2027 NBA Season

[LogitechMouse]

Mac McClung pulling off a 720 in a dunk contest was a crazy clip to see. I haven’t seen the new dunkman show on TNT and HBO Max but the clips look crazy. NBA players need to be taking notes so we don’t get another lame dunk contest this year. Good dunkers are out there…

He never ceases to amaze us, he is really a good dunker. Too bad he has not been that lucky in the NBA as his stints there were very short.

I did not see this one live so I searched on YouTube, and I think this must be the contest since it was uploaded just a few hours ago: Mac McClung dunk contest video

The NBA should definitely improve their dunk contest. For me, it has become one of the most boring events during NBA All-Star weekend.

If it wasn't for McClung, the NBA contest has been boring for a long time already.

When was the last time that we've seen a duel between 2 players on a dunk contest? I'm pretty sure many know this, but it's when LaVine and Gordon during the 2016 Dunk Contest. Imagine that was a decade ago already and ever since that duel, no one ever comes close. These are the reasons why NBA All-star has been snubbed by many fans and don't even have interest to watch it anymore. I remember during the last whole all-star break, there are many empty seats on the arena, and that shows that fans aren't interested in watching it, or maybe for some, it isn't worth watching in person anymore because they might... they might fall asleep.

I wonder what will Adam Silver do though in order to make the Dunk Contest better. I'm thinking of 2 things.
1. Increase the prize so that more players including those all-stars will join.
2. Get the best of the best dunkers outside of the NBA. We know that there are many dunkers out there that are way better than the NBA players. I could name many of them.

[Ziskinberg]

I wonder what will Adam Silver do though in order to make the Dunk Contest better. I'm thinking of 2 things.
1. Increase the prize so that more players including those all-stars will join.
2. Get the best of the best dunkers outside of the NBA. We know that there are many dunkers out there that are way better than the NBA players. I could name many of them.

I think the prize is only around $100k, but if the NBA really wants to make the dunk contest attractive again, I dont know if simply increasing the prize money would be enough to convince superstars to join.

Maybe they could give some kind of incentive based on what players show during games, or something that could help them when it comes to contract renewal or salary increase. For me, something with a longer-term benefit would be more attractive than just winning the prize money.

[rbynxx]

I wonder what will Adam Silver do though in order to make the Dunk Contest better. I'm thinking of 2 things.
1. Increase the prize so that more players including those all-stars will join.
2. Get the best of the best dunkers outside of the NBA. We know that there are many dunkers out there that are way better than the NBA players. I could name many of them.

I think the prize is only around $100k, but if the NBA really wants to make the dunk contest attractive again, I dont know if simply increasing the prize money would be enough to convince superstars to join.

Maybe they could give some kind of incentive based on what players show during games, or something that could help them when it comes to contract renewal or salary increase. For me, something with a longer-term benefit would be more attractive than just winning the prize money.

1 and 2 should merge but I think for no.2 they won't need to get outside NBA because it wouldn't be called NBA dunk contest at all. I don't know if it's by pure luck they got LaVine and Gordon on that 2016 dunk contest but I really think they should scout more prospect to enter or maybe LeBron will now join the contest to make another history to enter the contest in his age. That would be historical tbh. I don't think contract renewal will do, that will void the contract at all, same with the salary increase. A reward is enough but they should make it more exciting for players as well, I think these rookies or sophomores will definitely be down for that.

I'm thinking what if Edgecombe joins next time, I feel like this kid has the leap and versatility to make some incredible dunks too.

[OgNasty]

The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for a record-breaking price of $12 BILLION to American businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. The team was just sold last year… It seems the new owners might not be thrilled with the way the team is being build for Luka or maybe they just saw an opportunity for some quick cash…

[terrific]

The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for a record-breaking price of $12 BILLION to American businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. The team was just sold last year… It seems the new owners might not be thrilled with the way the team is being build for Luka or maybe they just saw an opportunity for some quick cash…

Yeah. Just saw this news recently. Good luck to the new owners.
They're building around Luka and I think that's just fine. Maybe the same management but only a change in the ownership.
And while the veterans are getting signed and having contract extension, there's one that seems to be forced to retire and that's Westbrook.
No team is signing him or yet.

[Harkorede]

Russell Westbrook, after 18 seasons in the NBA has retired, he’s 37 years and I’d still he’s one of the most athletic veterans in the league, he plays with all the grit and energy you’d expect from a rookie until his last days in the league, I didn’t think last season was going to be is last, I remember reading some comments about how well he could easily fit into the current Miami Heat roster, but it’s going not going to be.

After 18 NBA seasons, Russell Westbrook has retired. A legendary career: NBA’s top 75, 2017 league MVP, nine-time All-Star, nine-time All-NBA, USA Olympic Gold Medalist and the all-time record for triple-doubles.

[OgNasty]

Russell Westbrook, after 18 seasons in the NBA has retired, he’s 37 years and I’d still he’s one of the most athletic veterans in the league, he plays with all the grit and energy you’d expect from a rookie until his last days in the league, I didn’t think last season was going to be is last, I remember reading some comments about how well he could easily fit into the current Miami Heat roster, but it’s going not going to be.

After 18 NBA seasons, Russell Westbrook has retired. A legendary career: NBA’s top 75, 2017 league MVP, nine-time All-Star, nine-time All-NBA, USA Olympic Gold Medalist and the all-time record for triple-doubles.

He had a hell of a career. I’m not sure I believe he will be done for good but we’ll see. Definitely a first ballot hall of famer but I think he’s got a little left in the tank. We’ll see near the end of the season if anyone competing for a championship might find a need for him on the bench. I could see him signing with Miami after a while off.

[Harkorede]

He had a hell of a career. I’m not sure I believe he will be done for good but we’ll see. Definitely a first ballot hall of famer but I think he’s got a little left in the tank. We’ll see near the end of the season if anyone competing for a championship might find a need for him on the bench. I could see him signing with Miami after a while off.

He’s genuinely one of the guys to feel bad about for never winning a ring, he was such a joy to watch in his prime and would be missed, and I’d agree that he’s still got a bit to offer if given the chance. No one beats father time is popular saying in the league, but I’m surprised that there wasn’t any team throwing any kind of offer towards him, even if it is as a veteran on the bench, since Russ is one of the easiest likable guys, perhaps he chose to go out on his own terms.

[MK-74]

Russell Westbrook has retired. I've been watching this guy for at least 15 years, and only now have I realized how quickly time has passed. He was a great player and one of my favorite players.

What he accomplished throughout his career before retiring is truly incredible.

2017 NBA MVP
9-time All-Star
9-time All-NBA
2-time NBA scoring champion
3-time assists leader
2-time All-Star Game MVP
209 career triple-doubles — No. 1 in NBA history
27,176 career points
10,000+ career assists
8,000+ career rebounds
First player to reach 200 career triple-doubles
One of the 75 greatest players in NBA history

Goodbye, Russell Westbrook. Goodbye, Triple-Double Machine.

[ingiltere]

The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold for a record-breaking price of $12 BILLION to American businessmen Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. The team was just sold last year… It seems the new owners might not be thrilled with the way the team is being build for Luka or maybe they just saw an opportunity for some quick cash…

They bought it for $10 billion and sold it for $12 billion in one year. From an economic standpoint, it was a very sensible move.
While the organization had the same owners for 46 years, it has changed hands twice in the last 2 years.

Russell Westbrook, after 18 seasons in the NBA has retired

What a great career. We'll remember him as a triple-double machine.
It was unbelievable that they couldn't win a championship ring with Durant and Harden on the Thunder. That team had so much potential before it broke up. The Brodie is retiring without winning a ring, but that doesn't change the fact that he's one of the most elite point guards in NBA history.

[OgNasty]

It is being reported that Westbrook had offers to play for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but decided to retire instead.  Pretty crazy if you think about it.  Maybe he is worried about his averages or something.  If I were him, I'd be trying to put up as many stats as I can to get my name as high up the lists as possible before I no longer had the opportunity to do so.

[xLays]

It is being reported that Westbrook had offers to play for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but decided to retire instead.  Pretty crazy if you think about it.  Maybe he is worried about his averages or something.  If I were him, I'd be trying to put up as many stats as I can to get my name as high up the lists as possible before I no longer had the opportunity to do so.

I think Westbrook is still better than at least 50% of the players currently in the league, so it's pretty surprising that he chose to retire despite having offers.

The way he retired is disappointing too. No proper announcement. He never got championship ring and even his triple double record could  be broken by Nikola Jokic as early as this coming season. I wonder why he didn't take the same approach as LeBron and keep playing while chasing another ring. yeah If I were him too I'd probably play at least another season or two.

[tech30338]

It is being reported that Westbrook had offers to play for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but decided to retire instead.  Pretty crazy if you think about it.  Maybe he is worried about his averages or something.  If I were him, I'd be trying to put up as many stats as I can to get my name as high up the lists as possible before I no longer had the opportunity to do so.

I think Westbrook is still better than at least 50% of the players currently in the league, so it's pretty surprising that he chose to retire despite having offers.

The way he retired is disappointing too. No proper announcement. He never got championship ring and even his triple double record could  be broken by Nikola Jokic as early as this coming season. I wonder why he didn't take the same approach as LeBron and keep playing while chasing another ring. yeah If I were him too I'd probably play at least another season or two.

Maybe he knows that no will try to recruit him that's the reason he retired i feel bad for Westbrook, but he maybe planning to play overseas that is why he chose to retire but i heard that they are eligible to pension right after reaching a certain age, he can do a lot of things even though he is not in the NBA maybe do a training camp to help players, or play for teams in other countries still pays well, but im going to miss his Hussle and plays like in the OKC where he plays before they should have not release him or trade, he have done a lot for that team in my opinion.

[fullfitlarry]

Mac McClung pulling off a 720 in a dunk contest was a crazy clip to see. I haven’t seen the new dunkman show on TNT and HBO Max but the clips look crazy. NBA players need to be taking notes so we don’t get another lame dunk contest this year. Good dunkers are out there…

Yes, it's a insane dunk and here is the clip for those who haven't seen it,



With regards to Russell Westbrook return, here is the clip of his last points in the NBA



Not sure though, he still has a option to play in Europe and show his talent and still earn a lot of money.

[Shinpako09]

It is being reported that Westbrook had offers to play for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but decided to retire instead.  Pretty crazy if you think about it.  Maybe he is worried about his averages or something.  If I were him, I'd be trying to put up as many stats as I can to get my name as high up the lists as possible before I no longer had the opportunity to do so.

Agreed, he should have just taken it. Even if it's just the vet minimum, that is still 7 digits a year. If there's no offer, then retire. I'm wondering if Thunder would give him a 1 day contract and retire his jersey soon. I hope Thunder management would do that, after all I don't remember them having any beef.

Another old star has retired, and soon others will follow. Little by little, the stars we used to watch are retiring. It's just sad, another star retired without a ring. I guess Harden would end up the same. Only KD has a ring from the former Big 3 of Thunder.

While other stars are chasing their first ring before retirement, moving from different teams, we have Patrick McCaw, he has 3 rings btw, 3 championships in a row.

[Cointxz]

It is being reported that Westbrook had offers to play for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but decided to retire instead.  Pretty crazy if you think about it.  Maybe he is worried about his averages or something.  If I were him, I'd be trying to put up as many stats as I can to get my name as high up the lists as possible before I no longer had the opportunity to do so.

I think Westbrook is still better than at least 50% of the players currently in the league, so it's pretty surprising that he chose to retire despite having offers.

The way he retired is disappointing too. No proper announcement. He never got championship ring and even his triple double record could  be broken by Nikola Jokic as early as this coming season. I wonder why he didn't take the same approach as LeBron and keep playing while chasing another ring. yeah If I were him too I'd probably play at least another season or two.

This is the late game problem of players that do a dominating career during their prime and later decline their performance without getting any achievements.

I thought he signed a 1 year deal to play overseas. I’m surprised with this announcement and I hate reading facebook post updates regarding NBA!

I agree, he is a much better player especially as bench player over rookie that has mediocre talent and earn the same salary bracket.

[danherbias07]

Mac McClung pulling off a 720 in a dunk contest was a crazy clip to see. I haven’t seen the new dunkman show on TNT and HBO Max but the clips look crazy. NBA players need to be taking notes so we don’t get another lame dunk contest this year. Good dunkers are out there…

Yes, it's a insane dunk and here is the clip for those who haven't seen it,

Damn! 720.
It's okay that he didn't hold the ball and went to the rim with it. That's really tough, considering how you would be suspended in the air for a long time while you are dizzy from the spin. I mean, it's not like he is on land or on skates to get some force and spin more, and gravity is also an issue. McClung. That's the three-time NBA dunk champion showing more creativity.

It's sad to see that one of the great players in the league is now retiring. But Westbrook will definitely be remembered. His triple-double record will be up there, although Jokic is near breaking it. Still, his stint with the OKC Thunder is one that is truly memorable.

[Dave1]

Mac McClung pulling off a 720 in a dunk contest was a crazy clip to see. I haven’t seen the new dunkman show on TNT and HBO Max but the clips look crazy. NBA players need to be taking notes so we don’t get another lame dunk contest this year. Good dunkers are out there…

Yes, it's a insane dunk and here is the clip for those who haven't seen it,

Damn! 720.
It's okay that he didn't hold the ball and went to the rim with it. That's really tough, considering how you would be suspended in the air for a long time while you are dizzy from the spin. I mean, it's not like he is on land or on skates to get some force and spin more, and gravity is also an issue. McClung. That's the three-time NBA dunk champion showing more creativity.

It's sad to see that one of the great players in the league is now retiring. But Westbrook will definitely be remembered. His triple-double record will be up there, although Jokic is near breaking it. Still, his stint with the OKC Thunder is one that is truly memorable.

What can you can say though as compare to the Air Up their 720 dunk?



Even "The Professor", another street baller was amazed on what they saw that right. So there is a big difference as here, you can clearly see that he had the ball as compare to McClung 720 dunk.

Which one do you think is more impressive?

[ultrloa]

It is being reported that Westbrook had offers to play for the Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards but decided to retire instead.  Pretty crazy if you think about it.  Maybe he is worried about his averages or something.  If I were him, I'd be trying to put up as many stats as I can to get my name as high up the lists as possible before I no longer had the opportunity to do so.

I think Westbrook is still better than at least 50% of the players currently in the league, so it's pretty surprising that he chose to retire despite having offers.

The way he retired is disappointing too. No proper announcement. He never got championship ring and even his triple double record could  be broken by Nikola Jokic as early as this coming season. I wonder why he didn't take the same approach as LeBron and keep playing while chasing another ring. yeah If I were him too I'd probably play at least another season or two.

No doubt WB still the best among the other player out there. Its just he's been criticized by his declining performance. He's so durable and have many games played compared on other stars in the league.

He truly deserve to earn recognition on his retirement and I agree with Perkins here.

Russell Westbrook, not only should he have his jersey retired in Oklahoma City, but he should have a statue out there as well," Perkins said. He also placed Westbrook behind only Shai Gilgeous-Alexander among the greatest players in Thunder history.

Kendrick Perkins Urges Thunder to Build Russell Westbrook a Statue as GM Sam Presti Reacts to Retirement

Westbrook spends 11 season and all his prime years on that team, this is why he deserves those things what Perkins said.

[coinrifft]

No doubt WB still the best among the other player out there. Its just he's been criticized by his declining performance. He's so durable and have many games played compared on other stars in the league.

He truly deserve to earn recognition on his retirement and I agree with Perkins here.

Russell Westbrook, not only should he have his jersey retired in Oklahoma City, but he should have a statue out there as well," Perkins said. He also placed Westbrook behind only Shai Gilgeous-Alexander among the greatest players in Thunder history.

Kendrick Perkins Urges Thunder to Build Russell Westbrook a Statue as GM Sam Presti Reacts to Retirement

Westbrook spends 11 season and all his prime years on that team, this is why he deserves those things what Perkins said.

Right, although he didn't bring any championship to the old OKC, but still during his prime he was a triple double machine. And we can't blame them as during their run, they have to go against the likes of Golden State. So it's a very difficult task for them as they also meet a prime to be Curry and Klay and Draymond.

I still remember the play with Steve Adams in my mind. Wherein Adams deliberately missed the free throw and then got the rebound and pass it to WB for the three.

Hopefully though, if the OKC decided to get him a statue, it should be life like and not the same as when DWade got his form the Heat as the statue didn't give justice to him.