[NBA] Unofficial Discussion Thread

[Zed0X]

No, I didn't forget about them. I know their position and I said if the current standings remains as it is.

I didn't expect them to win against the Thunders for their 10th win in a row but the Warriors have started to win games as well.

I don't think anyone could have predicted that the Rockets would perform so well by the end of the regular season. To be honest, it's really interesting to see the Warriors and Rockets struggling with each other for the last spot in the play-in tournament. Let's see what results both teams will show in the remaining matches, but I'll be rooting for the Rockets. They deserve this spot.

The team that deserves it is the team with the better W/L record. If Rockets fail to qualify, it's completely their fault for leaving it too late.

Warriors were in trouble early against the Magic because of Draymond's early ejection but Wiggins stepped up to maintain their position.


I was impressed at Kahwi's performance at the end Clippers vs. Sixers game. He's having a below average game but came alive at the final minute. He just reminded the Sixers fans of the torment he gave them at the 2019 SF when he took over on both offense and defense. Final 5:28 WILD ENDING Clippers vs 76ers

[Baofeng]

No, I didn't forget about them. I know their position and I said if the current standings remains as it is.

I didn't expect them to win against the Thunders for their 10th win in a row but the Warriors have started to win games as well.

I don't think anyone could have predicted that the Rockets would perform so well by the end of the regular season. To be honest, it's really interesting to see the Warriors and Rockets struggling with each other for the last spot in the play-in tournament. Let's see what results both teams will show in the remaining matches, but I'll be rooting for the Rockets. They deserve this spot.

The team that deserves it is the team with the better W/L record. If Rockets fail to qualify, it's completely their fault for leaving it too late.

Warriors were in trouble early against the Magic because of Draymond's early ejection but Wiggins stepped up to maintain their position.

Yeah, no one really saw how good the Rockets down in the last games of the regular, as if Sengun going out was a blessing in disguise for them. Good to see the Warriors winning against the Magic, even without Draymond, they come up with a good offense and as you have said, Wiggins step up like the version of himself in 2021 when they won the championship and him going into the All Star.

But still not decided yet, both of this teams will have to win their last games to secure that 10th spot for the play-in. So it's going to be close for this teams, and who nows, maybe the underdog Rockets can be in that position as Warriors is really that old, (no offense to Warriors fans).

[LogitechMouse]

Yeah, no one really saw how good the Rockets down in the last games of the regular, as if Sengun going out was a blessing in disguise for them. Good to see the Warriors winning against the Magic, even without Draymond, they come up with a good offense and as you have said, Wiggins step up like the version of himself in 2021 when they won the championship and him going into the All Star.

But still not decided yet, both of this teams will have to win their last games to secure that 10th spot for the play-in. So it's going to be close for this teams, and who nows, maybe the underdog Rockets can be in that position as Warriors is really that old, (no offense to Warriors fans).

I don't know if it's only, but I have a feeling that the Rockets might focus on building a team around Green than Sengun, and if that happens, the stats of Sengun will decrease.
Since Sengun got injured, Green stepped up massively and he's been carrying the Rockets ever since. Now they are on a 10-game winning streak, and they also defeated the Thunder in Overtime. Maybe Sengun (if he comes back) can focus more on rebounding, and passing, while Green will focus more on the offense.

As for the Warriors, every game for them is very important because one loss for them would mean them being out of the play-in tournament already. With the Rockets on a winning streak, they must rack up more wins until the end of the regular season. As for Draymond, I will not be surprised if he will be traded next season because of how he played all throughout the regular season. He's been suspended already, and got 20+ techs already this season (can't remember the exact number), but he's on the top 2 in terms of technical fouls in a single season, just behind Rasheed Wallace. I will not be surprised if in the off-season, the trio will be broke up already because they need to be better for the upcoming season as well.

I'm a Warrior fan, but I'm not offended because it's true after all. The good thing though is that, they have young and talented players that they can develop for the future of the team.

[Zed0X]

The Jazz kept it close up to the last second but the winning streak continues for the Rockets (11th win). Meanwhile, Warriors still keeping their distance with their 3rd straight win.

Wemby also had his best performance to date as they won against the Knicks. His 40 points and 20 rebounds  cancels out Brunson's monstrous 61 points. Great game for both of them but there can only be one winner.

[Jating]

The Jazz kept it close up to the last second but the winning streak continues for the Rockets (11th win). Meanwhile, Warriors still keeping their distance with their 3rd straight win.

Wemby also had his best performance to date as they won against the Knicks. His 40 points and 20 rebounds  cancels out Brunson's monstrous 61 points. Great game for both of them but there can only be one winner.

Houston and Warriors really knows what's up in their last games. And so they will have to win every one of it. And as we can see, Warriors a big win against the Hornets. But what's impressive is the Rockets continuing with their winning streak and still hot on the tail of the Warriors. So the pressure is with Curry to lead the team and not let lose on that last spot at 10th position for a play-in berth.

I agree with @LogitechMouse, I think that was really plan before, build the team around Green when they acquire him. But Green hasn't shown his true potential until their late run or when Sengun went down.

[LogitechMouse]

The Jazz kept it close up to the last second but the winning streak continues for the Rockets (11th win). Meanwhile, Warriors still keeping their distance with their 3rd straight win.

Wemby also had his best performance to date as they won against the Knicks. His 40 points and 20 rebounds  cancels out Brunson's monstrous 61 points. Great game for both of them but there can only be one winner.

With only 1 game separating both teams, every game for both the Rockets and the Warriors are very important.
The next game of the Warriors will be against San Antonio who just got a victory over the Knicks in a thriller game. The Rockets on the other hand will be facing the Mavericks next. A battle between 2 teams with current win streaks. Dallas with 6 while Houston has 11.

Speaking of San Antonio, Wemby is the latest addition to the Rookies who got 40-point 20-rebound game as a rookie. The last one who did the stat was Shaq way back 1993. The Spurs are eliminated already, but it seems like they're still making an upset towards playoff teams like Phoenix, and now the Knicks.

I agree with @LogitechMouse, I think that was really plan before, build the team around Green when they acquire him. But Green hasn't shown his true potential until their late run or when Sengun went down.

I don't know what's the main reason as to why Green didn't show his true potential until Sengun got injured. Maybe the reason is Sengun is too ball dominant since he's doing the passing, and scoring as well, and Green didn't have an opportunity to showcase himself. I mean they already have VanVleet as their PG, so Green's goal is to just score, and score. Sengun on the other can just focus on rebounding, and maybe a bit of passing.

[Baofeng]

So there's no upset today, winning streak of Hawks has been stop by the Bucks. As Milwaukee needed this win as well to stay as one of the top teams in the East. Giannis played great with double double of 36 and 16 and 8 assists.

Celtics go back to win column, defeating the Pels, still without Brandon Ingram. Although low scoring, it was a balance attack on the side of the Celtics and Zion efforts are not enough.

[Zed0X]

So the Rockets winning streak is over as they were beaten soundly by the Mavs. Meanwhile, the Warriors are on their 4th win streak after defeating the Spurs. Let's see how the Rockets will respond from here because the next five games are also tough to win.

[Jating]

So the Rockets winning streak is over as they were beaten soundly by the Mavs. Meanwhile, the Warriors are on their 4th win streak after defeating the Spurs. Let's see how the Rockets will respond from here because the next five games are also tough to win.

It's bound to happened that they their winning streak will have to end. Luka is just playing great and they toying with the defense of the Rockets as no one can really guard him one on one. And then he had one of the best shooting night at the 3 point area. They will be facing each other in the next couple of days and I think that game will decide once and for all who will go into the play-in. Very good game by the Warriors as I thought that they are going to choke again and melt down in that game against the Spurs. But it's their experience and having that championship DNA that propel them to win this one in the road.

[bisdak40]

So the Rockets winning streak is over as they were beaten soundly by the Mavs. Meanwhile, the Warriors are on their 4th win streak after defeating the Spurs. Let's see how the Rockets will respond from here because the next five games are also tough to win.

Based on the latest standings, the Warriors is ahead by two games on the Rockets and both team have a game tomorrow. With the degree of difficulty of opponent, i think the Rockets will be having trouble making the play-in tournament though the ball is round but i would put my money on the Timberwolves vs Rockets on tomorrow's game.

[Zed0X]

~ but i would put my money on the Timberwolves vs Rockets on tomorrow's game.

Are you betting on handicap? ML @1.34 is unattractive to me. I don't know if they could cover the spread (-8.50) @2.0 because the game could be closer that most of us thinks.

Since KAT and Sengun are still out, I think the player that will have a big impact in the game is Rudy Gobert. My bet is on him scoring 20+ points (the current odds is 4.09).

[LogitechMouse]

So the Rockets winning streak is over as they were beaten soundly by the Mavs. Meanwhile, the Warriors are on their 4th win streak after defeating the Spurs. Let's see how the Rockets will respond from here because the next five games are also tough to win.

The Rockets will not steal that 10th spot from the Warriors. 100% sure.
That's coming from a Warriors fan. 

Both the Warriors and the Rockets have a tough opponent a few hours from now. The Warriors will face Mavericks who are now on a winning streak. The Rockets will face the Timberwolves who are fighting for the top seed as well. The Rockets are only 12-24 on the road so I think I'll take the Timberwolves to win on this one. As for the Warriors-Mavericks, TBH it's hard to predict because the Warriors are 18-19 on their home while the Mavericks are 23-14 on the road. I might go with the Mavericks with this one maybe because there's a chance that both Thompson and Kuminga will not play.

[Baofeng]

So the Rockets winning streak is over as they were beaten soundly by the Mavs. Meanwhile, the Warriors are on their 4th win streak after defeating the Spurs. Let's see how the Rockets will respond from here because the next five games are also tough to win.

The Rockets will not steal that 10th spot from the Warriors. 100% sure.
That's coming from a Warriors fan. 

Both the Warriors and the Rockets have a tough opponent a few hours from now. The Warriors will face Mavericks who are now on a winning streak. The Rockets will face the Timberwolves who are fighting for the top seed as well. The Rockets are only 12-24 on the road so I think I'll take the Timberwolves to win on this one. As for the Warriors-Mavericks, TBH it's hard to predict because the Warriors are 18-19 on their home while the Mavericks are 23-14 on the road. I might go with the Mavericks with this one maybe because there's a chance that both Thompson and Kuminga will not play.

Yeah, very hard game for both of this two fighting for the play-in spot. But I could be wrong, but I think Warriors has a better chance against the Mavs. Yes, Luka is playing great but I think the experience of the Warriors will be a big factor and I do hope that JK and Thompson will play.

As for the Knicks vs Heat, I'm betting on them as the underdog. They really need to win this one against the Heat in the road and keep their momentum alive going into the remainder of the post season game.

[bisdak40]

~ but i would put my money on the Timberwolves vs Rockets on tomorrow's game.

Are you betting on handicap? ML @1.34 is unattractive to me. I don't know if they could cover the spread (-8.50) @2.0 because the game could be closer that most of us thinks.

Since KAT and Sengun are still out, I think the player that will have a big impact in the game is Rudy Gobert. My bet is on him scoring 20+ points (the current odds is 4.09).

I have the Timberwolves -5.5 @1.87 since the game already started when i bet and right now the Rockets is leading by seven points, hope the Wolves would come back as the game progress.

Gobert is not known to score that much but that odds of 4.09 is really attractive so good luck on your bet.

[Zed0X]

I didn't know Embiid already returned to the Sixers line up, I guess just in time for the play-in. He had a decent game against the Thunders.

~ but i would put my money on the Timberwolves vs Rockets on tomorrow's game.

Are you betting on handicap? ML @1.34 is unattractive to me. I don't know if they could cover the spread (-8.50) @2.0 because the game could be closer that most of us thinks.

Since KAT and Sengun are still out, I think the player that will have a big impact in the game is Rudy Gobert. My bet is on him scoring 20+ points (the current odds is 4.09).

I have the Timberwolves -5.5 @1.87 since the game already started when i bet and right now the Rockets is leading by seven points, hope the Wolves would come back as the game progress.

Gobert is not known to score that much but that odds of 4.09 is really attractive so good luck on your bet.

I'm disappointed with Gobert's score but they were able to cover your bet. I thought he'll be able to score easily because he'll be the focal point of attack for this game but he only managed 12 points.