2027 NBA Season

[mandown]

Alperen came very close to recording a triple-double; he needed just 2 more assists to reach the milestone. Houston defeated Denver 110-100, snapping a two-game losing streak.
Jokic finished the game with 25 points and 16 rebounds.
He converted only 1 of his 5 three-point attempts.
With this loss, Denver has now suffered its 4th defeat of the season.

[LogitechMouse]

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I honestly feel it's not enough though. Sure, Luka will carry the team and Reaves also contributes a lot, but then who else is there you would give the ball in the important plays of a game. I feel the Lakers are just not deep enough as a team, they are missing one more spark to be a contender. Some roleplayer maybe that can come off then bench and lead the 2nd unit. Once Luka or Reaves is out with an injury there might be a dry stretch for the team. Sure, those 2 games Luka was not playing they still looked good, but that was also because their opponent had a kinda shitty game.

I'm thinking the same about you. That mindset of "What if their all-star is out? Who will step up?"
And TBH, I would also think the same on most of the teams out there. I mean there are teams where if one of their all-star is out, there's somebody that would step up and carry the team, but some teams don't. I will give some examples. Nuggets, Celtics, Pistons, Raptors obviously, Warriors. I can add more.

If we're talking this one before the start of the season, I would also say the same, but looking at how they're playing in their first 11 games, I don't think there's a need for one more spark to be a contender. They just need to get Bronny James from the G-league and they're good to go. Kidding aside, I believe their role players could step up offensively, help together on offense and would still get some wins. Of course, it would be a different conversation if it's the playoffs, but I'm talking about the regular season. They still have Grimes, Sexton, Mamu, of course Bronny, LaRavia, and Looney. Not the best bench if you would ask me, but could still rack up wins.

As for Luka and Reaves getting injured, this is where the medical staff of the Lakers step up if they want their team to win a title. Do I see them as a title contender though? TBH, they are just by looking at how they're playing, but it's too early to tell that. I could change my perspective once they match up against the likes of Thunder, Spurs, Knicks and other title contending teams out there.

[Jostern]

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

This is physically fit Luka away from burritos and has a good chemistry already with his teammates. I believe he can sustain this level of performance since he is doing this monster game performance before during his time on Mavs when he carried the team to NBA finals.

I believe the Lakers is a much more dangerous team now if they will make their core players like Luka and AR15 healthy all throughout the season. They have a very good young players now and decent center.

Yes you’re absolutely correct, Luka is physically fit and staying healthy would be very important for him for the long run of the season, and Lakers seems to be performing well this season, he is showing a phenomenal display, but consistency would be required from him this Season.

Let’s see how the season turns out for Lakers, other teams seems to also be performing in the conference, so the season is still early, and the young squad have to get used to each other’s and understand themselves, young players definitely need time to adjust and adapt to the team.

[tech30338]

the guy is currently averaging 40 points per game.  and he's doing it very efficiently, consistently knocking down tough, contested shots.
attempting 14 threes a game on 42% shooting is just breaking the stats. of course, it's nearly impossible for him to sustain this scoring average at this level of efficiency for the entire season but coming into the season in great physical shape has really allowed him to showcase his true talent.

This is physically fit Luka away from burritos and has a good chemistry already with his teammates. I believe he can sustain this level of performance since he is doing this monster game performance before during his time on Mavs when he carried the team to NBA finals.

I believe the Lakers is a much more dangerous team now if they will make their core players like Luka and AR15 healthy all throughout the season. They have a very good young players now and decent center.

Yes you’re absolutely correct, Luka is physically fit and staying healthy would be very important for him for the long run of the season, and Lakers seems to be performing well this season, he is showing a phenomenal display, but consistency would be required from him this Season.

Let’s see how the season turns out for Lakers, other teams seems to also be performing in the conference, so the season is still early, and the young squad have to get used to each other’s and understand themselves, young players definitely need time to adjust and adapt to the team.

Luka being healthy is not enough for the lakers to push through, we all know luka having issues mid season, with regards to other teams yes there are teams who we did not expect to be performing well, but the lakers needed another player, do they have asset to steal someone and add it to the line up, west is stack right now so for the lakers to be successful they need luka healthy reaves and other players performing well in regular and playoffs hoping they have a great run.

[Maslate]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

[Mr. Magkaisa]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

For now It is, but we need to wait until the very end if this is worth it. It is very early to say and if you will remember that the trade of Paul G happend also before

Celtics will get :

Paul George and draft picks

Draft-pick details
- 2028: LA Clippers first-round pick compensation, with conditional protections and swap rights.
- 2031: Philadelphia's unprotected first-round pick.
- 2028: Best second-round pick among Golden State, Milwaukee and Oklahoma City.
- 2030: Best second-round pick among Phoenix, Portland and Washington.

Sixers will get Jalen Brown.. If Celtics will win this trade it is not about PG its about the draft pick as longetivity and health wise I will go with JB..


As per before this happened..


LA Clippers received

- Paul George

OKC received

OKC Thunder received
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Danilo Gallinari
- Five first-round picks
- Two first-round pick swaps



We can tell that the trade before OKC is the biggest winner. but for now, let the time tell!

[cryptomaniac_xxx]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

The sports bookies made it right, the Sixers is the underdog so even if they are playing at home, they put the Celtics as the favorite as Paul George is still there. And he didn't disappoint their fans.

Jaylen Brown was in early foul trouble so there's no drama between him and Tatum. It was all Celtics show and for sure this lost might have sting to the Sixers, so I'm expecting a different game with it's time for the Sixers to visit them at Boston Garden.

[OgNasty]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

It is shocking they stole Brown and got gifted LeBron and still lost. The Celtics were slapping them around all game. Paul George is looking great this year. I thought his career was on the way out but he’s playing at an alll star level so far this season. The move to Boston had done him well. Let’s see if he can keep it up.

[tech30338]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

It is shocking they stole Brown and got gifted LeBron and still lost. The Celtics were slapping them around all game. Paul George is looking great this year. I thought his career was on the way out but he’s playing at an alll star level so far this season. The move to Boston had done him well. Let’s see if he can keep it up.

The team did not attempt much in this game seems they did not want to score while the Celtics is shooting a lot, are the sixers intentionally want to lose the game, or ate they studying every strong opponent, for sure a lot lost their bets because they are expecting the sixers to easily when this game, but the result is different.
PG seems to be energized and want a revenge against the sixers he is the one scoring a lot of three's are the Celtics pick up a gem in Paul George, this is just an early clash so it wont matter if they win or lose, the important thing is the playoffs.

[arwin100]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

It is shocking they stole Brown and got gifted LeBron and still lost. The Celtics were slapping them around all game. Paul George is looking great this year. I thought his career was on the way out but he’s playing at an alll star level so far this season. The move to Boston had done him well. Let’s see if he can keep it up.

The team did not attempt much in this game seems they did not want to score while the Celtics is shooting a lot, are the sixers intentionally want to lose the game, or ate they studying every strong opponent, for sure a lot lost their bets because they are expecting the sixers to easily when this game, but the result is different.
PG seems to be energized and want a revenge against the sixers he is the one scoring a lot of three's are the Celtics pick up a gem in Paul George, this is just an early clash so it wont matter if they win or lose, the important thing is the playoffs.

Actually Sixers tried to fire back and have mini runs, but Boston just go hot shooting night.

Also brown commits lots of turnovers and got early foul troubles, that's why it limit his performance. I don't know if he's so emotional at that time, then he can't focus on his game. But we all know JB is better than that.

Its just Boston manage to became consistent on their offense and defense. That's why they dominate Sixers and stole this win. All praise for George he really shows that he's perfect fit on the roster of Celtics.

[stadus]

A lot of people probably lost their bets on the Sixers, they had home court advantage and were even the underdogs. And it seems the bookies were right because they lost to the visiting team. The Sixers still have no answer against the Celtics, it's still the same as before and they are just too easy to beat.. and by the way, it's quite surprising that PG led the Celtics with 36 points, hmm  . it seems like the trade was a good decision since Brown only scored 13 points.

It is shocking they stole Brown and got gifted LeBron and still lost. The Celtics were slapping them around all game. Paul George is looking great this year. I thought his career was on the way out but he’s playing at an alll star level so far this season. The move to Boston had done him well. Let’s see if he can keep it up.

Boston knows the value of PG, and they are unleashing his true skills again. With PG and Tatum playing together and producing numbers like that, Boston will likely be more improved this season than they were last season. It's the Celtics system that the Sixers are still finding a way to beat, until now they still could not figure it out.

PG has 22 PPG and his 3 point shooting is quite high at 44.0%. (rank 16th).
https://hoopmetrics.app/leaderboards/three-point-percentage

[LogitechMouse]

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It is shocking they stole Brown and got gifted LeBron and still lost. The Celtics were slapping them around all game. Paul George is looking great this year. I thought his career was on the way out but he’s playing at an alll star level so far this season. The move to Boston had done him well. Let’s see if he can keep it up.

Shocking? Do you see the Sixers as something like the "Dynasty Warriors" where every loss by them is shocking because... people look at them as a strong team?

Well, the Sixers are a strong team don't get me wrong, but they aren't unbeatable. In fact, they're dead last in terms of bench points with only 22 PPG, and in the playoffs, if you want to win a title, you need to have a deep bench that could help your team if your starter is on the bench resting. Like what I said, PG is a perfect fit for the Celtics and their current system which is the "Live by the 3, die by the 3" system, and to add some numbers, he's averaging around 44% in 3-pt shooting in his ENTIRE CAREER, and this season, he's averaging 41% with an average of around 7-8 attempts per game. That's high if you will ask me. I just hope that PG will stay healthy throughout the season because I miss the "Playoff P" already.

Anyway, does anybody saw the poster of Tatum on James. It's the completely similar when he did as well during Game 7 of the Conference Finals when Lebron's still on the Cavaliers.