2024 NBA Season

[Oasisman]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

Bucks yeah good possibility, but if the Suns still can't beat the Nuggets, i have Jokic and Murray repeating this year, probably.
The only thing that really bothers me about the Nuggets making a repeat is Jokic. The guy looks like he's about to lose focus on his basketball career as he got so hooked up with horses lol.
I don't know, maybe it's just me or he is really lossing focus. Well, I hope he'll still play at an MVP level.

On the other hand, between the Bucks and the Suns, I'd take Bucks all day.

Have any of you seen the most recent beats commercial that features LeBron? Crazy how his wife Savannah has a message for him to not stop playing until he got their 2 sons play along with him in the NBA lol. LeBron will be like almost 45 if Bryce is lucky to get drafted early in his career.

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[wheelz1200]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

Bucks yeah good possibility, but if the Suns still can't beat the Nuggets, i have Jokic and Murray repeating this year, probably.
The only thing that really bothers me about the Nuggets making a repeat is Jokic. The guy looks like he's about to lose focus on his basketball career as he got so hooked up with horses lol.
I don't know, maybe it's just me or he is really lossing focus. Well, I hope he'll still play at an MVP level.

On the other hand, between the Bucks and the Suns, I'd take Bucks all day.

Have any of you seen the most recent beats commercial that features LeBron? Crazy how his wife Savannah has a message for him to not stop playing until he got their 2 sons play along with him in the NBA lol. LeBron will be like almost 45 if Bryce is lucky to get drafted early in his career.

I'm leaning that way too.  Until someone can figure out how to stop jokic I can't see them losing a 7 game series.  I do want to see them fave the Bucks because they actually match up well now on them. Also looking forward to seeing some of the younger teams take that next step like okc...and finally just want to see my knicks take another positive step forward.  Q Grimes has to have a breakout year for them to take another step I'm thinking

[rhomelmabini]

Spurs on the other hand had nothing and when Wemby came in the hype was so high that he suddenly became their superstar although we haven't seen him facing the real game, the playoffs. We are just using the preseason game as the basis and I think that's not enough to conclude this comparison.

Well, it's easy to conclude as well just because it's just a preseason but I think Wembanyama has lot of potential to still improve his performance. Yeah, it's still not the real deal and their current roster aren't that playoffs contender and I do hope this kid will be surrounded on those who will help him to achieve it. In my opinion, I think he needs to work with those muscle even if he had that IQ and height, a strong body core has still use on the court.

[LogitechMouse]

Spurs on the other hand had nothing and when Wemby came in the hype was so high that he suddenly became their superstar although we haven't seen him facing the real game, the playoffs. We are just using the preseason game as the basis and I think that's not enough to conclude this comparison.

Well, it's easy to conclude as well just because it's just a preseason but I think Wembanyama has lot of potential to still improve his performance. Yeah, it's still not the real deal and their current roster aren't that playoffs contender and I do hope this kid will be surrounded on those who will help him to achieve it. In my opinion, I think he needs to work with those muscle even if he had that IQ and height, a strong body core has still use on the court.

The Spurs have good, and talented young players, but their current roster isn't enough for them to at least clinch into the playoffs, but I expect them to be better now than last season.

Just imagine how loaded the West where they are now. Nuggets, Warriors, Suns, Lakers, Clippers, young Thunder, Kings. Just look at the West right now, and I will not be surprised if the standings will be as tight as it was last season. As for Wemby, future is bright for that kiddo as long as he doesn't get injured especially we know that players on that height are more prone to injuries especially on the knee to the foot injuries.

I don't know though who are the players that are considered "developing" with the team, since the roster is too young, and not that familiar except for that veterans out there. I'm excited with this Spurs team though.

[boyptc]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

I just watched a video Giannis distributed his freak fives to his teammates and all that I've seen was determined faces and words like "we'll do great this season".

Lowkey words but I guess that you're right that they're likely to take the ring this year.

I can't wait for that to happen that although there have been a lot of trade rumors with Dame and he's now with the Bucks, Giannis surely want one as well for both of them.

[avp2306]

Spurs on the other hand had nothing and when Wemby came in the hype was so high that he suddenly became their superstar although we haven't seen him facing the real game, the playoffs. We are just using the preseason game as the basis and I think that's not enough to conclude this comparison.

Well, it's easy to conclude as well just because it's just a preseason but I think Wembanyama has lot of potential to still improve his performance. Yeah, it's still not the real deal and their current roster aren't that playoffs contender and I do hope this kid will be surrounded on those who will help him to achieve it. In my opinion, I think he needs to work with those muscle even if he had that IQ and height, a strong body core has still use on the court.

The Spurs have good, and talented young players, but their current roster isn't enough for them to at least clinch into the playoffs, but I expect them to be better now than last season.

Just imagine how loaded the West where they are now. Nuggets, Warriors, Suns, Lakers, Clippers, young Thunder, Kings. Just look at the West right now, and I will not be surprised if the standings will be as tight as it was last season. As for Wemby, future is bright for that kiddo as long as he doesn't get injured especially we know that players on that height are more prone to injuries especially on the knee to the foot injuries.

I don't know though who are the players that are considered "developing" with the team, since the roster is too young, and not that familiar except for that veterans out there. I'm excited with this Spurs team though.

Can't expect them to perform very well this season knowing as you said they are young and might they might feel the real pressure when facing those veterans but once they gain a lot of experience especially when they can able to reach on playoffs then for sure they can be develop with that and also they are in the right team so most provably they can reach there potentials if they are also cooperative with the coaches who develop them as a good player. Now Spurs is candy of an eye to the fans knowing that Wemby is on their team so for sure there's a lot of noise will be created with this especially when he face those vets and other more stars like Lebron,Giannis or even those star which is his match up since many would able to see how Wemby could possible dominate the league.

[btc_angela]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

It's going to be a good NBA season. We've seen the Bucks getting Dame, and they are already a powerful team in the East already. But with a Lillard acquisition they again put themselves on the top of the favorites. But they still have the Sixers with the reigning MVP to contend, although the dram surrounding James Harden might have a impact on them. Celtics too, get one of the best defensive guards on Jrue Holiday from the Bucks and with Tatum and Brown hitting their prime years. they are another team to watch out. Although I will say that once weakness could be their coach, but we will see.

In the West, I will go with the Suns and the Nuggets as well. Book + KD + Beal, they have their own version now of big 3. But then again, the Nuggets as reigning champion still has the momentum from last year as their core is still intact.

[Yaunfitda]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

Yes, and so the games are:

Nuggets vs the Lakers - going to be a great game for sure. We all know that this two has been building rivalries, specially that they have face off during the West finals. And there has been a lot of trash talking ever since.

Warriors vs the Suns - we are going to see CP3 against his former team, sure they could be a lot hugs before the game, but it's going to be competitive. Also Durant, who says that he is looking for the game because he was a former Warrior and he knows that he still has some fans in that city.

[yazher]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

The Bucks will surely be capable of reaching back to the NBA finals if they stay healthy throughout this season because they are currently the best team in the East right now and all other strong teams are in the West. If they still having a hard time getting to the NBA playoffs with this roster, then it would be another battle for them to fix their management because a super team such as this one is expected to dominate the Eastern Conference and get to the NBA finals easily.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

Yes, and so the games are:

Nuggets vs the Lakers - going to be a great game for sure. We all know that this two has been building rivalries, specially that they have face off during the West finals. And there has been a lot of trash talking ever since.

Warriors vs the Suns - we are going to see CP3 against his former team, sure they could be a lot hugs before the game, but it's going to be competitive. Also Durant, who says that he is looking for the game because he was a former Warrior and he knows that he still has some fans in that city.

NBA higher ups really know what people want to see. These 2 games will be fire!
What I don't quite understand is, why are they making 2 wester conference games instead of 1 east and 1 west?

Anyway, the lineup for tomorrow though is very strong and promising.
Basically (the) 4 western conference contenders facing each other . Also a lot of history between them with CP3 and KD having played in the other team.

Living in Japan has a good advantage for me, I can watch all the games in the morning. Euroleague and so on is always late at night but now the NBA is back and I have a good reason to get out of bed.  

[LogitechMouse]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

The Bucks will surely be capable of reaching back to the NBA finals if they stay healthy throughout this season because they are currently the best team in the East right now and all other strong teams are in the West. If they still having a hard time getting to the NBA playoffs with this roster, then it would be another battle for them to fix their management because a super team such as this one is expected to dominate the Eastern Conference and get to the NBA finals easily.

And to add some fire into it, Giannis already signed a 3-year extension worth $186M, and he will stay with the Bucks.
https://www.nba.com/news/bucks-giannis-antetokounmpo-extension

This is what I'm saying when "One trade can change everything". Just imagine back when Giannis is kind of threatening the Bucks' front office saying that he will leave the team if they will not compete with the title. Then they got Lillard, and that changes everything including his mindset. Now they are the favorites to win the title already just because they got Dame. The East isn't as loaded with the West, and with Dame going to the East, that makes the East better knowing that Commissioner Adam Silver is thinking of putting back the East Vs. West format in the all-star game. Nonetheless, that trade changes everything not only for the Bucks, but for the whole NBA.

Overall, I expect them to be a good duo, but I would want to see who will be their 3rd player of the team to complete that "Big 3". Middleton maybe is the best fit, but nonetheless, the team's gonna be in the NBA Finals, unless injury spoils it. That's my prediction only.

[stadus]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

The Bucks will surely be capable of reaching back to the NBA finals if they stay healthy throughout this season because they are currently the best team in the East right now and all other strong teams are in the West. If they still having a hard time getting to the NBA playoffs with this roster, then it would be another battle for them to fix their management because a super team such as this one is expected to dominate the Eastern Conference and get to the NBA finals easily.

And to add some fire into it, Giannis already signed a 3-year extension worth $186M, and he will stay with the Bucks.
https://www.nba.com/news/bucks-giannis-antetokounmpo-extension

This is what I'm saying when "One trade can change everything". Just imagine back when Giannis is kind of threatening the Bucks' front office saying that he will leave the team if they will not compete with the title. Then they got Lillard, and that changes everything including his mindset. Now they are the favorites to win the title already just because they got Dame. The East isn't as loaded with the West, and with Dame going to the East, that makes the East better knowing that Commissioner Adam Silver is thinking of putting back the East Vs. West format in the all-star game. Nonetheless, that trade changes everything not only for the Bucks, but for the whole NBA.

Overall, I expect them to be a good duo, but I would want to see who will be their 3rd player of the team to complete that "Big 3". Middleton maybe is the best fit, but nonetheless, the team's gonna be in the NBA Finals, unless injury spoils it. That's my prediction only.

So, that means he's going to be raking in $62 million annually, making him the top earner in the NBA as this list will change.
https://hoopshype.com/salaries/players/

Giannis made a pretty smart move here. I'm guessing he must have been seriously impressed by Lillard's performance during the season , which is why he decided to lock in that contract extension just a day before the regular season kicked off.

[danherbias07]

Spurs on the other hand had nothing and when Wemby came in the hype was so high that he suddenly became their superstar although we haven't seen him facing the real game, the playoffs. We are just using the preseason game as the basis and I think that's not enough to conclude this comparison.

Man, the hype around Wemby is off the charts! He's been straight-up killing it in the preseason, and I won't be shocked if he keeps that fire going in the regular season. My only concern is the potential for injuries, especially for a big guy like him who's hustling on both ends of the floor.

True, one of the biggest hype for a rookie maybe since Lebron James. And in the pre-season games, we've seen why. He is putting numbers like that, and giving up some highlight dunks too. And you can see the reaction of the crowd. Obviously, there are a lot of fans that are going to follow him. And most likely defensive coach are now putting some plans on how to stop this young man. But it's going to be a difficult task as he has a lot of moves. For his size and those feet? yes, no one can stop him one one one.

I think he surpassed that hype of Lebron James. Oh, and there's Zion Williamson too, he made a lot of noise before and after the NBA draft pick but the curse of the first pick may have gotten into him. Injuries over and over again, I think Lebron James was the only one in the first round and first pick that I saw who was successful in his career and also avoided injuries and that's also one of the big reasons why his name exploded off the charts because of his presence in most of his career games and taking care of himself.

True, Wemby is flexible. He can shoot he can drive and I was actually shocked he can also crossover, it's going to be difficult for any defensive coach to handle this man because of his different offensive weapons. I think all he needs is more experience so he can use those skills for hesitation moves. Unpredictability will always be a good weapon too for a NBA player to be successful in his career. Polishing all those abilities will be the work of San Antonio Spurs trainers.

[Questat]

True, Wemby is flexible. He can shoot he can drive and I was actually shocked he can also crossover, it's going to be difficult for any defensive coach to handle this man because of his different offensive weapons. I think all he needs is more experience so he can use those skills for hesitation moves. Unpredictability will always be a good weapon too for a NBA player to be successful in his career. Polishing all those abilities will be the work of San Antonio Spurs trainers.

Considering he's still young and in his rookie year, we can look forward to more improvement from him as long as he stays healthy. It's quite rare to see a rookie this dominant. But when it comes to popularity, I don't think he'll surpass LeBron and other Hall of Famers. Wemby is like a walking cheat code with his towering height, which can make the game seem uneven and, to some extent, less exciting to watch.

[livingfree]

True, Wemby is flexible. He can shoot he can drive and I was actually shocked he can also crossover, it's going to be difficult for any defensive coach to handle this man because of his different offensive weapons. I think all he needs is more experience so he can use those skills for hesitation moves. Unpredictability will always be a good weapon too for a NBA player to be successful in his career. Polishing all those abilities will be the work of San Antonio Spurs trainers.

He's got a long reach and those blocks on the air were truly incredible. That defense and offense stats that he's going to contribute for the Spurs is going to be one big thing for the team.

Just more time in the league and experience and he'll be like an unbeatable foe for most of the teams and its superstars.

He's still got a lot to go but the kid's potential is seriously making the attention already and we'll see more during this actual start of the season.

[Yogee]

[....]
But when it comes to popularity, I don't think he'll surpass LeBron and other Hall of Famers.

I don't think he will last 10 years in the league to even be in the conversation of top players but maybe he could be as popular as Yao Ming. Remember him? I will consider Wemby as lucky if he could last more than 5 years playing the game competitively. He is quite agile for his size and aggressive as well so that may take a toll on his body sooner than he expects.

[carlisle1]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

The Bucks will surely be capable of reaching back to the NBA finals if they stay healthy throughout this season because they are currently the best team in the East right now and all other strong teams are in the West. If they still having a hard time getting to the NBA playoffs with this roster, then it would be another battle for them to fix their management because a super team such as this one is expected to dominate the Eastern Conference and get to the NBA finals easily.

And to add some fire into it, Giannis already signed a 3-year extension worth $186M, and he will stay with the Bucks.
https://www.nba.com/news/bucks-giannis-antetokounmpo-extension

This is what I'm saying when "One trade can change everything". Just imagine back when Giannis is kind of threatening the Bucks' front office saying that he will leave the team if they will not compete with the title. Then they got Lillard, and that changes everything including his mindset. Now they are the favorites to win the title already just because they got Dame. The East isn't as loaded with the West, and with Dame going to the East, that makes the East better knowing that Commissioner Adam Silver is thinking of putting back the East Vs. West format in the all-star game. Nonetheless, that trade changes everything not only for the Bucks, but for the whole NBA.

Overall, I expect them to be a good duo, but I would want to see who will be their 3rd player of the team to complete that "Big 3". Middleton maybe is the best fit, but nonetheless, the team's gonna be in the NBA Finals, unless injury spoils it. That's my prediction only.

So, that means he's going to be raking in $62 million annually, making him the top earner in the NBA as this list will change.
https://hoopshype.com/salaries/players/

Giannis made a pretty smart move here. I'm guessing he must have been seriously impressed by Lillard's performance during the season , which is why he decided to lock in that contract extension just a day before the regular season kicked off.

Making that sure money while working his way to create that great combination between him and Lilard, though we didn't see any
special out from Lilard during the pre-season games,

But I believe that Giannis sees something, and he believes that it's worth to take that risk pairing with Lilard and be as competitive as they can this
coming season.

Not that hard to assume that the chance of them moving back to the finals is really possible, if that new duo will showcase there
offensive capabilities and manage to support each other inside the court. They can bring more excitement to the fans and viewers.

[stadus]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

The Bucks will surely be capable of reaching back to the NBA finals if they stay healthy throughout this season because they are currently the best team in the East right now and all other strong teams are in the West. If they still having a hard time getting to the NBA playoffs with this roster, then it would be another battle for them to fix their management because a super team such as this one is expected to dominate the Eastern Conference and get to the NBA finals easily.

And to add some fire into it, Giannis already signed a 3-year extension worth $186M, and he will stay with the Bucks.
https://www.nba.com/news/bucks-giannis-antetokounmpo-extension

This is what I'm saying when "One trade can change everything". Just imagine back when Giannis is kind of threatening the Bucks' front office saying that he will leave the team if they will not compete with the title. Then they got Lillard, and that changes everything including his mindset. Now they are the favorites to win the title already just because they got Dame. The East isn't as loaded with the West, and with Dame going to the East, that makes the East better knowing that Commissioner Adam Silver is thinking of putting back the East Vs. West format in the all-star game. Nonetheless, that trade changes everything not only for the Bucks, but for the whole NBA.

Overall, I expect them to be a good duo, but I would want to see who will be their 3rd player of the team to complete that "Big 3". Middleton maybe is the best fit, but nonetheless, the team's gonna be in the NBA Finals, unless injury spoils it. That's my prediction only.

So, that means he's going to be raking in $62 million annually, making him the top earner in the NBA as this list will change.
https://hoopshype.com/salaries/players/

Giannis made a pretty smart move here. I'm guessing he must have been seriously impressed by Lillard's performance during the season , which is why he decided to lock in that contract extension just a day before the regular season kicked off.

Making that sure money while working his way to create that great combination between him and Lilard, though we didn't see any
special out from Lilard during the pre-season games,

But I believe that Giannis sees something, and he believes that it's worth to take that risk pairing with Lilard and be as competitive as they can this
coming season.

He must have really thought this through before making a decision. He was offered a massive contract, and it's just for three years, so he won't be locked in for too long. And of course, the chance to play with Lillard, a bona fide superstar, is an opportunity Giannis hasn't had before. This is a bit of a gamble to see if their partnership will work, but even if it doesn't, he won't really lose out, considering the huge amount of money he's already secured.

Not that hard to assume that the chance of them moving back to the finals is really possible, if that new duo will showcase there
offensive capabilities and manage to support each other inside the court. They can bring more excitement to the fans and viewers.

They became the heavy favorite to win the championship when the trade news about Lillard came out. But now, they are only slightly behind the Celtics, with a very minimal difference. So, in terms of their chances of making it to the Finals, they seem to have a good shot. Bookmakers wouldn't set odds like that if they didn't believe they had a strong chance.

For championship odds
[ https://www.espn.ph/sports-betting/story/_/id/38697035/2023-24-nba-futures-finals-conference-division-odds ]

[inthelongrun]

Just one more sleep until NBA basketball kicks off. I think with the Damian Lillard trade the Bucks became the team to beat in the East and I think the pickup of Bradley Beal makes the Suns the team to beat in the West. I think the Warriors will have another good year along with the Celtics and Nuggets, but I think the Bucks take home the crown this year.

It's going to be a good NBA season. We've seen the Bucks getting Dame, and they are already a powerful team in the East already. But with a Lillard acquisition they again put themselves on the top of the favorites. But they still have the Sixers with the reigning MVP to contend, although the dram surrounding James Harden might have a impact on them. Celtics too, get one of the best defensive guards on Jrue Holiday from the Bucks and with Tatum and Brown hitting their prime years. they are another team to watch out. Although I will say that once weakness could be their coach, but we will see.

In the West, I will go with the Suns and the Nuggets as well. Book + KD + Beal, they have their own version now of big 3. But then again, the Nuggets as reigning champion still has the momentum from last year as their core is still intact.

It is less than 24 hours before the start of the games. We're expecting another good season. We also have good opening games. I already have bets on Denver Nuggets -5.5 and Phoenix Suns ML.

For me, it is a toss-up between the Bucks and the Celtics in the East. But in the West, I slightly favor the defending champs, the Nuggets. Though it lost some good role players in the summer, I still pick the Denver Nuggets since the core remains the same and it is already proven while the Suns, Bucks, and Celtics have yet to show us something that they are indeed better teams than the previous season.

[arwin100]

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But when it comes to popularity, I don't think he'll surpass LeBron and other Hall of Famers.

I don't think he will last 10 years in the league to even be in the conversation of top players but maybe he could be as popular as Yao Ming. Remember him? I will consider Wemby as lucky if he could last more than 5 years playing the game competitively. He is quite agile for his size and aggressive as well so that may take a toll on his body sooner than he expects.

For now its early to tell we only see him play on pre-season which players is putting all their efforts because they are avoiding early injury. But if he could able to play long games and stay healthy for the span of 5 years then bring another championship to Spurs maybe this could be his ticket to be listed as Hall of famer for Spurs. We can all agree that Wemby is phenomenal talent and its just he need to keep his physical health at upper most level so he can unlock all the potential he have and be a dominant player on NBA. For sure many are looking forward for him to dominate since he's been so hype for couple of years and he translate all of it on preseason so this coming opening for sure many of his fans would really watch his first regular game on NBA and see if he can able to compete on real physical game brought up by those though defenders.