the scoring king of all NBA history. All the congregations goes to him, and he definitely deserves all the praises he gets, with all the ups and downs of him, and his career, I have to say it's definitely a great situation.

[wheelz1200]

With 20 points at halftime it’s looking like LeBron is going to break the record tonight. When they were showing all the celebrities in the house for the game I had a feeling I was going to be wrong. After missing his first two shots he’s been on fire. 16 points in a half is still no small feat, but I feel like he’s got a chance to get it done. Hopefully he can find a way to get a win also.

I got no doubts about him that he will really break the record in the game earlier, right after the game commenced, I know that he will do it even if 36 points sounds big and that would mean that he should carry the ball mostly. I just had a small heartache when his eyes were slightly injured by the one of the Thunders elbow when he drove the ball towards the ring. Fortunately, what happened wasn't that big of a deal and the historical game went smoothly.

As soon as LeBron called it the headband game I knew dude wasn't messing around.  The part that will get lost on the whole thing is that lebron did it in a loss to the young okc team to drop into 13th place in the west.  In terms of a game it was a non event.  Now let's talk about the folks that spent $10s of thousands for tickets on Thursday night to watch him break the record only to be there for another game for a team out of contention 😆

[OgNasty]

The video going around showing Anthony Davis sitting down and not caring about LeBron breaking the record and then later LeBron on the bench telling a visibly disturbed Davis that he loves him, only to be seemingly rebuffed has me starting to believe a KD for AD trade with the Nets is a possibility. Could one of the biggest trades in NBA history be happening in the next 24 hours? Starting to appear possible.

Wow, I had absolutely no idea that there was a possibility like this. I guess everyone was focused on Kyrie deal and I didn't even notice this possibility at all. I always thought Lebron and AD has a good relationship both on and off the court. AD might have been seen less than enthusiastic at that moment but I don't expect any issue between them. When healthy, AD always contributes as much as he can and I think everyone would agree that he is a great player and maybe one of the top players in the league. But I can't stress it enough: 'healthy'. We have an excited day ahead of us about the trades. Can't wait the see the surprises.

We’ll see. It seems like there is too much talk about something happening for nothing to happen, but that’s the way it goes sometimes. Still, I’m on high alert for something big in the next 24 hours. The only troublesome part is that there are so many rumors, you don’t know what’s real and what is wishful thinking. No matter what happens though, I’m pretty sure Durant won’t be suiting up in a Nets uniform next season.

[danherbias07]

We’ll see. It seems like there is too much talk about something happening for nothing to happen, but that’s the way it goes sometimes. Still, I’m on high alert for something big in the next 24 hours. The only troublesome part is that there are so many rumors, you don’t know what’s real and what is wishful thinking. No matter what happens though, I’m pretty sure Durant won’t be suiting up in a Nets uniform next season.

Yeah, that last part I am sure about. Phoenix Suns seem to be part of the rumor too. The new owner might want to make an explosive entrance and they may want to give everything to get KD except Devin Booker.
15 more hours. That's a lot of time and anything could happen in that time span, especially before morning when news will come out. I bet all reporters will try to stay awake as any movement is possible.

How about this one? Russell Westbrook. Finally.

The action continued on Wednesday, when the Los Angeles Lakers finally parted ways with point guard Russell Westbrook after months of speculation. In a three team deal between the Lakers, Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz, Westbrook heads to Minnesota, while the Lakers pick up D'Angelo Russell from the Wolves along with Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt from the Jazz. Veteran point guard Mike Conley heads from Utah to Minnesota, while the Jazz add a significant draft asset in a lightly protected 2027 Lakers first-round pick.

https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/2023-nba-trade-deadline-tracker-lakers-move-russell-westbrook-knicks-get-josh-hart-kyrie-irving-to-mavs/
I guess that's why Anthony Davis is worried. Anything can happen now and his name might also be on the line to be traded.
The Lakers piling up more 3-point shooters and I think this will be good for them. Malik Beasley especially is known to be an assassin on distance shots.
Jazz on the other hand will receive Russell Westbrook, Juan Toscano-Anderson, Damian Jones, and a pick. I don't know how could this be good for Jazz.

Addition: Chicago Bulls are interested in Westbrook in case the Jazz buy him out. - Chris Haynes.

[OgNasty]

That Westbrook news is something. I honestly think Russell Westbrook can still play at a high level. He seems like he’s just going through some things. I’m not sure how much better that trade will make the Lakers, but we’ll see.

Kyrie winning in his debut with the Mavericks without Luka is a good sign for them. It will be interesting seeing them on the floor together.

[tabas]

LeBron James breaking the record was the biggest event in the NBA in recent times, and they celebrated it with a good organization. It was interesting that such a ceremonial celebration was held while the game was still going on, and I think we can only see such a thing in the NBA. I don't know much about stopping and celebrating such a match in competitive games.
I don't think this record will be broken for a long time. It's not easy to play with such active and high-level statistics for 20 years. LeBron James really deserves all the respect. Congrats!

That's mad respect for the OKC as well for giving the way for Lebron's celebration despite the game was theirs. It took someone for 40 years until Kareem's record has been broken. We will see the next generation breaking that record of his, who knows if it's one or two of his kids soon should they pursue their NBA career. No doubt that the genes of their father is on them and such athletic body and physique is certainly on them now, it's just going to depend on how they're going to use and maintain it.

On the other news, KD joins Phoenix Suns: Sources: Suns acquiring Kevin Durant in blockbuster deal with Nets

[OgNasty]

Holy shit! I’m hearing about the Durant news and this is crazy. The Nets traded him for basically nothing! This has got to be a rent a Durant situation. When Booker comes back this team might be the best in the league. If Ayton can play like he’s capable of they should win it all this year. I can’t believe what a steal the Suns just pulled off. Gonna have to grab myself some tickets.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

Holy shit! I’m hearing about the Durant news and this is crazy. The Nets traded him for basically nothing! This has got to be a rent a Durant situation. When Booker comes back this team might be the best in the league. If Ayton can play like he’s capable of they should win it all this year. I can’t believe what a steal the Suns just pulled off. Gonna have to grab myself some tickets.

Not really a rent a Durant when his contract is until 2026. 

But yeah, let's see where he wants to go next if this doesn't work out. Definitely a steal for the suns.

[EFS]

I woke up early yesterday to watch LeBron's record live, couldn't sleep much last days anyway. It was also good for distraction. We witnessed history. I don't know when will we see a moment like that again.
Funny part is Lakers lost all games when LeBron past other topscorers. This didn't change in last game as well. I wish his team was more competitive but I guess they wouldn't even go for play-offs this season.

[Dave1]

I woke up early yesterday to watch LeBron's record live, couldn't sleep much last days anyway. It was also good for distraction. We witnessed history. I don't know when will we see a moment like that again.

Yeah, we witnessed history when Lebron James passes Kareem all time scoring record and he is still going strong. We don't know which record are going to be broken soon.

Funny part is Lakers lost all games when LeBron past other topscorers. This didn't change in last game as well. I wish his team was more competitive but I guess they wouldn't even go for play-offs this season.

OKC will be in infamy with this one,  they beat the Lakers when Lebron broke the record, spoilers.

[Kelvinid]

I woke up early yesterday to watch LeBron's record live, couldn't sleep much last days anyway. It was also good for distraction. We witnessed history. I don't know when will we see a moment like that again.

Yeah, we witnessed history when Lebron James passes Kareem all time scoring record and he is still going strong. We don't know which record are going to be broken soon.

That was it, it was a history and I think it will not be broken easily as Lebron is still playing now, he will get more points which will be hard for the active players now to surpass.

Funny part is Lakers lost all games when LeBron past other topscorers. This didn't change in last game as well. I wish his team was more competitive but I guess they wouldn't even go for play-offs this season.

OKC will be in infamy with this one,  they beat the Lakers when Lebron broke the record, spoilers.

They are just doing their job, they cannot just give that game to the Lakers as they are also looking for a chance to be in the playoffs. Actually, OKC are doing better, despite this team being an underrated team, but they are winning some games which we don't even think they can.

[Japinat]

Honestly, that gives me curiosity as well if Kryie Irving was just trying to be relevant or what because every now and then, he repeatedly ask for a trade before his contract expires even after the fact that he said himself he will stay on the team. But maybe this time, Kyrie will stay as long as he will get what he wanted because there's no question about his talent, really and surely, the Mavs management can do that for him and provide extension if his performance is needed by the team.

It happens from time to time and it's not just him that did that if we're about to recall those trade requests we might see some others did that in the past as well. Hopefully that he stays longer in the Mavs, any team he goes to, they're all good and it's just up to him how they'll share the same chemistry.
Going with the most recent win of OKC, Lebron's history made as an all-time scoring leader was noisier than their win. Goat or not for some fans, can't deny the fact that he has made and broken history. Congrats to him!

It's of my opinion that Kyrie is an attention whore and a lot of this crap he does is simply for that attention/staying relevant.  There's no question he's one of the greatest players in the game, as well as one of the greatest players of all time..but I can't stand the guy personally.

Definitely congratulations to Lebron breaking the all time scoring record last night!  I used to be a Lebron hater (as a Chicagoan who got sick of people calling Lebron the goat) until I realized I should be appreciating his excellence instead of hating on it.  He was certainly bound and determined to break that record last night! 

I truly share the same sentiment with you on that, man. This Kyrie Irving is really making some headlines from time to time, and these days, he's making it yearly even if his image is becoming negative. But for his talent? Pretty much he's been hated but his skills on the hardwood is very reliable and without a doubt hard to guard.

But for the GOAT of his own era, the man, LeBron James, congratulations! I'm glad that I'm able to witness his greatness ever since he was drafted to the Cavs up until now in the Lakers, still making a history.

[freedomgo]

The video going around showing Anthony Davis sitting down and not caring about LeBron breaking the record and then later LeBron on the bench telling a visibly disturbed Davis that he loves him, only to be seemingly rebuffed has me starting to believe a KD for AD trade with the Nets is a possibility. Could one of the biggest trades in NBA history be happening in the next 24 hours? Starting to appear possible.

Yes mate, I happen to see that picture while I was scrolling in the web earlier and the funny thing is, I read this one comment saying, "he's just giving himself some safety because if he jump and jump cheering for LeBron making another history, he could've tore his ACL and will leave the Lakers in dismay again".

I don't know what's up to him for making that kind of face without any sign that he's proud with his teammate achieving that kind of milestone, surely, that face tells me that he's more of a hater than a believer. And regarding about the trade, here's what happened.

Nets, Suns Agree On Kevin Durant Trade
The Suns will acquire Kevin Durant from the Nets in exchange for Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, four first-round picks and more draft consideration, tweets Shams Charania of The Athletic.

https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2023/02/nets-suns-agree-on-kevin-durant-trade.html

I'm quite sure that the Lakers can't afford that kind of trade because they doesn't have that much luxury anymore to give four 1st-round picks and a swap pick, and then giving away 3 players. But at least, Durant was traded to his preferred team as that's what he said last season.

[Questat]

Nets, Suns Agree On Kevin Durant Trade
The Suns will acquire Kevin Durant from the Nets in exchange for Mikal Bridges, Cameron Johnson, four first-round picks and more draft consideration, tweets Shams Charania of The Athletic.

https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2023/02/nets-suns-agree-on-kevin-durant-trade.html

I'm quite sure that the Lakers can't afford that kind of trade because they doesn't have that much luxury anymore to give four 1st-round picks and a swap pick, and then giving away 3 players. But at least, Durant was traded to his preferred team as that's what he said last season.

Well, this time the Suns has a great chance of winning a championship. They mess up their chance before, but with Durant now, I believe they will b a better team. They have a great point guard who can also shoot, so having Durant and Booker will make them a very dangerous team.