2025 NBA Season

[Distinctin]

The fourth game went as I expected, the Celtics did nothing to win and gave up too early. It was like they missed shots on purpose, they weren't focused at all. They want to finish this series at home and celebrate in front of their fans. Game 5 is a good opportunity for that, but if things go wrong and the series will be 3-2, I can't imagine Game 6 in Dallas. The Celtics have to finish this series in Game 5.

Somehow I was expecting for Boston to win game 4 to avoid possible upsets. But a lot are indeed expecting it so Boston can crown in front of their adoring fans. The game was a little obvious. There were even times when the Dallas crowd were silent, probably because it's obvious and there's no excitement on that game. There were three point attempts Boston made early in the game that couldn't even touch the ring. There were some good drives to the basket where all of a sudden they just passed it back to their team mates.

Anyways, I am hoping for Boston to close the series in game 5. It's a must because they cannot give Dallas a momentum. It'll be a shame if they're the first team to lost from a 3-0 lead.

They got outplayed in that game, if that happen in game 3 as well, then this series would become more unpredictable. But here we are, it will be game 5 tomorrow and I cannot disagree with you, the Boston Celtics has to win the game and finish the series so they Mavs will not gain that confidence that will only put the chance of Boston in the line if they'll allow another game. They know how dangerous the Mavs at home, so if can't finish the business tomorrow, I guess we can expect a game 7 here.

I think it's time for them to bring back KP in the line up to add sa lenght. According to the update from ;
https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/basketball/news/celtics-kristaps-porzingis-questionable-for-game-5/

He is still questionable if he can play, I don't what to expect but in game 4, he suit up but didn't play, so most probably the injury might be serious. What you guys think the Celtics should do to end the series? i'm sure it will be hard for them to forget what happened in game 4, so can they bounce back strong in game 5?

[ultrloa]

The fourth game went as I expected, the Celtics did nothing to win and gave up too early. It was like they missed shots on purpose, they weren't focused at all. They want to finish this series at home and celebrate in front of their fans. Game 5 is a good opportunity for that, but if things go wrong and the series will be 3-2, I can't imagine Game 6 in Dallas. The Celtics have to finish this series in Game 5.

Somehow I was expecting for Boston to win game 4 to avoid possible upsets. But a lot are indeed expecting it so Boston can crown in front of their adoring fans. The game was a little obvious. There were even times when the Dallas crowd were silent, probably because it's obvious and there's no excitement on that game. There were three point attempts Boston made early in the game that couldn't even touch the ring. There were some good drives to the basket where all of a sudden they just passed it back to their team mates.

Anyways, I am hoping for Boston to close the series in game 5. It's a must because they cannot give Dallas a momentum. It'll be a shame if they're the first team to lost from a 3-0 lead.

I also notice that Brown didn't do much the same on what he usually perform earlier on the finals.

But I'm trying to ignore that there's something wrong happen then just believe that by that time Dallas is so great in defense and offense that's why they take a huge lead to win against Celtics on game 4.

On game 5 we could able to see if Dallas could able to retain their performance or not since if Celtics won far away from them then maybe the assumptions of people that someone's cooking for Dallas not to get a biggest upset on their franchise really happen. I still want Dallas to win since the game still exciting to watch so then again lets see what will happen tomorrow.

[Viscore]

The fourth game went as I expected, the Celtics did nothing to win and gave up too early. It was like they missed shots on purpose, they weren't focused at all. They want to finish this series at home and celebrate in front of their fans. Game 5 is a good opportunity for that, but if things go wrong and the series will be 3-2, I can't imagine Game 6 in Dallas. The Celtics have to finish this series in Game 5.

Somehow I was expecting for Boston to win game 4 to avoid possible upsets. But a lot are indeed expecting it so Boston can crown in front of their adoring fans. The game was a little obvious. There were even times when the Dallas crowd were silent, probably because it's obvious and there's no excitement on that game. There were three point attempts Boston made early in the game that couldn't even touch the ring. There were some good drives to the basket where all of a sudden they just passed it back to their team mates.

Anyways, I am hoping for Boston to close the series in game 5. It's a must because they cannot give Dallas a momentum. It'll be a shame if they're the first team to lost from a 3-0 lead.

I also notice that Brown didn't do much the same on what he usually perform earlier on the finals.

But I'm trying to ignore that there's something wrong happen then just believe that by that time Dallas is so great in defense and offense that's why they take a huge lead to win against Celtics on game 4.

On game 5 we could able to see if Dallas could able to retain their performance or not since if Celtics won far away from them then maybe the assumptions of people that someone's cooking for Dallas not to get a biggest upset on their franchise really happen. I still want Dallas to win since the game still exciting to watch so then again lets see what will happen tomorrow.

If the Celtics lose, it will not be in a blowout. It's interesting to see how people suddenly change their beliefs. Before, they thought that Dallas had no chance and would be swept, but now many sports enthusiasts believe that Dallas could make an upset and possibly make history. I can't wait for game 5. I hope we see a very close game, and regardless of which team wins, as long as the fans are fully entertained, it will be worth it.

The best time for the Celtics to win is game 5. They are at their home court, and they could celebrate with their fans.

[Fredomago]

The story going around now is that Klay Thompson received a 3 year $84 million dollar contract offer from the Orlando Magic and when he took the deal to the Warriors for them to match it they wished him well in Orlando.  So at least right now it looks like Klay will be on the Magic for the next three years, likely his final years in the league.  Not sure if I like this end for him, but Orlando at least made the playoffs this year so they are a legitimate postseason contender.

So he's going to the Orlando Magic, they did great this playoffs and maybe he's gonna be a good fit in there. This might be the time that Klay will play as the captain of the team then.

It's gonna be new adjustment for him but Magic's roster seems to be better for the last season's that we've got.

And IMO, he's gonna be a good addition there and might take farther than their run on the playoffs.

if this will happen I agree that he will be a good addition to this young generation of stars, Banchero and the rest of the cores do need veteran player who can give them insight with how to improve both offense and the defense of the team, before the injury Klay do really that good support for Steph not just with his shooting capabilities but also as a star stopper, just like how Pippen did for Mj, that's how Klay support and help Steph, and if ever that Warriors will let him go, his experienced might be a good addition for this young Orlando team, let see if that will happen or if thers's still negotiation behind from the Warriors.

[Beparanf]

If the Celtics lose, it will not be in a blowout. It's interesting to see how people suddenly change their beliefs. Before, they thought that Dallas had no chance and would be swept, but now many sports enthusiasts believe that Dallas could make an upset and possibly make history. I can't wait for game 5. I hope we see a very close game, and regardless of which team wins, as long as the fans are fully entertained, it will be worth it.

The best time for the Celtics to win is game 5. They are at their home court, and they could celebrate with their fans.

This is due to the influence of the current result. People beliefs can be easily confused based on the recent results and not the overall game progress. There’s a lot of Dallas fan out there that’s why those who already lost their hope comes back again to support since Dallas already show a sign of revival although the possibility of reverse sweep is very low since they are against Boston.

Dallas only chance to get this done is when Boston once again choke while they become consistent especially Gafford on dominating the paint. Boston weakness on game 5 is lack of rebounds that’s why they have less 2nd chance points compared to Dallas.

[btc_angela]

The fourth game went as I expected, the Celtics did nothing to win and gave up too early. It was like they missed shots on purpose, they weren't focused at all. They want to finish this series at home and celebrate in front of their fans. Game 5 is a good opportunity for that, but if things go wrong and the series will be 3-2, I can't imagine Game 6 in Dallas. The Celtics have to finish this series in Game 5.

Somehow I was expecting for Boston to win game 4 to avoid possible upsets. But a lot are indeed expecting it so Boston can crown in front of their adoring fans. The game was a little obvious. There were even times when the Dallas crowd were silent, probably because it's obvious and there's no excitement on that game. There were three point attempts Boston made early in the game that couldn't even touch the ring. There were some good drives to the basket where all of a sudden they just passed it back to their team mates.

Anyways, I am hoping for Boston to close the series in game 5. It's a must because they cannot give Dallas a momentum. It'll be a shame if they're the first team to lost from a 3-0 lead.

I also notice that Brown didn't do much the same on what he usually perform earlier on the finals.

But I'm trying to ignore that there's something wrong happen then just believe that by that time Dallas is so great in defense and offense that's why they take a huge lead to win against Celtics on game 4.

On game 5 we could able to see if Dallas could able to retain their performance or not since if Celtics won far away from them then maybe the assumptions of people that someone's cooking for Dallas not to get a biggest upset on their franchise really happen. I still want Dallas to win since the game still exciting to watch so then again lets see what will happen tomorrow.

If the Celtics lose, it will not be in a blowout. It's interesting to see how people suddenly change their beliefs. Before, they thought that Dallas had no chance and would be swept, but now many sports enthusiasts believe that Dallas could make an upset and possibly make history. I can't wait for game 5. I hope we see a very close game, and regardless of which team wins, as long as the fans are fully entertained, it will be worth it.

That is the very definition of sports though, I mean the Dallas team just needed one game to get themselves going in this series. And so they got that in game 4 and you can hear post game interview that Luka believed that they can make it and become history.

The best time for the Celtics to win is game 5. They are at their home court, and they could celebrate with their fans.

For sure, but they will have to take it even in American America, if they losses this one obviously they will have to go back to Dallas again and try to win that game. I would agree that the confetti is already in the Boston Garden already but they will have to go for another tough game here.

[jakelyson]

Kyrie was so humble in his post-game interview.
If I was in his position I would just say simply that we know their weakness and they may not win another game anymore. Ain't that true?
This ain't a lucky win. The Mavs weakness is Luka Doncic not playing defense and if he do, there's no hole anymore. Tatum scored but most of it are forced. JB have a rat on his body and he is scared to shoot the ball against the strong men of the Mavericks beneath the paint.
So, the only thing that's hindering the Mavs to win more games is them.  Play defense and another blowout will happen.

For sure he is very humble because it is only 1 game win and he will surely not give a hint if they have seen a weakness in the Boston Celtics or if it is because of Kristaps Porziņģis absence They will never say that way as the game is still crucial anything can still happen the Mavericks may have won the 4th game dominantly but it doesn't mean they already won it all for sure he is still keeping it to himself he doesn't want to spoil the game for sure.

I believe that NBA can be rigged but not from the cooperation of the players, refs can rig it but not the players. let's just say that the body language of a team that are down big time is really different when they are up, and in that game where Dallas have a huge lead early and no matter what the Celtics do they cannot go back, so it's kinda mix emotion to them that they are frustrated at the same time. Man, let's just give that to Dallas, but if Dallas still beat Celtics in game 5, then that would prove they didn't rig it, Dallas just found the way to beat them.

Again, I don’t said that they rigged it, you are the only assume it  . I’m pointing out that they are not playing 100% on this game probably due to their advantage while Dallas show a great strength on the 1st half. There’s no effort visible with them on this match.

Great observation of what the Boston Celtics are doing I have noticed that they are like a different team I don't really consider that it is all because Kristaps Porziņģis was not on the team but the Dallas Mavericks are getting fired up and Dereck Lively II was doing great in the paint area he is saving so much with the rebound and making great defense while Luka Doncic was even active with chasing the defense and the ball it was really a team play and so the Boston Celtics might give this game for them to be ready in the next one, I guess only Boston Fans are thinking that this game final was rigged.

I also notice that Brown didn't do much the same on what he usually perform earlier on the finals.

But I'm trying to ignore that there's something wrong happen then just believe that by that time Dallas is so great in defense and offense that's why they take a huge lead to win against Celtics on game 4.

On game 5 we could able to see if Dallas could able to retain their performance or not since if Celtics won far away from them then maybe the assumptions of people that someone's cooking for Dallas not to get a biggest upset on their franchise really happen. I still want Dallas to win since the game still exciting to watch so then again lets see what will happen tomorrow.

We will definitely see it in tomorrow's game it will be a banger of a game as the Boston Celtics had a taste of what the Mavericks can do they will surely have to play even tighter and not a single error is needed on this game I really don't know if this is because of not having Porziņģis or something else, while the Mavericks got Lively on their side just for a change getting those defense ongoing in the part of the Mavericks.

[OgNasty]

I’m a little bit sad today. Feels gloomy knowing that it is likely the last day of the NBA season. Sure, there will be offseason drama to keep us going, but no basketball for a while. I wouldn’t mind seeing Dallas extend the series a little longer, but my money is on Boston ending things at home tonight.

[LGD2Business]

I think it was meant to be and everybody should be happy about it. Doncic carried his team all the way here, he prevented the sweep in the finals. But there was nothing more he could do, because this Boston team has been the best team in years. They showed in the regular season that they were the favorites, they lost only 2 games and made it to the finals while the strong teams in the West were beating each other. Most importantly, they managed to stay healthy, except for Porzingis. Having a star like Horford on the team made up for that loss. I think they have a super 8-man main rotation. They are the most deserving champions. I expect them to close out the series tonight.

[livingfree]

So he's going to the Orlando Magic, they did great this playoffs and maybe he's gonna be a good fit in there. This might be the time that Klay will play as the captain of the team then.

It's gonna be new adjustment for him but Magic's roster seems to be better for the last season's that we've got.

And IMO, he's gonna be a good addition there and might take farther than their run on the playoffs.

if this will happen I agree that he will be a good addition to this young generation of stars, Banchero and the rest of the cores do need veteran player who can give them insight with how to improve both offense and the defense of the team, before the injury Klay do really that good support for Steph not just with his shooting capabilities but also as a star stopper, just like how Pippen did for Mj, that's how Klay support and help Steph, and if ever that Warriors will let him go, his experienced might be a good addition for this young Orlando team, let see if that will happen or if thers's still negotiation behind from the Warriors.

Yes, experience wise, they need someone like Klay.

But we will never know if they're going to be a chemistry since there have been players that think they're enough for the team and think no need for any addition.

Eventually, they're going to be able to get along together and make their own history. Let's wait for that news and announcement soon.

And a few hours from now, we're on game 5 for this NBA finals.

[wheelz1200]

I think it was meant to be and everybody should be happy about it. Doncic carried his team all the way here, he prevented the sweep in the finals. But there was nothing more he could do, because this Boston team has been the best team in years. They showed in the regular season that they were the favorites, they lost only 2 games and made it to the finals while the strong teams in the West were beating each other. Most importantly, they managed to stay healthy, except for Porzingis. Having a star like Horford on the team made up for that loss. I think they have a super 8-man main rotation. They are the most deserving champions. I expect them to close out the series tonight.

Celtics are a good Team especially with kristaps on the floor.  But I think without him on the floor they are completely beatable.  Dallas has no one to cover kristaps.  If Dallas can somehow squeak out a win in Boston they head back to Dallas with a chance to lock up the series.  That's how quickly series can change.  It's a long shot but I think Dallas has shot to win tonight.

[passwordnow]

I don't like what's happening, first half is done and there's 21 points lead (67-46) in favor of the Boston Celtics. Well, we probably know where this is going. Luka don't look like doing a lot this time, got 9 points only for this half time. Kyrie Irving got 5 points. Jones Jr. has got 10 points.
Boys, I don't know if they're going to full blast for the last two remaining quarters but they have to do something. Anyway, I'm just ready to see how this game ends and might advance the greetings for the Celtics here.

[Yaunfitda]

Pritchard with that long 3 to closed out the first half as the Celtics established a big lead, 67-46. I think there's no stopping Boston now from claiming another NBA championship this season. Everything is falling for them in the first two quarters.

Of course, the Mavs can make a comeback, but Luka and Kyrie as struggling, and they have a lot of turnovers already as compare to Boston wherein there are a lot of players contributing like Horford who might taste his first championship after being in the league for so many years and then Holiday, his second and thanks to the Bucks for letting him go and it was a blessing in disguise for him.

[EFS]

The Celtics are very close to ending the series. Tatum didn't start the first quarter well, but the second quarter he was on fire. They used the paint very well, and they also made accurate 3-pointers. Everything is going as it should for the Celtics. The Mavs didn't do anything right. They can raise the flag of surrender early. Dončić's battery looks dead, Kyrie can't do anything. They got 3 three-point contributions from the bench, but nothing else. At one point the Mavs closed the gap when Mazzulla switched to a 5 short players lineup, but the Celtics played last minutes as well in the second quarter as they did in the first. I don't think the 21-point lead will be closed. Only 24 minutes left for the Celtics to win another championship.

[xLays]

I'm surprised no one is talking about who will gonna win the NBA Finals MVP. it's obvious that Celtics will close the series tonight but no one knows between Tatum and Jalen Green gonna win the MVP finals. But if you ask me who will the win the Finals MVP, for me I think it's Jayson Tatum because of what his doing right now (game 5). If Tatum wins the Finals MVP I also win in contest in our Local Board (Pilipinas). 🤣

The hell Jalen Brown wins the Finals MVP

[Darker45]

And there you have it. There's the real game of the Celtics. Some insisted that game 4 was a legit Dallas victory. Well, there's another game to refute that. Every Celtic can dribble, drive, and carry that ball to the basket and make some scores. As to the Mavericks, well, there are only two. The rest can only wait for that pass from afar and make that shot.

The TD Garden deserves this. The Celtics fans deserve a championship victory right in front of them. That has long been elusive. It's long overdue.

[yahoo62278]

It's official, the Celtics are the champs for the 2023-2024 season. Dominated the Mavericks the whole way and won the championship in front of their home crowd. Congrat's on the win!!!

[Shinpako09]

There you go, finally, Tatum got his first ring, as well as Porzingis, Brown, Horford, White, etc. The problem with Dallas is they don't have as many players or options as Boston that could be lethal. They only have Luka and Irving; the others aren't as effective compared to the players of Boston. Now, I wonder, what if Boston faced the Wolves or the Nuggets? Maybe it would have been a different story. Anyway, congrats to the Celtics.

[LogitechMouse]

I'm surprised no one is talking about who will gonna win the NBA Finals MVP. it's obvious that Celtics will close the series tonight but no one knows between Tatum and Jalen Green gonna win the MVP finals. But if you ask me who will the win the Finals MVP, for me I think it's Jayson Tatum because of what his doing right now (game 5). If Tatum wins the Finals MVP I also win in contest in our Local Board (Pilipinas). 🤣

The hell Jalen Brown wins the Finals MVP

Just for context, Jayson Tatum is the first player in NBA history who leads the team in Points, Rebounds and Assists in the whole NBA Finals series, won the NBA title, but didn't won the Finals MVP. He literally got robbed that's for sure. As for the contest, unfortunately, you didn't win. There's always be a next time anyways. 

Anyway, I guess the first 2 games of Tatum in the NBA Finals also affected his place in the Finals MVP race. Tatum might have better performance on the final 3 games, but Brown has been a consistent scorer for the team the whole time hence, that might be one reason as to why he won the Finals MVP. I'm not a hater of Brown, but I don't like him because he doesn't know how to dribble on his left hand. He got that very huge contract, and now he got a title + a Finals MVP on his career. Definitely worth a respect from me.

Well, congratulations to the Celtics. The regular season is over, the playoffs are over, but the DRAMA around the league isn't over and it will not be over until it's over.

[Dave1]

There you go, finally, Tatum got his first ring, as well as Porzingis, Brown, Horford, White, etc. The problem with Dallas is they don't have as many players or options as Boston that could be lethal. They only have Luka and Irving; the others aren't as effective compared to the players of Boston. Now, I wonder, what if Boston faced the Wolves or the Nuggets? Maybe it would have been a different story. Anyway, congrats to the Celtics.

They have, they wouldn't reach the West finals if they don't have players that have caliber. But the problem here is that the Celtics were able to take away that, Lively and Gafford, there we no alley-oop passes to them, PJ Washington's 3 point was missing here in this series.

While the Celtics has defensive stoppers and then have the best duo Tatum and Brown to take the load of the scoring and they do played good defensively that's why Luka had a hard time in either against them if they are guarded. So congrats to Boston, that question is, will we see a new era and dynasty for the Celtics?