2026 NBA Season

[TravelMug]

Just to add, the Warriors also won against the Pistons 115-110. The duo of Curry and Butler are combined for 58 points. The Warriors really became better after the got Butler. Well, we know what are the capabilities of a Jimmy Butler, and he's happy with the team, and he's been paid big time so... I guess that adds up to why the Warriors are on a roll right now.

And the Butler effect, he played his best game as a Warrior as of this date, with 26 big points. Although they misses the services of Podz as he is out nursing a injury and his value is needed in bringing the ball down.

Suddenly though, Draymond becomes clutch, Lol, hitting that dagger 3 and that is enough for the Warriors to win this game and extend their winning 4th game and still in the 6th spot. Tomorrow is the Thunder vs Nuggets game which is another great game to watch just like the Celtics vs Lakers of today.

[fullhdpixel]

Anyone seen Lebron James confronts Stephen A during the Lakers Knicks game?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=teQVkpPNPWM

I saw someone lip reading it, but I forget about the link, but he was saying that Lebron somewhat goes after Stephen A because of what the latter says about Bronny James. And here is the response of Stephen A,

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/w_X3fp7_JmI

If Lebrons son was someone who is totally unrelated to his business, then Stephen A Smith talking about Lebrons son would be out of place and would be something I would be against as well. But Bronny plays for the Lakers as well, dude is a player there and I think just like any other player, Bronny has a chance to get heat at times too.

You can't just get to the NBA and expect no commentators to say anything about you, if you play terrible then they will tell you that you are playing terrible, it is as simple as that. Nobody expected Bronny to be as good as Lebron, that was never an expectation at all, so we can't really go too much on the kid, but also "does he really deserve a spot" will continue to be his issue until he starts to play better, or just leaves.

[Baofeng]

Even though the Pistons have lost their game against the Warriors, they really improved a lot this season. And if ever we have the playoff now and them facing the Knicks in the first round, it will be a dangerous series for the Knicks and I wouldn't sleep on Pistons.

Specially their defense against the Warriors, they really pushed them in this game, and even lead with just 30 seconds if not for the Draymond three and then they fail to score in the next possession. I'm not really sure if they have time out though, if yes, might be better if they called one as the ending is very ugly for them.

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

Anyone seen Lebron James confronts Stephen A during the Lakers Knicks game?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=teQVkpPNPWM

I saw someone lip reading it, but I forget about the link, but he was saying that Lebron somewhat goes after Stephen A because of what the latter says about Bronny James. And here is the response of Stephen A,

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/w_X3fp7_JmI

If Lebrons son was someone who is totally unrelated to his business, then Stephen A Smith talking about Lebrons son would be out of place and would be something I would be against as well. But Bronny plays for the Lakers as well, dude is a player there and I think just like any other player, Bronny has a chance to get heat at times too.

You can't just get to the NBA and expect no commentators to say anything about you, if you play terrible then they will tell you that you are playing terrible, it is as simple as that. Nobody expected Bronny to be as good as Lebron, that was never an expectation at all, so we can't really go too much on the kid, but also "does he really deserve a spot" will continue to be his issue until he starts to play better, or just leaves.

I understand what you are saying, but we should also look at Lebron and know where he is coming from as he doesn't want Stephen A to attack his son and so as a Father, we can say that he is doing his job to protect him in public.

But it's not that Lebron is the only player that he bad mouth as a so called NBA analyst, he attack almost everyone like KD and also got the same treatment as well as KD will not back down from any criticism.

[btc_angela]

So, what’s your bet, guys? Are you taking the Lakers or the Celtics?

Looks like this is turning into a reality check for the Lakers. The first half was interesting, but this third-quarter run by the Celtics might just seal the game. The Lakers are already down by 19, and so far, I haven’t seen them pull off a comeback from this kind of deficit.

There’s still plenty of time, but knowing the Celtics, they’re dominant, and they’re proving it again right now.

Bad game for the Lakers, although they rally, it's not enough as there was a scare on Lebron, as he left with 6 minutes left in the 4th. And maybe if he was in the game, it will be a different outcome.

It was a groin injury as reported, although he said that it's not a matter of emergency, but we still don't know the extend of his injury. Just like what happen to AD when he played with the Mavs, it was said that it was just a groin injury but he is out for weeks now. Hoping though that Lebron will be back during the playoff.

[Wapfika]

Bad game for the Lakers, although they rally, it's not enough as there was a scare on Lebron, as he left with 6 minutes left in the 4th. And maybe if he was in the game, it will be a different outcome.

It was a groin injury as reported, although he said that it's not a matter of emergency, but we still don't know the extend of his injury. Just like what happen to AD when he played with the Mavs, it was said that it was just a groin injury but he is out for weeks now. Hoping though that Lebron will be back during the playoff.

Boston is very good on clutch because they can pit a defense on both Luka and Lebron. I think it will be crucial fight if Lebron play until the end but I still believe that Boston will the game because of their defense is effective against Lakers.

If Lakers is against other tram I think they will have a huge lead since they have monster scorer but Boston is on par with them and at the same time play a good defense so I highly believe that the result will still the same with or without Lebron.

Lebron is not game changer anymore compared before. Luka is now leading Lakers.

[Russlenat]

So, what’s your bet, guys? Are you taking the Lakers or the Celtics?

Looks like this is turning into a reality check for the Lakers. The first half was interesting, but this third-quarter run by the Celtics might just seal the game. The Lakers are already down by 19, and so far, I haven’t seen them pull off a comeback from this kind of deficit.

There’s still plenty of time, but knowing the Celtics, they’re dominant, and they’re proving it again right now.

Bad game for the Lakers, although they rally, it's not enough as there was a scare on Lebron, as he left with 6 minutes left in the 4th. And maybe if he was in the game, it will be a different outcome.

It was a groin injury as reported, although he said that it's not a matter of emergency, but we still don't know the extend of his injury. Just like what happen to AD when he played with the Mavs, it was said that it was just a groin injury but he is out for weeks now. Hoping though that Lebron will be back during the playoff.

This is exactly what I don’t want to see, especially with the playoffs approaching. Now, the healthier team has the best chance to win, and so far, that’s OKC in the West. But the Wolves could also be a threat if Gobert returns.

It’s tough reading the news, but at least their current ranking is solid. As long as they make the playoffs and LeBron is ready, they’ll still have a good shot, even without home-court advantage.

LeBron James isn't too concerned about groin injury that could keep him out 'weeks'

[wheelz1200]

The Lakers will be put to the test today as they head to Boston to face the defending champions. I checked the injury report, and it looks like both teams have their full starting lineups available, so we can say they’re both at 100%. Last time I remember, the Lakers dominated Boston, but this time it’s a different setting. Will Boston get their revenge on their home court?

This should be a great game, it even feels like a potential NBA Finals preview if both teams make it that far.

So, what’s your bet, guys? Are you taking the Lakers or the Celtics?

I had the lakers they covered (todays game was lakers +7.5) i think 8 straight games.  They looked overwhelmed last night.  And thats boston without kristaps porzingas on the floor.  He would be a matchuo nightmare for the lakers, or pretty much anyone in the league.  Boston is the favorite to win it all again.  So are so good even with their bench on the floor.

[yahoo62278]

Even though the Pistons have lost their game against the Warriors, they really improved a lot this season. And if ever we have the playoff now and them facing the Knicks in the first round, it will be a dangerous series for the Knicks and I wouldn't sleep on Pistons.

Specially their defense against the Warriors, they really pushed them in this game, and even lead with just 30 seconds if not for the Draymond three and then they fail to score in the next possession. I'm not really sure if they have time out though, if yes, might be better if they called one as the ending is very ugly for them.

Knicks have went a little downhill since last year IMO and they way to beat them is figure out how to contain Brunson. You figure that out and they are terrible.

The Pistons on the other hand look great compared to last year and might only be 1-2 pieces away from being able to make a serious run.

[Harkorede]

It’s tough reading the news, but at least their current ranking is solid. As long as they make the playoffs and LeBron is ready, they’ll still have a good shot, even without home-court advantage.

LeBron James isn't too concerned about groin injury that could keep him out 'weeks'

I'm sure a lot of us are aware that Lebron is definitely one of the guys that'd do anything to always be on the court, if there is a chance for him to play the next game, Lebron definitely wouldn't miss it, and now that the Lakers are trending the a really great direction compared to where they were at the beginning of the season, that'd be an extra motivation for Lebron to be a part of it. That said, Lakers might really need to not let Lebron force himself into return so as not to aggravate the injury, it would be disastrous for them to make the playoffs and Lebron ends up missing an extended period over a situation that can easily be avoided.

[Jating]

I wasn't able to watch the game, but the number 1 seed Thunder just destroys Jokic and his Nuggets. And it's a battle of potential MVP, Jokic though didn't get his triple double, while SGA with 40 big points and show us who should be the MVP for this year.

My mistake is that I bet on Jokic on over 26.5 here, but after checking the game between the two, I should have go with the under, or go with SGA by over points. Anyhow, learn my lessons to check first the historical data again before putting my bet.

So still though, gonna be close between the two as who will be the MVP.

[wheelz1200]

I wasn't able to watch the game, but the number 1 seed Thunder just destroys Jokic and his Nuggets. And it's a battle of potential MVP, Jokic though didn't get his triple double, while SGA with 40 big points and show us who should be the MVP for this year.

My mistake is that I bet on Jokic on over 26.5 here, but after checking the game between the two, I should have go with the under, or go with SGA by over points. Anyhow, learn my lessons to check first the historical data again before putting my bet.

So still though, gonna be close between the two as who will be the MVP.

You literally cant take one head to head game and use that as the basis for mvp.  Okc's team is a ton better than denvers.  People are getting tired of seeing the same mvp but jokic is honestly having one of the best seasons ever by anyone.  Shai is having a great year but what jokic is doijg has never been done before.  He is having a better year than most of the seasons he won mvp for.  Dude is an alien and will likely end up top 5 player alltime he he continues to keep playing like this.

[Oasisman]

I wasn't able to watch the game, but the number 1 seed Thunder just destroys Jokic and his Nuggets. And it's a battle of potential MVP, Jokic though didn't get his triple double, while SGA with 40 big points and show us who should be the MVP for this year.

My mistake is that I bet on Jokic on over 26.5 here, but after checking the game between the two, I should have go with the under, or go with SGA by over points. Anyhow, learn my lessons to check first the historical data again before putting my bet.

So still though, gonna be close between the two as who will be the MVP.

You literally cant take one head to head game and use that as the basis for mvp.  Okc's team is a ton better than denvers.  People are getting tired of seeing the same mvp but jokic is honestly having one of the best seasons ever by anyone.  Shai is having a great year but what jokic is doijg has never been done before.  He is having a better year than most of the seasons he won mvp for.  Dude is an alien and will likely end up top 5 player alltime he he continues to keep playing like this.

Couldn't agree more and he'll probably going to end up as the Goat among the players who played the Center position.
Denver cannot be a contender and probably miss the playoffs without Jokic. OKC on the other hand, without Shai, they are still a contender in the west.
This alone could be a basis of how to determine a real MVP. It's not just dropping 40-50pts per game while jacking up tons of FT attempts.
Jokic is a definition of a most complete Center to ever play the game.

[wheelz1200]

I wasn't able to watch the game, but the number 1 seed Thunder just destroys Jokic and his Nuggets. And it's a battle of potential MVP, Jokic though didn't get his triple double, while SGA with 40 big points and show us who should be the MVP for this year.

My mistake is that I bet on Jokic on over 26.5 here, but after checking the game between the two, I should have go with the under, or go with SGA by over points. Anyhow, learn my lessons to check first the historical data again before putting my bet.

So still though, gonna be close between the two as who will be the MVP.

You literally cant take one head to head game and use that as the basis for mvp.  Okc's team is a ton better than denvers.  People are getting tired of seeing the same mvp but jokic is honestly having one of the best seasons ever by anyone.  Shai is having a great year but what jokic is doijg has never been done before.  He is having a better year than most of the seasons he won mvp for.  Dude is an alien and will likely end up top 5 player alltime he he continues to keep playing like this.

Couldn't agree more and he'll probably going to end up as the Goat among the players who played the Center position.
Denver cannot be a contender and probably miss the playoffs without Jokic. OKC on the other hand, without Shai, they are still a contender in the west.
This alone could be a basis of how to determine a real MVP. It's not just dropping 40-50pts per game while jacking up tons of FT attempts.
Jokic is a definition of a most complete Center to ever play the game.

I will admit i was ome of the first people to say, what abput shaq, hakeem, wilt, bill russell?  Each of them have their own right as the "best center" but none of them had jokic's skills combined.  Dude can rebound, drop a 3 pointer, set up teammates like he is john stockton, etc.  I cant say ive seen anyone like him play.

[batang_bitcoin]

Couldn't agree more and he'll probably going to end up as the Goat among the players who played the Center position.
Denver cannot be a contender and probably miss the playoffs without Jokic. OKC on the other hand, without Shai, they are still a contender in the west.
This alone could be a basis of how to determine a real MVP. It's not just dropping 40-50pts per game while jacking up tons of FT attempts.
Jokic is a definition of a most complete Center to ever play the game.

He's an all in package for the Denver Nuggets and it's a steal for them to have him drafted on the 2nd round. This guy is a real Joker that has something else and is uplifting the play style in the NBA. Despite that he's got only one ring but it's not with superstar teammates compared to the other teams. He's a serious threat to most teams out there and very likely that they'll get back to the finals and I am counting him to be in there and hopefully, not that much serious injury to have for his entire career.

[AHOYBRAUSE]

I wasn't able to watch the game, but the number 1 seed Thunder just destroys Jokic and his Nuggets. And it's a battle of potential MVP, Jokic though didn't get his triple double, while SGA with 40 big points and show us who should be the MVP for this year.

My mistake is that I bet on Jokic on over 26.5 here, but after checking the game between the two, I should have go with the under, or go with SGA by over points. Anyhow, learn my lessons to check first the historical data again before putting my bet.

So still though, gonna be close between the two as who will be the MVP.

They didn't destroy them. The gap only opened up big in the 4th quarter cause the gap was 3 points after the 3rd.
Also, don't forget that Denver lead 14:3 in the first.
So, it was a competitive game until the big runs happened, better said it was a 1 point game after 2min of the final quarter. That's when OKC put the foot on the gas with 2 9:0 runs and the game was over.
By the way, Jokic had 24 points, it's not like you missed it by a wide margin.

[LogitechMouse]

Even though the Pistons have lost their game against the Warriors, they really improved a lot this season. And if ever we have the playoff now and them facing the Knicks in the first round, it will be a dangerous series for the Knicks and I wouldn't sleep on Pistons.
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The Pistons really for me is the most surprising team right now in this season.

Imagine from being a troll team, a team where they just got the most consecutive losses last season, a team that's being booed by their own fans on their court, a team where their fans are saying that they must sell the team, a team that's considered "a team with no future". They completely changed, and they did it in the shortest amount of time possible. From being that team, to now one of the playoff contender teams. What's surprising is that they did it in just one season. Teams like the Hornets, the Jazz, or the Wizards are struggling for years already while the Pistons completely flipped the whole team in just one season.

Like what you said, I will not sleep with the Pistons as well either. I know that they will not be a title contender because of the fact that most of them doesn't have playoff experience, but I'm pretty sure that with good role players, and another 1-2 all star player beside Cade Cunningham, I will not be surprised if they will be one of the best teams in the East. Probably around 3-5 years if things align for them. Low expectation from them with regards to the playoffs, but the improvement is huge... really huge. Kudos to the  whole team and the management.

[ChiBitCTy]

Chuck going off on all the Lakers love over the weekend was hilarious. He’s right though, they’ve been doing it for two weeks, and the Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City thunder have been balling out all year. Let’s see if it lasts. so my favorite part of that show over the weekend was when he called out Kendrick Perkins, for being “that moron that dummy you know who Shaq” truer words have never been spoken

[Cointxz]

Anyone here watch the match between Kings and Clippers? It’s so close and an even game until the end.

The clutch last drive of Kawhi Leonard that seal the game makes me goosebump because I bet on them Money line while they are down by 1 while they have the final possession on the game to win or lose.

I thought his shot will not gonna make it because it’s a bit off the ring but it shakes then went in. So intense match and worth it to watch with money on the line.

[Dave1]

Anyone here watch the match between Kings and Clippers? It’s so close and an even game until the end.

The clutch last drive of Kawhi Leonard that seal the game makes me goosebump because I bet on them Money line while they are down by 1 while they have the final possession on the game to win or lose.

I thought his shot will not gonna make it because it’s a bit off the ring but it shakes then went in. So intense match and worth it to watch with money on the line.

They call it dagger 2.0 if I'm not mistaken, or at least that's what I have been seeing in social media. Lol.

We know that first one was against Joel and the Sixers when we has still with the Raptors. But this one is different though, and they really need to win so stay in the play-in. And we have seen the Kawhi is being somewhat like "force" to really play right now as perhaps they really need his services since they don't have PG anymore. They are now somewhat in a 3 game winning run.