2025 NBA Season

[Baofeng]

This is the KD that we had all admired. Just wow, magic hands but this doesn't happen at all times. Congratulations to the team USA.

Tatum seems heated the seat.

The way KD is carrying Team USA is far different from how he played last season with the Phoenix Suns. He's performing better in the Olympics than in the NBA playoffs. I can't imagine KD did that, never missing a shot in the first half. I think he is the first one to achieve that in the Olympics with over 8 attempts.

KD already earned Gold Medals: 2020 Olympic Games, 2016 Olympic Games, 2012 Olympic Games, 2010 FIBA World Championship. (https://www.usab.com/players/kevin-durant)

That's the KD that we adore watching, very efficient. It's still there but I guess the defense in the NBA is simply better than how it is in the Olympics, especially against Serbia which is not known for their defense. KD had a lot of help which is not seen in the Phoenix Suns so I guess we cannot use the comparison. He has Lebron James here who is also efficient, especially in passing the ball. All KD would do is catch and shoot it or post up and use his length to his advantage. Truly, this is one heck of a scary Team USA with so many weapons in their arsenal.
I doubt they will be defeated even once in this qualifying event and until the finals. It's just hard to imagine a team defeating them unless they get careless.

Yes, the defense is very different in the Olympics, although the Serbia games we have seen some good defense put up by the Serbians as they have a couple of steals and probably chance the shot of some USA players, but still the difference is that the USA is so deep with talents.

And with that KD performance, you really have to admired him and Lebron taking over this game. And we still misses Tatum too, but I do see that Kerr will give him time in the floor in the next game. Perhaps I just see some weakness in the inside, and Joel will have to work very hard or even AD and Bam if there will be more taller players that they will face in their next game. Joel has difficulty containing Jokic in this game, in my opinion. So what more if there are a lot of centers from the other team that will rotate.

[dwyane36]

I doubt they will be defeated even once in this qualifying event and until the finals. It's just hard to imagine a team defeating them unless they get careless.

With so many all-star players on the roster, it's almost unrealistic that they will suffer even one loss in this tournament. Even assuming KD and LeBron play poorly in a single game, the US team still has other players capable of taking on any opposing team in this tournament.

[Fredomago]

I doubt they will be defeated even once in this qualifying event and until the finals. It's just hard to imagine a team defeating them unless they get careless.

With so many all-star players on the roster, it's almost unrealistic that they will suffer even one loss in this tournament. Even assuming KD and LeBron play poorly in a single game, the US team still has other players capable of taking on any opposing team in this tournament.

Yeah right, there are all superstars and they are all capable in carrying the team just got some minutes and rotate the ball then it's going to be tough to any opponents to beat them, though we can't assure or conclude things that might happened but still positive that the dominance will continue, they've got all the position covered and with the skillsets and talents these squad have it's something that will keep them on top.

[wheelz1200]

This is the KD that we had all admired. Just wow, magic hands but this doesn't happen at all times. Congratulations to the team USA.

Tatum seems heated the seat.

The way KD is carrying Team USA is far different from how he played last season with the Phoenix Suns. He's performing better in the Olympics than in the NBA playoffs. I can't imagine KD did that, never missing a shot in the first half. I think he is the first one to achieve that in the Olympics with over 8 attempts.

KD already earned Gold Medals: 2020 Olympic Games, 2016 Olympic Games, 2012 Olympic Games, 2010 FIBA World Championship. (https://www.usab.com/players/kevin-durant)

Oh, I wasn't aware that KD is part of history in the Olympics, it will he his 4th Gold if everything went smooth for the US team. It's really hard to compare though players not just KD in the playoffs as in the Olympics, totally different experience for them.

The women's side as well won in the opener, same margin. So I guess the men's and women's side as the heavy favorites for the Gold.

KD is actually probably lying the most decorated international US basketball player.  I think he leads all of US in points in history for the US.  His game is perfectly situated for the international game and crosses over well.  I think not being double teamed and being able to hag on the outside helps him a lot.  Either way gonna be a fun Olympics to watch.

[danherbias07]

I doubt they will be defeated even once in this qualifying event and until the finals. It's just hard to imagine a team defeating them unless they get careless.

With so many all-star players on the roster, it's almost unrealistic that they will suffer even one loss in this tournament. Even assuming KD and LeBron play poorly in a single game, the US team still has other players capable of taking on any opposing team in this tournament.

Very possible that they won't lose any of the game even if 2 or 3 stars are off night. There's just too much firepower in their arsenal. Heck, Anthony Edwards is already a big threat, and putting in Steph Curry and Davis changes everything.

https://x.com/wojespn/status/1818398396824031431

One-year only.
I don't know why but I thought he did great when OG was hurt especially on the defensive end. I mean, there could've been a better contract or they don't have the cap space anymore. But I do believe the New York Knicks are too focused on offensive firepower instead of getting defensive players. Well, I think it is wrong because the Celtics ain't like that. Boston has been playing great defense which is why they are the champions. Defense wins championships.

[TravelMug]

^^ Yeah, it was a surprised why only 1 year did the Knicks offered to Precious Achiuwa, he is a two way player though. So he can offer defense and at the same time play offense as well. Perhaps it was more of the salary cap for them and so the offer was just for a year and then see how it goes.

They already have so much fire power and when Randle return they will have a lot of options. So they should have focus on defense. But if you have to look at it, they are in the top 5 in defense already. And as far as Boston defense? They are the top team so you are right about defense winning championships.

[LogitechMouse]

^^ Yeah, it was a surprised why only 1 year did the Knicks offered to Precious Achiuwa, he is a two way player though. So he can offer defense and at the same time play offense as well. Perhaps it was more of the salary cap for them and so the offer was just for a year and then see how it goes.

They already have so much fire power and when Randle return they will have a lot of options. So they should have focus on defense. But if you have to look at it, they are in the top 5 in defense already. And as far as Boston defense? They are the top team so you are right about defense winning championships.

Maybe the Knicks isn't impressed that much in how he played last season with them, but they need a good defender since Hartenstein already went to the Thunder. If they will not get a big to defend the paint, I'll believe that this Knicks will rely on small ball which I don't know if it's still relevant until now.

Achiuwa's averaged 7.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 24.2 minutes based on the official website of ESPN. Not a bad stats knowing that he's playing very limited time. He's a good 2nd unit, but he can be their starting center for the upcoming season. As for Randle, many look at him as a superstar and there's nothing wrong about it, but he only got those good stats because of his shot volume. He averaged more than 15 shots per game, and his defense isn't that good as well (for me) so I will not be surprised if the Knicks will try to trade him if he plays bad in the upcoming season.

[Dave1]

^^ Yeah, it was a surprised why only 1 year did the Knicks offered to Precious Achiuwa, he is a two way player though. So he can offer defense and at the same time play offense as well. Perhaps it was more of the salary cap for them and so the offer was just for a year and then see how it goes.

They already have so much fire power and when Randle return they will have a lot of options. So they should have focus on defense. But if you have to look at it, they are in the top 5 in defense already. And as far as Boston defense? They are the top team so you are right about defense winning championships.

Maybe the Knicks isn't impressed that much in how he played last season with them, but they need a good defender since Hartenstein already went to the Thunder. If they will not get a big to defend the paint, I'll believe that this Knicks will rely on small ball which I don't know if it's still relevant until now.

Achiuwa's averaged 7.6 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 1.1 blocks in 24.2 minutes based on the official website of ESPN. Not a bad stats knowing that he's playing very limited time. He's a good 2nd unit, but he can be their starting center for the upcoming season. As for Randle, many look at him as a superstar and there's nothing wrong about it, but he only got those good stats because of his shot volume. He averaged more than 15 shots per game, and his defense isn't that good as well (for me) so I will not be surprised if the Knicks will try to trade him if he plays bad in the upcoming season.

Still a good catch for the Knicks, I think it will be Mitchell Robinson who will be their starting center assuming he is healthy since Hartenstein has move to Thunder. So still a good player at PF to Center position for the Knicks.

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

[Maslate]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

[dwyane36]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

Randle's contract isn't that huge. He will get $30 million for the upcoming season, and the 25/26 season is already a player option in his contract. I think this upcoming season will be important for Randle in terms of his future career. If Randle performs as well as he did before his injury, the Knicks may re-sign him next offseason. However, if his performance is mediocre, the Knicks will probably get rid of him.

[Natalim]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

Randle's contract isn't that huge. He will get $30 million for the upcoming season, and the 25/26 season is already a player option in his contract. I think this upcoming season will be important for Randle in terms of his future career. If Randle performs as well as he did before his injury, the Knicks may re-sign him next offseason. However, if his performance is mediocre, the Knicks will probably get rid of him.

Brunson currently at the top of the list in the payroll, so he is expected to get a bigger contract if he gets re-signed.
About his stats. average 24PPG last season, I think that is very much acceptable.
https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/randlju01.html

However, since he was injured, he'll be tested in the season to come if he could still deliver the same number, if his numbers will drop significantly, then most likely he won't be in the Knicks uniform once the contract expires.

[avp2306]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

Randle's contract isn't that huge. He will get $30 million for the upcoming season, and the 25/26 season is already a player option in his contract. I think this upcoming season will be important for Randle in terms of his future career. If Randle performs as well as he did before his injury, the Knicks may re-sign him next offseason. However, if his performance is mediocre, the Knicks will probably get rid of him.

Maybe this upcoming season will be a test for their team if he became more better if Randle is back on their roster and also if he could able to perform well again. But if he cannot get back to his old form and became a liability for Knicks then provably he might end up getting traded since for sure Knicks would find more quality player that can help them to became a contender team again.

But Randle still 29 years old so maybe he could able to recover from last injury he got. But let see what will happen to Knicks if they can reach far again since their last run is already a great achievement for their team. We can see that they have good potential especially if their players are all healthy.

[Fredomago]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

Brunson gave them good spot from their last campaign I also think that he deserve that treatment, not unless there's something left for Randle in terms of leadership, more on how the coach side whether how they'll going to control the ball if who's going to take charge, hopefully they'll manage to work togehter for the betterment of the team.

We will find it out this upcoming season if how NYK will perform and if they'll be able to move forward and be a good contender of the title, still a long way for them to catch up and established that bond playing together.

[ultrloa]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

Brunson gave them good spot from their last campaign I also think that he deserve that treatment, not unless there's something left for Randle in terms of leadership, more on how the coach side whether how they'll going to control the ball if who's going to take charge, hopefully they'll manage to work togehter for the betterment of the team.

We will find it out this upcoming season if how NYK will perform and if they'll be able to move forward and be a good contender of the title, still a long way for them to catch up and established that bond playing together.

Provably he will get more better attention than anyone else in the roster. He is there star player and already proven that he could able to bring his team in different level. But also for sure they still have good faith on Randle since he's still a good player. For sure that they look forward for better run especially that he's back on their line up. But in case he can't contribute the way how Knicks wanted to him then I guess all discussions about trading him might came true. But its early to discuss about that since for sure Randle is also hungry to get back on court so provably he provably do all he can just to provide a good contribution for his team. Also yeah we will just find this up in next season if everything will be good in side of Knicks.

[danherbias07]

Imagine being screened by this guy.

What will you feel? It's hilarious and amazing whoever took that photo.
A real-life David vs Goliath! 7ft 3in NBA star Victor Wembanyama goes viral as France center towers over his 5ft 6in Japanese opponent during Paris Olympics match
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/olympics/article-13691591/wembanyama-victor-japan-france-olympics-tower.html

All Wemby needs to do is put the ball as high as he can and I doubt someone could reach it. But still, I am amazed at how Japan handled France by taking the game to overtime although they are a super underdog in that match. They fought well but fell short and France won the game by 4 points only.

Puerto Rico versus Serbia is now in 4TH quarter and the Serbians are in a big lead. Yes, they might cover that -16.5.
Later, the USA versus South Sudan.

[fullhdpixel]

I don't know but I have a feeling that Randle won't be the same again after the multiply injuries that he had suffered already and for me, Brunson now is the new leader of the team and no longer Julius. Not sure how long is Randle's contract with the Knicks, but if everything falls out for him next season, he might be in the discussion for a trade.

The Knicks will likely trade Randle because they've already proven they are still a great team without him. I mean, Randle's contract is huge, and the team could sign more players if they let him go or accept a trade. And yes, it should be Brunson who leads the team as his leadership is very effective. As a point guard, he makes great decisions that get everyone involved. If they were healthy last playoffs, I think they could have given a good series to Boston and might have even won the NBA finals as Dallas didn't turn out to be that strong.

Who would get him though? Randle doesn't have a cheap contract, and if they want to get rid of him, they are going to have to pay with picks, and that's not helpful at all.

If they do that for this season, they will get rid of his contract, but no team will be sending anyone great in exchange of Randle neither, they are going to take a look at just last two years and see what happened with him. Don't get me wrong, if we were talking about just the talent here, Randle has a great talent and would do just fine, but we are talking about injuries too, which means that any team willing to trade for him would be aware of this injury problem and would not risk any good players for injury prone Randle.

Knicks might as well just keep him, wait out his contract to end, and not sign him back at all, that would be the best result, at that point they would have some contract cap opened up, and they could get someone from free agency to help the team. They could also chase a few good picks too, getting some young stars around Brunson, but that may take a long time and it may also fail as well if picks do not turn out to be good players. Knicks is a terribly managed team, so I doubt they would do anything good.

[xLays]

Imagine being screened by this guy.
https://www.talkimg.com/images/2024/07/31/5AbgW.png https://www.talkimg.com/images/2024/07/31/5ADuJ.png
What will you feel? It's hilarious and amazing whoever took that photo.
A real-life David vs Goliath! 7ft 3in NBA star Victor Wembanyama goes viral as France center towers over his 5ft 6in Japanese opponent during Paris Olympics match
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/olympics/article-13691591/wembanyama-victor-japan-france-olympics-tower.html

All Wemby needs to do is put the ball as high as he can and I doubt someone could reach it. But still, I am amazed at how Japan handled France by taking the game to overtime although they are a super underdog in that match. They fought well but fell short and France won the game by 4 points only.

If you ask me, if I were in that situation where I'm only 5'7" and I have to guard players who are 7 feet tall, of course, I would be nervous. You'd think that if they set a screen on you like that, you'd immediately worry about getting injured. What Japan's Basketball team is doing here is all about heart. It's just unfortunate that it looks like they were cheated by France's home court. Japan Team could have won if the last shot by the French player wasn't counted as a foul. Hopefully, Japan Basketball can at least get one win in their group so that they still have a chance to make it to the quarterfinals.

[OgNasty]

Team USA moving Embiid out of the starting lineup in favor of Anthony Davis is the right move in my opinion. Embiid just doesn’t seem to be transitioning well to international basketball, which is odd since he’s an international player… Still, Davis has been playing great and their lineup today with Davis and Tatum instead of Embiid and KD looks nasty.

[passwordnow]

Team USA moving Embiid out of the starting lineup in favor of Anthony Davis is the right move in my opinion. Embiid just doesn’t seem to be transitioning well to international basketball, which is odd since he’s an international player… Still, Davis has been playing great and their lineup today with Davis and Tatum instead of Embiid and KD looks nasty.

He's throwing inside the court to be honest and many aren't impressed with how he has played with most of their games. Plus the fact that he has chose USA over countries France and Cameroon for which he might become a hero for playing for them. Well, it's understandable that he wants to get his chip of that probable gold medal. And as for Jayson Tatum who didn't have got playing time with their last match, this probably what Kerr is giving to him. Anyway, they've won against South Sudan on this match. Next match of USA is going to be against Puerto Rico and Serbia's next opponent is South Sudan. We've got games for group A and B tomorrow.

[MK-74]

Jarrett Allen signed a 3-year, $91 million maximum contract with the Cleveland Cavaliers.

There is talk that Jerami Grant will go to the Los Angeles Lakers. It could be a good transfer for the Lakers, but I am not sure.
Lakers have been very quiet in the transfer window this year.