2027 NBA Season

[fullfitlarry]

Since Embiid is quite prone to injuries, the 76ers need to protect him, and preseason games are clearly not the right stage of the season to play a player like him.
In fact, the 76ers need to find a way to make Embiid less prone to injury. That is, take care of his health so he can make it to the playoffs without another injury, which isn't exactly easy for them.

There's not much they can do to protect him from injury because being a center, his job is to get rebounds and secure the ball, and not only that, he's not just an ordinary center because he produces points as well, being one of the top 3 scorers on the team so the kind of job he has is similar to Jokic's, which makes him more likely to get injured and for an injury-prone player, we can expect, though not hope, that an injury could happen anytime, just like Davis, they are both considered injury-prone players.

Maybe that is the thing with big fella like Joel, his body can't take that banging all 82 games and so they will give him restricted minutes. There could be games that they are leading by a huge margin and his services is not needed.

And with Lebron James at the helm of the 76ers, I think it might help Embiid loosen up and not get that injured. Although as what you have said, even if the team do everything in their power to at least minimized it, totally can't be avoided as he is their center would contest every shots and rebounds.

[LogitechMouse]

LeBron and Embiid have both been looking pretty old in the preseason thus far.  I hope this is just because they've been working so hard on their conditioning that they don't want to risk an injury in a preseason game.  LeBron has shown some flashes of brilliance passing the ball, but that's all I've seen from that team so far that's impressive.  Only a few weeks now and we'll get to see them against the defending champs.  I hope they send a message.

Philly will win against their match-up in the opening night.

How? It's just my instinct and TBH, the negotiations from both KAT and Hart might hurt the whole team for obvious reasons. Whatever you see on the pre-season is just in the pre-season. They aren't going all-in on it, and they don't want to have the same experience as Hukporti was where he's already out for the whole season because of an injury. Speaking of big, with Hukporti out, and Embiid being injury-prone, it seems like Adem Bona will have some playing time as well. More like around 15-20 minutes when Embiid is playing or even more.

As for Le-GM, it's good that he's a great passer because he could be the PG of the team. He can focus on being a playmaker now rather than being a scorer. After all, the Sixers have a bunch of offensive scorers. I wonder though if the Sixers are a legitimate title contender this season. 

[OgNasty]

LeBron and Embiid have both been looking pretty old in the preseason thus far.  I hope this is just because they've been working so hard on their conditioning that they don't want to risk an injury in a preseason game.  LeBron has shown some flashes of brilliance passing the ball, but that's all I've seen from that team so far that's impressive.  Only a few weeks now and we'll get to see them against the defending champs.  I hope they send a message.

Philly will win against their match-up in the opening night.

How? It's just my instinct and TBH, the negotiations from both KAT and Hart might hurt the whole team for obvious reasons. Whatever you see on the pre-season is just in the pre-season. They aren't going all-in on it, and they don't want to have the same experience as Hukporti was where he's already out for the whole season because of an injury. Speaking of big, with Hukporti out, and Embiid being injury-prone, it seems like Adem Bona will have some playing time as well. More like around 15-20 minutes when Embiid is playing or even more.

As for Le-GM, it's good that he's a great passer because he could be the PG of the team. He can focus on being a playmaker now rather than being a scorer. After all, the Sixers have a bunch of offensive scorers. I wonder though if the Sixers are a legitimate title contender this season. 

It’ll be interesting to watch. Can talent overcome experience working together? We’ll see.

I think LeBron is going to have the most assists of his career this season. Injuries are going to determine how far this team can go. I just don’t see LeBron and Embiid both being healthy in the postseason.

[Shinpako09]

Yuki Kawamura has been waived by the Clippers. At this point, dude should realize and make the right decision and go home. At least in Japan, he will earn more, plus he will get playing time. I mean, there's nothing wrong with chasing his NBA dream, but he should know when to go or stop. He has given up too much money by choosing his NBA dream. He should have gotten a standard contract by now if there were really a team interested in him. Even if there is, for how long? I don't think he will keep on getting standard contracts. If I were Yuki, I'd go home, earn more, and enjoy having more playing time.

[tech30338]

Yuki Kawamura has been waived by the Clippers. At this point, dude should realize and make the right decision and go home. At least in Japan, he will earn more, plus he will get playing time. I mean, there's nothing wrong with chasing his NBA dream, but he should know when to go or stop. He has given up too much money by choosing his NBA dream. He should have gotten a standard contract by now if there were really a team interested in him. Even if there is, for how long? I don't think he will keep on getting standard contracts. If I were Yuki, I'd go home, earn more, and enjoy having more playing time.

He has already achieved his dream to play in the NBA, going home is the right choice, no disrespect but the current league is now looking for bigs, and there are lots of players which is better than him that is still have no contract, playing in Japan is now the right decision for him, i would not waste time in the NBA now at the moment, because like everyone said, if they really want him they could have sign or make at least an offer, great run for Yuki, sadly it has to end, good luck in the future Yuki, you made your country proud for sure.

[püsür]

as we all know lebron really don't play during preseason games or even if he played he will just play normal, but when the regular season starts or is needed he really turn the gas on, but since he is already age, we might expect a slowdown on his performance even though his mind still can the body will feel a little different that is why he is not what he is a few years like Miami days.
Embiid surely resting himself because he knows what is at stake this time, this might be his last chance for a ring in sixers, that might be the reason they are protecting embiid to make sure he is healthy.

Since Embiid is quite prone to injuries, the 76ers need to protect him, and preseason games are clearly not the right stage of the season to play a player like him.
In fact, the 76ers need to find a way to make Embiid less prone to injury. That is, take care of his health so he can make it to the playoffs without another injury, which isn't exactly easy for them.

Embiid was drafted in 2014 but if I counted correctly it will be his 11th season now because he literally missed 2 season from the start because of the injuries and also of course many more games later. He is one of the most injury-prone players ever but there are times he could contributed big time. I wish there is a way to protect these players from the injuries. My guess is that they don't take care of themselves like Lebron or others. Just my intuition. It makes me very very curious what Sixers will do this year. Can Embiid stay healthy?

[OgNasty]

as we all know lebron really don't play during preseason games or even if he played he will just play normal, but when the regular season starts or is needed he really turn the gas on, but since he is already age, we might expect a slowdown on his performance even though his mind still can the body will feel a little different that is why he is not what he is a few years like Miami days.
Embiid surely resting himself because he knows what is at stake this time, this might be his last chance for a ring in sixers, that might be the reason they are protecting embiid to make sure he is healthy.

Since Embiid is quite prone to injuries, the 76ers need to protect him, and preseason games are clearly not the right stage of the season to play a player like him.
In fact, the 76ers need to find a way to make Embiid less prone to injury. That is, take care of his health so he can make it to the playoffs without another injury, which isn't exactly easy for them.

Embiid was drafted in 2014 but if I counted correctly it will be his 11th season now because he literally missed 2 season from the start because of the injuries and also of course many more games later. He is one of the most injury-prone players ever but there are times he could contributed big time. I wish there is a way to protect these players from the injuries. My guess is that they don't take care of themselves like Lebron or others. Just my intuition. It makes me very very curious what Sixers will do this year. Can Embiid stay healthy?

LeBron isn’t normal. I don’t think people can compare longevity with him. He’s like the top 0.00001%.

Embiid is bigger and has injuries in his last. Those don’t just heal as good as new. He will always be a massive risk and I’m sure LeBron knows that. He must believe he can win without him.

[arwin100]

Embiid was drafted in 2014 but if I counted correctly it will be his 11th season now because he literally missed 2 season from the start because of the injuries and also of course many more games later. He is one of the most injury-prone players ever but there are times he could contributed big time. I wish there is a way to protect these players from the injuries. My guess is that they don't take care of themselves like Lebron or others. Just my intuition. It makes me very very curious what Sixers will do this year. Can Embiid stay healthy?

LeBron isn’t normal. I don’t think people can compare longevity with him. He’s like the top 0.00001%.

Embiid is bigger and has injuries in his last. Those don’t just heal as good as new. He will always be a massive risk and I’m sure LeBron knows that. He must believe he can win without him.

He's unique and basketball players has been match with his skills and longevity.

Some young players has been compared to him in the past, but all of them fail to sustain same level of competitiveness.

Also I tried to look at who are the other players/athletes which remain great, despite of their old age and in late stage of their careers. See this https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/38809635/best-older-players-nba-nfl-mlb-nhl-wnba all in this list is quietly still doing good.

[LGD2Business]

LeBron and Embiid have both been looking pretty old in the preseason thus far.  I hope this is just because they've been working so hard on their conditioning that they don't want to risk an injury in a preseason game.  LeBron has shown some flashes of brilliance passing the ball, but that's all I've seen from that team so far that's impressive.  Only a few weeks now and we'll get to see them against the defending champs.  I hope they send a message.

There are 5 days left until the start of the regular season. The season is going to be long enough as it is, so I think players over 30 should plan accordingly. Embiid is already injury-prone and LeBron is past 41. Load management is more important for them than anything else. I'm not sure if they can achieve success this year. On paper they have a pretty stacked roster, but things don't always go that way on the court. We'll have to watch their first few games to see how it plays out. It would be better if Jaylen Brown put the US national team debates behind him and focused on the season.

[OgNasty]

Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care. He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

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Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care. He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

What’s new with Kristaps Porzingis? This guy seems to have a major injury or health issue almost every season. I don’t think he has even managed to play 50 to 60 games in a single season consistently. But this time, it’s not even about an injury. HIV/AIDS? WTF.. Why would he even bring that up out of nowhere? Maybe he just wants people to talk about him. lol

[rbynxx]

LeBron and Embiid have both been looking pretty old in the preseason thus far.  I hope this is just because they've been working so hard on their conditioning that they don't want to risk an injury in a preseason game.  LeBron has shown some flashes of brilliance passing the ball, but that's all I've seen from that team so far that's impressive.  Only a few weeks now and we'll get to see them against the defending champs.  I hope they send a message.

There are 5 days left until the start of the regular season. The season is going to be long enough as it is, so I think players over 30 should plan accordingly. Embiid is already injury-prone and LeBron is past 41. Load management is more important for them than anything else. I'm not sure if they can achieve success this year. On paper they have a pretty stacked roster, but things don't always go that way on the court. We'll have to watch their first few games to see how it plays out. It would be better if Jaylen Brown put the US national team debates behind him and focused on the season.

I feel like the trio could be the best backcourt that Lebron trying to mentor (Maxey, Brown, Edgecomb) but feels like they want to be the face of a franchise and will someday got their own team to lead. That's my worry and it feels like chemistry will be rare with that type of squad. I'm thinking they could be a contender but not that type of a championship contender, the fans are just hyped on it. In the East I'm excited to see more with the Wizards, feels like they're more in sync.

[OgNasty]

Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care. He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

What’s new with Kristaps Porzingis? This guy seems to have a major injury or health issue almost every season. I don’t think he has even managed to play 50 to 60 games in a single season consistently. But this time, it’s not even about an injury. HIV/AIDS? WTF.. Why would he even bring that up out of nowhere? Maybe he just wants people to talk about him. lol

That was definitely a weird statement.  I hadn't heard any rumors involving him and HIV...  Maybe he has been seeing them online because it's him or something...  Who knows...  My first thought was maybe he was drugged and raped by some opportunistic Oakland women so people in the know were worried maybe he got aids?  Who knows...  Maybe it is even far more nefarious like a Easy-E Suge Knight situation...  We'll probably find out eventually, or maybe not like the Wiggins situation.

[fullfitlarry]

And so Filipino sports investigator Pablo Torre gives update into latest investigation involving LeBron James and his Fanatics helicopter is at it again

One of the many things fans have been calling for Torre to investigate lately is LeBron James' brand-new Fanatics-branded helicopter he'll be taking from New York City to Philadelphia throughout the upcoming season for 76ers practices and games.

But let's see if this kind of agreement might have violated any NBA rules. However, at the start it could be part of the deal, as Lebron is willing to have a pay cut, but then got this kind of luxury treatment that it could have been the first time that we have heard about it in the NBA.

[LogitechMouse]

Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care. He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

What’s new with Kristaps Porzingis? This guy seems to have a major injury or health issue almost every season. I don’t think he has even managed to play 50 to 60 games in a single season consistently. But this time, it’s not even about an injury. HIV/AIDS? WTF.. Why would he even bring that up out of nowhere? Maybe he just wants people to talk about him. lol

When it comes to Tingus Pingus, the term "consistently" isn't applicable for him because... I don't even need to say it.

Anyway, I've only heard him having a rare illness called POTS, but to think that he has an HIV or AIDS? And it came from him himself is somewhat ridiculous to say at least. Maybe he heard some rumors online or in X? I mean that's odd knowing that nobody's talking about it. I just want him to play in Golden State now because he's their starting center and the roster is very small without him. Hoping for a fast recovery from him, but like what you said, I wonder if he can be healthy for the majority of the season.

Being paid $20M per year to not play is somewhat a theft for me.

Yuki Kawamura has been waived by the Clippers. At this point, dude should realize and make the right decision and go home. At least in Japan, he will earn more, plus he will get playing time. I mean, there's nothing wrong with chasing his NBA dream, but he should know when to go or stop. He has given up too much money by choosing his NBA dream.
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We all have a dream and we will only stop if we feel that it's not worth it anymore. For Kawamura, he'll never stop playing in the NBA as long as there's a team that's interested on him. If the time comes though that there isn't anymore, that's the time where he'll go back and play on Japan. The leverage is on him at the end of the day. He can go back to play in Japan anytime he wants to, or he can try and play overseas if he wants to.

He's still 25 years old. Still young. Let the kiddo pursue his dream.

[Oasisman]

Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care. He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

I've also read an article about that Porzingis denying about having Aids, looks like it came from his undisclosed and confidential diagnosis from 2025-2026. This is kind of interesting because health care providers are legally and ethically follow strict rules about the confidentiality of every patient who has HIV cases.
Porzingis can legally sue the person who's spreading this fake rumors, or even if it's true, he can still sue them for spreading a confidential health cases.

Well, he can't blame people for speculating about his health issues as he has been consistently getting injured while not disclosing how serious his health conditions is.

[tech30338]

Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care. He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

I've also read an article about that Porzingis denying about having Aids, looks like it came from his undisclosed and confidential diagnosis from 2025-2026. This is kind of interesting because health care providers are legally and ethically follow strict rules about the confidentiality of every patient who has HIV cases.
Porzingis can legally sue the person who's spreading this fake rumors, or even if it's true, he can still sue them for spreading a confidential health cases.

Well, he can't blame people for speculating about his health issues as he has been consistently getting injured while not disclosing how serious his health conditions is.

I think its because of his respiratory illness when he is still in Boston, that is being threated, where too much standing make his heart beat faster, also with fatigue dizziness, and difficulty breathing, this is not a normal disease or not easy to cure i think, that is why he is focusing on this, imagine just by standing, heart beat faster and is sometimes dizzy.
I think the HIV is just a speculation and if he really has one, the NBA could have announce it and could jeopardized his career, some people might making fake news regarding this for sure.

[xzone]

LeBron and Embiid have both been looking pretty old in the preseason thus far.  I hope this is just because they've been working so hard on their conditioning that they don't want to risk an injury in a preseason game.  LeBron has shown some flashes of brilliance passing the ball, but that's all I've seen from that team so far that's impressive.  Only a few weeks now and we'll get to see them against the defending champs.  I hope they send a message.

There are 5 days left until the start of the regular season. The season is going to be long enough as it is, so I think players over 30 should plan accordingly. Embiid is already injury-prone and LeBron is past 41. Load management is more important for them than anything else. I'm not sure if they can achieve success this year. On paper they have a pretty stacked roster, but things don't always go that way on the court. We'll have to watch their first few games to see how it plays out. It would be better if Jaylen Brown put the US national team debates behind him and focused on the season.

LeBron's play in the recent videos is really bad, I hope the King is playing like this because the league hasn't started yet. I want to see the greatest living and playing basketball legend still play like a king before he retires, but he seems quite far from his old form and has suddenly collapsed.
Maybe he'll start playing like he used to in the coming weeks, whatever happens, he's the King. He still has amazing athleticism and the most important qualities a team needs, basketball IQ and experience

[OgNasty]

And so Filipino sports investigator Pablo Torre gives update into latest investigation involving LeBron James and his Fanatics helicopter is at it again

One of the many things fans have been calling for Torre to investigate lately is LeBron James' brand-new Fanatics-branded helicopter he'll be taking from New York City to Philadelphia throughout the upcoming season for 76ers practices and games.

But let's see if this kind of agreement might have violated any NBA rules. However, at the start it could be part of the deal, as Lebron is willing to have a pay cut, but then got this kind of luxury treatment that it could have been the first time that we have heard about it in the NBA.

I find it a little hard to believe that the business and legal people on LeBron’s team would have him doing something that would get him in trouble, but after the Kawhi situation you really can’t know for sure. You’d think they would have been extra careful here as a result though.

[Maslate]

Kristaps Porzingis has made a statement about his absence from the Golden State Warriors training facility. He said he is with the best doctors and receiving medical care.

His health issue is probably related to his POTS, and since he mentioned consulting doctors, it's clear that he's dealing with a medical condition, but I think POTS is the closest possible explanation for now, although it has not been confirmed.

NBC Sports

Previously, Porziņģis has been diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, or POTS. This is a condition where a person’s heart rate races for a minute or more after standing up from sitting or lying down (as part of the disorder, more blood stays in your lower body even after a person stands, causing the heart rate to race as it tries to get blood flowing again). It’s unclear whether Porziņģis’ current health issue is related to this or is something else.

He also made an odd comment that he doesn’t have HIV or aids. I’m not sure where that came from, but it was interesting enough to post.

Even if it's true, I think he would still be allowed to play.[if the rules are the same]
A famous example is Magic Johnson.