2025 NBA Season

[harizen]

Durant needs to step up and push everyone they need to work as one and show that aggressiveness to win the game, they are inside their home court and fans are there to support them.

Seems inappropriate for me to say that Kevin Durant needs to step up when he's always showing good consistency and A+ level performance since he wears the Suns' jersey and if we refer to his Game 1 stats. Actually, it's not that the Suns' lose because of a lack of aggressiveness from him or to those parts of the core but sh*t happened to them during the last few minutes of that game. Kudos to Los Angeles Clippers for keeping the rhythm until the end that's why they won.

Looking forward to both teams in a close game situation again here in Game 2 where it's hard to predict who will be the winner until the final buzzer rings.

Betting-wise, as a pure bettor and not a fan of either of the teams, the handicap for the Clippers seems worth trying.

[OgNasty]

I see that Woj is reporting Draymond Green will be suspended for stomping on Sabonis' ribs during game 2, but I've also read that isn't true and he isn't going to be suspended.  Anyone know what the actual news is or do we need to wait for an official announcement? 

I also heard that Morant is injured, but who knows...  It's the playoffs.  Some guys will play with broken legs and other guys won't play with a hang nail.  We'll find out soon enough either way.

[danherbias07]

Losing Draymond was a big blow, he once again lost his cool even though I can understand him a little bit. Sabonis held on to his foot so he reacted and kicked him, but he kicked him a little bit too much, haha. Let's see what the NBA will rule in this case, he might even get suspended and once again weaken his team because of his behaviour.

First, it was Sabonis who is at fault here that is why he cannot admit anything during the post-game interview. Holding the foot of one player to stop him is also a dangerous act. What Draymond Green did was also wrong but the first one that he was trying to get away from him was the right thing, the stomp was his only mistake.
If they will suspend Green, they should do the same with Sabonis. Consider the what if's. If Draymond didn't try to get away he could land with his hand first or his head which will lead to injuries. He already got what he deserved for a flagrant 2 and just because Sabonis missed both shots doesn't mean he should be penalized further.
They had the possession which was supposed to be the Warriors' ball before the incident.
If NBA doesn't like these things to happen again, penalized those who start it. It won't come to that if no one lits the fire.

[LogitechMouse]

2-0, who would thought that?

The Kings are really upping their defense and chemistry in this game. They didn't panic even when the Warriors made a comeback courtesy of Klay Thompson's two 3-point shots. The loss of Draymond Green was a big factor as he got emotional and kicked Sabonis in the stomach, causing his ejection from the game. I hope this doesn't happen again, as they need to win game 3. If they still lose, I would say the Warriors' dynasty will be over this playoffs.

It was a great win for the Kings, and they deserved it. Everyone played well.

You are right, who would have thought.
In history only around 6% of teams came back after being down 0:2 in the first round of the playoffs, so it's gonna be a rough series for the Warriors.
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Losing Draymond was a big blow, he once again lost his cool even though I can understand him a little bit. Sabonis held on to his foot so he reacted and kicked him, but he kicked him a little bit too much, haha. Let's see what the NBA will rule in this case, he might even get suspended and once again weaken his team because of his behaviour.

Well, 6% isn't equal to 0%, and besides the Warriors played really well on their home (in fact they're one of best in terms of home wins this regular season). They only need 2 wins on their home to regain the momentum coming into Game 5 on the road again. We've known the Warriors to be one of the worst road teams this season, so no surprise as to why they lost 2 games for the first time since the Curry Era.

As for Draymond Green getting ejected. I'm a Warrior fan, but I was disappointed on how he stepped Sabonis' stomach, but in other angle, it's obvious that he held his foot. It's just that what Green did was horrible, and it can lead to injury. After the incident, he is mocking the Kings' fans, and if you watched their last 2 games, Kings' fans are one of the loudest right now, but he don't care. Well, that's what you get after playing many times in the playoffs.

Chris Paul has lost his last 14 games when Scott Foster was the referee. Will tonight be the night he breaks that streak? With the Suns down 0-1 in the series, they certainly need it. As ridiculous as Scott Foster’s hate for Chris Paul is, I’m not sure I’d go against it. I’m honestly not sure how Scott Foster still has a job at this point…

Can we put our bet now on the Clippers because of this one?
Well, after I saw your post, I already put my bet on the Clippers at 4.10. Kind of funny for me to put my bet just because of a referee, but losing 14 games to a single referee is just hilarious. Scott Foster has been a referee for a very long time already, and has lots of controversies in the past as well.

I guess he'll do what he needs to do as a referee, and that is "TO CONTINUE THAT STREAK".

I see that Woj is reporting Draymond Green will be suspended for stomping on Sabonis' ribs during game 2, but I've also read that isn't true and he isn't going to be suspended.  Anyone know what the actual news is or do we need to wait for an official announcement? 

I guess this article coming from Fox News is reliable enough? LINK

And while there has been no word from the NBA as of Tuesday afternoon, it’s reported that Green is "unlikely" to be suspended for Game 3 of Golden State’s playoff series against the Kings, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium.

[Harkorede]

Boston Celtics with 2-0 lead into the series against Atlanta Hawks, Trae Young is freaking weakling and is extremely overrated, this dude should be the face of any NBA franchise imo, Dejounte Murray his more locked in that him, and Young playing tonight today as though he was being forced into playing basketball, playing very nonchalantly and zero sense of responsibility and urgency, he turns the ball over at every single chance he gets, he could have just faked an injury or whatever to not play the game, I've never felt this highly irritated by any NBA player who is supposed to be face of team showing extreme lack of concern, I've seen him get frustrated in games over no call fouls that adversely affects their result, but today's isn't one of those nights, he just rather seem not interested and wouldn't even have the ball for a few before ditching it out and not making any sort of off the ball movement for his team, and if it's not he just hands it over to the opponent. what sham of a so called superstar, yuck!

[vennali]

I see that Woj is reporting Draymond Green will be suspended for stomping on Sabonis' ribs during game 2, but I've also read that isn't true and he isn't going to be suspended.  Anyone know what the actual news is or do we need to wait for an official announcement? 

I also heard that Morant is injured, but who knows...  It's the playoffs.  Some guys will play with broken legs and other guys won't play with a hang nail.  We'll find out soon enough either way.

There are reports that most likely Dray would be allowed to play game 3. Since Sabonis kinda grabbed his leg. Still nothing concrete though, its all speculation but most likely he'll be allowed to play the next game.

[TravelMug]

Boston Celtics with 2-0 lead into the series against Atlanta Hawks, Trae Young is freaking weakling and is extremely overrated, this dude should be the face of any NBA franchise imo, Dejounte Murray his more locked in that him, and Young playing tonight today as though he was being forced into playing basketball, playing very nonchalantly and zero sense of responsibility and urgency, he turns the ball over at every single chance he gets, he could have just faked an injury or whatever to not play the game, I've never felt this highly irritated by any NBA player who is supposed to be face of team showing extreme lack of concern, I've seen him get frustrated in games over no call fouls that adversely affects their result, but today's isn't one of those nights, he just rather seem not interested and wouldn't even have the ball for a few before ditching it out and not making any sort of off the ball movement for his team, and if it's not he just hands it over to the opponent. what sham of a so called superstar, yuck!

Just another bad night for him, or it is the suffocating defense of Boston Celtics that really put a stop on Trae Young. He is not known to be a choker, he closes game just like the previous playoffs with the Knicks.

Maybe he is just feeling the pressure now or just want out of game 2 and wanted to go back to Atlanta and at least win 1 game.

Nevertheless, I don't see them winning the series against a complete Boston Celtics team, both end of the floor, they are hard to beat.

[Harkorede]

Boston Celtics with 2-0 lead into the series against Atlanta Hawks, Trae Young is freaking weakling and is extremely overrated, this dude should be the face of any NBA franchise imo, Dejounte Murray his more locked in that him, and Young playing tonight today as though he was being forced into playing basketball, playing very nonchalantly and zero sense of responsibility and urgency, he turns the ball over at every single chance he gets, he could have just faked an injury or whatever to not play the game, I've never felt this highly irritated by any NBA player who is supposed to be face of team showing extreme lack of concern, I've seen him get frustrated in games over no call fouls that adversely affects their result, but today's isn't one of those nights, he just rather seem not interested and wouldn't even have the ball for a few before ditching it out and not making any sort of off the ball movement for his team, and if it's not he just hands it over to the opponent. what sham of a so called superstar, yuck!

Just another bad night for him, or it is the suffocating defense of Boston Celtics that really put a stop on Trae Young. He is not known to be a choker, he closes game just like the previous playoffs with the Knicks.

Maybe he is just feeling the pressure now or just want out of game 2 and wanted to go back to Atlanta and at least win 1 game.

Nevertheless, I don't see them winning the series against a complete Boston Celtics team, both end of the floor, they are hard to beat.

I really can't make any excuse for him tonight honestly, even if he just wants out and looking forward to getting back to Atlanta that really don't make no sense enough for him to get nonchalant, he could have spoken to the coach at halftime or something to not get back out there. He's playing Boston Celtics at TD Garden for crying out loud, and Trae Young is one of the best a creating contact to get a call, Celtics being aggressive should have been used to his own advantage, when you get 2-3 of Celtics players into early fouls, they usually become less physical, but Trae wouldn't even try at all.

That's a series I'm so very sure I'm done watching for this.

[Dave1]

End of the first half between the Clippers and the Suns.

Ad the start of the second quarter, the Clippers takes a double digit advantage. But when Durant come back in the game, he took over the scoring and then him and Booker tie the score with the Booker 3 to end the quarter, 59-59.

Phoenix now a huge favorite ML and handicap at -4.5.

[Grindsky]

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[dwyane36]

Well, 6% isn't equal to 0%, and besides the Warriors played really well on their home (in fact they're one of best in terms of home wins this regular season). They only need 2 wins on their home to regain the momentum coming into Game 5 on the road again. We've known the Warriors to be one of the worst road teams this season, so no surprise as to why they lost 2 games for the first time since the Curry Era.

It is worth noting that there was only one time in the last playoffs when a team was able to recover from 0-2 and win the series, while the 2021 playoffs had as many as 4 such comebacks. So the Warriors really still have a chance, but it will be very difficult for them to win the next two games even though they will have the support of the fans in their home arena. As I see it, the Warriors' problem is that only Curry, Thompson, and Wiggins are trying to do something on the court, while most of their other teammates look useless.

[Yaunfitda]

Chris Paul has lost his last 14 games when Scott Foster was the referee. Will tonight be the night he breaks that streak? With the Suns down 0-1 in the series, they certainly need it. As ridiculous as Scott Foster’s hate for Chris Paul is, I’m not sure I’d go against it. I’m honestly not sure how Scott Foster still has a job at this point…

And it seems that the jinx of Scott Foster against Chris Paul is over as the Suns is leading the Clippers in the last 5 minutes of the game. Unless something ugly happens wherein Kahwi and Westbrook made a huge comeback and the Suns Booker and Durant can't score.

So let's see, very interesting to see this stats being broken now by Chris Paul.

And if they win, then 1-1 going to Clippers home court next.

[Sanitough]

Therefore, my bet is on the Suns -7.5 and Cavaliers -5.5.

I got a win! It was easy for the Cavaliers, but the Suns game was a little thrilling because they didn't control the game in the early quarters. Luckily, Booker continued his great performance, and they won and covered the spread. Sometimes, when the bet seems difficult, it's the easiest one.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

Therefore, my bet is on the Suns -7.5 and Cavaliers -5.5.

I got a win! It was easy for the Cavaliers, but the Suns game was a little thrilling because they didn't control the game in the early quarters. Luckily, Booker continued his great performance, and they won and covered the spread. Sometimes, when the bet seems difficult, it's the easiest one.

2 good picks, congratulations.

First day with 4 games where all the home teams won, it's about time.
When Phoenix was down by 13 in the 2nd quarter I thought "here wo go again" but sadly they closed the gap quick and had a tie at halftime.
After that it was pretty much all Phoenix and the Clippers never made it a close game again. Was hoping to see KD go down 0:2 after the home games  .

The Cavs responded well after their loss in game one, even with Mitchell just scoring 17 points. Let's see how they will do on the road. The Knicks were just 23:18 this season at home, so there is a good chance to steal at least 1 game back. I mean, obviously they have to get one back because coming back from a 1:3 deficit is historically as good as impossible. 13 come backs in 270 1:3 situations, that's a rough statistic.

[Reid]

Therefore, my bet is on the Suns -7.5 and Cavaliers -5.5.

I got a win! It was easy for the Cavaliers, but the Suns game was a little thrilling because they didn't control the game in the early quarters. Luckily, Booker continued his great performance, and they won and covered the spread. Sometimes, when the bet seems difficult, it's the easiest one.

Cheers for you! Phoenix Suns won although I have seen the Clippers gave them a difficult time to claim it. The 1st half was nerve racking as the Clippers reached a 13 point lead. That's where I saw how the Suns can play better than Game 1. Defense will always be the key. This is the playoffs, every possession will be important and now I have seen them being careful with the ball. Let CP3 do the handles and when KD was doubled, find an open man.
Love the game they showed today. Now the question, will they bring the momentum to LA? One game was snatched from their home, it's their chance to get it back.

[Sanitough]

Therefore, my bet is on the Suns -7.5 and Cavaliers -5.5.

I got a win! It was easy for the Cavaliers, but the Suns game was a little thrilling because they didn't control the game in the early quarters. Luckily, Booker continued his great performance, and they won and covered the spread. Sometimes, when the bet seems difficult, it's the easiest one.

Cheers for you! Phoenix Suns won although I have seen the Clippers gave them a difficult time to claim it. The 1st half was nerve racking as the Clippers reached a 13 point lead. That's where I saw how the Suns can play better than Game 1. Defense will always be the key. This is the playoffs, every possession will be important and now I have seen them being careful with the ball. Let CP3 do the handles and when KD was doubled, find an open man.
Love the game they showed today. Now the question, will they bring the momentum to LA? One game was snatched from their home, it's their chance to get it back.

I trust that they will win to even the series, so I might as well bet on them covering the spread, and that's it. Maybe I will also bet on the teams tomorrow that lost in the first game. Bucks and Memphis will be my bets, maybe as a two-team parlay as well.

By the way, Draymond Green is suspended in game 3, but the spread only moved by 1 point, so I think it signals that the Warriors will still win the game.

[OgNasty]

Chris Paul has lost his last 14 games when Scott Foster was the referee. Will tonight be the night he breaks that streak? With the Suns down 0-1 in the series, they certainly need it. As ridiculous as Scott Foster’s hate for Chris Paul is, I’m not sure I’d go against it. I’m honestly not sure how Scott Foster still has a job at this point…

And it seems that the jinx of Scott Foster against Chris Paul is over as the Suns is leading the Clippers in the last 5 minutes of the game. Unless something ugly happens wherein Kahwi and Westbrook made a huge comeback and the Suns Booker and Durant can't score.

So let's see, very interesting to see this stats being broken now by Chris Paul.

And if they win, then 1-1 going to Clippers home court next.

Yup, the Scott Foster curse has been broken. Pretty funny that the story of the night isn’t the Suns beating the Clippers but Chris Paul beating Scott Foster. One thing I will say is that Russell Westbrook had a hell of a game. It’s amazing how much different he looks after going from the Lakers to the Clippers. Happy for him.

[Pamadar]

Therefore, my bet is on the Suns -7.5 and Cavaliers -5.5.

I got a win! It was easy for the Cavaliers, but the Suns game was a little thrilling because they didn't control the game in the early quarters. Luckily, Booker continued his great performance, and they won and covered the spread. Sometimes, when the bet seems difficult, it's the easiest one.

Cheers for you! Phoenix Suns won although I have seen the Clippers gave them a difficult time to claim it. The 1st half was nerve racking as the Clippers reached a 13 point lead. That's where I saw how the Suns can play better than Game 1. Defense will always be the key. This is the playoffs, every possession will be important and now I have seen them being careful with the ball. Let CP3 do the handles and when KD was doubled, find an open man.
Love the game they showed today. Now the question, will they bring the momentum to LA? One game was snatched from their home, it's their chance to get it back.

I trust that they will win to even the series, so I might as well bet on them covering the spread, and that's it. Maybe I will also bet on the teams tomorrow that lost in the first game. Bucks and Memphis will be my bets, maybe as a two-team parlay as well.

By the way, Draymond Green is suspended in game 3, but the spread only moved by 1 point, so I think it signals that the Warriors will still win the game.

Yes, Phoenix, make it sure that they will tie the series before flying to LA. It will be a tough series if Clippers will take another game on the road. Good catch for those who take the handicap as Suns covered it.

Next games, I also think that both Memphis and Bucks will also try to equal the series as both need to stay away
from 0 to 2 deficit the way it was now for the defending champs. But I still believe that even Green is out Warriors
will find a way to win the game at home.

[Distinctin]

Yes, Phoenix, make it sure that they will tie the series before flying to LA. It will be a tough series if Clippers will take another game on the road. Good catch for those who take the handicap as Suns covered it.

Definitely. It's good for the Clippers that they stole one on the road, as they don't have home court advantage. Additionally, Westbrook has turned himself into an MVP in this series so far; his stats are really impressive. I think the Clippers don't need Paul George, as they could beat the Suns.

Next games, I also think that both Memphis and Bucks will also try to equal the series as both need to stay away
from 0 to 2 deficit the way it was now for the defending champs. But I still believe that even Green is out Warriors
will find a way to win the game at home.

The Bucks will likely win, but I'm a bit concerned about how Memphis will stop the bigs of the Lakers.

[Hypnosis00]

I hope Morant is okay with the Game 1 loss.

He said he's fine in the West, LOL. However, what will happen if the Lakers sweep Memphis? I think there's a possibility, as the Lakers have an advantage over Memphis with their bigs who can dominate the paint. Meanwhile, Memphis mostly relies on Morant, and I'm sure the Lakers have found a strategy to limit him.

What do you think will be the outcome of Game 2?