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I want to start the discussion here about the NBA - information, predictions, analysis, betting ideas, etc.
I was surprised that no NBA-related discussion here was active. I tried to search for those threads but some are inactive. If I missed the active ones, I will lock this thread. If this is only the active one, I will modify the first post into a much-organized introduction post.
Let's start! Calling those NBA enthusiasts there.
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Yeah and I think it's about time to have NBA threads here.
But since there's no gambling sig campaigns here, I think there could be just few of us here who follow NBA. Hopefully though we will have the regulars come in here. A lot of schedule games tonight, so it's hard to pick, but I will be interesting to see a game between the Bucks and the Pacers as this two are now rivals as there are drama's specially when the Pacers didn't give Giannis the ball when he has 64 points against the Pacers. It's historic because it was record-breaking night for him.
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I just watched the end part of the Jazz vs Pistons game on YouTube. It was fun seeing them trade 3-pointers until the end of regular time. I can only imagine the excitement if we were to witness that live. Pistons have good scorers actually but they still struggle to win.
Bucks will face the Spurs next. What do you think of Bucks (-10.50) @2.03? Can they cover that spread?
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I just watched the end part of the Jazz vs Pistons game on YouTube. It was fun seeing them trade 3-pointers until the end of regular time. I can only imagine the excitement if we were to witness that live. Pistons have good scorers actually but they still struggle to win.
Bucks will face the Spurs next. What do you think of Bucks (-10.50) @2.03? Can they cover that spread?
Unfortunately, the Bucks didn't cover the spread as they just won by 4 points. And it's a great game, Giannis vs Wemby, good matchup and then Wemby with that big block against Giannis.
Final 1:30 of the game here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNZXiAZCJ18 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNZXiAZCJ18)
It was very intense, but in the end, it was the Bucks who take that big win against the Spurs.
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Yeah and I think it's about time to have NBA threads here.
But since there's no gambling sig campaigns here, I think there could be just few of us here who follow NBA. Hopefully though we will have the regulars come in here.
I think it will take a few weeks or even months for this thread and similar threads to get more activity.
As for the NBA, I would point out tonight's Raptors vs. Warriors game, as the Warriors players performed as poorly as possible. Just look at their stats in this game. Wiggins made only 1 of 6 shots, Kuminga made only 1 of 5 three-pointers, Podziemski made 2 of 11, including 1 of 8 three-pointers, and Curry didn't make a single three-pointer out of 9 attempts.
With performances like this, the Warriors may not even make the play-in tournament this regular season.
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Lakers vs Clippers was fun to watch as it was like a playoff match. Powell was so close to tying it and sending the game to overtime (honestly, I thought his shot was going in).
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With performances like this, the Warriors may not even make the play-in tournament this regular season.
Yeah they are currently out of the top 10.
It's amazing how this season is turning out to be. We have Suns, Lakers, and Warriors all struggling for an automatic playoff spot. I wouldn't be surprised if they face each other in the play-in.
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It's amazing how this season is turning out to be. We have Suns, Lakers, and Warriors all struggling for an automatic playoff spot. I wouldn't be surprised if they face each other in the play-in.
Yep, the NBA standings have changed a lot this regular season. Those teams who used to be favorites have suddenly become underdogs, while those teams who used to be at the bottom of the standings have suddenly become top teams. This is especially evident in the Western Conference standings, as the Wolves and Thunder are in first and second spots, respectively. It's funny that even the Rockets are almost in the top half of the standings.
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It's amazing how this season is turning out to be. We have Suns, Lakers, and Warriors all struggling for an automatic playoff spot. I wouldn't be surprised if they face each other in the play-in.
Yep, the NBA standings have changed a lot this regular season. Those teams who used to be favorites have suddenly become underdogs, while those teams who used to be at the bottom of the standings have suddenly become top teams. This is especially evident in the Western Conference standings, as the Wolves and Thunder are in first and second spots, respectively. It's funny that even the Rockets are almost in the top half of the standings.
The Jazz is slowly climbing up in the standings too winning five of their six games (losing only to Celtics) this January. Beating the Sixers, Bucks, and the Nuggets by double digits is not an easy task at all but they seem to have gained momentum. I won't be too surprised if they kick out either Warriors or Lakers out of the play-in tournament.
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Anyone saw the match between the Bucks and the number 1 team in the East Boston Celtics? The Bucks won big 135-102. We haven't seen Boston losing this huge this season. And as the number 1 team, I thought that this game is going to be very intense and close as this two is rivals. But I guess the Celtics woke up in the wrong side of the bed.
Same with the OKC 139-77 against the Blazers.
We have a lot of good games tonight, so not sure if everyone has put a bet already.
Here's mine:
Hawks -1.5 vs Pacers
Rockets -1.5 vs Pistons
Clippers -1.5 vs Memphis
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Separated by only one point with 10seconds left in the game and nobody guarding Banchero at the rim but he somehow didn't make the shot ;D How he missed that is just miraculous and it deserves to be the Shaqtin Fool's winner of the day. Good win by the Heat even without Buttler and Herro. Bam was clutch.
Here's mine:
Hawks -1.5 vs Pacers
Rockets -1.5 vs Pistons
Clippers -1.5 vs Memphis
2 of 3. Good win if this is not parlay.
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Separated by only one point with 10seconds left in the game and nobody guarding Banchero at the rim but he somehow didn't make the shot ;D How he missed that is just miraculous and it deserves to be the Shaqtin Fool's winner of the day. Good win by the Heat even without Buttler and Herro. Bam was clutch.
Here's mine:
Hawks -1.5 vs Pacers
Rockets -1.5 vs Pistons
Clippers -1.5 vs Memphis
2 of 3. Good win if this is not parlay.
Unfortunately, it's a parlay mate, so I lose everything when Hawks wasn't able to win against the Pacers. And in the Rockets vs Pistons game, Rockets was leading all throughout but Pistons caught up on them, but still enough to cover the handicap.
But it's all good, I haven't check games tonight, but will definitely try to look and bet at least single one.
I'll stay away from parlay for now, :)
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Is this thread for bets only? Or we can share our own opinion about what's happening with the league?
I mean in the other forum, there's a thread for opinions, and a thread for bets only. Just a curious guy who's an NBA fan here. :P
Anyway, I was just browsing on YouTube when I saw this Damian Lillard buzzer-beater three-point shot in overtime. You can watch it here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruRB9eZwp4k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruRB9eZwp4k)
It's insane (at least for me). You are down by 2 with 5 seconds remaining, and instead of going to a 2 to tie the game, you risked it and made a 3-point shot. The confidence is there, and he's like "I'm still a threat to the league. Guard me". Like what the commentator said, "DAME TIME IS ALIVE!!!!". I just missed his buzzer-beaters TBH. It's been a long time since I've seen him made a buzzer-beater three. :D
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Is this thread for bets only? Or we can share our own opinion about what's happening with the league?
I mean in the other forum, there's a thread for opinions, and a thread for bets only. Just a curious guy who's an NBA fan here. :P
Anyway, I was just browsing on YouTube when I saw this Damian Lillard buzzer-beater three-point shot in overtime. You can watch it here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruRB9eZwp4k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruRB9eZwp4k)
It's insane (at least for me). You are down by 2 with 5 seconds remaining, and instead of going to a 2 to tie the game, you risked it and made a 3-point shot. The confidence is there, and he's like "I'm still a threat to the league. Guard me". Like what the commentator said, "DAME TIME IS ALIVE!!!!". I just missed his buzzer-beaters TBH. It's been a long time since I've seen him made a buzzer-beater three. :D
There was a discussion of NBA games and betting in the previous thread, which is already closed. I don't think there's a need to create another thread for betting now since there aren't many NBA fans here yet.
As for Dame's buzzer-beater, that was an epic moment. He did it many times with the Blazers, and I'm sure we'll see more than one epic buzzer-beater from Dame in a Bucks jersey.
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Warriors with Klay and Steph losing to an underhanded Grizzlies is just so bad. No Marcus Smart, Ja Morant, Steven Adams and they still could not get the job done.
I smell some changes in this team before the trade deadline. The 3 players that are rumored to be moved are Moody, Kuminga, and Wiggins. I think they should keep at least two of them for the club's future.
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Warriors with Klay and Steph losing to an underhanded Grizzlies is just so bad. No Marcus Smart, Ja Morant, Steven Adams and they still could not get the job done.
I smell some changes in this team before the trade deadline. The 3 players that are rumored to be moved are Moody, Kuminga, and Wiggins. I think they should keep at least two of them for the club's future.
Klay was on the court longer than any other Warriors player in this game, but he only scored 9 points and was the most useless, considering his PM was -22. By the way, Wiggins and Kuminga were one of the players who tried to help Curry in this game. So, if I were the Warriors management, I wouldn't be in a hurry to trade those two guys.
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Warriors with Klay and Steph losing to an underhanded Grizzlies is just so bad. No Marcus Smart, Ja Morant, Steven Adams and they still could not get the job done.
I smell some changes in this team before the trade deadline. The 3 players that are rumored to be moved are Moody, Kuminga, and Wiggins. I think they should keep at least two of them for the club's future.
Klay was on the court longer than any other Warriors player in this game, but he only scored 9 points and was the most useless, considering his PM was -22. By the way, Wiggins and Kuminga were one of the players who tried to help Curry in this game. So, if I were the Warriors management, I wouldn't be in a hurry to trade those two guys.
Yeah that's so bad. I read that negotiation for Klay's contract extension has stalled last month and I don't know if the management is still interested to keep him with the way he's playing now. The sooner they break the core that they gave the franchise multiple championships, the better it is for the team.
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Warriors with Klay and Steph losing to an underhanded Grizzlies is just so bad. No Marcus Smart, Ja Morant, Steven Adams and they still could not get the job done.
I smell some changes in this team before the trade deadline. The 3 players that are rumored to be moved are Moody, Kuminga, and Wiggins. I think they should keep at least two of them for the club's future.
Klay was on the court longer than any other Warriors player in this game, but he only scored 9 points and was the most useless, considering his PM was -22. By the way, Wiggins and Kuminga were one of the players who tried to help Curry in this game. So, if I were the Warriors management, I wouldn't be in a hurry to trade those two guys.
Yeah that's so bad. I read that negotiation for Klay's contract extension has stalled last month and I don't know if the management is still interested to keep him with the way he's playing now. The sooner they break the core that they gave the franchise multiple championships, the better it is for the team.
That is the big question, and as per Klay's performance, if I'm the Warrior head, it's hard to give him that max contract that he is asking. He needs to show more in this season.
And as we have seen, they are struggling and it compound with another bad news about their assistant coach having a heart attack and die,
Golden State Warriors assistant coach Dejan Milojević died Wednesday after sustaining a heart attack while at a private team dinner in Salt Lake City Tuesday, the Warriors said.
He was 46 years old.
https://www.yahoo.com/sports/nba-postpones-warriors-game-against-174858427.html
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Yeah that's so bad. I read that negotiation for Klay's contract extension has stalled last month and I don't know if the management is still interested to keep him with the way he's playing now. The sooner they break the core that they gave the franchise multiple championships, the better it is for the team.
That is the big question, and as per Klay's performance, if I'm the Warrior head, it's hard to give him that max contract that he is asking. He needs to show more in this season.
I think the peak of Klay's career has passed, and his performance has gradually worsened since that serious injury. So now he is clearly not performing well enough to demand a max contract from Warriors management.
The same thing applies to Green. Honestly, I don't understand why the Warriors signed him to a $100 million contract last offseason.
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The same thing applies to Green. Honestly, I don't understand why the Warriors signed him to a $100 million contract last offseason.
That was a weird move indeed. Maybe it's the best way they could think of to payback what Draymond had done to them in the past. I still think that's a bad decision because he was clearly beyond his prime years and the incidents he's been involved with (Poole). Giving him that contract also limited their opportunities to sign new players.
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The same thing applies to Green. Honestly, I don't understand why the Warriors signed him to a $100 million contract last offseason.
That was a weird move indeed. Maybe it's the best way they could think of to payback what Draymond had done to them in the past. I still think that's a bad decision because he was clearly beyond his prime years and the incidents he's been involved with (Poole). Giving him that contract also limited their opportunities to sign new players.
Yeah, we forgot about Draymond's case as well, he did comeback to the Warriors to play but they lost to Memphis.
And so Warriors are very desperate right now and I think everyone is on the trade block except maybe Curry. Andrew Wiggins name always pop up for a trade with Siakam, but the Pacers was able to get Pascal now, so that trade is not obviously going to happen.
But eventually before the trade deadline next month, we might see some movements in the Warriors and try to salvage their season with acquisitions and trading their players that didn't help and might not to find a new home.
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Yeah, we forgot about Draymond's case as well, he did comeback to the Warriors to play but they lost to Memphis.
And so Warriors are very desperate right now and I think everyone is on the trade block except maybe Curry. Andrew Wiggins name always pop up for a trade with Siakam, but the Pacers was able to get Pascal now, so that trade is not obviously going to happen.
But eventually before the trade deadline next month, we might see some movements in the Warriors and try to salvage their season with acquisitions and trading their players that didn't help and might not to find a new home.
Curry is untouchable in terms of trades, as he is still the leader of the team and performing as well as ever.
The Warriors management should obviously do something to become a competitive team again, but it may not be a good idea to get rid of many players from the current roster. At least, I don't think Curry will be happy to be in a team that will be in a rebuilding phase.
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Latest buzz is Siakam's trade to the Pacers from Raptors.
Details of the deal:
Raptors receive:
Bruce Brown (via Pacers)
Kira Lewis (via Pelicans)
Jordan Nwora (via Pacers)
Two 2024 first-round picks (via Pacers)
Conditional 2026 first-round pick (via Pacers)
Pacers receive:
Pascal Siakam (via Raptors)
Future second-round pick (via Pelicans)
What do you think? It looks like it's a win for the Pacers since Paskal is still relatively young and he's been playing good so far this season. I think he's one of the most versatile Forward right now.
The trade doesn't seem to affect the remaining players as they beat the Heat convincingly.
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Latest buzz is Siakam's trade to the Pacers from Raptors.
Details of the deal:
Raptors receive:
Bruce Brown (via Pacers)
Kira Lewis (via Pelicans)
Jordan Nwora (via Pacers)
Two 2024 first-round picks (via Pacers)
Conditional 2026 first-round pick (via Pacers)
Pacers receive:
Pascal Siakam (via Raptors)
Future second-round pick (via Pelicans)
What do you think? It looks like it's a win for the Pacers since Paskal is still relatively young and he's been playing good so far this season. I think he's one of the most versatile Forward right now.
The trade doesn't seem to affect the remaining players as they beat the Heat convincingly.
Yes, I think the Pacers is the winner in this trade. Although Raptors have Quickley and RJ Barrett from the Knicks already and together with Barnes, they form a solid team.
But for the Pacers, they just getting stronger with the acquisition of Siakam that can give them maybe 20 points per game if he really blend it with the team. And with Haliburton still in the injured list, Pascal will be another options for them right now if he is going to play in their next game. So good trade with them, Pacers going deep this season and maybe in the thick of the fight in the East.
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Latest buzz is Siakam's trade to the Pacers from Raptors.
Details of the deal:
Raptors receive:
Bruce Brown (via Pacers)
Kira Lewis (via Pelicans)
Jordan Nwora (via Pacers)
Two 2024 first-round picks (via Pacers)
Conditional 2026 first-round pick (via Pacers)
Pacers receive:
Pascal Siakam (via Raptors)
Future second-round pick (via Pelicans)
What do you think? It looks like it's a win for the Pacers since Paskal is still relatively young and he's been playing good so far this season. I think he's one of the most versatile Forward right now.
The trade doesn't seem to affect the remaining players as they beat the Heat convincingly.
I think the Raptors' management made a strange trade since Siakam is performing well and is clearly at his prime. So why did they trade him for a player like Brown with mediocre stats and two other players who will probably be useless since they will spend all their time on the bench?
There is no doubt that the Pacers will be even stronger after this deal.
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Latest buzz is Siakam's trade to the Pacers from Raptors.
Details of the deal:
Raptors receive:
Bruce Brown (via Pacers)
Kira Lewis (via Pelicans)
Jordan Nwora (via Pacers)
Two 2024 first-round picks (via Pacers)
Conditional 2026 first-round pick (via Pacers)
Pacers receive:
Pascal Siakam (via Raptors)
Future second-round pick (via Pelicans)
What do you think? It looks like it's a win for the Pacers since Paskal is still relatively young and he's been playing good so far this season. I think he's one of the most versatile Forward right now.
The trade doesn't seem to affect the remaining players as they beat the Heat convincingly.
I think the Raptors' management made a strange trade since Siakam is performing well and is clearly at his prime. So why did they trade him for a player like Brown with mediocre stats and two other players who will probably be useless since they will spend all their time on the bench?
There is no doubt that the Pacers will be even stronger after this deal.
They are on the rebuilding phase actually, that's why they are willing to let go of Siakam this season. It was Fred VanFleet last season, when he sign a huge contract with the Houston Rockets and now playing one of the best season. And Paskal is the last of the renmants of their championship team with Leonard. So it's not that strange to begin with. The management has decided to change the whole roster, hence rebuilding phase.
And with that, Barnes now becoming their franchise player with some support from 2 former Knicks, RJ Barrett and IQ in the next 2-3 years. But I do agree that the Pacers is getting stronger with the Pascal acquisition.
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What a time for KD to pull off a game winner like that against the Bulls. Have you seen that? I thought Caruso was going to block him there and extend the game to overtime but that was a great adjustment midair. Anyway, back-to-back 40+ points for him as the Suns extend their win streak to six.
On another note, crazy numbers for Embiid with 70 points and for KAT with 62 points.
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What a time for KD to pull off a game winner like that against the Bulls. Have you seen that? I thought Caruso was going to block him there and extend the game to overtime but that was a great adjustment midair. Anyway, back-to-back 40+ points for him as the Suns extend their win streak to six.
On another note, crazy numbers for Embiid with 70 points and for KAT with 62 points.
Caruso might have blocked Durant's shot at that crucial moment if he had jumped a little later. In any case, the Suns seem to have found the right rhythm. At least now, their spot in the standings is better than at the beginning of the season.
As for Embiid and KAT's performances, it was definitely one of the most epic game days in NBA history.
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What a time for KD to pull off a game winner like that against the Bulls. Have you seen that? I thought Caruso was going to block him there
Caruso might have blocked Durant's shot at that crucial moment if he had jumped a little later.
I don't know, I thought it was a good timing but it's just a better adjustment by KD.
Heat decided to let go of Lowry. In return, they get Rozier.
Heat receive:
Terry Rozier
Hornets receive:
Kyle Lowry
2027 first-round pick
No offense to Lowry but I think this is a good deal for the Heat. He's good defensively but the team needs more option with offense and Rozier could provide that. Now, I'm looking forward to the adjustments to the starting line up. JJJ could be drop to the bench but I think he'll fine with that.
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What a time for KD to pull off a game winner like that against the Bulls. Have you seen that? I thought Caruso was going to block him there
Caruso might have blocked Durant's shot at that crucial moment if he had jumped a little later.
I don't know, I thought it was a good timing but it's just a better adjustment by KD.
Heat decided to let go of Lowry. In return, they get Rozier.
Heat receive:
Terry Rozier
Hornets receive:
Kyle Lowry
2027 first-round pick
No offense to Lowry but I think this is a good deal for the Heat. He's good defensively but the team needs more option with offense and Rozier could provide that. Now, I'm looking forward to the adjustments to the starting line up. JJJ could be drop to the bench but I think he'll fine with that.
How's everyone doing?
Yeah, I think it's about time the the Heat will have to give up the veteran Lowry, but I guess age has caught up with him as well. And having Rozier as a another offensive weapon, is a good thing to the Heat.
For this game, I'm just betting on twwo,
Wolves vs Wizards - Wolves -9.5 @1.73, they have to take this W, they are on a two game losing skid. And the OKC has taken or tied them in the Western Conference.
Heat vs Memphis - under 214.5 @180, I'm seeing that this could be a low scoring game. It's a risk that I'm willing to take.
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For this game, I'm just betting on twwo,
Wolves vs Wizards - Wolves -9.5 @1.73, they have to take this W, they are on a two game losing skid. And the OKC has taken or tied them in the Western Conference.
Heat vs Memphis - under 214.5 @180, I'm seeing that this could be a low scoring game. It's a risk that I'm willing to take.
Congrats on your win bro, you've got the two. That "under 214.5" bet for total score is indeed a risky one as i seldom see NBA games that are low scoring, mostly they are over 220's. It's just unfortunate that i have not tailed your bet as i just read your post now.
The Warriors are back on the court after mourning on the death of one of their assistant coach. Jonathan Kuminga has a new record with a perfect field goal with 11/11 from the field and most importantly they secure the win.
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Poor showing by the Heat with an almost complete roster against an underhanded Grizzlies. They are now on a four losing trick.
Congrats on that win @Baofeng. I wouldn't have taken that risk. In fact, I would have bet on the Heat on ML as it looks like an easy win for them. As it turns out, they struggled again without JJJ.
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Yeah, I think it's about time the the Heat will have to give up the veteran Lowry, but I guess age has caught up with him as well. And having Rozier as a another offensive weapon, is a good thing to the Heat.
Well, Rozier's first performance for the Heat was pretty mediocre as he only scored 9 points. Nevertheless, I still think Rozier is the exact player that the Heat need, considering he averaged 22.7 points per game this season when he was in a Hornets uniform. He probably needs some time to get acclimated to a new team.
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For this game, I'm just betting on twwo,
Wolves vs Wizards - Wolves -9.5 @1.73, they have to take this W, they are on a two game losing skid. And the OKC has taken or tied them in the Western Conference.
Heat vs Memphis - under 214.5 @180, I'm seeing that this could be a low scoring game. It's a risk that I'm willing to take.
Congrats on your win bro, you've got the two. That "under 214.5" bet for total score is indeed a risky one as i seldom see NBA games that are low scoring, mostly they are over 220's. It's just unfortunate that i have not tailed your bet as i just read your post now.
Poor showing by the Heat with an almost complete roster against an underhanded Grizzlies. They are now on a four losing trick.
Congrats on that win @Baofeng. I wouldn't have taken that risk. In fact, I would have bet on the Heat on ML as it looks like an easy win for them. As it turns out, they struggled again without JJJ.
Thanks, I seldom also bet on the over and under, but this time, I smell something is wrong with the Heat specially with that trade of Lowry. I'm sensing that their moral is very down and so they don't have that offensive mindset on that game.
So it's just based on my hunch and it's good to sometimes bet on the game that you really think or go against the crowd.
Haven't look at the games yet, but will be more interested on top teams going against low seed like Wolves vs Nets and Jazz over Wizards.
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Poor showing by the Heat with an almost complete roster against an underhanded Grizzlies. They are now on a four losing trick.
TBH, I didn't expect the Grizzlies to play this well despite being underhanded.
I mean they won 6 out of their last 10 games. When most of the Grizzlies got injured, I expected they would be playing way worse than their first 25 games, but it seems like they're proving something. They're proving they can still win games even though their key players are out.
Speaking of winning, the Pacers won against the Sixers even though they don't have Haliburton. Pascal Siakam leads his new team with a triple-double 26-13-10. This is what Pascal Siakam can give to his team. They're now 6th in the East currently, and I hope that they will not go down in the play-in tournament.
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All-Star starters are out, and I think our guy Alperen was just not given enough attention. Dude was 5th with fans voting, which is where he should be, but with media and players rank him waaaaaay lower, like not even remotely close to what fans think, suddenly he is way down. I think if this keeps up, then he may not even be at the bench, unless someone is injured and doesn't show up. I think it should be, he deserves it, I think he is a lot better than what people give him credit for and he should be all star bench this year. I am quite upset to see that players ranked him low, I can understand media, but players who played against him should know he is better than some of the names above him.
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All-Star starters are out, and I think our guy Alperen was just not given enough attention. Dude was 5th with fans voting, which is where he should be, but with media and players rank him waaaaaay lower, like not even remotely close to what fans think, suddenly he is way down. I think if this keeps up, then he may not even be at the bench, unless someone is injured and doesn't show up. I think it should be, he deserves it, I think he is a lot better than what people give him credit for and he should be all star bench this year. I am quite upset to see that players ranked him low, I can understand media, but players who played against him should know he is better than some of the names above him.
No question about it, your guy deserved a All Star. But competition in his spot is very tough as well.
Anyway, I lost my bet on the last game, Wolves won but didn't cover the spread. The Nets though has a chance to force the game into OT. But Bridges missed the first FT and intentionally missed the second FT so that they can get the rebound.
However, the ref called for a violation and that's it for the Nets. Bad lost for them.
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All-Star starters are out, and I think our guy Alperen was just not given enough attention. Dude was 5th with fans voting, which is where he should be, but with media and players rank him waaaaaay lower, like not even remotely close to what fans think, suddenly he is way down. I think if this keeps up, then he may not even be at the bench, unless someone is injured and doesn't show up. I think it should be, he deserves it, I think he is a lot better than what people give him credit for and he should be all star bench this year. I am quite upset to see that players ranked him low, I can understand media, but players who played against him should know he is better than some of the names above him.
The fans are going to obviously be biased and vote their favorite players. As far as the other 2 outlets, the media and players, they know that the NBA is all about $$$ and they have to vote for the most popular players I think. No offense to your guy, but I have never even heard of him.
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All-Star starters are out, and I think our guy Alperen was just not given enough attention. Dude was 5th with fans voting, which is where he should be, but with media and players rank him waaaaaay lower, like not even remotely close to what fans think, suddenly he is way down. I think if this keeps up, then he may not even be at the bench, unless someone is injured and doesn't show up. I think it should be, he deserves it, I think he is a lot better than what people give him credit for and he should be all star bench this year. I am quite upset to see that players ranked him low, I can understand media, but players who played against him should know he is better than some of the names above him.
Ever since, there's always a problem with how the All-star voting is being done. There will always be bias on the voting. As for Sengun, I believe that he's a big factor as to why the Rockets are playing better now compare to last season, but I also believe that there are far better players than him. He's 5th in voting because he's very popular, but that isn't the only factor alone for a player to be included as an all-star. He needs to develop more. They are calling him "Baby Jokic" for a reason, and he might be the next Jokic, but he needs to develop even more. No disrespect for that guy though. It's just that he isn't there still.
In other news, the father and son duo of Luka and Booker made history as they're the 5th players that scored more than 60+ points in a single night.
Just a few night ago, we saw KAT and Embiid scoring 60+ points as well. One team won, and the other lose. Same tonight where the Mavericks won, but the Suns lose. Anyway, I expect that this kind of trend where players will just score 60+ points in a single night will go up. The league is transitioning already, and offense is the main focus now instead of defense. Nothing wrong about that, and fans also love to see their favorite players scoring 20+ or even 30+ at a given night.
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In other news, the father and son duo of Luka and Booker made history as they're the 5th players that scored more than 60+ points in a single night.
Just a few night ago, we saw KAT and Embiid scoring 60+ points as well. One team won, and the other lose. Same tonight where the Mavericks won, but the Suns lose.
The main difference is that Luka was the more efficient shooter with 75.8 field goal percentage. There's basically nothing you could do as a defender when someone is on fire like that.
Anyway, I expect that this kind of trend where players will just score 60+ points in a single night will go up. The league is transitioning already, and offense is the main focus now instead of defense. Nothing wrong about that, and fans also love to see their favorite players scoring 20+ or even 30+ at a given night.
Not transitioning but transitioned. How many years has it been since fans have been saying that NBA has gone soft?
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In other news, the father and son duo of Luka and Booker made history as they're the 5th players that scored more than 60+ points in a single night.
Just a few night ago, we saw KAT and Embiid scoring 60+ points as well. One team won, and the other lose. Same tonight where the Mavericks won, but the Suns lose.
The main difference is that Luka was the more efficient shooter with 75.8 field goal percentage. There's basically nothing you could do as a defender when someone is on fire like that.
Anyway, I expect that this kind of trend where players will just score 60+ points in a single night will go up. The league is transitioning already, and offense is the main focus now instead of defense. Nothing wrong about that, and fans also love to see their favorite players scoring 20+ or even 30+ at a given night.
Not transitioning but transitioned. How many years has it been since fans have been saying that NBA has gone soft?
Defense is gone, unlike in the 80's-90's and I think players knows that as they have been criticized by ex-NBA player as well with regards to their ruggedness and being soft and flop (that's why there are new rules like in the last couple of years as well with players flopping).
So it's very different know, and again the debate as to who is the GOAT, really depends. For now in this era it could be Lebron. But for those who us who grow up watching the Bulls dominated the league in the 90's it will be Michael Jordan. And then 2000's to 2010, it could be Kobe.
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Great battle between old rivals, Lebron and Steph, as Lakers and Warriors went to double OT to settle the game with 1 point difference. This would have been better if it happened during the playoffs. Anyway, I'm sure there are a lot of plays worthy of highlights in that game but I'll pick this moment of Kahwi against the Celtics (at 1:03 mark).
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Great battle between old rivals, Lebron and Steph, as Lakers and Warriors went to double OT to settle the game with 1 point difference. This would have been better if it happened during the playoffs.
Lebron has the last laugh in there as they won that great match, great in the sense that my bet ticket won hehe. It was the second game that the Warriors lost by a slim one point. It was just unfortunate that the last 3 pointer that went in for Steph has been put to waste with that Lebron's drive to the basket.
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Great battle between old rivals, Lebron and Steph, as Lakers and Warriors went to double OT to settle the game with 1 point difference. This would have been better if it happened during the playoffs.
Lebron has the last laugh in there as they won that great match, great in the sense that my bet ticket won hehe. It was the second game that the Warriors lost by a slim one point. It was just unfortunate that the last 3 pointer that went in for Steph has been put to waste with that Lebron's drive to the basket.
Congrats mate, I'm thinking of betting on the Warriors with that +1.5, but I'm do busy doing things, and playing online games, hehehe, won on that game as well. But it's good to see hitting those bet, specially live game betting, when the Warriors is down like 7 or 5 points before the 1st half.
But it was indeed a great matchup, and in the end Lebron has the last laugh. And then they sink the Warriors and it's very hard to see them making the playoff unless there is a trade that will really push them again and winning games. And it really could be an end of an era for the Warriors.
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Great game between the Bucks and the Nuggets, two great teams, and who knows we might see the preview of the finals. But in the end, it was the Nuggets who got the dub here, it was a back and forth, but they hold their own with their great defense.
I thought that Dame will have a good basketball and maybe scoring above 20 points here with such great matchup against Murray.
But Murray was just outstanding in this game, and the former MVP? He has a blast, with another triple double in his career.
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Great game between the Bucks and the Nuggets, two great teams, and who knows we might see the preview of the finals. But in the end, it was the Nuggets who got the dub here, it was a back and forth, but they hold their own with their great defense.
I thought that Dame will have a good basketball and maybe scoring above 20 points here with such great matchup against Murray.
But Murray was just outstanding in this game, and the former MVP? He has a blast, with another triple double in his career.
I stayed away from that game i wasn't sure on whom to bet as both teams are in the top of the standings but not a fan of either team and have noticed that the Nuggets were not consistently winning as well as the Bucks.
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Great game between the Bucks and the Nuggets, two great teams, and who knows we might see the preview of the finals. But in the end, it was the Nuggets who got the dub here, it was a back and forth, but they hold their own with their great defense.
I thought that Dame will have a good basketball and maybe scoring above 20 points here with such great matchup against Murray.
But Murray was just outstanding in this game, and the former MVP? He has a blast, with another triple double in his career.
I stayed away from that game i wasn't sure on whom to bet as both teams are in the top of the standings but not a fan of either team and have noticed that the Nuggets were not consistently winning as well as the Bucks.
These games are usually the games where I might take the underdog and the points. In this case, Denver covered the spread, but usually a lot of the top teams play and the game ends up being really close.
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After that disappointing loss to the Lakers, the Warriors came back and won at their home against the Sixers 119-107.
4 starters are in double digits led by Curry with 37 points. Kuminga is there as well helping the team offensively with 26 points while we are seeing Wiggins stepping up with 23 points as well. BPod also helped them as their starting PG with 11 points. I just hope that this will be the start of Wiggins coming back to his old self. The old Wiggins that we are seeing when they won the title in 2022. That's what they need now for them to come back, and win more games.
As for the Sixers, well after a 70-point game against the Spurs, Embiid is held to scoring just 14 points and got a knee injury as well. I'm hoping for his fast recovery because he just got injured before this one, and now he got injured again. Without him, the Sixers will just be an average player. I mean he's averaging more than 30+ PPG, and it's for the team if the player scoring that high isn't playing.
Nevertheless, it's a good game. 10 games will be played tomorrow. The notable games are Denver against Oklahoma City, and Milwaukee Vs. Portland. Battle of the top teams and a battle between Dame's old team, and his new team. Good luck with your bets. :)
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Nevertheless, it's a good game. 10 games will be played tomorrow. The notable games are Denver against Oklahoma City, and Milwaukee Vs. Portland. Battle of the top teams and a battle between Dame's old team, and his new team. Good luck with your bets. :)
This should be an easy win for the Bucks, considering the Blazers are a pretty weak team, which takes the bottom of the Western Conference standings. However, it will be interesting to see how Blazers fans react to Lillard. I wonder if they will greet him with cheers or if they will boo him throughout the game.
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After that disappointing loss to the Lakers, the Warriors came back and won at their home against the Sixers 119-107.
4 starters are in double digits led by Curry with 37 points. Kuminga is there as well helping the team offensively with 26 points while we are seeing Wiggins stepping up with 23 points as well. BPod also helped them as their starting PG with 11 points. I just hope that this will be the start of Wiggins coming back to his old self. The old Wiggins that we are seeing when they won the title in 2022. That's what they need now for them to come back, and win more games.
As for the Sixers, well after a 70-point game against the Spurs, Embiid is held to scoring just 14 points and got a knee injury as well. I'm hoping for his fast recovery because he just got injured before this one, and now he got injured again. Without him, the Sixers will just be an average player. I mean he's averaging more than 30+ PPG, and it's for the team if the player scoring that high isn't playing.
Nevertheless, it's a good game. 10 games will be played tomorrow. The notable games are Denver against Oklahoma City, and Milwaukee Vs. Portland. Battle of the top teams and a battle between Dame's old team, and his new team. Good luck with your bets. :)
That's one game that is unpredictable, I thought that Joel is not going to play on that game or will be rested. And yet he played and only scored 14 points and got a knee injury? Ouch.
Yes, another good game, Denver vs OKC, Nuggets is a huge underdog here at 3.0. I might lean on them with that great odds.
And on the other night's game, Bulls vs Raptors, lost my bet, I went over 225.5 and the total score is 225. :(
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The Heat finally ended their seven game losing streak. It was a good way to do it against one of the top teams in the West (Kings).
Main story for the day is Liliard's facing Portland after his trade but it wasn't as good as he probably expected. Blazers, despite struggling, spoiled his return.
What's your take on the upcoming games:
Pacers vs. Knicks
Lakers vs. Celtics
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Nevertheless, it's a good game. 10 games will be played tomorrow. The notable games are Denver against Oklahoma City, and Milwaukee Vs. Portland. Battle of the top teams and a battle between Dame's old team, and his new team. Good luck with your bets. :)
This should be an easy win for the Bucks, considering the Blazers are a pretty weak team, which takes the bottom of the Western Conference standings. However, it will be interesting to see how Blazers fans react to Lillard. I wonder if they will greet him with cheers or if they will boo him throughout the game.
Well, if you put your bet on the Bucks in this game, you lost your bet because the Blazers spoiled the return of Dame in Moda Center as they defeated the Bucks by only 3 points.
This just shows that a weaker team will be stronger if the opposing team doesn't have the chemistry. A new coach equals a new playstyle, and a new playstyle equals adjustments and adjustments equals chemistry getting affected. I always believe that a change in the roster has an effect on the chemistry of the team, and that's what's happening right now with the Bucks. As for Lillard, I guess it's a bit expected that he will get a standing ovation from the Blazers' fans because after all, he helped the team win in the playoffs, and he's been the face of the franchise for years as well. A well-deserved applause for him. :)
What's your take on the upcoming games:
Pacers vs. Knicks
Lakers vs. Celtics
The Knicks are on an 8-game winning streak, and they have a 17-5 record on their home, so I will be predicting that their winning streak will be extended to 9 games since this game will be held on their home court. As for the Lakers-Celtics, it's a classic match-up, but the Celtics have the best home record currently with 22-2, so I'm predicting that they will win against the struggling Lakers who are now on a 2-game losing streak.
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With lakers trying to make last minute big trade decisions, I think they could actually get better, but it also depends on who they are giving. I still think that it is technically possible for them to get someone as good as Klay Thompson, but that seems like not happening, those were just rumors. Now, more realistic target seems to be Dejounte Murray, former Pop pupil is not a bad target to have and they will probably get it, and I think it will probably work for them quite well. Him at PG, with Lebron and AD, that might be a good defensive team, with other role players being strong on defense as well. When you have strong defense, then offense becomes easier as well.
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Well, if you put your bet on the Bucks in this game, you lost your bet because the Blazers spoiled the return of Dame in Moda Center as they defeated the Bucks by only 3 points.
This just shows that a weaker team will be stronger if the opposing team doesn't have the chemistry. A new coach equals a new playstyle, and a new playstyle equals adjustments and adjustments equals chemistry getting affected. I always believe that a change in the roster has an effect on the chemistry of the team, and that's what's happening right now with the Bucks. As for Lillard, I guess it's a bit expected that he will get a standing ovation from the Blazers' fans because after all, he helped the team win in the playoffs, and he's been the face of the franchise for years as well. A well-deserved applause for him. :)
Lol, looks like I overestimated the Bucks this time around. Apparently, Doc Rivers and the Bucks players really need time to get used to each other.
As for the fans' reaction to Lillard's return, it's good that they applauded him. I had some doubts about that because sometimes fans don't greet former players of a team so well. For example, some Cavs fans reacted very negatively and burned LeBron's jerseys when Lebron decided to move to the Heat, even though he also did a lot for the Cavs.
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For example, some Cavs fans reacted very negatively and burned LeBron's jerseys when Lebron decided to move to the Heat, even though he also did a lot for the Cavs.
Well, the good thing is that, when he came back to the Cavaliers after his stint with the Heat, the fans wholeheartedly welcomed him, and in exchange, he gave the team their first title after defying all odds and making a comeback after that 3-1 deficit against the Warriors. TBH, I'm also thinking that he might come back to the Cavaliers, and reunite if the Cavaliers will draft Bronny in the draft night. Who knows? :D
1-1 on my prediction. :D
I just love the Knicks fans, and how they chanted "MVP" to Jalen Brunson because of his 1st all-star selection. At the same time, they extended their winning streak to 9 as they won against the Pacers. I guess it's a good thing that the Knicks really pursued him because it's paying already.
As for the Lakers-Celtics, they really stunned the home team. There's no AD, there's no Lebron on that game, but they still won. :D The distribution of offense really made the Lakers won on this one lead by Austin Reaves that has 32 points, and 6 players of the Lakers are in double-digit as well.
I'll just also share the status of the injury of Joel Embiid base on ESPN: LINK (https://www.espn.ph/nba/story/_/id/39438693/sixers-joel-embiid-injury-meniscus-left-knee-mri-shows)
Embiid will be out through the rest of the weekend while treatment options for the injury continue to be explored. Sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski that there is still uncertainty over how Embiid and the 76ers will move forward with a treatment plan for the injury, and options will be discussed over the next several days.
This new rule of the NBA really is a stupid rule, and it might affect Embiid. He's the reigning MVP, and he already missed 13 games. Base on the rule:
A player can miss no more than 17 games to be eligible for the league's major honors, including MVP and All-NBA, as part of the league's new player participation policy that was implemented this season.
What can you say about that new rule by the league?
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Another familiar picture with the Pistons starting strong but ends up losing against the Clippers in the end. Kahwi's the highest scorer with an efficient 70 FG% and an impressive game from Westbrook as well.
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Another familiar picture with the Pistons starting strong but ends up losing against the Clippers in the end. Kahwi's the highest scorer with an efficient 70 FG% and an impressive game from Westbrook as well.
Actually, it's Russell Westbrook's rally why the Clippers advanced to win. Unfortunately, that kind of performance by him is not consistent anymore, same with other superstars on the Clippers right now e.g. Paul George, James Harden, and even Kawhi Leonard in some cases.
Agree with you that Detroit Pistons is always starting strong but lacking a push to win at the end.
Anyway,Pistons are tanking this season that's why no big deal. "D
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Another familiar picture with the Pistons starting strong but ends up losing against the Clippers in the end. Kahwi's the highest scorer with an efficient 70 FG% and an impressive game from Westbrook as well.
Actually, it's Russell Westbrook's rally why the Clippers advanced to win. Unfortunately, that kind of performance by him is not consistent anymore, same with other superstars on the Clippers right now e.g. Paul George, James Harden, and even Kawhi Leonard in some cases.
Agree with you that Detroit Pistons is always starting strong but lacking a push to win at the end.
Anyway,Pistons are tanking this season that's why no big deal. "D
Whether it's Russ, or Kawhi, or PG, or Harden, one thing's for sure. Other teams must watch out for the Clippers this upcoming playoffs because they're better now that they have Harden. Chemistry? It's been there already, and with 4 all-star caliber players playing on the same team, some might say that there might be some problems with it, but it seems like they know their roles already, and that's not a good sign for other teams TBH.
Kawhi has been playing his best season since he's on the Raptors. He played on 43 of the last 47 total games, and he's been consistent throughout the season. Russ for me is the main reason why they are better now because I believe him offering himself to be a role player is a big factor as to why they are now at the 3rd seed. Of course, I will not discredit Harden, and PG13 because they're contributing to the team as well. Their role players are pretty solid as well.
They're only 1 game behind the top-seeded Thunder. They also won on 12 of their last 15 games, and if they continue to play like this, they might get that top spot TBH. As for the Pistons, they've been tanking for 4 years already, and they already wasted 4 years of Cade Cunningham's prime years. I just hope that he will request a trade because his talent is being wasted there.
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Another familiar picture with the Pistons starting strong but ends up losing against the Clippers in the end. Kahwi's the highest scorer with an efficient 70 FG% and an impressive game from Westbrook as well.
Actually, it's Russell Westbrook's rally why the Clippers advanced to win. Unfortunately, that kind of performance by him is not consistent anymore, same with other superstars on the Clippers right now e.g. Paul George, James Harden, and even Kawhi Leonard in some cases.
Agree with you that Detroit Pistons is always starting strong but lacking a push to win at the end.
Anyway,Pistons are tanking this season that's why no big deal. "D
I think initially they really wanted to test themselves in this season, but when losses stop piling for the Pistons and then having the longest losing streak, it definitely affected their mentality and decided to tank for now, to get those top picks.
As for the Clippers, yeah, they have superstars, but it's not that consistent. Not all of them played very well together and most of the time they will be sitting injured or just can't contributed. And I even heard that James Harden is on the trading block again?
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I highly doubt Pistons even "tried" to win this season, I mean they could be trying to win every game from all I can see, but they had a losing streak that looked so bad that I feel like it wasn't really all that great, it didn't really felt like it was something to care, it was really a huge disappointment in general. I think it should be clear to everyone that we are talking about a situation where Pistons can't win games, not because they don't want to or anything like that, they are just straight up trash, and that's why I think its clear that we are going to end up with a terrible team all season long, and I highly doubt they can get better within a few seasons neither.
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~ an impressive game from Westbrook as well.
Actually, it's Russell Westbrook's rally why the Clippers advanced to win.~
~ Russ for me is the main reason why they are better now because I believe him offering himself to be a role player is a big factor as to why they are now at the 3rd seed.
Speaking of Russ, there's no denying that his sacrifice to be demoted from the starting line up helped the whole team. One thing I would like to add is that he's also doing well leading/blending with the second team. Clippers probably have the best bench in the league right now with Powell, Theis, Coffey, and even Plumlee.
GSW vs Hawks just ended (OT). It must suck to be that guy who scores 60 points (Curry) and still lose the game. You don't see that too often.
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I highly doubt Pistons even "tried" to win this season, I mean they could be trying to win every game from all I can see, but they had a losing streak that looked so bad that I feel like it wasn't really all that great, it didn't really felt like it was something to care, it was really a huge disappointment in general.
They can win games. It's just that, they're trying their luck again by losing hard hoping that they might get another high draft spot on the next draft night. They've been doing it for 4 straight years. 4 straight years of the team being at the bottom of the standings, and until now, the best player that they can get is Cade Cunningham which is probably requesting a trade anytime soon because Killian Hayes already requested it, and I will not be surprised if he will do as well. Well, they got Amen Thompson which is kind of a good player as well. Overall, when the audience is already telling to sell the team, you know there's a problem with them. It's either the management, or the players themselves.
Speaking of losing, the Sixers are now on a 2 game losing streak, and 1-2 ever since Embiid got injured. I know it's a sample size, but I expect that the Sixers will be a different without their main all-star. It's just a bit unfortunate that he got injured, and will be out for weeks because of an injury. He will not play in the all-star, and at the same time, he will not be available in those awards because for sure he will not play more than 65 games anymore.
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Speaking of losing, the Sixers are now on a 2 game losing streak, and 1-2 ever since Embiid got injured. I know it's a sample size, but I expect that the Sixers will be a different without their main all-star. It's just a bit unfortunate that he got injured, and will be out for weeks because of an injury. He will not play in the all-star, and at the same time, he will not be available in those awards because for sure he will not play more than 65 games anymore.
That losing streak is somehow expected as they loss Embiid who averages 30+ points a game and nobody on their lineup could fill the gap. They will be up against the Warriors tomorrow so i think that losing streak will continue as the Warriors on the other hand is winning their last two games.
I've read the news that Embiid had a surgery, is that a season ending injury for him?
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Speaking of losing, the Sixers are now on a 2 game losing streak, and 1-2 ever since Embiid got injured. I know it's a sample size, but I expect that the Sixers will be a different without their main all-star. It's just a bit unfortunate that he got injured, and will be out for weeks because of an injury. He will not play in the all-star, and at the same time, he will not be available in those awards because for sure he will not play more than 65 games anymore.
That losing streak is somehow expected as they loss Embiid who averages 30+ points a game and nobody on their lineup could fill the gap. They will be up against the Warriors tomorrow so i think that losing streak will continue as the Warriors on the other hand is winning their last two games.
I've read the news that Embiid had a surgery, is that a season ending injury for him?
Perhaps it will be season ending for the big man. It's unfortunate, but with him out of the Sixers, they might find it hard to win. Maybe they will bottom down but still can make the playoffs.
But without their offensive machine in Joel, going to be very difficult. Maxey can't do it alone, Tobias Harris is trying but also not up their yet, although he still averages almost 17 points per game. And they will be facing the Hawks next, another hungry team and wanted to have a good position as well in the Eastern Conference.
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Speaking of losing, the Sixers are now on a 2 game losing streak, and 1-2 ever since Embiid got injured. I know it's a sample size, but I expect that the Sixers will be a different without their main all-star. It's just a bit unfortunate that he got injured, and will be out for weeks because of an injury. He will not play in the all-star, and at the same time, he will not be available in those awards because for sure he will not play more than 65 games anymore.
That losing streak is somehow expected as they loss Embiid who averages 30+ points a game and nobody on their lineup could fill the gap. They will be up against the Warriors tomorrow so i think that losing streak will continue as the Warriors on the other hand is winning their last two games.
I've read the news that Embiid had a surgery, is that a season ending injury for him?
Perhaps it will be season ending for the big man. It's unfortunate, but with him out of the Sixers, they might find it hard to win. Maybe they will bottom down but still can make the playoffs.
But without their offensive machine in Joel, going to be very difficult. Maxey can't do it alone, Tobias Harris is trying but also not up their yet, although he still averages almost 17 points per game. And they will be facing the Hawks next, another hungry team and wanted to have a good position as well in the Eastern Conference.
The Sixers lost at home by more than 20 points yesterday, this is one of the testaments that they can't win or let us consistently win without their main guy at the middle, Joel Imbeed. They are still in the top eight in the standings in the Eastern Conference but I don't think that they can hold that position just relying on Harris and Maxey so let's see what the future brings to this interesting Sixers team.
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Speaking of losing, the Sixers are now on a 2 game losing streak, and 1-2 ever since Embiid got injured. I know it's a sample size, but I expect that the Sixers will be a different without their main all-star. It's just a bit unfortunate that he got injured, and will be out for weeks because of an injury. He will not play in the all-star, and at the same time, he will not be available in those awards because for sure he will not play more than 65 games anymore.
That losing streak is somehow expected as they loss Embiid who averages 30+ points a game and nobody on their lineup could fill the gap. They will be up against the Warriors tomorrow so i think that losing streak will continue as the Warriors on the other hand is winning their last two games.
I've read the news that Embiid had a surgery, is that a season ending injury for him?
Nope it isn't a season-ending injury. Base on Shams: LINK (https://hoopshype.com/2024/02/06/shams-joel-embiid-injury-could-be-anywhere-between-six-to-eight-weeks/)
Joel Embiid injury could be anywhere between six to eight weeks
It isn't a season-ending injury, but it will take a long time for him to return. There might be a chance that we will see him back during the playoffs already. Ever since he got injured, the Sixers are on a 4-game losing streak, and TBH there's a huge chance that they might end up at the play-in spot without Embiid. They're relying too much on him when he's playing, and now that he isn't, who will step up offensively? I don't see anybody, and if there is, it isn't enough for them to get some wins.
Maxey, and Harris are there 2 best options. I guess I'll just hope that they will find a way to overcome this problem and get some wins even without Embiid. Speedy recovery for him as well.
P.S. I'm browsing thru the trades that happened, and it seems like the Sixers got Hield which is a good 3-pt shooter as well with a career percentage of 40%. That's a good addition to the team.
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One of the talking points in the last games was Beverley on the drawing board and giving instructions to his new teammate Brook Lopez. Honestly, I did not expect him doing something like that but I guess it's a good thing. The Bucks needed the new energy to the team after the poor start from the recent change in coach.
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One of the talking points in the last games was Beverley on the drawing board and giving instructions to his new teammate Brook Lopez. Honestly, I did not expect him doing something like that but I guess it's a good thing. The Bucks needed the new energy to the team after the poor start from the recent change in coach.
Yeah, funny to see Pat flexing his muscle on his first game as a Buck. But we can see his effect though, he is animated and a tough defender and so it was contagious as everyone now in the Bucks seems to be bad boy, ;D
They got their W on that game, with his help, let me tell you that.
Steph though, stole the show from last night games against the Suns, that dagger 3 with just .7 left in the clock.
There's some controversial in the others side as Wiggins foul Durant, but they have a foul to give and then Draymond locking Durant in the last .6 seconds and not given him a good look.
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One of the talking points in the last games was Beverley on the drawing board and giving instructions to his new teammate Brook Lopez. Honestly, I did not expect him doing something like that but I guess it's a good thing. The Bucks needed the new energy to the team after the poor start from the recent change in coach.
What's more popular right now?
Beverley getting that drawing board from Coach Doc Rivers or the move of Thanasis that made the whole Bucks' bench dance. Thanasis the "ShammGod". :D
Nevertheless, I guess the thing that Beverley did is way less than what Iguodala did when he was still a Warrior where he really just got the drawing board, sat there, and coached his fellow players. Anyway, the fans love PatBev, and they won so I guess let's not make it a big deal and criticize. I just love him whichever team he goes because of his hustle. :D
The Bucks are at the bottom in terms of defense, and adding him at least making them better defensively.
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Celtics got the better of their rival team from Miami. Although they lost, the Heat seems to be improving with the Rozier addition. They still have a losing record since the trade (4-6) but I think they will be climbing back to the top 6 soon.
One of the talking points in the last games was Beverley on the drawing board and giving instructions to his new teammate Brook Lopez. Honestly, I did not expect him doing something like that but I guess it's a good thing. The Bucks needed the new energy to the team after the poor start from the recent change in coach.
What's more popular right now?
Beverley getting that drawing board from Coach Doc Rivers or the move of Thanasis that made the whole Bucks' bench dance. Thanasis the "ShammGod". :D
I've seen that move he made too. It's entertaining and made it to some highlight videos but still not close to what Beverley did.
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The closely contested game between the Rockets and the Knicks ended in a controversy. How did you view the foul that was called on Brunson? I initially thought it was a good call and it was also validated after the review. However, another statement was released by the crew chief after the game that it shouldn't have been a foul.
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Celtics got the better of their rival team from Miami. Although they lost, the Heat seems to be improving with the Rozier addition. They still have a losing record since the trade (4-6) but I think they will be climbing back to the top 6 soon.
I think it's too early to draw any conclusions about Rozier's impact on the Heat's results because he has played very few games for them. The only thing I've noticed is that Rozier's been performing worse since his trade to the Heat. Moreover, Rozier suffered a sprained right knee in this game vs the Celtics, and that's bad news for the Heat because Rozier is probably out for a couple of weeks or even a month.
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Last night's game was full of surprises for us, after just 2 games because of the superbowl, we have a lot of games last night. But it was totally unpredictable as majority of the underdogs have won their game.
And so it shows another unpredictable games and for sure majority of us here might have lost their bet.
Pre game bet,
Celtics vs Nets - Celtics -7.5 @1.79
Wolves vs Portland - Wolves -7.5 @1.81
Best of luck.
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Pre game bet,
Celtics vs Nets - Celtics -7.5 @1.79
Wolves vs Portland - Wolves -7.5 @1.81
Celtics barely covered the spread, congrats!
I had a friendly bet with a peer on the Heat vs Bucks game. He won the coin toss and, as a reward, he gets to pick first. He chose the Bucks but too bad for him ;D Honestly, I didn't expect to win that one but I'll take the ~$20
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What did you guys think of the Lakers vs. Jazz game? The Lakers without LeBron did surprisingly well this time around. By the way, almost all players of their starting lineup performed well, as Rui scored 36 points, Davis had a double-double with 37 points and 15 rebounds, Reaves scored 22 points, and Russell had 17 assists and was close to a triple-double.
Looks like the Lakers management made the right decision by keeping Russell on the team.
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Pre game bet,
Celtics vs Nets - Celtics -7.5 @1.79
Wolves vs Portland - Wolves -7.5 @1.81
Celtics barely covered the spread, congrats!
I had a friendly bet with a peer on the Heat vs Bucks game. He won the coin toss and, as a reward, he gets to pick first. He chose the Bucks but too bad for him ;D Honestly, I didn't expect to win that one but I'll take the ~$20
Yep, both games was very close mate, Celtics already won by double digit until they relax and let the Nets come back and I almost lost the bet. Same with the Wolves against Portland, very close game until the 4th quarter wherein the Wolves poured everything.
@dwyane36 - yes, it seems the the Lakers have settled down already. Rui and AD had 30+ points in that game, very huge for them. And then D'Lo with a career high 17 assists. Lakers show is back and their mentality to win is there and unlike before wherein you feel that they don't have the mentality to win. So another great performance by the whole Lakers, including their second stringers.
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I'm not sure if anyone has asked and although part of the soap opera with Lebron stood out these days, but it was just rumors, he leaves as a free agent or ends his career with the Lakers.
fM: I think he will be a free agent and will review offers...
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I'm not sure if anyone has asked and although part of the soap opera with Lebron stood out these days, but it was just rumors, he leaves as a free agent or ends his career with the Lakers.
fM: I think he will be a free agent and will review offers...
There is a chance that he will end up wearing a Warriors uniform because rumors have it that he wants to play with Steph Curry before he ends his career hehe.
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I'm not sure if anyone has asked and although part of the soap opera with Lebron stood out these days, but it was just rumors, he leaves as a free agent or ends his career with the Lakers.
fM: I think he will be a free agent and will review offers...
There is a chance that he will end up wearing a Warriors uniform because rumors have it that he wants to play with Steph Curry before he ends his career hehe.
Yeah, it was weird reading articles about Warriors also reaching out to Lakers for the possibility of uniting the two. I also read that even Draymond talked to their common agent to help out. It's an attractive offer for sure but joining them would likely not add anything to either guy's legacy.
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I highly doubt that he will leave at the end of the season to Warriors, I think he will leave to whoever gets Bronny. This could very well be warriors too, who knows. I mean by mock drafts, Bronny looks like an undrafted prospect, if that is true and he goes undrafted, Warriors could offer him a minimum, and Lebron the max, by getting rid of someone else I think. Probably Draymond? Is his contract getting close to over? All in all I still think that some other team is a possibility. Lakers will not be trading him now, not much time left anyway, so we need to wait until the season is over, and the draft happens, we can only see where he goes after that.
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and...! NBA ALL Star Game:
West All-Stars, +/- : @1.6
East All-Stars, +/-: @2
I think those from the east are going to win without much trouble, we are in a weekend of dunks, fun games, and Lebron James reaching another record.
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OK, thanks for your thoughts.
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I'm not sure if anyone has asked and although part of the soap opera with Lebron stood out these days, but it was just rumors, he leaves as a free agent or ends his career with the Lakers.
fM: I think he will be a free agent and will review offers...
There is a chance that he will end up wearing a Warriors uniform because rumors have it that he wants to play with Steph Curry before he ends his career hehe.
Maybe, but it will cost a lot of players for the Warriors and it might not have enough time for Lebron to win another ring. But I applaud the Warriors though, they are really aggressive as per the news on recruiting Lebron James.
Perhaps it steamed on how they got KD and they won back to back. But the big 3 is still in their primes during that time. And it has something to do with Bronny as well, Lebron is just waiting for his son to join the NBA and so he might stay with the Lakers for now.
Anyone excited with the All Star Weekend? Slam Dunk and 3 Points?
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Maybe, but it will cost a lot of players for the Warriors and it might not have enough time for Lebron to win another ring. But I applaud the Warriors though, they are really aggressive as per the news on recruiting Lebron James.
Perhaps it steamed on how they got KD and they won back to back. But the big 3 is still in their primes during that time. And it has something to do with Bronny as well, Lebron is just waiting for his son to join the NBA and so he might stay with the Lakers for now.
Klay, Wiggins, and maybe one draft pick yo get Lakers to agree. As for Bronny, it doesn't look like he's good enough. If not for the father's achievements, teams would probably snub him.
Anyone excited with the All Star Weekend? Slam Dunk and 3 Points?
I' m not betting that's why I'd rather watch some highlights or full replay if it's good. It's been disappointing the last couple of years.
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Perhaps it steamed on how they got KD and they won back to back. But the big 3 is still in their primes during that time. And it has something to do with Bronny as well, Lebron is just waiting for his son to join the NBA and so he might stay with the Lakers for now.
Lebron wants to makes history once again, father and son playing together in one team hehe. Per mock draft, Bronny did not make it but with his father influencing the Laker's front office, he will the Laker's uniform next season. ;D
Anyone excited with the All Star Weekend? Slam Dunk and 3 Points?
TBH, i'm not excited with the AllStar's circus anymore, seems like they are doing the warm-ups with no defense at all.
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I'm not sure if anyone has asked and although part of the soap opera with Lebron stood out these days, but it was just rumors, he leaves as a free agent or ends his career with the Lakers.
fM: I think he will be a free agent and will review offers...
There is a chance that he will end up wearing a Warriors uniform because rumors have it that he wants to play with Steph Curry before he ends his career hehe.
Maybe, but it will cost a lot of players for the Warriors and it might not have enough time for Lebron to win another ring. But I applaud the Warriors though, they are really aggressive as per the news on recruiting Lebron James.
Perhaps it steamed on how they got KD and they won back to back. But the big 3 is still in their primes during that time. And it has something to do with Bronny as well, Lebron is just waiting for his son to join the NBA and so he might stay with the Lakers for now.
The chances of him going to the Warriors will go up significantly if the Warriors will draft Bronny. Aside from that, I don't see him going to the Lakers.
He also teased the Knicks fans by using the Knicks towel instead of a Lakers towel, but the Knicks management has no interest in getting him... at least for now.
I just watched a video a few hours ago on players the Warriors can get next season, and these players are PG13, Giannis, and KD. Of the three, Giannis, and KD have the highest chances of leaving the team, especially Giannis if the Bucks do not win this season. KD on the other hand showed frustration on his team because of injuries. As for Lebron, he has a player option next season so he can just pick whatever he wants to do. I mean he will not be called Le-GM for no reason right?
I guess the safest prediction to do with regards to which team Lebron will be next season is that, whoever team drafts Bronny (if he will get drafted), that's the team where Le-GM will be playing.
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Steph Curry winning over Sabrina in the 3 point contest between them.
Dame back to back champion in the 3 point shoot out.
Slam Dunk? Damn those judges, they really trying to get Jalen Brown to win, Lol, ;D. So I guess slam dunk is dead already unless we see another Aaron Gordon vs Zach Lavine performance.
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Slam Dunk? Damn those judges, they really trying to get Jalen Brown to win, Lol, ;D. So I guess slam dunk is dead already unless we see another Aaron Gordon vs Zach Lavine performance.
When you see a participant dunk over a short guy (and sitting), you might as well consider it dead ;D Kai seems popular among the younger generations and that's why Jalen had to do it for the viewership. The problem is that the quality of the contest was ruined. That should have been an intermission and not part of the contest. Just laughable.
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Slam Dunk? Damn those judges, they really trying to get Jalen Brown to win, Lol, ;D. So I guess slam dunk is dead already unless we see another Aaron Gordon vs Zach Lavine performance.
When you see a participant dunk over a short guy (and sitting), you might as well consider it dead ;D Kai seems popular among the younger generations and that's why Jalen had to do it for the viewership. The problem is that the quality of the contest was ruined. That should have been an intermission and not part of the contest. Just laughable.
Lol, but yes, what's Jaylen Brown is thinking?
I think the viewership was more on the Steph vs Sabrina, first time that we have seen it so everyone is curious about it. The next time though for Slam Dunk, they should get like ANT and other high flyers in the game.
A healthy Ja Morant? Wow, I'm seeing him pulling great dunks for us. But we will never know if they don't want to join this contest.
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Slam Dunk? Damn those judges, they really trying to get Jalen Brown to win, Lol, ;D. So I guess slam dunk is dead already unless we see another Aaron Gordon vs Zach Lavine performance.
When you see a participant dunk over a short guy (and sitting), you might as well consider it dead ;D Kai seems popular among the younger generations and that's why Jalen had to do it for the viewership. The problem is that the quality of the contest was ruined. That should have been an intermission and not part of the contest. Just laughable.
Yep) That moment looked ridiculous, and the slam dunk contest wasn't very interesting. I don't even remember a moment like that at any of the previous slam dunk contests. Brown is probably the first player who got booed by the crowd for his dunk, and that crowd reaction clearly showed how bad that slam dunk contest was.
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A healthy Ja Morant? Wow, I'm seeing him pulling great dunks for us. But we will never know if they don't want to join this contest.
Nah, I don't see that happening even if healthy unless Adam Silver orders all NBA teams to send their best dunker/s. Ja probably wants to join but the Grizz board doesn't want to take risk of potential injury. Seeing how the all-star went (East vs. West), I expect the overall quality of the events to go down further.
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Steph Curry winning over Sabrina in the 3 point contest between them.
Dame back to back champion in the 3 point shoot out.
Slam Dunk? Damn those judges, they really trying to get Jalen Brown to win, Lol, ;D. So I guess slam dunk is dead already unless we see another Aaron Gordon vs Zach Lavine performance.
The Slam Dunk Contest is what they call "The Cream of the crop" because many are waiting for it, but within that night, for me, it isn't. A 3-point contest is way entertaining to watch especially that final shot of Damian Lillard. You can see the face of Trae Young while missing, but a person covered him when the final shot went in so we didn't see his face after that.
I will not be surprised if there will be a 2-on-2 3-point shootout next year. I mean the best 3-point shooters in WNBA Vs. Best shooters in NBA. That would be awesome, and that would give more exposure to WNBA as well. As for the Dunk Contest, I will always agree with what Stephen A. Smith said regarding the change of this one. Pick up the best dunkers in America, and let them compete in the all-star weekend. I mean that would be more entertaining than watching these NBA players doing the same dunks over and over again.
Overall, the event is a "MEH!!" for me. Good thing that I didn't watch especially the all-star game.
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It is obvious that everyone hated this all-star game, and to be fair I do not remember that many games in the last 10 years that excited me like the good old days. However, people are forgetting that while the old days didn't have this many "let him score" moments, it wasn't really a hardcore defence like the league was doing. Remember, those days were the days of hand checking and good defence, but at the same time people didn't shoot from the half court like Dame did, if you were in 99' and tried half court shot, nobody would have defended either. And we had self-oops in those days too. So, while I do believe that it got worse, it was never awesome to be fair, all-star games were always more "fun" oriented than regular season games, but those days defence was harder, so when you do softer defence in all-star games, the defence was still on par with regular season defence of today. Also, one important thing is that the dunk contest was seen as much more important on those days, I still think the three point contest is fun, but the dunk contest got worse, so that really took a lot of air from the weekend as well. We no longer have Vince, Kobe, r.josh, t-mac type of dunkers, now we have G-league dunkers. So when you combine that, with less defensive league and even less defence on all-star, it started to look worse.
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So when you combine that, with less defensive league and even less defence on all-star, it started to look worse.
I think the NBA management realizes this, and that's why they experiment with this event year after year. It's in their best interest to make All-Star weekend a more interesting event because if the audience doesn't like and watch it, the NBA risks losing its advertising contracts.
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So when you combine that, with less defensive league and even less defence on all-star, it started to look worse.
I think the NBA management realizes this, and that's why they experiment with this event year after year. It's in their best interest to make All-Star weekend a more interesting event because if the audience doesn't like and watch it, the NBA risks losing its advertising contracts.
Yes, but it's getting worst than ever, we have seen the Slam Dunk and I think this is the weakest of them all. The game itself, East vs West, no defense and it's the first time that we've seen they score more than 200 points.
So something needs to be done next, like having a good dunkers really join the Dunk Contest.
Or perhaps have Steph vs Dame next to settle as who is the best shooter in the league.
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So when you combine that, with less defensive league and even less defence on all-star, it started to look worse.
I think the NBA management realizes this, and that's why they experiment with this event year after year. It's in their best interest to make All-Star weekend a more interesting event because if the audience doesn't like and watch it, the NBA risks losing its advertising contracts.
I think they should go back to the old format where they will just reach a target score like what they did in the past (can't remember the year it happened).
An East Vs. West match-up while having a target score. I still remember that at that time, there was at least a little bit of defense, unlike this year when it was just a game where players could shoot anywhere they wanted too. I was surprised TBH that they didn't shoot from the other side of the court to the other side.
The NBA doing experiments is good so that they know what to do in the future, but it has been a constant failure. I guess one reason why players don't want to be competitive in the all-star game is the fact that they might get injured during the game which is ridiculous because no one has ever injured (or at least a season-ending injury) during an all-star game. The reason is kind of "MEH". They've been paid a lot, and considered the best players in the league, but don't want to get competitive.
I'm not expecting much changes further with regards to the All-Star game. We will be seeing this kind of game over, and over again. Really embarrassing.
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The NBA doing experiments is good so that they know what to do in the future, but it has been a constant failure. I guess one reason why players don't want to be competitive in the all-star game is the fact that they might get injured during the game which is ridiculous because no one has ever injured (or at least a season-ending injury) during an all-star game. The reason is kind of "MEH". They've been paid a lot, and considered the best players in the league, but don't want to get competitive.
I'm not expecting much changes further with regards to the All-Star game. We will be seeing this kind of game over, and over again. Really embarrassing.
I also don't remember any major injuries during previous all-star weekends either. The only moment that comes to my mind is when Wade broke Kobe's nose during the all-star game in the 11/12 season.
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Maybe I'm wrong, but I sometimes get the impression that players of the current generation are getting injured much more often than their predecessors, even though the style of play in the NBA has become much softer.
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Maybe I'm wrong, but I sometimes get the impression that players of the current generation are getting injured much more often than their predecessors, even though the style of play in the NBA has become much softer.
Right? Where are the advance training method and medical technology that the new school have been bragging about? I think a lot of teams (including the top 6) are not that transparent when declaring the injury status of their players. They try to extend the rest during the regular season as long as possible and have an advantage for the playoff.
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Maybe I'm wrong, but I sometimes get the impression that players of the current generation are getting injured much more often than their predecessors, even though the style of play in the NBA has become much softer.
Right? Where are the advance training method and medical technology that the new school have been bragging about? I think a lot of teams (including the top 6) are not that transparent when declaring the injury status of their players. They try to extend the rest during the regular season as long as possible and have an advantage for the playoff.
That's what the teams were doing last year, and I guess it's still happening this year. I mean if you heard the term "load management", you will know that teams are letting their superstar player/s not play because they might not play during the playoffs because of injuries.
The league is way softer now than it was decades ago. A small touch can lead to a foul. A small bump can lead to a foul. A small foot extension when shooting can lead to an offensive foul. One wrong move can lead to a technical foul. A small hit to the face can lead to a foul and a possible technical foul. Gone are the days when teams are focusing more on defense rather than offense. I think that was the Pistons way back years ago that did the thing for a season. Gone are the days when both teams scored less than 80 points because of good defense.
Anyway, fans love to see their favorite players shoot, so I guess let's just accept it.
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The NBA doing experiments is good so that they know what to do in the future, but it has been a constant failure. I guess one reason why players don't want to be competitive in the all-star game is the fact that they might get injured during the game which is ridiculous because no one has ever injured (or at least a season-ending injury) during an all-star game. The reason is kind of "MEH". They've been paid a lot, and considered the best players in the league, but don't want to get competitive.
I'm not expecting much changes further with regards to the All-Star game. We will be seeing this kind of game over, and over again. Really embarrassing.
I also don't remember any major injuries during previous all-star weekends either. The only moment that comes to my mind is when Wade broke Kobe's nose during the all-star game in the 11/12 season.
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Maybe I'm wrong, but I sometimes get the impression that players of the current generation are getting injured much more often than their predecessors, even though the style of play in the NBA has become much softer.
Yes, but some injuries could really be a freak accident, just like when Chet injury, a season ending last year during pre-season game. And it's really hard to compare era's. Jordan himself was bang throughout his career, but we haven't seen him getting a career threatening injuries. While Kobe has a lot of injuries, but he keeps on coming back and that Black Mamba mentality come into fruition.
Lots of game tonight, what's your pick?
Lakers vs Spurs, - Lakers -8.5 @1.72
Rockets vs Suns - Suns -1.5 @1.71
Wolves vs Bucks - Over 224.5 @1.86
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Anyway, fans love to see their favorite players shoot, so I guess let's just accept it.
The fact that many NBA players can score well nowadays is a good thing, and fans certainly like it. But at the same time, I think there are a lot of fans who absolutely hate the moments during games when some NBA players use flopping and show their poor acting skills at the slightest contact with the opponent. Such moments of "soft" style of play sometimes spoil the experience of watching a game.
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Oh well bad day for me, the Suns lost their game against the Houston Rockets. They took a good lead by they lead the Rockets claim back, and in the 4th they have a chance to win.
Bucks vs Wolves didn't go as I expected, in the 3rd quarter, Wolves only scored 13 points.
Lakers won but wasn't able to cover the handicap.
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Oh well bad day for me, the Suns lost their game against the Houston Rockets. They took a good lead by they lead the Rockets claim back, and in the 4th they have a chance to win.
Bucks vs Wolves didn't go as I expected, in the 3rd quarter, Wolves only scored 13 points.
Lakers won but wasn't able to cover the handicap.
Rockets vs Suns was a close game, it's just that the breaks of the game favor the home team in the dying minutes of the game, hitting those 3's when badly needed. One good thing for the Suns though they lost the game was that Bol Bol was having a good game with 25 points and 14 rebounds in just 27 minutes of play.
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Anyway, fans love to see their favorite players shoot, so I guess let's just accept it.
The fact that many NBA players can score well nowadays is a good thing, and fans certainly like it. But at the same time, I think there are a lot of fans who absolutely hate the moments during games when some NBA players use flopping and show their poor acting skills at the slightest contact with the opponent. Such moments of "soft" style of play sometimes spoil the experience of watching a game.
What's worse is that referees are buying it, and they are calling fouls on it even though it's pretty obvious that it's a flop.
Correct me, but is there an NBA rule implemented already regarding flopping?
I didn't watch games of the 80's or 90's so I don't want to compare how they played at that time, and now, but the league now is very soft. Small contacts lead to a foul. Anyway, it is what it is, and like I said, let's just accept it.
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One good thing for the Suns though they lost the game was that Bol Bol was having a good game with 25 points and 14 rebounds in just 27 minutes of play.
When I saw this one, I said to myself "I hope that Frank Vogel gives him more playing time to showcase his talent." because we know already that he has the talent, and we saw it back when he's still in Orlando. He can shoot inside and outside, he can handle the ball. I even tell one time that Bol Bol's playstyle is the same as Wemby, but less efficient. Kind of weird to compare both of them knowing how Wemby plays right now, but some analysts compared the two back when the regular season didn't start yet.
Overall, I just hope that Frank Vogel will give him more time to play.
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Correct me, but is there an NBA rule implemented already regarding flopping?
Yep, the flopping rule was implemented last year, and it should be in effect this regular season. However, in my opinion, referees rarely use it during games, and the penalties for violating this rule are very low. As far as I know, if a player is caught flopping during a game, he will be penalized with an unsportsmanlike technical foul. In case the fact of flopping is discovered after the game, such a player will be fined $2k.
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Correct me, but is there an NBA rule implemented already regarding flopping?
Yep, the flopping rule was implemented last year, and it should be in effect this regular season. However, in my opinion, referees rarely use it during games, and the penalties for violating this rule are very low. As far as I know, if a player is caught flopping during a game, he will be penalized with an unsportsmanlike technical foul. In case the fact of flopping is discovered after the game, such a player will be fined $2k.
There are already some notable players that were called for flopping this season https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/list-nba-players-fined-flopping-2023-24-ft-kristaps-porzingis-jalen-brunson
How many of the fouls called do you think were because of flopping? I think players are more mindful on how they would sell the foul now. They can shout but there are less overacting to light bumps and touches.
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Correct me, but is there an NBA rule implemented already regarding flopping?
Yep, the flopping rule was implemented last year, and it should be in effect this regular season. However, in my opinion, referees rarely use it during games, and the penalties for violating this rule are very low. As far as I know, if a player is caught flopping during a game, he will be penalized with an unsportsmanlike technical foul. In case the fact of flopping is discovered after the game, such a player will be fined $2k.
So there's a rule already. Thanks for this.
Did Lebron pay for his fines? I mean we've seen him flopped multiple times already, right? :D
Anyway, it seems like this rule isn't implemented at all because we aren't seeing flops being penalized. If it isn't for the flops, it's the soft calls the referees are doing that might ruin the whole game. What I remember is the game against the Knicks and Raptors where a referee called a foul on a 3-point shot in the dying seconds of the game only to find out that there hadn't been any contact at all between Brunson and the Rockets player. The Knicks would've won that game, but because of that controversial call, the Rockets won.
Anyway, it is what it is. I just hope that everybody here won on their bets. :D
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In case you're planning to bet on the Heat vs. Kings game, just know that Buttler and Jovic will not play because of the one-game suspension handed by NBA management. It's the penalty from the altercations with some Pelicans players. As expected, the Kings is the huge favorite @1.34 and the Heat @3.40
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It's a wild ending for Heat vs. Kings game. Kings fell short to complete the come back after the Heat led by as many as 20 points. Keegan Murray was impressive as he hit a lot of treys in the 4th quarter (almost perfect 6 of 7 for the whole game). The Heat, on the other hand, had the better team performance. Kevin Love turning back the clock really helped.
I'm glad I placed money on the underdog and won some for coffee ;D
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Anyway, it seems like this rule isn't implemented at all because we aren't seeing flops being penalized.
In my opinion, the flopping rule should be stricter in terms of penalties than it is now. I think if the NBA management fined players several hundred thousand dollars for the fact of flopping and disqualified them for each such case, many players would surely lose the desire to show their acting skills on the court.
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It's a wild ending for Heat vs. Kings game. Kings fell short to complete the come back after the Heat led by as many as 20 points. Keegan Murray was impressive as he hit a lot of treys in the 4th quarter (almost perfect 6 of 7 for the whole game). The Heat, on the other hand, had the better team performance. Kevin Love turning back the clock really helped.
I'm glad I placed money on the underdog and won some for coffee ;D
I won a few but missed on most of the games as there a a lot last night. And I forget about this match, Heat is starting to be aggressive on the second half of the season and I wouldn't be surprised if they go on the playoffs again and pull some big upsets a long the way so don't forget about them. :)
For tonight, here's my bet.
Dallas over Raptors -2.5 @1.79.
Pelicans against the Pacers +6.5 @1.96.
Lakers over the Clippers, they are the underdog so I'm putting my money on them.
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Flopping starts every year as something serious that the league will not allow, and for the first 1-2 weeks we end up getting some tough calls for floppers, but then it ends up back again where it was. I do not think that the yare going to be able to fix it, unless they force their hand and just push for no flopping at all with serious results, like not even just a foul or anything but tech, with twice being ejection, and keep doing that for all 82 games, the new could maybe see it happening. So far, players just be careful for first month at most, and then go back to doing what they like to do.
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For tonight, here's my bet.
Dallas over Raptors -2.5 @1.79.
Pelicans against the Pacers +6.5 @1.96.
Lakers over the Clippers, they are the underdog so I'm putting my money on them.
Two out of three, congrats bro. The Lakers vs Clippers was the exciting game of the three where the Lakers was once down by 19 points but crawled and came back to win the game as usual led by Lebron James.
Have not bet today but hopefully you can post early your picks so i can tail your bets for tomorrow.
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Two out of three, congrats bro. The Lakers vs Clippers was the exciting game of the three where the Lakers was once down by 19 points but crawled and came back to win the game as usual led by Lebron James.
Yeah, it was an interesting game. It's worth noting that LeBron's performance for three quarters was unremarkable, considering he scored only 15 during this time. However, it looks like he decided to go berserker mode in the fourth quarter and just dominated the Clippers, as he scored 19 points in that quarter. :o
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For tonight, here's my bet.
Dallas over Raptors -2.5 @1.79.
Pelicans against the Pacers +6.5 @1.96.
Lakers over the Clippers, they are the underdog so I'm putting my money on them.
Two out of three, congrats bro. The Lakers vs Clippers was the exciting game of the three where the Lakers was once down by 19 points but crawled and came back to win the game as usual led by Lebron James.
Have not bet today but hopefully you can post early your picks so i can tail your bets for tomorrow.
I went all in for the Clippers before the game, and during the halftime, I saw them leading by double digits, so I think that they will get the victory already. I went to sleep, and I browsed the official website of the NBA, and to my surprise, all of my bets lost because the Lakers went nuts in the 4th quarter, and outscored the Clippers.
Anyway, congratulations to those who put their bet on the Lakers in that game. Le-GM is a few points away from reaching the 40,000-point mark. I guess we will all agree that this achievement will never be broken anymore, or at least it will not get broken for the next 4-5 decades. :D
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For tonight, here's my bet.
Dallas over Raptors -2.5 @1.79.
Pelicans against the Pacers +6.5 @1.96.
Lakers over the Clippers, they are the underdog so I'm putting my money on them.
Two out of three, congrats bro. The Lakers vs Clippers was the exciting game of the three where the Lakers was once down by 19 points but crawled and came back to win the game as usual led by Lebron James.
Have not bet today but hopefully you can post early your picks so i can tail your bets for tomorrow.
Sorry mate I wasn't able to post my bet, forum is down and just went back online a couple of minutes ago.
I was just lucky with my Lakers bet, I know Lebron will come up in this game because of their rivalry with the Clippers. Warriors won against the Knicks, was close early but we all know that the Dubs usually close out games in the 3rd and 4th quarter.
Steph was superb again with 8 three point shot and Kuminga contributed big as well.
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2 out of 3 for me, I lost my bet on Dallas or at least they will not losing by a huge margin.
But it seems that Celtics is really just stomping on everyone now, with big wins double digit lead and leading the lead. Heck teams are trailing them with what 7 or 8 games? I will be disappointed if they are not going to win and become a NBA champion as their roster looks very solid and Tatum and Brown, the best duo in the NBA right now.
Warriors though still hot with another road with against Raptors although Scottie Barnes got injured in this game.
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But it seems that Celtics is really just stomping on everyone now, with big wins double digit lead and leading the lead. Heck teams are trailing them with what 7 or 8 games? I will be disappointed if they are not going to win and become a NBA champion as their roster looks very solid and Tatum and Brown, the best duo in the NBA right now.
Probably one of the best duos right now in the league, and aside from that, they have a player that's considered one of the best defenders in the league, and they also have a big that can also stretch the defense, shoot perimeters, and can defend the paint. Not only that, let's also give credit to White as he's been a very good contributor ever since he joined the Celtics.
The Celtics are just a few steps away from getting that NBA title, and with how they're playing throughout the whole season, many (including me) are hoping that this season will be the season for them to get that title. On the other hand, we've seen top teams that are playing at their best in the regular season, but fail miserably in the playoffs. Well, I just hope that the Celtics aren't one of them. I already put my bet on them to win the title. :D
Warriors though still hot with another road with against Raptors although Scottie Barnes got injured in this game.
They won on 12 of their last 15 games, but even though they played well, they are still at the 9th spot, only enough to get that play-in spot. Well, the 5th-seeded Suns are only 3 games behind them so they need to play better on their remaining 23 games for a chance to maybe not end up in a play-in spot. :D
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But it seems that Celtics is really just stomping on everyone now, with big wins double digit lead and leading the lead. Heck teams are trailing them with what 7 or 8 games? I will be disappointed if they are not going to win and become a NBA champion as their roster looks very solid and Tatum and Brown, the best duo in the NBA right now.
Probably one of the best duos right now in the league, and aside from that, they have a player that's considered one of the best defenders in the league, and they also have a big that can also stretch the defense, shoot perimeters, and can defend the paint. Not only that, let's also give credit to White as he's been a very good contributor ever since he joined the Celtics.
The Celtics are just a few steps away from getting that NBA title, and with how they're playing throughout the whole season, many (including me) are hoping that this season will be the season for them to get that title. On the other hand, we've seen top teams that are playing at their best in the regular season, but fail miserably in the playoffs. Well, I just hope that the Celtics aren't one of them. I already put my bet on them to win the title. :D
Warriors though still hot with another road with against Raptors although Scottie Barnes got injured in this game.
They won on 12 of their last 15 games, but even though they played well, they are still at the 9th spot, only enough to get that play-in spot. Well, the 5th-seeded Suns are only 3 games behind them so they need to play better on their remaining 23 games for a chance to maybe not end up in a play-in spot. :D
Yes, the acquisition of Holiday and letting go of Marcus Smart was a good thing for the Celtics. They also have a New York version of KP, contributing to the dynamic duo of Tatum and Brown. And they are a full 8 games behind the second seed Cavaliers. So that's how dominant the Celtics this season and that's why I say that it will be a shame if they will not win the trophy this year.
For the Warriors and the West, they are in a bunch, everyone is very close and it's really hard to predict the standing. Everyone is fighting for that spot in the playoff and doesn't want a play-in for sure.
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For the Warriors and the West, they are in a bunch, everyone is very close and it's really hard to predict the standing. Everyone is fighting for that spot in the playoff and doesn't want a play-in for sure.
Talking about the Warriors, they are a hot road team at the moment, winning 8 consecutive games on the road if I'm not mistaken. Few more wins and they will be in the number 5 or number 6 spot thus avoiding the play-in scenario.
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For the Warriors and the West, they are in a bunch, everyone is very close and it's really hard to predict the standing. Everyone is fighting for that spot in the playoff and doesn't want a play-in for sure.
Talking about the Warriors, they are a hot road team at the moment, winning 8 consecutive games on the road if I'm not mistaken. Few more wins and they will be in the number 5 or number 6 spot thus avoiding the play-in scenario.
Lakers lost to the Nuggets today, and with that, the Warriors propel themselves ahead of the Lakers and now in the 9th place.
They are just 2 games against the Mavericks, but the Mavs have a game against the Sixers and most likely they will win that one as Joel Embiid is out for the remainder of the season. So it's really a very close fight for the last playoff spot and then for the play in in the West.
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When we talk about being efficient, how about Michael Porter Jr.'s perfect field goals against the Lakers? Even more impressive because he made all five from downtown.
Lebron tried to stage another 4th quarter heroics but Nuggets just have enough firepower to spoil his 40K points achievement. It would have been more memorable if they got the win.
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When we talk about being efficient, how about Michael Porter Jr.'s perfect field goals against the Lakers? Even more impressive because he made all five from downtown.
Lebron tried to stage another 4th quarter heroics but Nuggets just have enough firepower to spoil his 40K points achievement. It would have been more memorable if they got the win.
The fastest player to reach 10,000 points, 20,000 points, and 30,000 points as well. No wonder "SOME" of the NBA fans call him the GOAT instead of Jordan.
Not a hater of Lebron, but not a fan of him as well, and there are many reasons why I'm not. Anyway, that 40,000 points achievement that he got is very hard to surpass. For that to happen, you need to average at least 20 PPG in your rookie season and play more than 20 seasons. On the other hand, we are entering an era where the teams are focusing more on the offense than defense, so we might see players in the future averaging more than 20 PPG in their first season and will be playing for at least 2 decades.
Well, I lost my parlay bet with this one because I put my bet on the Lakers to win against the Nuggets, but the Nuggets spoiled the excitement of the achievement that Lebron has. Congratulations to the Nuggets, and to Lebron as well for achieving that very rare achievement. I expect that more records will be broken because of him. :)
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Anyone still surprised on how the Celtics won against the Warriors. I know that the Warriors is hot lately, but they are facing the best team right now and so I have no doubt that the C are going to win.
But damn, on how they stomp their class in this game and winning 50+ against the Warriors? This Celtics team are just really pushing this season, they are the only team this season who have won by 50+ or more, and they have done it 3x already. How dominant is that one?
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Anyone still surprised on how the Celtics won against the Warriors. I know that the Warriors is hot lately, but they are facing the best team right now and so I have no doubt that the C are going to win.
But damn, on how they stomp their class in this game and winning 50+ against the Warriors? This Celtics team are just really pushing this season, they are the only team this season who have won by 50+ or more, and they have done it 3x already. How dominant is that one?
If you told me a day before the game that the Celtics would route the Warriors like that, I wouldn't believe you. I doubt any sane basketball fan would take that statement seriously. That's just how unlikely it is. Between that and Curry going 0 for 9 in 3-points, I think the latter is more believable.
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Anyone still surprised on how the Celtics won against the Warriors. I know that the Warriors is hot lately, but they are facing the best team right now and so I have no doubt that the C are going to win.
But damn, on how they stomp their class in this game and winning 50+ against the Warriors? This Celtics team are just really pushing this season, they are the only team this season who have won by 50+ or more, and they have done it 3x already. How dominant is that one?
If you told me a day before the game that the Celtics would route the Warriors like that, I wouldn't believe you. I doubt any sane basketball fan would take that statement seriously. That's just how unlikely it is. Between that and Curry going 0 for 9 in 3-points, I think the latter is more believable.
Well, the result of this game is a clear example of how weak a team can be, for which only 3-point shots are the main argument against opponents. It should be noted that the Celtics also shot a lot of three-pointers, but at the same time, they were very good on defense and other aspects of the game.
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^ Speaking of Celtics, they were on course for another dominant win and extend the streak to 12 games but then Wade had the best game of his life. Regardless of the defensive lapses, Wade's 7 of 7 (5 coming from three) in the fourth quarter is impressive.
Also worth noting is the reversal of the foul on Tatum's last shot. Celtics would have won or extend it to OT if that wasn't reviewed.
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Anyone still surprised on how the Celtics won against the Warriors. I know that the Warriors is hot lately, but they are facing the best team right now and so I have no doubt that the C are going to win.
But damn, on how they stomp their class in this game and winning 50+ against the Warriors? This Celtics team are just really pushing this season, they are the only team this season who have won by 50+ or more, and they have done it 3x already. How dominant is that one?
Have not watch that game but i reviewed the box score and saw the Warriors starters only have limited playing time, i initially thought that Steph Curry was injured on that game that is why they were blown out but that was not the case however.
Speaking of the Warriors, they have a game today against the Giannis-less Bucks but still backing the latter as they are on a winning streak.
edit: Giannis is playing but at the moment the Warriors is leading by 16 points, 48-32 is the score.
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Anyone still surprised on how the Celtics won against the Warriors. I know that the Warriors is hot lately, but they are facing the best team right now and so I have no doubt that the C are going to win.
But damn, on how they stomp their class in this game and winning 50+ against the Warriors? This Celtics team are just really pushing this season, they are the only team this season who have won by 50+ or more, and they have done it 3x already. How dominant is that one?
Surprised at first, but after that, not anymore.
After that game, the Celtics went on and ended their losing streak against the Cavaliers when Dean Wade turned into "Dwayne Wade" and carried the team in the 4th quarter scoring 20 points alone. On the other hand, the Warriors who scored only 88 points in the whole game against the Celtics, went on and scored 78 points only in halftime against the top team in Bucks. They won that game, and I guess that's a must-win for the Dubs after being demolished by the Celtics.
They're very dominating indeed but the question that's in my mind is "Will their dominance in the regular season be the same in the playoffs?" We know that regular season and playoffs are very different. One injury from an all-star player might ruin the whole team hence, losing the series. We've seen the Celtics a few steps away from getting that title only to lose. With their new roster, I hope that it will not happen again, or else, I might consider them a "choke team" already like what the fans call Coach Doc Rivers. :D
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They're very dominating indeed but the question that's in my mind is "Will their dominance in the regular season be the same in the playoffs?" We know that regular season and playoffs are very different. One injury from an all-star player might ruin the whole team hence, losing the series. We've seen the Celtics a few steps away from getting that title only to lose. With their new roster, I hope that it will not happen again, or else, I might consider them a "choke team" already like what the fans call Coach Doc Rivers. :D
It's hard to answer that question at this point, as great results in the regular season are not always an indicator that a team will have any success in the playoffs. But at the same time, it's worth keeping in mind that the Celtics already have plenty of experience in the later stages of the playoffs, including the Finals series.
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Unlucky bet on my end tonight, got 0 out of 3 bets.
Nets vs Pistons - Nets should be the favorite here, but the Pistons with Cunningham leading, didn't melt in the last quarter.
Pacers vs Wolves - I'll go with the Pacers and it really was a close game, ANT though has a different mindset in this game and he become the offensive weapon that he was and then the chase down block to preserved their win.
Warriors vs Bulls - Warriors is hot, even in the road they seems to be a strong team. But the Bulls played their hearts out and give everything against the Warriors to escape with a close win.
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I want to start the discussion here about the NBA - information, predictions, analysis, betting ideas, etc.
I was surprised that no NBA-related discussion here was active. I tried to search for those threads but some are inactive. If I missed the active ones, I will lock this thread. If this is only the active one, I will modify the first post into a much-organized introduction post.
Let's start! Calling those NBA enthusiasts there.
I can't just do without NBA my best sports forever, talking about NBA it was excitement in the air as Bolton Celtics trash golden state warriors 140-88,it was a wonderful day for Jayson Tatum score 27 points for the Celtic as they trash golden state warriors, and that was his 26th birthday.
That was the birthday gift Jayson gave his club
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Warriors vs Bulls - Warriors is hot, even in the road they seems to be a strong team. But the Bulls played their hearts out and give everything against the Warriors to escape with a close win.
Podziemski is one of the lowkey top rookies but that missed lay up at the dying seconds could have turned the game in their favor. I can't believe he didn't score on that one because he was free. This was one of CP3's best games this season but he couldn't carry this team.
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Upset from the recent games is the Spurs dominating the Warriors at their home court. I didn't see the odds but I'm confident that the home team was the huge favorite here. The Spurs was missing Wembanyama while Warriors have no Curry.
The Warriors can't be losing these games but they are lucky that the Jazz and Rockets are still a few games behind.
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The Warriors can't be losing these games but they are lucky that the Jazz and Rockets are still a few games behind.
It's an upset indeed, but the Spurs alongside the Wizards are the first teams to get eliminated. :D It's kind of funny that the Pistons isn't eliminated yet (well they will soon).
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I'm looking at the current standings right now, and I saw the current top 7-10 teams in the West. Imagine in the play-in tournament, the battle between father (Luka) and son (Booker) who faced in the 2nd round of the playoffs years ago will happen again but now in the play-in tournament. At the same time, the battle between 2 legends (Lebron and Steph) who faced each other in the 2nd round of playoffs last year will face each other again, but now for the play-in spot. :D I don't if it's only that I find it kind of funny. This just shows I guess that the teams who we once saw that are at the bottom for years are the ones that are at the top right now.
Anyway as for the Warriors, yes they are still 5 games above the 11th-seeded Rockets, but they must not stay at that 10th spot if they want to have higher chances of going into the playoffs. Speaking of higher chances, I'm quite surprised that the Pelicans are at the 5th spot currently. I guess Williamson being healthy for most of the season really helped the team as well..
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Anyway as for the Warriors, yes they are still 5 games above the 11th-seeded Rockets, but they must not stay at that 10th spot if they want to have higher chances of going into the playoffs. Speaking of higher chances, I'm quite surprised that the Pelicans are at the 5th spot currently. I guess Williamson being healthy for most of the season really helped the team as well..
I think it's still important for the Warriors to maintain their 10th spot in the standings. They are unlikely to reach the 6th spot, while trying to reach the higher spot in the play-in zone is unnecessary, as any of the teams, such as the Suns, Mavs, and Lakers, will be unpleasant opponents for the Warriors.
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One of the most disappointing thing to happen while you're bet is on play is a key player suddenly leaving. The bettors reaction is funny. Anthony Edwards leaving for an important reason like that is understandable but you just wish to see these matters reported before you place a bet.
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One of the most disappointing thing to happen while you're bet is on play is a key player suddenly leaving. The bettors reaction is funny. Anthony Edwards leaving for an important reason like that is understandable but you just wish to see these matters reported before you place a bet.
First time to hear/see a scenario like this, a player leaving at halftime for an important matter lol. Giving birth to a child is somewhat expected, i mean it is predictable, you know when is the time so better not to play the whole game as to not compromise the bettors.
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One of the most disappointing thing to happen while you're bet is on play is a key player suddenly leaving. The bettors reaction is funny. Anthony Edwards leaving for an important reason like that is understandable but you just wish to see these matters reported before you place a bet.
First time to hear/see a scenario like this, a player leaving at halftime for an important matter lol. Giving birth to a child is somewhat expected, i mean it is predictable, you know when is the time so better not to play the whole game as to not compromise the bettors.
Imagine you as a bettor.
You put a parlay bet on the Clippers-Timberwolves game, and you won in all of your bets EXCEPT for that of Kawhi. :D I'm sure those bettors who experienced that one are rightfully angry with Kawhi right now. Anyway, he has a back injury based on the reports, but I just don't like his attitude where if he has an injury, he will just leave the arena. I mean he can wait for his teammates inside their locker room, right?
Anyway, they lost in that game. From leading by 18 points at one point to lose the game by 18 points. :D
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One of the most disappointing thing to happen while you're bet is on play is a key player suddenly leaving. The bettors reaction is funny. Anthony Edwards leaving for an important reason like that is understandable but you just wish to see these matters reported before you place a bet.
First time to hear/see a scenario like this, a player leaving at halftime for an important matter lol. Giving birth to a child is somewhat expected, i mean it is predictable, you know when is the time so better not to play the whole game as to not compromise the bettors.
Imagine you as a bettor.
You put a parlay bet on the Clippers-Timberwolves game, and you won in all of your bets EXCEPT for that of Kawhi. :D I'm sure those bettors who experienced that one are rightfully angry with Kawhi right now. Anyway, he has a back injury based on the reports, but I just don't like his attitude where if he has an injury, he will just leave the arena. I mean he can wait for his teammates inside their locker room, right?
Anyway, they lost in that game. From leading by 18 points at one point to lose the game by 18 points. :D
It balloon to 20 points in the first quarter when they goes on a high percentage until Kawhi gets injured. Hopefully, he will be back in the playoffs and the injury is not that serious because we all know that Kahwi has a history of season ending injuries.
Yeah, just too bad for the backers of Clippers, it was supposedly an easy cruise until ANT goes off again, playing good defense on Paul George and that Euro step that he mastered already. I forget who's player it is but someone try to pull the Pinoy step, ;D.
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There is a must watch game today. It will be the powerhouse Boston Celtics against the Phoenix Suns. I've seen lots of trash talking specially from Bradley Beal that they let one slip away when they face the Celtics before.
But now it could be different, and with that I will be putting some line on,
+4.5 for the Suns hehehe @2.15. Let's see if they can back it up.
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There is a must watch game today. It will be the powerhouse Boston Celtics against the Phoenix Suns. I've seen lots of trash talking specially from Bradley Beal that they let one slip away when they face the Celtics before.
But now it could be different, and with that I will be putting some line on,
+4.5 for the Suns hehehe @2.15. Let's see if they can back it up.
Unfortunately, it's not even close, Boston Celtics dominated your Suns in this game, it was close in the first half. But in the 3rd quarter, the Celtics started to pull away. Booker is present in this game, as in the last time they played he had a ankle injury. Same results though, their big 3 is no match to Jaylen Brown and Tatum as the duo scored 37 and 25 points respectively.
I don't think that there will be a team that can really match with Celtics superiority in offense with that two. And then they still have KP, who didn't play in this game. So the league leading Celtics continue to win games with double digits. Last time we had this kind of superior team is when the Warriors goes to a record 73-9. I'm speculating that they could be 66-16 W-L record at the end of the post season.
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There is a must watch game today. It will be the powerhouse Boston Celtics against the Phoenix Suns. I've seen lots of trash talking specially from Bradley Beal that they let one slip away when they face the Celtics before.
But now it could be different, and with that I will be putting some line on,
+4.5 for the Suns hehehe @2.15. Let's see if they can back it up.
Unfortunately, it's not even close, Boston Celtics dominated your Suns in this game, it was close in the first half. But in the 3rd quarter, the Celtics started to pull away. Booker is present in this game, as in the last time they played he had a ankle injury. Same results though, their big 3 is no match to Jaylen Brown and Tatum as the duo scored 37 and 25 points respectively.
I don't think that there will be a team that can really match with Celtics superiority in offense with that two. And then they still have KP, who didn't play in this game. So the league leading Celtics continue to win games with double digits. Last time we had this kind of superior team is when the Warriors goes to a record 73-9. I'm speculating that they could be 66-16 W-L record at the end of the post season.
Yes, Celtics no doubt is a very powerful team this season, but as I gambler I try to risk against them as I know that Suns might have a good chance of at least covering the spread even if Celtics are going to win.
But Phoenix just fell short in the second half as the Celtics made a huge run and Suns had no answer and they have played good defense too against The Suns version of their big 3. Actually Celtics only needed Tatum and Brown, but then again Al Horford wanted to join the fun and scored 23 points.
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I don't think that there will be a team that can really match with Celtics superiority in offense with that two. And then they still have KP, who didn't play in this game. So the league leading Celtics continue to win games with double digits. Last time we had this kind of superior team is when the Warriors goes to a record 73-9. I'm speculating that they could be 66-16 W-L record at the end of the post season.
Well, they've been always the most dominant team in the East for the past 2-3 seasons. They've been playing at their best during the regular season. Unfortunately, they can't translate it into a title because when the playoff comes, they are kind of choking. I just hope that this season, they will not do it again. They have now a better roster compared to last season. With KP and Holiday added to the team, they're one of the best defensive, and offensive teams as well. KP is playing at his best season since he was still a Knick many years ago. I just hope that he will not get injured during the playoffs.
66 wins is already a good record, and I guess it's safe to say that they will get the top spot in the whole league. They're 6 games ahead of the current 2nd in the whole league which is the Thunder/Nuggets. The Celtics right now have the best starting 5 for the season, but one thing can hinder their success, and that is injuries. I just hope that they will not get injured during the playoffs because we know that one injury from their key player can change the flow of the series.
Unfortunately, the record of Daniel Gafford will stay at 33 as he missed his first shot against the Thunder. Well, 33 consecutive field goals made is no joke still, and it's hard to break. Congratulations to him for the record still, but the Mavericks lost to the Thunder.
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I will only have 2 bets in tonight's game,
Nets vs Pacers, - Indiana Pacers, -7.5 @1.80. They will be playing at their home court, so they have the advantage. Plus the Pacers are really a good team while the Nets are very inconsistent and you don't know who is the leader of the team.
OKC vs Memphis - OKC, -9.5, best team in the West, OKC is one of the biggest surprise this season specially how their chemistry work out with SGA putting MVP numbers and one of the candidate for this year. While Memphis has a lot of problems, started the season without Ja Morant, and then Ja comes back and play, unfortunately, he had a season ending shoulder injury.
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I will only have 2 bets in tonight's game,
Nets vs Pacers, - Indiana Pacers, -7.5 @1.80. They will be playing at their home court, so they have the advantage. Plus the Pacers are really a good team while the Nets are very inconsistent and you don't know who is the leader of the team.
OKC vs Memphis - OKC, -9.5, best team in the West, OKC is one of the biggest surprise this season specially how their chemistry work out with SGA putting MVP numbers and one of the candidate for this year. While Memphis has a lot of problems, started the season without Ja Morant, and then Ja comes back and play, unfortunately, he had a season ending shoulder injury.
Your second bet ticket didn't win bro as the Thunders didn't cover spread. That fourth run by the Grizzlies ruined your bet. Thunder these days seems unpredictable, i mean they won games but on a close one and they even lost to the Pacers the other day.
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I will only have 2 bets in tonight's game,
Nets vs Pacers, - Indiana Pacers, -7.5 @1.80. They will be playing at their home court, so they have the advantage. Plus the Pacers are really a good team while the Nets are very inconsistent and you don't know who is the leader of the team.
OKC vs Memphis - OKC, -9.5, best team in the West, OKC is one of the biggest surprise this season specially how their chemistry work out with SGA putting MVP numbers and one of the candidate for this year. While Memphis has a lot of problems, started the season without Ja Morant, and then Ja comes back and play, unfortunately, he had a season ending shoulder injury.
Your second bet ticket didn't win bro as the Thunders didn't cover spread. That fourth run by the Grizzlies ruined your bet. Thunder these days seems unpredictable, i mean they won games but on a close one and they even lost to the Pacers the other day.
It's a four quarter games, although Thunder time and again even at the last quarter build a double digit lead and it could win by that handicap, the Grizzlies keeps coming back in this game. Bane is also back in the game, so it has a big effect on them as he is one of the leader in absence of Ja Morant. Missing 29 games is a lot and so he did try his best bring back his team, 22 points and 7 assists not that bad, and hitting crucial 3 points in the 4th quarter. And with this win the Thunder move in a tie with the Denver Nuggets atop the Western Conference.
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I'm pretty disappointed with the Clippers losing to the Hawks. No one would have thought an almost complete Clippers team would be dominated by Hawks without Trae Young. I lost my bet on this one but I'm sure those who took the higher risk on the underdog made a good profit here.
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I'm pretty disappointed with the Clippers losing to the Hawks. No one would have thought an almost complete Clippers team would be dominated by Hawks without Trae Young. I lost my bet on this one but I'm sure those who took the higher risk on the underdog made a good profit here.
What disappoints me, up to this minute is that I was to bet on the Hawks when I watch the first quarter. I said to myself that it's different Hawk team against this Clippers. They are playing good defense and then Clippers missing easy shots, :(. In any case, I didn't listen to my gut feeling and when I go back, I see the Hawks taking a good lead already and it's kinda late as they are not the outstanding favorite. And then we have that magical hook shot of Kyrie to close out the Denver Nuggets. I thought that the game will go into OT as it's really a very tough and engaging game. But against the outstretch arms of Jokic, and Kyrie looking at the clock, he did one of the best buzzer beater of all time.
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~ And then we have that magical hook shot of Kyrie to close out the Denver Nuggets. I thought that the game will go into OT as it's really a very tough and engaging game. But against the outstretch arms of Jokic, and Kyrie looking at the clock, he did one of the best buzzer beater of all time.
Honestly, it looks like a circus shot to me. He just threw it because time is about to expire and he's lucky that it went in. You can tell that it's not a shot he usually do.
Speaking of buzzer beater, how about the Pistons losing? Some fans are clowning them not because they lost but because of the way they lost (by Bam Adebayo 3-point shot). Bam is not best center for shooting beyond the arc but I think he has a decent jumper.
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Hello NBA enthusiastics, what fixtures will you like to watch? On this upcoming NBA matches.
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Let's discuss it.
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~ And then we have that magical hook shot of Kyrie to close out the Denver Nuggets. I thought that the game will go into OT as it's really a very tough and engaging game. But against the outstretch arms of Jokic, and Kyrie looking at the clock, he did one of the best buzzer beater of all time.
Honestly, it looks like a circus shot to me. He just threw it because time is about to expire and he's lucky that it went in. You can tell that it's not a shot he usually do.
Speaking of buzzer beater, how about the Pistons losing? Some fans are clowning them not because they lost but because of the way they lost (by Bam Adebayo 3-point shot). Bam is not best center for shooting beyond the arc but I think he has a decent jumper.
It wasn't a circus shot for me because, in one interview, he said that he's also dominant in using his left hand so he's kind of ambidextrous like Lebron James and Russell Westbrook. That shot was just amazing and even Luka got surprised that it went in, anyway, they won and I hope they will get that 6th spot.
As for the Pistons-Heat, Cunningham's shot at the final seconds of the game was a bit too early and that's enough for the Heat to gather, and make a shot. Suprisingly, it wasn't Robinson who is their main 3-pt shooter that made the shot but it was Bam who we don't see shooting threes that much. Well, it's the Pistons so... no surprise I guess. :D
Anyway, aside from the Trayce Jackson-Davis dunk over Wembanyama, we have another dunk of the year candidate again as Anthony Edwards dunked over John Collins in their game a few hours ago. TBH, the verticality of Edwards is just insane. Well, anybody else there who knows another "dunk of the year" candidate out there? Here's the video of that hilarious dunk.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7Wz8GnQYPs&pp=ygUhZWR3YXJkcyBkdW5raW5nIG92ZXIgam9obiBjb2xsaW5z (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7Wz8GnQYPs&pp=ygUhZWR3YXJkcyBkdW5raW5nIG92ZXIgam9obiBjb2xsaW5z)
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I will only have 2 bets in tonight's game,
Nets vs Pacers, - Indiana Pacers, -7.5 @1.80. They will be playing at their home court, so they have the advantage. Plus the Pacers are really a good team while the Nets are very inconsistent and you don't know who is the leader of the team.
OKC vs Memphis - OKC, -9.5, best team in the West, OKC is one of the biggest surprise this season specially how their chemistry work out with SGA putting MVP numbers and one of the candidate for this year. While Memphis has a lot of problems, started the season without Ja Morant, and then Ja comes back and play, unfortunately, he had a season ending shoulder injury.
Your second bet ticket didn't win bro as the Thunders didn't cover spread. That fourth run by the Grizzlies ruined your bet. Thunder these days seems unpredictable, i mean they won games but on a close one and they even lost to the Pacers the other day.
Yes, mate just break even me for, as the Thunders allows the Grizzlies to make a comeback in the 4th and I didn't realized that Bane will play here after missing games because of injuries.
In games today, I will go on the underdog Spurs for a +9.5 against the Mavs. Although the Mavs is playing very good basketball, the Spurs might make it a very close game. Too good of a odds @1.80.
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In games today, I will go on the underdog Spurs for a +9.5 against the Mavs. Although the Mavs is playing very good basketball, the Spurs might make it a very close game. Too good of a odds @1.80.
Well done spotting the @1.80 and the game was actually close to my surprise. It was back and forth until the last few minutes of the fourth quarter. You can tell that the Spurs can also compete but still lacks the experience.
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In games today, I will go on the underdog Spurs for a +9.5 against the Mavs. Although the Mavs is playing very good basketball, the Spurs might make it a very close game. Too good of a odds @1.80.
Well done spotting the @1.80 and the game was actually close to my surprise. It was back and forth until the last few minutes of the fourth quarter. You can tell that the Spurs can also compete but still lacks the experience.
Thanks mate, I maybe just lucky that it turn out what I have in mind, it was really a close game. I know that Mavericks are going to win, but Spurs will always be behind and trying to steal this game from them.
For the Miami Heat vs Cavs game, will change a bit, I'm going for Jared Allen, over 16.5 points @1.80.
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For the Miami Heat vs Cavs game, will change a bit, I'm going for Jared Allen, over 16.5 points @1.80.
Well done once again. That's a pretty high odds for him considering he will be one of the main go to guys for the Cavs because Mitchell wasn't available and the fact that Bam won't play too. Allen did really good but that wasn't enough. Their shot clock violation with over a minute remaining cost them a lot.
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For the Miami Heat vs Cavs game, will change a bit, I'm going for Jared Allen, over 16.5 points @1.80.
Wow, consecutive wins mate, congrats. Though the Cavaliers lost that close game your props for Jarrett Allen won. He got 25 points along with a monstrous 20 rebounds.
Lost my bet today as the Warriors blew out the Grizzlies, i thought that it's gonna be a close game but it turned out to be opposite.
Will tail your bet for tomorrow if you can post your picks early.
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For the Miami Heat vs Cavs game, will change a bit, I'm going for Jared Allen, over 16.5 points @1.80.
Wow, consecutive wins mate, congrats. Though the Cavaliers lost that close game your props for Jarrett Allen won. He got 25 points along with a monstrous 20 rebounds.
Lost my bet today as the Warriors blew out the Grizzlies, i thought that it's gonna be a close game but it turned out to be opposite.
Will tail your bet for tomorrow if you can post your picks early.
Thanks mate, yeah, for me this is going to be a close game that's why I have a hard time deciding and so player props might be a good idea and it works like a charm. Just another day of those I become lucky. The thing is that after I put up that beat, the line suddenly changes to 17.5 +/-.
But I guess there's no problem as Allen scored 25 points. I could have parlay it with + rebounds for a good odds, as he haul down 20 rebounds in this game. However, I don't want to be greedy and so that is enough win for me.
I'll try to post early mate before I go to sleep and see if my winning streak will continue. ;D
Edit: Magic vs Pels, it will be Magic's homecourt, so I will go with them at +2.5 @1.91.
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I'll try to post early mate before I go to sleep and see if my winning streak will continue. ;D
Edit: Magic vs Pels, it will be Magic's homecourt, so I will go with them at +2.5 @1.91.
And the streak continues, congrats again mate for another big win today. The Magic have defeated the Pelicans, that's a hard choice, i mean if i am to pick that match-up, i'll go easily for the Pelicans and lost hehe.
Good thing that i have tailed your bet today, hope you will post your picks early again for tomorrow's game.
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I'll try to post early mate before I go to sleep and see if my winning streak will continue. ;D
Edit: Magic vs Pels, it will be Magic's homecourt, so I will go with them at +2.5 @1.91.
And the streak continues, congrats again mate for another big win today. The Magic have defeated the Pelicans, that's a hard choice, i mean if i am to pick that match-up, i'll go easily for the Pelicans and lost hehe.
Good thing that i have tailed your bet today, hope you will post your picks early again for tomorrow's game.
Hehehe, thank you, gratitude to the universe as our winning streak continues. Actually I wanted to bet on the Magic ML because it was so attracted, nevertheless that +2.5 is already great @1.91.
Yes, I will do, just keep up with this thread, before 9-10 pm our local time I will post my predictions here so that you can tail again and hopefully we will win another time.
Ingram though went down in the 2nd quarter if I'm not mistaken, and he had to be carried. Doesn't look good for the Pels.
Edit: Sorry for the delay mate, Cavs vs Wolves, +6.5 for Cavs @1.99. Gonna be a great game and it will be close.
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The Rockets keep piling up the wins after defeating the Bulls. How long do you think this streak is going to continue? They could win against their next two opponents (Jazz and Blazers) but the Thunders are waiting. I've already dismissed the possibility that they will make it to the play-in but, hey, they look serious and inspired right now.
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The Rockets keep piling up the wins after defeating the Bulls. How long do you think this streak is going to continue? They could win against their next two opponents (Jazz and Blazers) but the Thunders are waiting. I've already dismissed the possibility that they will make it to the play-in but, hey, they look serious and inspired right now.
Up until a week ago, I was convinced that the Rockets had almost no chance of reaching the play-in zone in the standings. However, they now have 7 straight wins and could potentially extend their winning streak to at least 9 wins. As a result, the Rockets are getting closer and closer to the Warriors and Lakers in the standings. If those two teams start losing their remaining games, the Rockets could take the spot of one of those two teams.
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I watched highlights of the final 3 minutes of Clippers vs. Blazers game and I must say it's so disappointing. Although it's their second/third unit that played because Clippers were already leading by a huge margin at that time, that was still a sloppy finish. It looks like some players were trying to make an impression that's why there were so many selfish plays.
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Pelicans won against the Miami Heat. I thought that when Ingram went down and not able to play today, the Miami Heat is going to win this game. I didn't watch the game though, but it seems that Zion just played 25 minutes and had 4 points only? And it was CJ who lead the team with a big help from Alvarado. And it was a low scoring game, and with this phase, Miami Heat should have the advantage, but it seems they are off tonight and can't keep up with the Pelicans even without their best player.
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My winning streak has ended, :'(
But it's good though, 3 wins in a rows, games are very much unpredictable as we are just a couple of weeks from the regular season and every team are trying to fight for the position.
I will just add and edit again my bets and see if I will start another winning streak.
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Pelicans won against the Miami Heat. I thought that when Ingram went down and not able to play today, the Miami Heat is going to win this game. I didn't watch the game though, but it seems that Zion just played 25 minutes and had 4 points only? And it was CJ who lead the team with a big help from Alvarado. And it was a low scoring game, and with this phase, Miami Heat should have the advantage, but it seems they are off tonight and can't keep up with the Pelicans even without their best player.
It's one of those days. The team's 36% FG is not going to cut it against any team in the NBA unless they have impenetrable defense.
It's just too bad for them because Pacers won and that widens the gap between 6th (Pacers) and 7th (Heat).
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Pelicans won against the Miami Heat. I thought that when Ingram went down and not able to play today, the Miami Heat is going to win this game. I didn't watch the game though, but it seems that Zion just played 25 minutes and had 4 points only? And it was CJ who lead the team with a big help from Alvarado. And it was a low scoring game, and with this phase, Miami Heat should have the advantage, but it seems they are off tonight and can't keep up with the Pelicans even without their best player.
As @Zed0X said, the Heat have a terrible night while the Pelicans shot 51% from the field. Aside from that, the Pelicans shot 50% from 3-point area as well whereas the Heat only shot 27%. The Heat overall had a bad night that's why the lost pretty bad on their home.
Well, as much as I want to praise the Pelicans for this, I always believe that the regular season and playoffs are different. One all-star player out because of injury can change the whole series. It's good that Ingram didn't get a serious injury after that previous game, and he will be playing again I think after 1-2 weeks. They are also in a pretty good spot at 5th spot with 1.5 games above the 6th seeded Phoenix but still they can't afford to sit out their key players in some games.
As for the Heat, we've seen them defeating the Bucks last season, and reaching the NBA Finals when nobody expected them to clinch that. Their roster is still the same, the coach is still the same, nothing much has changed with them so I still believe that even though they're at the bottom spot come playoff time, top teams must not be overconfident when they face them. Heat facing the Cavaliers on the 3-6 match-up would be good, but I would want them to face the Bucks again for a rematch for the 2-7 match-up. :D
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The Rockets make it eight in a row with a dominating game against the Jazz. Jalen Green with another MVP-like individual performance but my attention was on VanVleet because he got hot beyond the arc with ten 3-pointers. I still don't think they will replace the Warriors for the last play-in team but it's fun to watch their run.
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The Rockets make it eight in a row with a dominating game against the Jazz. Jalen Green with another MVP-like individual performance but my attention was on VanVleet because he got hot beyond the arc with ten 3-pointers. I still don't think they will replace the Warriors for the last play-in team but it's fun to watch their run.
I just saw his highlights, although I don't bet on NBA, I still follow the sports and I was surprised to see that the low key team like Rockets is going up in the ranks, or at least trying to catch up with the Warriors?
And I also see that the Warriors lost the the Wolves and so the Rockets has a better chance than the Warriors to go into the playoff?
No?
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The Rockets make it eight in a row with a dominating game against the Jazz. Jalen Green with another MVP-like individual performance but my attention was on VanVleet because he got hot beyond the arc with ten 3-pointers. I still don't think they will replace the Warriors for the last play-in team but it's fun to watch their run.
I just saw his highlights, although I don't bet on NBA, I still follow the sports and I was surprised to see that the low key team like Rockets is going up in the ranks, or at least trying to catch up with the Warriors?
It's not that they are bad to be surprised. Rockets has decent team members (Sengun, Green, VanVleet, Brooks) but they are in the Western Division which makes it harder for them to climb. Their record is better than the two teams in the East that are currently qualified for the play-in tournament
And I also see that the Warriors lost the the Wolves and so the Rockets has a better chance than the Warriors to go into the playoff?
No?
You're probably not familiar with the format now.
Top 1 to 6 teams are playoff bound.
Top 7 to 10 teams will face off (play-in) and only 2 teams will complete the 8-team for the playoff.
I still think Warriors will be in the play-in.
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The Rockets make it eight in a row with a dominating game against the Jazz. Jalen Green with another MVP-like individual performance but my attention was on VanVleet because he got hot beyond the arc with ten 3-pointers. I still don't think they will replace the Warriors for the last play-in team but it's fun to watch their run.
I just saw his highlights, although I don't bet on NBA, I still follow the sports and I was surprised to see that the low key team like Rockets is going up in the ranks, or at least trying to catch up with the Warriors?
It's not that they are bad to be surprised. Rockets has decent team members (Sengun, Green, VanVleet, Brooks) but they are in the Western Division which makes it harder for them to climb. Their record is better than the two teams in the East that are currently qualified for the play-in tournament
And I also see that the Warriors lost the the Wolves and so the Rockets has a better chance than the Warriors to go into the playoff?
No?
You're probably not familiar with the format now.
Top 1 to 6 teams are playoff bound.
Top 7 to 10 teams will face off (play-in) and only 2 teams will complete the 8-team for the playoff.
I still think Warriors will be in the play-in.
If we look at the standings, Warriors - 36 and 33 Rockets - 35 and 35.
So there are still a good chance for the Rockets to take that 10th and last spot for the play-in from the Warriors if Golden State continue with them losing and Houston gaining the momentum as they are on a 8 game winning streak. So the last 12 games are going to be very crucial for both teams. Rockets though as the momentum here that's why I said that they could have a slim chance to beat the Warriors.
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NBA regular season, fixtures in the month of March.
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Let's discuss, which of the matches will be a must watch match?
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Who fell victim to the Celtics giving up 30 points when they lost to the Hawks? That's embarrassing because we are also talking about a team that do not even have their best shooter.
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If we look at the standings, Warriors - 36 and 33 Rockets - 35 and 35.
So there are still a good chance for the Rockets to take that 10th and last spot for the play-in from the Warriors if Golden State continue with them losing and Houston gaining the momentum as they are on a 8 game winning streak. So the last 12 games are going to be very crucial for both teams. Rockets though as the momentum here that's why I said that they could have a slim chance to beat the Warriors.
Rockets are closer to the Warriors now as they beat the Blazers for their 10th win in a row. They will be facing the Thunders next and I think that's when the streak will stop.
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The Rockets make it eight in a row with a dominating game against the Jazz. Jalen Green with another MVP-like individual performance but my attention was on VanVleet because he got hot beyond the arc with ten 3-pointers. I still don't think they will replace the Warriors for the last play-in team but it's fun to watch their run.
Their consecutive winning streak is now at 9 wins in a row, and as you've said and I'd reiterate Jalen Green have putting up a MVP-esque performance, especially since Alperen Sengun have been out injured he's gotten a really good free role and occupy and attack any free space on the court whether be it from behind the arc or driving to the rim, he's been doing it all, I really don't want to believe Sengun have some what inhibited Jalen Green performance a lot, because Segun while being a very versatile player, threat in the paint too, he's slows down the offense, while Jalen Green prefers playing on break and with pace not giving the opponent defense enough time to organize themselves.
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The Rockets make it eight in a row with a dominating game against the Jazz. Jalen Green with another MVP-like individual performance but my attention was on VanVleet because he got hot beyond the arc with ten 3-pointers. I still don't think they will replace the Warriors for the last play-in team but it's fun to watch their run.
Their consecutive winning streak is now at 9 wins in a row, and as you've said and I'd reiterate Jalen Green have putting up a MVP-esque performance, especially since Alperen Sengun have been out injured he's gotten a really good free role and occupy and attack any free space on the court whether be it from behind the arc or driving to the rim, he's been doing it all, I really don't want to believe Sengun have some what inhibited Jalen Green performance a lot, because Segun while being a very versatile player, threat in the paint too, he's slows down the offense, while Jalen Green prefers playing on break and with pace not giving the opponent defense enough time to organize themselves.
I agree, it was Jalen Green who step up when Alpren Sengun went down. And it's just so natural to him, I mean when he come into the league he was highly touted to even win the Rookie of the year, but he feel short. But still he continue to improved him and he just peaked on time when the Rockets is needing someone in absence of Sengun. And as I also said, if they don't go into play-in this year, the next season could be very different for them as they have the chemistry already. Yeah, MVP numbers that he is putting and it's good to see him becoming the superstar that he deserves.
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Who fell victim to the Celtics giving up 30 points when they lost to the Hawks? That's embarrassing because we are also talking about a team that do not even have their best shooter.
I also asked the same question on the other forum, Lol, but yeah it was a great game, at one point the Celtics was leading by 27-28 points. But the Hawks didn't gave up in their home court advantage.
The Rockets continue with their winning ways, and actually can catch up with the Warriors if they win their next game and then Warriors losing. So it make things complicated for them right now. Every game for both Rockets and Warriors are do or die game.
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Lakers and Warriors trying to secure their spot in the play-in tournament after winning their respective matches. If the current standings remain as it is and these two teams will face each other, I think Lakers will dispatch the Warriors. Bookies are likely to agree to that as well.
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Lakers and Warriors trying to secure their spot in the play-in tournament after winning their respective matches. If the current standings remain as it is and these two teams will face each other, I think Lakers will dispatch the Warriors. Bookies are likely to agree to that as well.
Yes, I do agree that if they face for the play-in, most likely the Lakers are going to win because they are deep and we've seen the Warriors has issues as well and they are inconsistent. Although they secure a win against the Miami without Jimmy Butler and build a solid lead and they never look back. But the Lakers with a great double overtime win against Giannis and the Bucks. And they did it without Lebron James in the sideline not playing. The Warriors though has to win as many games as they can as the Houston Rockets is making a run as well.
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Lakers and Warriors trying to secure their spot in the play-in tournament after winning their respective matches. If the current standings remain as it is and these two teams will face each other, I think Lakers will dispatch the Warriors. Bookies are likely to agree to that as well.
You forgot about the Rockets. :P
Currently, the Rockets are only 1 game behind the Warriors. It's good that the Warriors won against the Heat 113-92 or else, they will go to 11th spot and the Rockets will get it.
Right now the Warriors must end the regular season with a winning streak at least in order for them to secure that 10th spot because TBH, they might lose the spot because the Rockets are coming. Currently, the Rockets are red-hot, lots of momentum and has a winning streak. The Lakers are the same as well. I will not be surprised if the Warriors will get eliminated while the Rockets steal that 10th spot, but I hope it will not happen. :D Warriors fan here, and at least I would want to see the trio of Steph, Klay and Dray play at least in the play-in tournament. :D
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Lakers and Warriors trying to secure their spot in the play-in tournament after winning their respective matches. If the current standings remain as it is and these two teams will face each other, I think Lakers will dispatch the Warriors. Bookies are likely to agree to that as well.
You forgot about the Rockets. :P
Currently, the Rockets are only 1 game behind the Warriors. It's good that the Warriors won against the Heat 113-92 or else, they will go to 11th spot and the Rockets will get it.
Right now the Warriors must end the regular season with a winning streak at least in order for them to secure that 10th spot because TBH, they might lose the spot because the Rockets are coming. Currently, the Rockets are red-hot, lots of momentum and has a winning streak. The Lakers are the same as well. I will not be surprised if the Warriors will get eliminated while the Rockets steal that 10th spot, but I hope it will not happen. :D Warriors fan here, and at least I would want to see the trio of Steph, Klay and Dray play at least in the play-in tournament. :D
Yes, it's on the shoulder of the Warriors right now, whether they will be in the play-in or not. Houston is on a winning streak and even without their main man, they build a solid successive win and we can't deny that there are a big chance that we might not see Warriors in the playoff.
And even if they win the tie-break, they will have to go against the Lakers who also had a good momentum specially that AD is healthy and Lebron although didn't play last game but still manages to win.
With that, era has been closing for the Warriors.
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Lakers and Warriors trying to secure their spot in the play-in tournament after winning their respective matches. If the current standings remain as it is and these two teams will face each other, I think Lakers will dispatch the Warriors. Bookies are likely to agree to that as well.
You forgot about the Rockets. :P
Currently, the Rockets are only 1 game behind the Warriors. It's good that the Warriors won against the Heat 113-92 or else, they will go to 11th spot and the Rockets will get it.
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'm waiting for NBA if they will hand down a suspension to Draymond after he dragged Patty Mills neck. That could affect their push for the play-in too.
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With that, era has been closing for the Warriors.
Yeah, Klay's decline and Draymond resorting more to dirty tricks isn't helping the team at all. I think Warriors management made the wrong call extending Green's contract. Delaying a new deal with Klay is probably going to do them good.
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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.
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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 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=psF1ziQzKfk)
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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).
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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. :)
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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.
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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.
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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. :D
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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~ 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).
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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. :P :P
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.
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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. :P :P
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.
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~ 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.
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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.
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The Rockets will not steal that 10th spot from the Warriors. 100% sure.
That's coming from a Warriors fan. :P :P
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.
Well, the Rockets expectedly lost to the Wolves, while the Warriors unexpectedly beat the Mavs. I think the last two games were crucial for the Rockets, and now they have almost no chance to dislodge the Warriors from the 10th spot in the standings, as there are only 7 games left until the end of the regular season.
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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.
Yep, Joel Embiid suddenly play and it messed up my bet as I put money on OKC not knowing that Joel is going to play. And then my underdog New York Knicks fell short. They were down from the first quarter, but then they make a comeback and tie the score 92-92 and I thought that this is a great comeback and they have a great chance to win.
But they got tired chasing the lead by the Heat and then Rozier waxes hot. So the Knicks is on a losing streak right now.
As for the Rockets vs Warriors, yeah, Rockets chances are getting thinner by the day and I doubt that they can dislodge the Warriors at the 10th place.
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Well, the Rockets expectedly lost to the Wolves, while the Warriors unexpectedly beat the Mavs. I think the last two games were crucial for the Rockets, and now they have almost no chance to dislodge the Warriors from the 10th spot in the standings, as there are only 7 games left until the end of the regular season.
That's for sure, the Warriors will nail the 10th spot in the West but unfortunately for them though is that their first game in the play-in is against the Lakers who have their numbers last season, i mean the Warrior's small ball will not work against the bigger Lakers, just my two cent though.
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Well, the Rockets expectedly lost to the Wolves, while the Warriors unexpectedly beat the Mavs. I think the last two games were crucial for the Rockets, and now they have almost no chance to dislodge the Warriors from the 10th spot in the standings, as there are only 7 games left until the end of the regular season.
That's for sure, the Warriors will nail the 10th spot in the West but unfortunately for them though is that their first game in the play-in is against the Lakers who have their numbers last season, i mean the Warrior's small ball will not work against the bigger Lakers, just my two cent though.
With 3 games separating both the Warriors and the Rockets, I guess that increases the chances of Warriors securing that 10th spot. As for them stealing the 9th spot? I don't think they can against the Lakers who are on a winning streak as well.
If both the Lakers and Warriors will face on the play-in tournament (which I think they will), I also don't want to believe that small ball will not work, but I'm thinking of a scenario that it might work. Green will defend AD which I believe he can while Lebron will be defended by Wiggins. Small ball will work only if Wiggins will be the same Wiggins that we saw 2 years ago when they won the title. He's a very good defender back then and he limit's Tatum on that series. If we will see the same Wiggins 2 years ago against Lebron, I also believe he can limit his points as well.
Anyway, they can still opt not to go small. They still have Jackson-Davis, Saric and Looney as their bigs that can defend the paint. What the Warriors need in order for them to win against the Lakers is to limit them in going to the free throw line.
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Well, the Rockets expectedly lost to the Wolves, while the Warriors unexpectedly beat the Mavs. I think the last two games were crucial for the Rockets, and now they have almost no chance to dislodge the Warriors from the 10th spot in the standings, as there are only 7 games left until the end of the regular season.
That's for sure, the Warriors will nail the 10th spot in the West but unfortunately for them though is that their first game in the play-in is against the Lakers who have their numbers last season, i mean the Warrior's small ball will not work against the bigger Lakers, just my two cent though.
With 3 games separating both the Warriors and the Rockets, I guess that increases the chances of Warriors securing that 10th spot. As for them stealing the 9th spot? I don't think they can against the Lakers who are on a winning streak as well.
If both the Lakers and Warriors will face on the play-in tournament (which I think they will), I also don't want to believe that small ball will not work, but I'm thinking of a scenario that it might work. Green will defend AD which I believe he can while Lebron will be defended by Wiggins. Small ball will work only if Wiggins will be the same Wiggins that we saw 2 years ago when they won the title. He's a very good defender back then and he limit's Tatum on that series. If we will see the same Wiggins 2 years ago against Lebron, I also believe he can limit his points as well.
We did some glimpse of Wiggins the last game, when he guarded Luka and give him a hard time to score. And who would forget his dunk against Luka when he took his soul, but the referee killed everything when he call a offensive foul on Wiggins. But the problem is that the Lakers has to many weapons now, they have DLo, Austin Reaves and Rui so it's not only AD and Lebron that they have to contend with and this will give problems to the Warriors if they face on the first round. Let's enjoy first the game of the Warriors vs Rockets, maybe Houston will proved something tomorrow night when they face each other.
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What the Warriors need in order for them to win against the Lakers is to limit them in going to the free throw line.
So that means they have to rely on the referees not blowing their whistle ;D I don't think this approach is going to be effective against Lebron and AD because these two are too good inside. Other than that, James is also vocal in calling out refs for not giving them enough foul calls.
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With 3 games separating both the Warriors and the Rockets, I guess that increases the chances of Warriors securing that 10th spot. As for them stealing the 9th spot? I don't think they can against the Lakers who are on a winning streak as well.
If both the Lakers and Warriors will face on the play-in tournament (which I think they will), I also don't want to believe that small ball will not work, but I'm thinking of a scenario that it might work. Green will defend AD which I believe he can while Lebron will be defended by Wiggins. Small ball will work only if Wiggins will be the same Wiggins that we saw 2 years ago when they won the title. He's a very good defender back then and he limit's Tatum on that series. If we will see the same Wiggins 2 years ago against Lebron, I also believe he can limit his points as well.
Anyway, they can still opt not to go small. They still have Jackson-Davis, Saric and Looney as their bigs that can defend the paint. What the Warriors need in order for them to win against the Lakers is to limit them in going to the free throw line.
It's worth noting that the win percentage difference between the Lakers and teams like the Kings, Pelicans, and Suns is quite small. I mean, if the Lakers win their remaining regular season games, they could well move up 1-2 spots in the standings. In other words, there is still a chance that the Lakers and Warriors may not face each other in the play-in tournament.
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With 3 games separating both the Warriors and the Rockets, I guess that increases the chances of Warriors securing that 10th spot. As for them stealing the 9th spot? I don't think they can against the Lakers who are on a winning streak as well.
If both the Lakers and Warriors will face on the play-in tournament (which I think they will), I also don't want to believe that small ball will not work, but I'm thinking of a scenario that it might work. Green will defend AD which I believe he can while Lebron will be defended by Wiggins. Small ball will work only if Wiggins will be the same Wiggins that we saw 2 years ago when they won the title. He's a very good defender back then and he limit's Tatum on that series. If we will see the same Wiggins 2 years ago against Lebron, I also believe he can limit his points as well.
Anyway, they can still opt not to go small. They still have Jackson-Davis, Saric and Looney as their bigs that can defend the paint. What the Warriors need in order for them to win against the Lakers is to limit them in going to the free throw line.
It's worth noting that the win percentage difference between the Lakers and teams like the Kings, Pelicans, and Suns is quite small. I mean, if the Lakers win their remaining regular season games, they could well move up 1-2 spots in the standings. In other words, there is still a chance that the Lakers and Warriors may not face each other in the play-in tournament.
And with that, it boils down as well to the last remaining games for this teams on the top as who's who in the playoffs and what will be the bracket. In a game 7 series, it's important to have the home court advantage and so this is what this teams are playing.
However, a first round match-up between the Lakers and the Warriors are going to be very interesting. Lebron again vs Steph Curry, and somewhat it will bring the best out of this two team and probably it's one of the most watch 1st round matches this playoff.
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It's worth noting that the win percentage difference between the Lakers and teams like the Kings, Pelicans, and Suns is quite small. I mean, if the Lakers win their remaining regular season games, they could well move up 1-2 spots in the standings. In other words, there is still a chance that the Lakers and Warriors may not face each other in the play-in tournament.
That is also the scenario i'm looking into, the Kings has a game tomorrow against the Boston Celtics and a lose by the Kings would mean a tie on the standings with the Lakers and if latter will win at least 4 of its remaining games, most likely they will have the 8th spot and a game against the Warriors is unlike in the first round.
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And with that, it boils down as well to the last remaining games for this teams on the top as who's who in the playoffs and what will be the bracket. In a game 7 series, it's important to have the home court advantage and so this is what this teams are playing.
However, a first round match-up between the Lakers and the Warriors are going to be very interesting. Lebron again vs Steph Curry, and somewhat it will bring the best out of this two team and probably it's one of the most watch 1st round matches this playoff.
The Lakers and Warriors are likely to face each other in the play-in tournament instead of the playoffs. I mean, the play-in tournament and the first round of the playoffs are slightly different postseason events. And I don't think home-court advantage matters much in the play-in tournament because the teams only face each other once.
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a lose by the Kings would mean a tie on the standings with the Lakers and if latter will win at least 4 of its remaining games, most likely they will have the 8th spot
From what I know, that's not going to happen if the Kings also wins the same number of games because they lead their head to head record. In case they end up tied in the standings at the end of the regular season, the Kings will still hold the 8th spot.
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And with that, it boils down as well to the last remaining games for this teams on the top as who's who in the playoffs and what will be the bracket. In a game 7 series, it's important to have the home court advantage and so this is what this teams are playing.
However, a first round match-up between the Lakers and the Warriors are going to be very interesting. Lebron again vs Steph Curry, and somewhat it will bring the best out of this two team and probably it's one of the most watch 1st round matches this playoff.
The Lakers and Warriors are likely to face each other in the play-in tournament instead of the playoffs. I mean, the play-in tournament and the first round of the playoffs are slightly different postseason events. And I don't think home-court advantage matters much in the play-in tournament because the teams only face each other once.
But still though, that's why it is called home court advantage because teams are playing comfortably and with their fans behind them. And specially in a must win situation, and not a series, it's better to play in front of your fans than away.
So for me, it is still a big factor and we have seen teams in the top 5 with a winning percentage at home.
Lakers - 27-12
Warriors - 19-19
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Who made a bet on the Suns winning by double digits against the Wolves? How about the Pacers over Thunders by the same margin? Some of the games I didn't expect to end that way.
Anyway, best game was the Mavs vs. the Warriors. It's as close as it could get. Warriors could have done it with 4.5 seconds to go but I thought the CP3's inbound pass to Curry contributed to the loss.
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Who made a bet on the Suns winning by double digits against the Wolves? How about the Pacers over Thunders by the same margin? Some of the games I didn't expect to end that way.
Anyway, best game was the Mavs vs. the Warriors. It's as close as it could get. Warriors could have done it with 4.5 seconds to go but I thought the CP3's inbound pass to Curry contributed to the loss.
Too bad for the Warriors to lost that game, I thought that they are going to win because Luka is not playing. And still this is a very important game to them. So a lot of unexpected results, Suns as you have said, winning double digits against one of the best team in the West? Mad ending on the Celtics vs Kings game, and then Raptors winnings against the Bucks. Milwaukee now on a 3 game losing streak, although they are in the second spot in the East, you don't want to end the regular season in a bad note. And with the Mavs win and even if the Phoenix Suns win as well, the Mavs bolted out and now in the 5th position.
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Too bad for the Warriors to lost that game, I thought that they are going to win because Luka is not playing. And still this is a very important game to them.
It's no big deal for the Warriors that they lost this time because their win percentage is still higher than the Rockets', which means they are still in 10th spot in the standings.
Meanwhile, the Kings aren't doing so well, as they lost to the Celtics and now have the same win percentage as the Lakers. If the Lakers beat the Cavs tonight, they will dislodge the Kings from the 8th spot in the standings.
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If the Lakers beat the Cavs tonight, they will dislodge the Kings from the 8th spot in the standings.
And that's what exactly happened.
It's just four to five games left before the regular season ends. The Pelicans are looking shaky right now while the Suns and Mavs pulling away to keep their playoff spot. Lakers could still overtake the Pelicans for the 7th spot but that's not really important.
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It's just four to five games left before the regular season ends. The Pelicans are looking shaky right now while the Suns and Mavs pulling away to keep their playoff spot. Lakers could still overtake the Pelicans for the 7th spot but that's not really important.
Yeah, the Pelicans were so shaky that i thought they will be blown by the Suns today but it didn't happens as the Suns bow down to the Pelicans earlier today to retain their 7th spot in the standings. Back to the Lakers, i don't what happen to Davis as he only played 12 minutes tonight, hope he is not injured as they need him in their last remaining games.
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It's just four to five games left before the regular season ends. The Pelicans are looking shaky right now while the Suns and Mavs pulling away to keep their playoff spot. Lakers could still overtake the Pelicans for the 7th spot but that's not really important.
Yeah, the Pelicans were so shaky that i thought they will be blown by the Suns today but it didn't happens as the Suns bow down to the Pelicans earlier today to retain their 7th spot in the standings. Back to the Lakers, i don't what happen to Davis as he only played 12 minutes tonight, hope he is not injured as they need him in their last remaining games.
He was hit in the face by Kyle Anderson (https://twitter.com/ishanghosh824/status/1777169661060333649), and there was no call whatsoever. So AD has to go to the dugout after that and never returns. And with no Lebron James, the Wolves were able to beat the Lakers easy. And they were lead by the underrated Naz Reid. The Warriors won as well and couple with Houston losing, they are not safe at the 10th spot and looking for a play-in position. And if the play-in happens tomorrow, they will be facing the Lakers. So that is a good match-up for fans. Tyrese Maxey, scoring another 50 point game this season with 52 points against the San Antonio Spurs winning in overtime. Wemby scores 33, but they can't score in the OT. Bucks is on a losing skid now, Doc Rivers is again on the front page as they are now in the 4 game losing streak.
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It's just four to five games left before the regular season ends. The Pelicans are looking shaky right now while the Suns and Mavs pulling away to keep their playoff spot. Lakers could still overtake the Pelicans for the 7th spot but that's not really important.
Yeah, the Pelicans were so shaky that i thought they will be blown by the Suns today but it didn't happens as the Suns bow down to the Pelicans earlier today to retain their 7th spot in the standings. Back to the Lakers, i don't what happen to Davis as he only played 12 minutes tonight, hope he is not injured as they need him in their last remaining games.
He was hit in the face by Kyle Anderson (https://twitter.com/ishanghosh824/status/1777169661060333649), and there was no call whatsoever. So AD has to go to the dugout after that and never returns. And with no Lebron James, the Wolves were able to beat the Lakers easy. And they were lead by the underrated Naz Reid. The Warriors won as well and couple with Houston losing, they are not safe at the 10th spot and looking for a play-in position. And if the play-in happens tomorrow, they will be facing the Lakers. So that is a good match-up for fans. Tyrese Maxey, scoring another 50 point game this season with 52 points against the San Antonio Spurs winning in overtime. Wemby scores 33, but they can't score in the OT. Bucks is on a losing skid now, Doc Rivers is again on the front page as they are now in the 4 game losing streak.
Thanks for the info brother, i just wonder why Lebron didn't play on that game against the Wolves as a win would put some distance between them and the Kings in the 8th spot or possibly the 7th spot.
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Thanks for the info brother, i just wonder why Lebron didn't play on that game against the Wolves as a win would put some distance between them and the Kings in the 8th spot or possibly the 7th spot.
His status before the game was questionable. In addition, there were earlier reports that LeBron had flu-like symptoms and wasn't feeling well because of it.
Of course, the remaining games of the regular season are important for the Lakers because they might be able to improve their spot in the standings, but it looks like they didn't want to risk LeBron's health.
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Thanks for the info brother, i just wonder why Lebron didn't play on that game against the Wolves as a win would put some distance between them and the Kings in the 8th spot or possibly the 7th spot.
His status before the game was questionable. In addition, there were earlier reports that LeBron had flu-like symptoms and wasn't feeling well because of it.
Of course, the remaining games of the regular season are important for the Lakers because they might be able to improve their spot in the standings, but it looks like they didn't want to risk LeBron's health.
And as of this writing, the Warriors and Lakers are already playing and Anthony Davis is out maybe due to that incident where he was hit in the head, my bad i didn't research because i bet on the Lakers but right now they are down by 10 point though it is only the first half but without Davis, they might lose this game.
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Warriors shooting 26 out of 41 from three-point range (63.40%) is a huge threat against any team. Curry and Podziemski were perfect with 6 and 3 respectively. What's surprising is that Draymond scored all his points beyond the arc with high efficiency (5 of 7). Klay is also heating up just in time for the play-in.
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Warriors shooting 26 out of 41 from three-point range (63.40%) is a huge threat against any team. Curry and Podziemski were perfect with 6 and 3 respectively. What's surprising is that Draymond scored all his points beyond the arc with high efficiency (5 of 7). Klay is also heating up just in time for the play-in.
Yes, the Warriors' performance was unexpected in this game, especially Thompson's because he doesn't often perform so well in the regular season. I think even if Davis had played in this game, the Lakers still wouldn't have been able to beat the Warriors because of their high three-point shooting percentage.
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Warriors shooting 26 out of 41 from three-point range (63.40%) is a huge threat against any team. Curry and Podziemski were perfect with 6 and 3 respectively. What's surprising is that Draymond scored all his points beyond the arc with high efficiency (5 of 7). Klay is also heating up just in time for the play-in.
Yes, the Warriors' performance was unexpected in this game, especially Thompson's because he doesn't often perform so well in the regular season. I think even if Davis had played in this game, the Lakers still wouldn't have been able to beat the Warriors because of their high three-point shooting percentage.
Yes, as if we have seen the prime version of the Warriors when they were still a dynasty. They are the teams that started the whole three point era with Steph and Klay forming what we call the Splash Brothers. And they will be a very dangerous team in the play-in, whoever they will face if they can keep up with this kind of shooting. And they did it away from home, which is also another interesting stats for them to win in the road. And Klay just in time for his peak performance come play-in/playoff. Just sad that either the Lakers or the Warriors are going to be eliminated this season.
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It's good to hear that Giannis doesn't have any major injuries. If you guys have watch their game against Boston, there were anxious moments wherein Giannis just fell on the ground and holding into his achilles.
And MRI revealed no damage to his achilles tendon and it it's intact. So that is good enough news for the Bucks as Giannis will have to rest their last remaining games this regular season.
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It's good to hear that Giannis doesn't have any major injuries. If you guys have watch their game against Boston, there were anxious moments wherein Giannis just fell on the ground and holding into his achilles.
And MRI revealed no damage to his achilles tendon and it it's intact. So that is good enough news for the Bucks as Giannis will have to rest their last remaining games this regular season.
Good thing that Giannis has no injuries going into the playoffs so that there will be no alibis when the Heat or Sixers beat them in the first round hehe, joke only. I think the Bucks is planning something this year as to not repeat the fate they experienced last year and we might see that they will avoid the Heat as much as possible because the Heat is a dangerous team in the playoffs.
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It's good to hear that Giannis doesn't have any major injuries. If you guys have watch their game against Boston, there were anxious moments wherein Giannis just fell on the ground and holding into his achilles.
And MRI revealed no damage to his achilles tendon and it it's intact. So that is good enough news for the Bucks as Giannis will have to rest their last remaining games this regular season.
Yeah, the fact that Giannis avoided a major injury is good news for the Bucks. Apparently, he only has a sole sprain, but Doc Rivers said earlier that they don't have a timeline for Giannis' return to the court yet. Either way, the Bucks' medical staff and coaches should keep a closer eye on Giannis' health, as the Bucks are unlikely to make any progress in the playoffs without him.
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It's good to hear that Giannis doesn't have any major injuries. If you guys have watch their game against Boston, there were anxious moments wherein Giannis just fell on the ground and holding into his achilles.
And MRI revealed no damage to his achilles tendon and it it's intact. So that is good enough news for the Bucks as Giannis will have to rest their last remaining games this regular season.
Yeah, the fact that Giannis avoided a major injury is good news for the Bucks. Apparently, he only has a sole sprain, but Doc Rivers said earlier that they don't have a timeline for Giannis' return to the court yet. Either way, the Bucks' medical staff and coaches should keep a closer eye on Giannis' health, as the Bucks are unlikely to make any progress in the playoffs without him.
I agree, it's good that there are no major injury for Giannis, like season ending injury as we all know that he is the heart and soul of the Bucks. And him not playing in the playoff is going to be very bad news for them.
And it's good as well to see them getting back to the winning column. For sure, the medical staff of Bucks will be working full time with Giannis. Most likely he will have to rest and do some stretches to warm up that calf muscle and then him back at least in the first round.
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It's good to hear that Giannis doesn't have any major injuries. If you guys have watch their game against Boston, there were anxious moments wherein Giannis just fell on the ground and holding into his achilles.
And MRI revealed no damage to his achilles tendon and it it's intact. So that is good enough news for the Bucks as Giannis will have to rest their last remaining games this regular season.
Yeah, the fact that Giannis avoided a major injury is good news for the Bucks. Apparently, he only has a sole sprain, but Doc Rivers said earlier that they don't have a timeline for Giannis' return to the court yet. Either way, the Bucks' medical staff and coaches should keep a closer eye on Giannis' health, as the Bucks are unlikely to make any progress in the playoffs without him.
The Bucks would be a different team in the playoffs without Giannis. Without him, they will be a mediocre team and knowing that it's the playoffs, it will be hard for them. The good thing about the Bucks being 2nd is that, they'll still have time to at least get some rest because they will wait for the play-in tournament to end, and they will see which team they will face. The bad thing is that, there's a chance that they will be facing either the Sixers, or the Heat.
If they will be facing the Sixers, not having Giannis will be an easy lose for them that's for sure especially now that Embiid's back already. If they will be facing the Heat "AGAIN" in the first round, well we know what happened last year. I'm not saying that it will happen again this year, but who knows. That would be the most embarrassing moment for the Bucks, and knowing that they have Doc "CHOKE" Rivers as their head coach, we might see Giannis leaving the team in the off-season. :D
Overall, whatever happens, the Bucks will be having a tough opponent on the first round. Maybe if it's the Magic that they're facing then they will have a higher chance, or maybe the Pacers, but if it will be either Sixers or Heat, I'm afraid they might get eliminated on the first round again.
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It's good to hear that Giannis doesn't have any major injuries. If you guys have watch their game against Boston, there were anxious moments wherein Giannis just fell on the ground and holding into his achilles.
And MRI revealed no damage to his achilles tendon and it it's intact. So that is good enough news for the Bucks as Giannis will have to rest their last remaining games this regular season.
Yeah, the fact that Giannis avoided a major injury is good news for the Bucks. Apparently, he only has a sole sprain, but Doc Rivers said earlier that they don't have a timeline for Giannis' return to the court yet. Either way, the Bucks' medical staff and coaches should keep a closer eye on Giannis' health, as the Bucks are unlikely to make any progress in the playoffs without him.
The Bucks would be a different team in the playoffs without Giannis. Without him, they will be a mediocre team and knowing that it's the playoffs, it will be hard for them. The good thing about the Bucks being 2nd is that, they'll still have time to at least get some rest because they will wait for the play-in tournament to end, and they will see which team they will face. The bad thing is that, there's a chance that they will be facing either the Sixers, or the Heat.
If they will be facing the Sixers, not having Giannis will be an easy lose for them that's for sure especially now that Embiid's back already. If they will be facing the Heat "AGAIN" in the first round, well we know what happened last year. I'm not saying that it will happen again this year, but who knows. That would be the most embarrassing moment for the Bucks, and knowing that they have Doc "CHOKE" Rivers as their head coach, we might see Giannis leaving the team in the off-season. :D
Overall, whatever happens, the Bucks will be having a tough opponent on the first round. Maybe if it's the Magic that they're facing then they will have a higher chance, or maybe the Pacers, but if it will be either Sixers or Heat, I'm afraid they might get eliminated on the first round again.
It's proven already, last season in the playoff, there were games that Giannis was out and even if they lead the series against the Heat, they lost that and didn't move forward and Giannis was frustrated.
So not saying that it will happen again, but he really needs to take a rest and the medical staff evaluate the injury 100% so that come playoff, Giannis will be healthy and that they have confidence having him back in the lineup and Dame Lillard seeing his old version of "Dame Time".
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If they will be facing the Sixers, not having Giannis will be an easy lose for them that's for sure especially now that Embiid's back already. If they will be facing the Heat "AGAIN" in the first round, well we know what happened last year. I'm not saying that it will happen again this year, but who knows. That would be the most embarrassing moment for the Bucks, and knowing that they have Doc "CHOKE" Rivers as their head coach, we might see Giannis leaving the team in the off-season. :D
I doubt Giannis can leave the Bucks in the offseason, even if the Bucks screw up in the playoffs. It's worth noting that Giannis has a huge contract until the end of the 26-27th season and a player option for the 27-28th season. Not every team will be able to take a player with such a huge contract, and the Bucks won't just give him away. Besides, this is only the first season when Giannis and Dame perform together. I think if they don't win at least one title, both of them will leave the team after 2-3 seasons.
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If they will be facing the Sixers, not having Giannis will be an easy lose for them that's for sure especially now that Embiid's back already. If they will be facing the Heat "AGAIN" in the first round, well we know what happened last year. I'm not saying that it will happen again this year, but who knows. That would be the most embarrassing moment for the Bucks, and knowing that they have Doc "CHOKE" Rivers as their head coach, we might see Giannis leaving the team in the off-season. :D
I doubt Giannis can leave the Bucks in the offseason, even if the Bucks screw up in the playoffs. It's worth noting that Giannis has a huge contract until the end of the 26-27th season and a player option for the 27-28th season. Not every team will be able to take a player with such a huge contract, and the Bucks won't just give him away. Besides, this is only the first season when Giannis and Dame perform together. I think if they don't win at least one title, both of them will leave the team after 2-3 seasons.
Not every team can afford his contract but there are some that would damn sure make some moves to accommodate him and his contract. The knicks, Boston, and who knows who else might be interested. Giannis is a commodity that every team would explore if he becomes available.
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If they will be facing the Sixers, not having Giannis will be an easy lose for them that's for sure especially now that Embiid's back already. If they will be facing the Heat "AGAIN" in the first round, well we know what happened last year. I'm not saying that it will happen again this year, but who knows. That would be the most embarrassing moment for the Bucks, and knowing that they have Doc "CHOKE" Rivers as their head coach, we might see Giannis leaving the team in the off-season. :D
I doubt Giannis can leave the Bucks in the offseason, even if the Bucks screw up in the playoffs. It's worth noting that Giannis has a huge contract until the end of the 26-27th season and a player option for the 27-28th season. Not every team will be able to take a player with such a huge contract, and the Bucks won't just give him away. Besides, this is only the first season when Giannis and Dame perform together. I think if they don't win at least one title, both of them will leave the team after 2-3 seasons.
Not every team can afford his contract but there are some that would damn sure make some moves to accommodate him and his contract. The knicks, Boston, and who knows who else might be interested. Giannis is a commodity that every team would explore if he becomes available.
That's what I'm also thinking.
For sure those teams with huge salary cap space will try everything just to get Giannis just in case he demands a trade if they will not be a competitive team this playoff.
Knicks can be one since they still have a huge cap space. As for the Celtics, with the re-signing of Porzingis and Holiday, I don't think that they will be interested in getting Giannis still and for me, that would cause a huge imbalance in the East that it might affect the competition. The Jazz can be a candidate as well, but I guess let's see how they will perform in this year's playoffs and after that, we will see how Giannis will react on it.
My prediction on them is that they will at most reach the Conference Finals but will be beaten by Boston. The bad thing though is that they might face either the Sixers or the Heat in the first round, and they can beat the Bucks if all of them are healthy (at least for me).
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If they will be facing the Sixers, not having Giannis will be an easy lose for them that's for sure especially now that Embiid's back already. If they will be facing the Heat "AGAIN" in the first round, well we know what happened last year. I'm not saying that it will happen again this year, but who knows. That would be the most embarrassing moment for the Bucks, and knowing that they have Doc "CHOKE" Rivers as their head coach, we might see Giannis leaving the team in the off-season. :D
I doubt Giannis can leave the Bucks in the offseason, even if the Bucks screw up in the playoffs. It's worth noting that Giannis has a huge contract until the end of the 26-27th season and a player option for the 27-28th season. Not every team will be able to take a player with such a huge contract, and the Bucks won't just give him away. Besides, this is only the first season when Giannis and Dame perform together. I think if they don't win at least one title, both of them will leave the team after 2-3 seasons.
Not every team can afford his contract but there are some that would damn sure make some moves to accommodate him and his contract. The knicks, Boston, and who knows who else might be interested. Giannis is a commodity that every team would explore if he becomes available.
That's what I'm also thinking.
For sure those teams with huge salary cap space will try everything just to get Giannis just in case he demands a trade if they will not be a competitive team this playoff.
Knicks can be one since they still have a huge cap space. As for the Celtics, with the re-signing of Porzingis and Holiday, I don't think that they will be interested in getting Giannis still and for me, that would cause a huge imbalance in the East that it might affect the competition. The Jazz can be a candidate as well, but I guess let's see how they will perform in this year's playoffs and after that, we will see how Giannis will react on it.
My prediction on them is that they will at most reach the Conference Finals but will be beaten by Boston. The bad thing though is that they might face either the Sixers or the Heat in the first round, and they can beat the Bucks if all of them are healthy (at least for me).
If they lose in the 1st round I believe Giannis will indeed ask for a trade. He is looking for the ring, not just a good regular season record and bust in the playoffs. I think if they get Miami in the 1st round it's a series win for the Bucks, but Philly could be a problem.
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One final game to decide which team will be at the 8th, 9th, and 10th spot in the Western division. How do you think this is going to play out?
Since Lakers have a losing record against Kings and Warriors, they have to win no matter what if they want to stay at 8th. However, they may find it harder to deal with the Pelicans. Kings beating Blazers and Warriors beating Jazz looks like an easier task.
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One final game to decide which team will be at the 8th, 9th, and 10th spot in the Western division. How do you think this is going to play out?
Since Lakers have a losing record against Kings and Warriors, they have to win no matter what if they want to stay at 8th. However, they may find it harder to deal with the Pelicans. Kings beating Blazers and Warriors beating Jazz looks like an easier task.
I don't know if I'm right but this is the scenario.
1. If the Lakers will win against the Pelicans, the Lakers will secure the 8th seed while the Pelicans might drop to the 7th seed. That is if Phoenix will win against their final game of the regular season which is Minnesota. The Suns won against the Pelicans in their match-up this season 2 games to 1. The Pelicans will get the 6th seed if the Suns losses to the Timberwolves.
2. If the Lakers lose to the Pelicans, the Pelicans will secure the 6th spot no matter what happens with the game between Phoenix and Minnesota while the Lakers will drop all the way to the 10th spot because the Lakers have losing record to both Sacramento and Golden State.
Whatever the results might be on their final games, it would be exciting. Both the East and West standings isn't final yet because the gap is very close to each other. Let's see how it will be after their final games. :)
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And this is what the current standings look like,
(https://www.talkimg.com/images/2024/04/14/jz36a.png)
So it might be the Warriors vs the Kings. And for Warrior fans, I do think that the Warriors have a better chance against Sacramento. They have been beaten the Kings and they have history of having the numbers against the inexperience of Sacramento.
Nevertheless it will still be a good play-in tournament and I agree that we don't want any of this teams not to be in the playoff.
But we have new names like OKC, Timberwolves and Pelicans in the top 6.
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And this is what the current standings look like,
(https://www.talkimg.com/images/2024/04/14/jz36a.png)
So it might be the Warriors vs the Kings. And for Warrior fans, I do think that the Warriors have a better chance against Sacramento. They have been beaten the Kings and they have history of having the numbers against the inexperience of Sacramento.
Nevertheless it will still be a good play-in tournament and I agree that we don't want any of this teams not to be in the playoff.
But we have new names like OKC, Timberwolves and Pelicans in the top 6.
It's final now that the Warriors will be facing the Kings in the play-in tournament and they have a good chance against this young and no so experienced team. While on the other play-in match-up in the west, Lakers will be having a rematch with the Pelicans and i think the Lakers will grab the 7th spot if AD will play healthy.
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i think the Lakers will grab the 7th spot if AD will play healthy.
They are the slight favorite.
AD says he'll definitely play but my guess is that Pelicans will win the play-in match because of Ingram's return. They lost last time but Ingram has already shaken off the cobwebs in the previous game. Anyway, this is one of my favorite matchups.
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i think the Lakers will grab the 7th spot if AD will play healthy.
They are the slight favorite.
AD says he'll definitely play but my guess is that Pelicans will win the play-in match because of Ingram's return. They lost last time but Ingram has already shaken off the cobwebs in the previous game. Anyway, this is one of my favorite matchups.
Per my local bookies, the Pelicans is the slight favorite to win the match, to be honest i am having a hard time on whose to bet but i will stick to my instinct that the Lakers will win tomorrow because of their Lebron and AD's experience when it comes to this situation.
Lakers ML @.195 vs Pelicans, exciting game tomorrow at 7:30 AM PH time.
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i think the Lakers will grab the 7th spot if AD will play healthy.
They are the slight favorite.
AD says he'll definitely play but my guess is that Pelicans will win the play-in match because of Ingram's return. They lost last time but Ingram has already shaken off the cobwebs in the previous game. Anyway, this is one of my favorite matchups.
Per my local bookies, the Pelicans is the slight favorite to win the match, to be honest i am having a hard time on whose to bet but i will stick to my instinct that the Lakers will win tomorrow because of their Lebron and AD's experience when it comes to this situation.
Lakers ML @.195 vs Pelicans, exciting game tomorrow at 7:30 AM PH time.
It went 50:50 earlier mate at 1.95 if I'm not mistaken, so that game is unpredictable.
That's why I go with the Kings against the Warriors, -2.5 @1.84. It's a big risk but I think with the Warriors championship mentality, they can overcome the aggressiveness of the Kings and could win this one in a very close game but covering that handicap.
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Per my local bookies, the Pelicans is the slight favorite to win the match, to be honest i am having a hard time on whose to bet but i will stick to my instinct that the Lakers will win tomorrow because of their Lebron and AD's experience when it comes to this situation.
Lakers ML @.195 vs Pelicans, exciting game tomorrow at 7:30 AM PH time.
Well, the Lakers won this game, but it's worth noting that it was a close game, especially at the end of the 4th quarter. LeBron was close to a triple-double, Davis had a great double-double, and Russell scored 21 points, while the Pelicans had only Zion, who scored 40 points, and the other Pelicans' players performed mediocre.
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Per my local bookies, the Pelicans is the slight favorite to win the match, to be honest i am having a hard time on whose to bet but i will stick to my instinct that the Lakers will win tomorrow because of their Lebron and AD's experience when it comes to this situation.
Lakers ML @.195 vs Pelicans, exciting game tomorrow at 7:30 AM PH time.
Well, the Lakers won this game, but it's worth noting that it was a close game, especially at the end of the 4th quarter. LeBron was close to a triple-double, Davis had a great double-double, and Russell scored 21 points, while the Pelicans had only Zion, who scored 40 points, and the other Pelicans' players performed mediocre.
It's a good thing for the Lakers that CJ McCollum was shut down by their defense, tallied only 9 points and also i don't know why Zion went to the locker room with 2 minutes to go in the game, is he injured? The championship experience of Lebron and Davis really carried the Lakers on this game but i don't think that they could beat the Nuggets on their first round match-up in the playoffs.
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while the Pelicans had only Zion, who scored 40 points, and the other Pelicans' players performed mediocre.
Yeah, I was following the game in the first half and I noticed that he was carrying the whole team on his back. That's too heavy even if it's Zion because the other team has at least three players that could make the difference. It's the wrong time for McCollum and Ingram to have a bad game.
Speaking of bad game, how about a playing for 31 minutes with zero points? Yeah, Klay, that's you.
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Speaking of bad game, how about a playing for 31 minutes with zero points? Yeah, Klay, that's you.
He is only good for game 6 but can't be relied upon when it's a do-or die game hehe. Kidding aside, i thought that the Warriors would win that one because on the absence of the King's two vital players but they falter this time and i think with their showing, the championship caliber Warriors are no more, time to rebuild as they can't cope up now with the other teams.
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Well, the Lakers won this game, but it's worth noting that it was a close game, especially at the end of the 4th quarter. LeBron was close to a triple-double, Davis had a great double-double, and Russell scored 21 points, while the Pelicans had only Zion, who scored 40 points, and the other Pelicans' players performed mediocre.
If you're Zion, you expect a playoff type of performance on your top 2 scorers which are McCollum and Ingram, but they're a complete disappointment on this game.
Ingram only scored 11 points while McCollum scored 9 points with a combined FG of 8/27. That's pretty embarrassing if you will ask me. We are in the playoffs already and every game must be a must win for them. Bad night? Might be, but anyway, they still have another opportunity to clinch the playoffs because they will be facing the Kings for the 8th seed. The problem though is that Zion got injured in the 4th quarter of the game, and currently on a day-to-day status because apparently, he got a left leg soreness. I just hope that he will be ok, or their next game might be their final game of the season.
Speaking of bad game, how about a playing for 31 minutes with zero points? Yeah, Klay, that's you.
He is only good for game 6 but can't be relied upon when it's a do-or die game hehe. Kidding aside, i thought that the Warriors would win that one because on the absence of the King's two vital players but they falter this time and i think with their showing, the championship caliber Warriors are no more, time to rebuild as they can't cope up now with the other teams.
As a Warrior fan, it's very disappointing to see a player doing some cardio-exercises during the playoff, worse an elimination game. It's very disappointing and for sure other Warrior fans is disappointed as well.
I really thought that they will get this one because Monk and Huerter are out for the game because of injuries, but Murray and that undrafted guard really stepped up and helped Sabonis and Fox on offense. Kings "lighted the beam" on this game because they got the victory. Congratulations I guess. :)
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Lost my bet on the Warriors tonight, I thought that this is going to be the game that we will see somewhat the Warriors dynasty still alive with Dray, Steph and Klay Thompson.
But Klay being inconsistent throughout this season, has one of the worst game of his career 0 point in a deciding game. And others see this as a sign that they might not sign him for the next season with a poor performance like this.
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The problem though is that Zion got injured in the 4th quarter of the game, and currently on a day-to-day status because apparently, he got a left leg soreness. I just hope that he will be ok, or their next game might be their final game of the season.
His status has been updated. Unfortunately for the Pelicans, Zion has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain. In other words, he will miss at least 2 weeks. Even if the Pelicans without Zion can beat the Kings in the upcoming game, they are unlikely to have any success in the playoffs.
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The problem though is that Zion got injured in the 4th quarter of the game, and currently on a day-to-day status because apparently, he got a left leg soreness. I just hope that he will be ok, or their next game might be their final game of the season.
His status has been updated. Unfortunately for the Pelicans, Zion has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain. In other words, he will miss at least 2 weeks. Even if the Pelicans without Zion can beat the Kings in the upcoming game, they are unlikely to have any success in the playoffs.
Bad news for the Pels' fans. Zion is prone to injury because of his size.
You are right, if they beat the Kings in a do-or-die game and proceed to go against the Thunder their chances is low.
Per bookies the Kings is the slight favorite to win with an odds of @1.85, attractive for those who believe that the Kings will advance to the playoffs.
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The problem though is that Zion got injured in the 4th quarter of the game, and currently on a day-to-day status because apparently, he got a left leg soreness. I just hope that he will be ok, or their next game might be their final game of the season.
His status has been updated. Unfortunately for the Pelicans, Zion has been diagnosed with a left hamstring strain. In other words, he will miss at least 2 weeks. Even if the Pelicans without Zion can beat the Kings in the upcoming game, they are unlikely to have any success in the playoffs.
Bad news for the Pels' fans. Zion is prone to injury because of his size.
You are right, if they beat the Kings in a do-or-die game and proceed to go against the Thunder their chances is low.
Per bookies the Kings is the slight favorite to win with an odds of @1.85, attractive for those who believe that the Kings will advance to the playoffs.
Worse than the news you shared. Zion is out in their game against the Kings because of that injury that he got against the Lakers.
With how Ingram and McCollum played against the Lakers, I don't think that the Pelicans have a chance to beat the Kings TBH. Unless they will step up on offense and be a hero on this do-or-die game, they have no chance (at least for me). Just imagine them being on the 6th seed with only a few games remaining in the regular season then they ended up at 7th seed as they lost to the Lakers then now dropped to 8th seed because they defeated once again, and now has a chance to be out of the playoffs yet "again" because Zion will not play.
Well, the Kings don't have Huerter and Monk either, but they need Ingram and McCollum to step up offensively and don't perform like what they did against the Lakers. The odds of the Kings winning is higher because Zion is out for the Pelicans. If I would bet, TBH I'll go with the Kings on this one. :)
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Heat vs Bulls for the final play-in in the East, a repeat of last year. We already know the Heat won last time and I don't think the result would be different this time. For some reason, they love to put their back against the wall but they still come out on top most of the time. Your pick on this game?
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Heat vs Bulls for the final play-in in the East, a repeat of last year. We already know the Heat won last time and I don't think the result would be different this time. For some reason, they love to put their back against the wall but they still come out on top most of the time. Your pick on this game?
I'll be betting for the Heat for tomorrow's do-or-die game against the Bulls. Like you said, i also think the result would be the same as last year, no Zach Lavine this time for the Bulls so that might additional hindrance for them. The Heat had a good game yesterday, the led almost in the entire game but Joel Embiid was clutch, if not for Embiid's crucial baskets the Heat could have taken the 7th spot.
It is good to see how the Celtics would fare against the Heat (if they win) this time around.
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I'll be betting for the Heat for tomorrow's do-or-die game against the Bulls. Like you said, i also think the result would be the same as last year, no Zach Lavine this time for the Bulls so that might additional hindrance for them. The Heat had a good game yesterday, the led almost in the entire game but Joel Embiid was clutch, if not for Embiid's crucial baskets the Heat could have taken the 7th spot.
It is good to see how the Celtics would fare against the Heat (if they win) this time around.
It's worth noting that the Heat lost Butler for a few weeks as he suffered an MCL sprain. Moreover, the Heat will also be without Terry Rozier for the upcoming game with the Bulls. So, I think betting on the Heat might not be the best idea either against the Bulls in the play-in tournament or against the Celtics in the first round.
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I'll be betting for the Heat for tomorrow's do-or-die game against the Bulls. Like you said, i also think the result would be the same as last year, no Zach Lavine this time for the Bulls so that might additional hindrance for them. The Heat had a good game yesterday, the led almost in the entire game but Joel Embiid was clutch, if not for Embiid's crucial baskets the Heat could have taken the 7th spot.
It is good to see how the Celtics would fare against the Heat (if they win) this time around.
It's worth noting that the Heat lost Butler for a few weeks as he suffered an MCL sprain. Moreover, the Heat will also be without Terry Rozier for the upcoming game with the Bulls. So, I think betting on the Heat might not be the best idea either against the Bulls in the play-in tournament or against the Celtics in the first round.
My bad, i just read on my social media feed that Jimmy Butler and Terry Rozier will be out for tomorrow's game, good thing that i haven't put a bet on them yet.
Now, that Butler is out i think the game is 50-50 because the Bulls will be relying heavily on White's offense.
With this development, i will just do a live betting.
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I'll be betting for the Heat for tomorrow's do-or-die game against the Bulls. Like you said, i also think the result would be the same as last year, no Zach Lavine this time for the Bulls so that might additional hindrance for them. The Heat had a good game yesterday, the led almost in the entire game but Joel Embiid was clutch, if not for Embiid's crucial baskets the Heat could have taken the 7th spot.
It is good to see how the Celtics would fare against the Heat (if they win) this time around.
It's worth noting that the Heat lost Butler for a few weeks as he suffered an MCL sprain. Moreover, the Heat will also be without Terry Rozier for the upcoming game with the Bulls. So, I think betting on the Heat might not be the best idea either against the Bulls in the play-in tournament or against the Celtics in the first round.
My bad, i just read on my social media feed that Jimmy Butler and Terry Rozier will be out for tomorrow's game, good thing that i haven't put a bet on them yet.
Now, that Butler is out i think the game is 50-50 because the Bulls will be relying heavily on White's offense.
With this development, i will just do a live betting.
We aren't starting the playoffs, and yet we are seeing star players getting injured already.
First, it's Zion, then now it's Butler and Rozier. I expect more in the future unfortunately.
With this injury, I don't see the Heat having a chance against the Celtics anymore (assuming that the Heat will beat the Bulls) because last season, Butler was their go-to guy, but now that he's out as well as Rozier, I don't know who they will rely on now in offense. Herro might be, but him alone can't beat that team. I'm afraid that they might get swept by the Celtics. I also think that the Heat will beat the Bulls even without Butler and Rozier. They also have Jacquez Jr. that played well in the regular season when Butler is out.
Good to your bets y'all. :)
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^ Yeah, I think the Heat could still manage to win against the Bulls even without those two but Jimmy is expected to be out for multiple weeks due to what's reported as MCL injury. There's no way they could win a series against Celtics unless Tatum and/or Brown gets injured early.
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End of first half between the Heat and the Bulls, sloppy basketball for both teams in the second quarter though the Heat is leading but i think the Bulls would catch up on them in the second half.
Either team don't stand a chance against the Celtics IMO.
edit: Heat won the game 112-91, that third quarter run by the Heat made the difference on this game.
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End of first half between the Heat and the Bulls, sloppy basketball for both teams in the second quarter though the Heat is leading but i think the Bulls would catch up on them in the second half.
Either team don't stand a chance against the Celtics IMO.
edit: Heat won the game 112-91, that third quarter run by the Heat made the difference on this game.
It was clear from the first quarter that the Bulls would have trouble in this game. And it happened mostly thanks to Terro, Jaime Jaquez Jr, and Love, who performed pretty well this time.
So let's see if the Heat can do anything against the Celtics in the first round of the playoffs, but I also think they don't have much of a chance. It will probably be 4-1 or 4-2 in favor of the Celtics.
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Playing just 12 minutes and scoring 16 points, the veteran Love still doing damage for the Heat.
The Pelicans have the advantage after three quarters but the Kings are still within striking distance. Ingram carrying but Larry Nance Jr. stepping up is going to be the big reason if NOP clinches the 8th seed.
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Playing just 12 minutes and scoring 16 points, the veteran Love still doing damage for the Heat.
Yeah, he was the turning point of the Heat's offense in the third quarter, scoring mostly of his points in the free throw line because of the fouls he got from the switch defense.
The Pelicans have the advantage after three quarters but the Kings are still within striking distance. Ingram carrying but Larry Nance Jr. stepping up is going to be the big reason if NOP clinches the 8th seed.
And that's it, the Pels advance to the playoffs. Shots were not falling for the Kings in the rainbow when they needed it the most while Larry Nance and Jonas Valanciunas were feasting in the paint scoring 13 and 19 points respectively.
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Davis had a good game with 32 points but that's cancelled out by Jokic's 32 points. Nuggets just have more firepower and I don't think the Lakers could catch up to that. Maybe if both Lebron and AD could score 40 a piece every game.
I didn't expect the Wolves to dominate Suns in game 1 (and it looks like it will be 2-0). I think Frank Vogel needs to experiment a bit by introducing Bol Bol in the series.
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Davis had a good game with 32 points but that's cancelled out by Jokic's 32 points. Nuggets just have more firepower and I don't think the Lakers could catch up to that. Maybe if both Lebron and AD could score 40 a piece every game.
I will stand with my predictions on this one. They will swept the Lakers "AGAIN".
The Lakers simply has no way to lessen the production of Jokic, and Murray is just good offensively. Their starting 5 has it all. They have good offensive players, good passers, great defenders and they have height advantage over the Lakers' starting 5. The problem with the Lakers isn't their offense, but their defense against Jokic. Even AD which is their best defender can't stop him. He's just that good that even you double team him, he will find the open man to shoot it. Well, what do you expect from a MVP, right? :D They will swept the Lakers or if they're lucky, they will win at least 1 game.
I didn't expect the Wolves to dominate Suns in game 1 (and it looks like it will be 2-0). I think Frank Vogel needs to experiment a bit by introducing Bol Bol in the series.
I don't think that experimenting in the playoffs would be a good choice IMO. You're down 1 game and you will make an experiment? It isn't worth it (at least for me).
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Davis had a good game with 32 points but that's cancelled out by Jokic's 32 points. Nuggets just have more firepower and I don't think the Lakers could catch up to that. Maybe if both Lebron and AD could score 40 a piece every game.
Game 2 at the moment between the Nuggets and the Lakers where the latter is leading by 17 points in the third quarter. Anthony Davis has now 32 points while Lebron James got 12 points and i think the Lakers will steal this one in the homecourt of the Nuggets.
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Davis had a good game with 32 points but that's cancelled out by Jokic's 32 points. Nuggets just have more firepower and I don't think the Lakers could catch up to that. Maybe if both Lebron and AD could score 40 a piece every game.
Game 2 at the moment between the Nuggets and the Lakers where the latter is leading by 17 points in the third quarter. Anthony Davis has now 32 points while Lebron James got 12 points and i think the Lakers will steal this one in the homecourt of the Nuggets.
Yeah, I'm following the score. AD has been unstoppable so far and playing an almost perfect game as if he doesn't want to be swept like last time ;D It will be a huge task if the Nuggets could steal this game but let's see if they can cut the lead down to 10 by the end of third quarter.
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Davis had a good game with 32 points but that's cancelled out by Jokic's 32 points. Nuggets just have more firepower and I don't think the Lakers could catch up to that. Maybe if both Lebron and AD could score 40 a piece every game.
Game 2 at the moment between the Nuggets and the Lakers where the latter is leading by 17 points in the third quarter. Anthony Davis has now 32 points while Lebron James got 12 points and i think the Lakers will steal this one in the homecourt of the Nuggets.
Yeah, I'm following the score. AD has been unstoppable so far and playing an almost perfect game as if he doesn't want to be swept like last time ;D It will be a huge task if the Nuggets could steal this game but let's see if they can cut the lead down to 10 by the end of third quarter.
Wow, what a comeback by the Nuggets, punctuated by that game-winning buzzer beater by Jamall Murray. I wonder what's on Lebron's mind right now after he missed that wide-open three that could be the nail in the coffin for the Nuggets.
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I wonder what's on Lebron's mind right now after he missed that wide-open three that could be the nail in the coffin for the Nuggets.
It was the right shot or maybe he could have come closer for a higher percentage mid-range jumper. I don't think he'll think deeply or feel sorry for that decision.
What I'm more impressed in that wild game is how quick the Nuggets knew what kind of play they want to do immediately after the Lebron miss. They all went to the other side to give Murray all the space he needs on the right and make that shot. I don't know if that's what Jokic was telling his teammates when he was waving his hands.
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Davis had a good game with 32 points but that's cancelled out by Jokic's 32 points. Nuggets just have more firepower and I don't think the Lakers could catch up to that. Maybe if both Lebron and AD could score 40 a piece every game.
Game 2 at the moment between the Nuggets and the Lakers where the latter is leading by 17 points in the third quarter. Anthony Davis has now 32 points while Lebron James got 12 points and i think the Lakers will steal this one in the homecourt of the Nuggets.
Yeah, I'm following the score. AD has been unstoppable so far and playing an almost perfect game as if he doesn't want to be swept like last time ;D It will be a huge task if the Nuggets could steal this game but let's see if they can cut the lead down to 10 by the end of third quarter.
Wow, what a comeback by the Nuggets, punctuated by that game-winning buzzer beater by Jamall Murray. I wonder what's on Lebron's mind right now after he missed that wide-open three that could be the nail in the coffin for the Nuggets.
Yeah, bad lost for the Lakers, they've lead 20+ points at one time and they are balling really good with D'Lo very hot. But when AD got in foul trouble and Jokic working his game inside, the Nuggets was able to come back and close the gap.
Plenty of time for the Lakers to win though, and they could still play strong in the OT. But Murray, when you thought that he had a bad night, comes back in the 4th quarter and then hit that winning shot, ouch!!
Lost my bet on the Magic though, I though they can still cover the +5.5.
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As predicted, Wolves are now 2-0 up against the Suns. Bad shooting night for KAT and ANT but the rest of the starters contributed big time.
It was a close first half but the Suns faded in the second. Like I also said in my previous comment, the Suns coach needs to do something different or experiment a bit when your shooters are struggling. I think Bolbol needs more time on the floor, even 10 minutes could be enough to confuse the Wolves.
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As predicted, Wolves are now 2-0 up against the Suns. Bad shooting night for KAT and ANT but the rest of the starters contributed big time.
It was a close first half but the Suns faded in the second. Like I also said in my previous comment, the Suns coach needs to do something different or experiment a bit when your shooters are struggling. I think Bolbol needs more time on the floor, even 10 minutes could be enough to confuse the Wolves.
Betted for the Wolves at the end of the first half "Wolves ML @1.96", didn't know that KAT and Edwards were having a bad night, the only thing i saw was that attractive odds, luckily for me the Wolves offense got hot in the third and fourth quarter.
On the other game, the Mavs even the series with that strong fourth quarter run with Luka and Irving waxing hot in the rainbow country. I expect the Mavs to loss this game as Kawhi Leonard already played but i'm wrong.
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On the other game, the Mavs even the series with that strong fourth quarter run with Luka and Irving waxing hot in the rainbow country. I expect the Mavs to loss this game as Kawhi Leonard already played but i'm wrong.
Leonard's performance was mediocre in this game, considering he was on the court for 35 minutes, but during that time, he scored only 15 points and missed all 5 shots from the three-point line. I think he probably needs some time to get back into his rhythm after being out for more than 3 weeks.
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No Butler, no problem for the Miami Heat as they beat down the Celtics to even the series at 1 apiece. What an amazing night for the Heat as they shoot 53.5 percent from the rainbow country, 23 made out of 43 attempts. If they could sustain this kind of game then i think they will upset the Celtics in this round.
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No Butler, no problem for the Miami Heat as they beat down the Celtics to even the series at 1 apiece. What an amazing night for the Heat as they shoot 53.5 percent from the rainbow country, 23 made out of 43 attempts. If they could sustain this kind of game then i think they will upset the Celtics in this round.
The Celtics tasted their own medicine.
They're the best three-point shooting team in NBA this regular season, and they lost to the Miami Heat through where they are good at - 3-pt shooting.
You can see at the crowd the disappointment when they saw their team losing to an 8th seeded team yet "AGAIN". The Heat used their trump card in the playoffs which is Caleb Martin, and he contributed to the offense. In fact, all 5 scorers scored in double digits. It's the distributed offense followed by an insane three-point shooting that caused the Heat to upset the top team.
Sometimes, players on the roster don't matter. It's the coach that matter and we saw it on this game. Coach Spo has only Adebayo as their all-star player compared to how many the Celtics are and yet they got the win on the road. Like you said, I will not be surprised if the Heat will upset this Celtics in the first round and if that happens, I guess it's time for the Celtics to disband that Tatum-Brown duo because it isn't working for them.
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Like you said, I will not be surprised if the Heat will upset this Celtics in the first round and if that happens, I guess it's time for the Celtics to disband that Tatum-Brown duo because it isn't working for them.
If the Celtics, a team that showed impressive results throughout the regular season, fall out of the playoffs in the first round, it will be a complete failure for both the Celtics players, coaches, and their management. I agree with you that, in this case, the Celtics management will need to make some changes in the roster during the offseason.
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Such is the strength of playoff Heat that we're already talking about disbanding the Tatum-Brown duo or other roster change? ;D Anyway, have you seen Jimmy's trolling of Brown's "Don't let us get one" post last season? https://www.instagram.com/p/C6KtZGoOxl_/
0-2 down and no Zion, it looks like Pelicans playoff journey is over. They might get 1 but Thunders are just too good for them.
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Sweep at crypto.com arena incoming! ;D Both teams had poor shooting night (especially beyond the arc). The key difference in this game is the rebounding and second chance points converted. Did any of you bet on the total score? Based on the last 3 games, it doesn't look like either team could score beyond 120.
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The series is now over, which is understandable, there is a reason why Lakers basically barely got into the playoffs and why Denver is the champions so there is really no argument there, it makes sense that Denver would win this series. I am not saying that Lakers are a bad team, of course they are a "decent" team but the fact is that Denver is just a much much better team. I also believe that the coaching difference is huge, switch the head coaches and Lakers may win a few games. However, I still think Denver would have won in that case too.
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The series is now over, which is understandable, there is a reason why Lakers basically barely got into the playoffs
I don't know if that's a good argument to use on Lakers because they were also in the same position last season. They made it to the West Finals despite barely making it to the playoffs. The difference this time is that they faced the Nuggets too early and it's probably a bad match up for LBJ and company. Maybe a better argument is that there is a reason why they never won against the Nuggets in the regular season.
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Sweep at crypto.com arena incoming! ;D Both teams had poor shooting night (especially beyond the arc). The key difference in this game is the rebounding and second chance points converted. Did any of you bet on the total score? Based on the last 3 games, it doesn't look like either team could score beyond 120.
After this game, we can congratulate the Lakers on their impending elimination from the playoffs because it's almost unrealistic to recover from a 0-3 deficit.
Honestly, I think the Lakers could have beaten the Nuggets, but unfortunately for them, they lacked something every time. Looking at the results of the past three games, I wouldn't say that the Nuggets seem like an unstoppable opponent that can't be beaten.
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Sweep at crypto.com arena incoming! ;D Both teams had poor shooting night (especially beyond the arc). The key difference in this game is the rebounding and second chance points converted. Did any of you bet on the total score? Based on the last 3 games, it doesn't look like either team could score beyond 120.
After this game, we can congratulate the Lakers on their impending elimination from the playoffs because it's almost unrealistic to recover from a 0-3 deficit.
Honestly, I think the Lakers could have beaten the Nuggets, but unfortunately for them, they lacked something every time. Looking at the results of the past three games, I wouldn't say that the Nuggets seem like an unstoppable opponent that can't be beaten.
Agree with you, there is something that is lacking on the Lakers and it might be the aggressiveness of Lebron James in the end game, i mean he can't take over the game anymore like he used to when he was with the Heat and the Cavaliers, father time is catching up on him.
Yeah, the series is over as no one has came back from that 0-3 hole, 157 have tried none succeeded.
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The series is now over, which is understandable, there is a reason why Lakers basically barely got into the playoffs
I don't know if that's a good argument to use on Lakers because they were also in the same position last season. They made it to the West Finals despite barely making it to the playoffs. The difference this time is that they faced the Nuggets too early and it's probably a bad match up for LBJ and company. Maybe a better argument is that there is a reason why they never won against the Nuggets in the regular season.
It's a bad argument "IF" the Lakers are down 0-2, but they are down 0-3, and we know the history of playoff teams who are down 0-3, right?
How can you blow up double digit leads in 2 consecutive games? Game 2, they are up by as much as 20 and they blew it off. Game 3 they are up as many as 12 pts in their own home court, and they blew it up as well?
The argument is bad, but that's the reality. The series is pretty much over at this moment. How can they stop their starting 5 when 4 of them scored 20 or more? On the other hand, how can you win in a series when your expected 3rd option in offense scored 0 points? Russell is the Version 2.0 of Klay Thompson. When they needed him the most, they just choked. I'm not saying that the Lakers should've traded Russell during the regular season, but they know that during the playoffs, he's choking and yet they didn't trade him.
For sure, Laker fans are disappointed with what happened to their team. With the Nuggets up 3-0, this is pretty much over. Just look at how the Nuggets defeated the Lakers 11 consecutive times. :D
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Sweep at crypto.com arena incoming! ;D Both teams had poor shooting night (especially beyond the arc). The key difference in this game is the rebounding and second chance points converted. Did any of you bet on the total score? Based on the last 3 games, it doesn't look like either team could score beyond 120.
After this game, we can congratulate the Lakers on their impending elimination from the playoffs because it's almost unrealistic to recover from a 0-3 deficit.
Honestly, I think the Lakers could have beaten the Nuggets, but unfortunately for them, they lacked something every time. Looking at the results of the past three games, I wouldn't say that the Nuggets seem like an unstoppable opponent that can't be beaten.
Agree with you, there is something that is lacking on the Lakers and it might be the aggressiveness of Lebron James in the end game, i mean he can't take over the game anymore like he used to when he was with the Heat and the Cavaliers, father time is catching up on him.
Yeah, the series is over as no one has came back from that 0-3 hole, 157 have tried none succeeded.
Yes, it's over now, they will be lucky if they got 1 win in their series.
It might be Lebron is showing his age that's why there are no aggressiveness on his part? Or simply that he is tired. And then D'Lo Russell, 0 points? Him and Klay should team up and go to China and play hehehe.
No disrespect to Lakers fan but Darvin Ham is not the coach that they are looking for to lead them again in another championship while Lebron is still in the Lakers jersey.
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The Bucks in danger of an early exit again but kudos to the team because they pushed the Pacers to OT even without Giannis. Middleton is really trying to lift up this team but Siakam, on the other hand, is just having a great playoff run (averaging 30 points). Pacers taking advantage of Ginannis' absence.
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The Bucks in danger of an early exit again but kudos to the team because they pushed the Pacers to OT even without Giannis. Middleton is really trying to lift up this team but Siakam, on the other hand, is just having a great playoff run (averaging 30 points). Pacers taking advantage of Ginannis' absence.
Lost my bet on the "under 223.5" on that hail mary shot of Middleton in the end of the regulation. I thought it could pushed to second overtime by that bucket by Middleton by luckily for the Pacers, Haliburton made that floater to seal the win for the Pacers. The Bucks will exit in this round if Giannis won't play because Siakam was just amazing for the Pacers in this series.
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The Bucks in danger of an early exit again but kudos to the team because they pushed the Pacers to OT even without Giannis. Middleton is really trying to lift up this team but Siakam, on the other hand, is just having a great playoff run (averaging 30 points). Pacers taking advantage of Ginannis' absence.
Lost my bet on the "under 223.5" on that hail mary shot of Middleton in the end of the regulation. I thought it could pushed to second overtime by that bucket by Middleton by luckily for the Pacers, Haliburton made that floater to seal the win for the Pacers. The Bucks will exit in this round if Giannis won't play because Siakam was just amazing for the Pacers in this series.
And because Giannis "might" not play in the first round, he will request for a trade this off-season because they didn't become a "COMPETITIVE" team like he expected that they will be. :D
Kidding aside, it's good that Middleton stepped up in this game to help Lillard on offense. Portis is helping the team as well both in defense and in offense. It's just that, the Pacers got the last shot because of that foul but if that didn't happen, the Bucks still have a chance to win on the road and got the lead. As for Siakam, he might not be the main scorer of the team anymore but he's helping them one way or another. Not saying that he's that amazing per se, but he's very efficient on both ends.
You know what the Bucks need to win in Game 4? They need the other Antetokounmpo in order to win. :D They need Thanasis to fill what Giannis is doing. Kidding aside, Game 3 is anybody's game and it's just that the Pacers got the last shot but TBH, anybody can win on that game. I believe that the Bucks can steal Game 4 on the road. I just hope that Giannis will be back and play in this round for them to increase the chances of winning in the series.
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The Bucks in danger of an early exit again but kudos to the team because they pushed the Pacers to OT even without Giannis. Middleton is really trying to lift up this team but Siakam, on the other hand, is just having a great playoff run (averaging 30 points). Pacers taking advantage of Ginannis' absence.
Pacers have owned the Bucks this whole season, with and without Giannis. People hear the name Giannis and believe he is just unstoppable or something. The guy is good but it's a team game, not an individual sport. The Pacers are actually a decent young team, they can run and gun with any team out there. Give them a year or 2 and they might just have them a championship.
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Give them a year or 2 and they might just have them a championship.
If the Pacers continue to do well in the playoffs, they might not need to wait another 1 or 2 years to get to the finals and try to win a title. Just looking at the results of the other teams in the Eastern Conference, I wouldn't say there is any team there that the Pacers couldn't beat. It might be the Celtics, but it looks like the Celtics already have some trouble in the first round, as well as the Bucks.
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The Bucks in danger of an early exit again but kudos to the team because they pushed the Pacers to OT even without Giannis. Middleton is really trying to lift up this team but Siakam, on the other hand, is just having a great playoff run (averaging 30 points). Pacers taking advantage of Ginannis' absence.
Pacers have owned the Bucks this whole season, with and without Giannis. People hear the name Giannis and believe he is just unstoppable or something. The guy is good but it's a team game, not an individual sport. The Pacers are actually a decent young team, they can run and gun with any team out there. Give them a year or 2 and they might just have them a championship.
Yes, I think the Pacers are really playing very well against the Bucks this season even with Giannis on the floor. Middleton though might have a difficult time to carry the team in his shoulders.
There are reports that Giannis might play in the next game we will see.
Lakers now on a do or die situation against the Nuggets in game 4. And obviously, no team has comeback from 0-3, the best thing that the Lakers is to extend the series and at least avoid a sweep.
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The Bucks in danger of an early exit again but kudos to the team because they pushed the Pacers to OT even without Giannis. Middleton is really trying to lift up this team but Siakam, on the other hand, is just having a great playoff run (averaging 30 points). Pacers taking advantage of Ginannis' absence.
Pacers have owned the Bucks this whole season, with and without Giannis. People hear the name Giannis and believe he is just unstoppable or something. The guy is good but it's a team game, not an individual sport. The Pacers are actually a decent young team, they can run and gun with any team out there. Give them a year or 2 and they might just have them a championship.
Yes, I think the Pacers are really playing very well against the Bucks this season even with Giannis on the floor. Middleton though might have a difficult time to carry the team in his shoulders.
There are reports that Giannis might play in the next game we will see.
Lakers now on a do or die situation against the Nuggets in game 4. And obviously, no team has comeback from 0-3, the best thing that the Lakers is to extend the series and at least avoid a sweep.
Pacers were 4-1 vs Bucks in the regular season. It's clear they match up well vs the Bucks.
As far as the lakers go, it will be a sweep. Lebron and AD know it's over so there is no use for them to play hard anymore. They couldn't win 4 in a row vs Denver unless Jokic got injured.
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Lakers now on a do or die situation against the Nuggets in game 4. And obviously, no team has comeback from 0-3, the best thing that the Lakers is to extend the series and at least avoid a sweep.
As usual, the Lakers now lead by 13 points going into the second half of this game 4 and we all know the pattern that the second half of each game belongs to the Nuggets so i put a few dollars on the Nuggets to win this game 4 @3.25.
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Lakers now on a do or die situation against the Nuggets in game 4. And obviously, no team has comeback from 0-3, the best thing that the Lakers is to extend the series and at least avoid a sweep.
As usual, the Lakers now lead by 13 points going into the second half of this game 4 and we all know the pattern that the second half of each game belongs to the Nuggets so i put a few dollars on the Nuggets to win this game 4 @3.25.
Well, you lost on your bet because the Lakers managed to win in Game 4 against the defending champion, Nuggets 119-108.
Jokic got a triple-double, but 4 of the Lakers' starters got double-digits, and this is the one that the Lakers needed to at least have a chance to win against the Nuggets. They don't need to rely on Lebron and AD alone on offense. It's good to see Reaves and Russell combining for 42 points and that's a big help already for the Lakers. I mean if you will look at the first 3 games, both of them are almost non-existent (excluding Russell's Game 2 of course). As for the Nuggets, they still played well on the road, but this game is really for the Lakers especially if you will see AD's numbers. 25 pts, 23 rebounds while LBJ scored 30 points.
My prediction of a sweep is gone already, but I expect the Nuggets to finish this game in Game 5.
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Lakers now on a do or die situation against the Nuggets in game 4. And obviously, no team has comeback from 0-3, the best thing that the Lakers is to extend the series and at least avoid a sweep.
As usual, the Lakers now lead by 13 points going into the second half of this game 4 and we all know the pattern that the second half of each game belongs to the Nuggets so i put a few dollars on the Nuggets to win this game 4 @3.25.
Lakers were able to keep their lead and their composure in this game mate, as much as we wanted to see a sweep, the Lakers won in this game. So at least they live another day, but they will have to travel to Denver in order to keep their season alive and it is a big task for Lebron and AD to keep the team again and force another game in Crypto.com for a game 6.
Good thing is that D'Lo and Reaves did help a lot in this game, and now only Rui is missing and didn't have double digit scoring.
Denver still with a commanding lead, and did play good here, it's that the defense of Lakers was better and then they didn't collapse like the last time.
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Lakers now on a do or die situation against the Nuggets in game 4. And obviously, no team has comeback from 0-3, the best thing that the Lakers is to extend the series and at least avoid a sweep.
As usual, the Lakers now lead by 13 points going into the second half of this game 4 and we all know the pattern that the second half of each game belongs to the Nuggets so i put a few dollars on the Nuggets to win this game 4 @3.25.
Lakers were able to keep their lead and their composure in this game mate, as much as we wanted to see a sweep, the Lakers won in this game. So at least they live another day, but they will have to travel to Denver in order to keep their season alive and it is a big task for Lebron and AD to keep the team again and force another game in Crypto.com for a game 6.
Good thing is that D'Lo and Reaves did help a lot in this game, and now only Rui is missing and didn't have double digit scoring.
Denver still with a commanding lead, and did play good here, it's that the defense of Lakers was better and then they didn't collapse like the last time.
The collapse in the third quarter that some of us expected on the Lakers didn't happen as the Lakers always had some answers on every mini-run by the Nuggets and also Lebron James exploded for 14 points just in the fourth quarter that kept the Nuggets at bay.
Yup, this is a tough hill of a climb for the Lakers and for me this series would end in game 5.
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Okay, so Giannis is still ruled out, and then Dame was also ruled out of game 4 (achilles injury). Obviously, the Pacers are the huge favorite here @1.22 Is there anyone else thinking of at least a -8.5 handicap? Or maybe risking on the Bucks with a Middleton miracle?
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Okay, so Giannis is still ruled out, and then Dame was also ruled out of game 4 (achilles injury). Obviously, the Pacers are the huge favorite here @1.22 Is there anyone else thinking of at least a -8.5 handicap? Or maybe risking on the Bucks with a Middleton miracle?
Lost my bet on that game as i thought it would be a close game until the end but the breaks of the game belongs to the Pacers. No Middleton miracle this time around as the defense of the Pacers was focused on him. If no Lillard or Giannis in the fifth game, game 5 might be the end of the Bucks.
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Okay, so Giannis is still ruled out, and then Dame was also ruled out of game 4 (achilles injury). Obviously, the Pacers are the huge favorite here @1.22 Is there anyone else thinking of at least a -8.5 handicap? Or maybe risking on the Bucks with a Middleton miracle?
Lost my bet on that game as i thought it would be a close game until the end but the breaks of the game belongs to the Pacers. No Middleton miracle this time around as the defense of the Pacers was focused on him. If no Lillard or Giannis in the fifth game, game 5 might be the end of the Bucks.
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You could have won if you picked the other side (Pacers -8.5) ;D
Anyway, the Suns are the first team to be eliminated in the playoffs via sweep. At the beginning of the series, I thought they had a fighting chance because of KD and Booker but nah. The coach keep picking his usual starters and didn't utilize the bench that much. As I have before, I thought he needed to switch it up a bit more to confuse the Wolves. IT could have been the better option than Beal to support their two superstars but he barely played.
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As expected, the Lakers is now eliminated in the playoffs via that clutch shot by Jamal Murray once again. Kudos to the Lakers for giving the Nuggets a run for their money, that was one hell of a series and it seems to some of the fans that it was the championship game as their are many fans are rooting for the Lakers to win the series.
Wolves vs Nuggets is a series to watch and i'm more inclined that the Wolves will this match-up.
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Great series. Final Nuggets shot was almost the same as game 2, ISO for Murray with Jokic setting screen for a potential pick and roll.
Another thing that change the game was Gordon's offensive rebound that lead to Murray's three (for a 2-point lead) with one minute remaining was huge for the Nuggets. Lebron was trying to box him out but he still managed to get it.
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Wolves vs Nuggets is a series to watch and i'm more inclined that the Wolves will this match-up.
The Nuggets-Wolves series will probably be one of the most interesting and unpredictable series this playoffs. On the one hand, the Nuggets have Jokic, who often makes triple-doubles, and Murray, who has been scoring well and making buzzer-beaters lately. On the other hand, the Wolves have KAT, who often makes double-doubles, and Edwards, who scores 30-40 points per game.
Honestly, I'm not sure which of these two teams will make it to the Western Conference Finals yet.
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Honestly, I'm not sure which of these two teams will make it to the Western Conference Finals yet.
Yeah, it's unpredictable. They are also even in the regular seasons (each with 1 win as a visitor). For game 1, the Nuggets are the favorite @1.49 to Wolves @2.7. I guess that's because of the home court advantage (elevation). I think the Wolves can get at least 2 games in this series.
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Honestly, I'm not sure which of these two teams will make it to the Western Conference Finals yet.
Yeah, it's unpredictable. They are also even in the regular seasons (each with 1 win as a visitor). For game 1, the Nuggets are the favorite @1.49 to Wolves @2.7. I guess that's because of the home court advantage (elevation). I think the Wolves can get at least 2 games in this series.
Yes, it's because of the homecourt advantage of the Nuggets, and least we forget they are the defending champion, so all roads lead to them. But this is going to be a good series, however, Nuggets has some of the advantage like the experience and the mentality of the champion. So it's going to be very hard for the Wolves unless ANT really transform to MJ because he has been compare to the GOAT with his performance. We will see Jokic being challenge more by Gobert and KAT. And then Gordon be assigned to guard ANT.
So overall a good series but in the end I think the Nuggets are going to win this series.
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Knicks vs Sixers:
Maxey can't hit those free throws but on the other hand couldn't miss those crucial 3's, what a game this is.
The Knicks have the chance to extend this series if they win this game via overtime.
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And the Sixers won the game and extended the series, wow what a game, I thought the Knicks would send the Sixers packing for vacation. Maxey was clutch in the end game.
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A close game between Cavs and Magic for the pivotal game 5 at Cleveland. This series seems to be all about protecting their own ground as all wins by both teams were at home.
Banchero's last 3-point shot came a little too late, he already missed a couple in the final 2 minutes and that could have been the difference from losing to winning.
Props to Mobley for making 4 crucial points in last 2 minutes and, more importantly, the block on Wagner with 5 seconds remaining.
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Los Angeles Lakers was knocked out yesterday by the,defending champions Denver nuggets, in the Western conference.
For me I think LeBron James feature in Lakers is over. What is your thought on that?
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Los Angeles Lakers was knocked out yesterday by the,defending champions Denver nuggets, in the Western conference.
For me I think LeBron James feature in Lakers is over. What is your thought on that?
LeBron has a player option in his contract for next season. So he can either stay with the Lakers for one more season, go to another team, or even end his career. Basically, LeBron has achieved almost everything he could achieve in the NBA during his career, and I'm not sure he's still motivated to keep going.
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I just checked the odds for Heat vs. Celtics and the bookies really expect the Celtics will win with odds @1.09 ;D I don't have a problem with that but who else thinks the Heat will try to extend the series and keep the game as close as possible? Even though JJJ will be out for game 5, I still find the handicap Heat +12.5 @2.1 as generous.
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Los Angeles Lakers was knocked out yesterday by the,defending champions Denver nuggets, in the Western conference.
For me I think LeBron James feature in Lakers is over. What is your thought on that?
He was asked in an interview regarding that matter and he refused to answer that question so we can say that he might be thinking really hard this off-season on his basketball career. For me, Lebron still has it to play one or two more seasons before hanging his jersey for good.
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He was asked in an interview regarding that matter and he refused to answer that question so we can say that he might be thinking really hard this off-season on his basketball career. For me, Lebron still has it to play one or two more seasons before hanging his jersey for good.
If we look at his stats for this regular season, we can see that his numbers aren't much different from what he had in previous seasons. By the way, this season, he averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. That's impressive because he had the exact same stats nine years ago. So yeah, he can definitely play a couple more seasons or even more if he has the desire.
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Meanwhile, all remaining first-round playoff series are 3-2. :o
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He was asked in an interview regarding that matter and he refused to answer that question so we can say that he might be thinking really hard this off-season on his basketball career. For me, Lebron still has it to play one or two more seasons before hanging his jersey for good.
If we look at his stats for this regular season, we can see that his numbers aren't much different from what he had in previous seasons. By the way, this season, he averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. That's impressive because he had the exact same stats nine years ago. So yeah, he can definitely play a couple more seasons or even more if he has the desire.
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Meanwhile, all remaining first-round playoff series are 3-2. :o
I am a Lebron hater and would love to see him retire. IMO he is bad for basketball and is teaching the younger players to be divas. No point in even hiring a coach for any team he is on becasue he just does what he wants. He also cries for a foul on nearly every bucket he misses. Just play the damn game man.
In other news, the knicks will likely finish off Philly next game, the Mavs will finish off LA next game, Indy should finish off the Bucks unless Giannis and Dame are back, and its a toss up on Cleveland vs Orlando.
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He also cries for a foul on nearly every bucket he misses. Just play the damn game man.
This. He also complains in his interviews if they don't get the calls and acts ignorant if it's the other way around. "I think they fouled and we didn't" (something like that) is what he said when there was a huge gap in free throws in their favor.
In other news, the knicks will likely finish off Philly next game, the Mavs will finish off LA next game, Indy should finish off the Bucks unless Giannis and Dame are back, and its a toss up on Cleveland vs Orlando.
I can agree that Cavs and the Magic is the toughest one to predict.
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He was asked in an interview regarding that matter and he refused to answer that question so we can say that he might be thinking really hard this off-season on his basketball career. For me, Lebron still has it to play one or two more seasons before hanging his jersey for good.
If we look at his stats for this regular season, we can see that his numbers aren't much different from what he had in previous seasons. By the way, this season, he averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. That's impressive because he had the exact same stats nine years ago. So yeah, he can definitely play a couple more seasons or even more if he has the desire.
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Meanwhile, all remaining first-round playoff series are 3-2. :o
I am a Lebron hater and would love to see him retire. IMO he is bad for basketball and is teaching the younger players to be divas. No point in even hiring a coach for any team he is on becasue he just does what he wants. He also cries for a foul on nearly every bucket he misses. Just play the damn game man.
I'm not a Lebron fan nor a hater of him, but this is the reason why for me, he isn't the GOAT.
During the regular season, many don't know this but he also got a triple-double stats. He is triple double in cries, flops and him being a Le-GM for the team.
Hope you got my point, but that's the truth. He cries a lot with missed calls, he also flops a lot (although this season, it's fewer than the season before this season), and he's using his power too much that it affected the whole team. Just imagine if their roster where they won a title in the bubble remained the same, they might win back-to-back TBH. Anyway, I agree with what you said but not a hater of him, and whatever happens, he will be in the Hall of Fame soon, and many sees him as their GOAT.
In other news, the knicks will likely finish off Philly next game, the Mavs will finish off LA next game, Indy should finish off the Bucks unless Giannis and Dame are back, and its a toss up on Cleveland vs Orlando.
There will be Game 7 between Knicks and Philly, and I believe that Philly will win in Game 6 "IF" Maxey will play the same when they won in Game 5. As for Indiana/Milwaukee, I also believe that the Pacers will end this series in their home, and Giannis will be disappointed again because they didn't became the "competitive" team that he wanted to, but the reality is, they aren't ever since they acquired Lillard and his injury right before the playoff starts also affected the whole team. Cleveland/Orlando is for me the series that I don't watch for unknown reasons. :D
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He was asked in an interview regarding that matter and he refused to answer that question so we can say that he might be thinking really hard this off-season on his basketball career. For me, Lebron still has it to play one or two more seasons before hanging his jersey for good.
If we look at his stats for this regular season, we can see that his numbers aren't much different from what he had in previous seasons. By the way, this season, he averaged 25.7 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.3 assists per game. That's impressive because he had the exact same stats nine years ago. So yeah, he can definitely play a couple more seasons or even more if he has the desire.
p.s.
Meanwhile, all remaining first-round playoff series are 3-2. :o
I am a Lebron hater and would love to see him retire. IMO he is bad for basketball and is teaching the younger players to be divas. No point in even hiring a coach for any team he is on becasue he just does what he wants. He also cries for a foul on nearly every bucket he misses. Just play the damn game man.
I'm not a Lebron fan nor a hater of him, but this is the reason why for me, he isn't the GOAT.
During the regular season, many don't know this but he also got a triple-double stats. He is triple double in cries, flops and him being a Le-GM for the team.
Hope you got my point, but that's the truth. He cries a lot with missed calls, he also flops a lot (although this season, it's fewer than the season before this season), and he's using his power too much that it affected the whole team. Just imagine if their roster where they won a title in the bubble remained the same, they might win back-to-back TBH. Anyway, I agree with what you said but not a hater of him, and whatever happens, he will be in the Hall of Fame soon, and many sees him as their GOAT.
In other news, the knicks will likely finish off Philly next game, the Mavs will finish off LA next game, Indy should finish off the Bucks unless Giannis and Dame are back, and its a toss up on Cleveland vs Orlando.
There will be Game 7 between Knicks and Philly, and I believe that Philly will win in Game 6 "IF" Maxey will play the same when they won in Game 5. As for Indiana/Milwaukee, I also believe that the Pacers will end this series in their home, and Giannis will be disappointed again because they didn't became the "competitive" team that he wanted to, but the reality is, they aren't ever since they acquired Lillard and his injury right before the playoff starts also affected the whole team. Cleveland/Orlando is for me the series that I don't watch for unknown reasons. :D
Embiid is fragile and will try real hard in game 6 but will come up short. Maxey won't shoot the lights out like he did in game 5 either. It's over for Philly. If the Knicks would have foulded instead of letting Maxey shoot a 3, the series would already be over.
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Too bad I was not able to bet on game 6 of Pacers vs. Sixers because I missed the time. Anyway, with Pacers already 20 points ahead with just 8 minutes remaining in the 4th quarter, I don't expect any miracle happening here. The Bucks' season is over and Giannis gonna be requesting for a trade after (or not ;D)
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Too bad I was not able to bet on game 6 of Pacers vs. Sixers because I missed the time. Anyway, with Pacers already 20 points ahead with just 8 minutes remaining in the 4th quarter, I don't expect any miracle happening here. The Bucks' season is over and Giannis gonna be requesting for a trade after (or not ;D)
I was able to bet for the Bucks with +9.5 handicap when the Pacers were ahead by 10 points in the second quarter. I was thinking that this would be a close game since Lillard was already playing but i was wrong, they were blown out in the second half and the game was no near close.
I hope Giannis will stay with the Bucks and maybe they should trade Lillard, he is a liability on defense.
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I was able to bet for the Bucks with +9.5 handicap when the Pacers were ahead by 10 points in the second quarter. I was thinking that this would be a close game since Lillard was already playing but i was wrong, they were blown out in the second half and the game was no near close.
I hope Giannis will stay with the Bucks and maybe they should trade Lillard, he is a liability on defense.
Well, the outcome of this series is a clear example that even if the team finished the regular season at the top of the standings, it actually means nothing and doesn't guarantee success in the playoffs. As for Giannis and Dame, I think both will stay with the Bucks for at least one more season.
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The ending of the Knicks vs. Sixers series was wild. It was truly a battle of attrition and too bad that Embiid wasn't there (fouled out) to play it until the last minute. Anyway, what's your strategy for the semis (Knicks vs. Pacers)?
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I hope Giannis will stay with the Bucks and maybe they should trade Lillard, he is a liability on defense.
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As for Giannis and Dame, I think both will stay with the Bucks for at least one more season.
Yeah, I guess one more season for the duo to give them more time to blend. It will be interesting to see who will be on trading block after the season is over. I have a feeling Middleton will be up for a trade too.
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The ending of the Knicks vs. Sixers series was wild. It was truly a battle of attrition and too bad that Embiid wasn't there (fouled out) to play it until the last minute. Anyway, what's your strategy for the semis (Knicks vs. Pacers)?
Knicks will defeat the Pacers possible in 5 games.
For me, the Sixers are a better team than the Pacers. The Sixers just went down to 7th seed because Embiid got injured, and missed a lot of games. If he wasn't injured at that time, the Sixers might retain that 4th seed or they might get even higher seed. The series between the Knicks and the Sixers is just one of the most exciting series that we will see this playoffs. It might went to overtime TBH if they didn't decide to double team Brunson. Unfortunately, Hart was left wide open hence, hitting that three to seal the deal.
Predictions? Knicks in 5 games. Pacers might be one of the best offensive teams right now, but they're also one of the worst defensive teams in the regular season.
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I hope Giannis will stay with the Bucks and maybe they should trade Lillard, he is a liability on defense.
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As for Giannis and Dame, I think both will stay with the Bucks for at least one more season.
Yeah, I guess one more season for the duo to give them more time to blend. It will be interesting to see who will be on trading block after the season is over. I have a feeling Middleton will be up for a trade too.
As much as we've heard Giannis that he will ask for a trade if the Bucks will not be a competitive team this season, I also believe that he will stay. After all, the results might've been different if him and Lillard played together. If Giannis was healthy, they might win the series. Anyway, I also believe that he will stay, and play with Lillard. They will not change their coach as well despite their performance on the playoffs.
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Lebron to GSW talks are increasing quite a lot. Kerr is the type of coach that would be good for Lebron I am sure of that, he had very few times in his career when he was coached by someone great, and Curry will be there, which would benefit them a lot. The only issue is that they can't keep all three stars they currently have AND also get Lebron. Draymond and Klay would be hard to keep, Lebron would not get like some minimum wage, just to be there. He will want max, and that would be like 50-60 million a year at least if I am not wrong. Curry and Him already cover the salary cap, so it wouldn't be possible to get more. And I do not think that Draymond or Klay would accept minimum wage neither. So this deal is all depending on who Warriors wants to get, do they want Lebron, or do they want to keep the same trio?
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I'm going with the Orlando Magic -3.5 against the Cavs. The game will be at their homecourt, so I think they will have the advantage. This series though is very close and we thought that the Magic is done when they got themselves as 0-2 hole.
But now they have comeback, and they almost steal one from the Cavs homecourt the last game.
Game is about to start in less than 10 minutes, and I might sit and watch this game and cheer for the Magic not just to win but to cover this spread. For the Clippers vs Mavs, hard to predict so I will skip that one although I wanted for the Mavs to move on the second round and face OKC.
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I'm going with the Orlando Magic -3.5 against the Cavs. The game will be at their homecourt, so I think they will have the advantage. This series though is very close and we thought that the Magic is done when they got themselves as 0-2 hole.
But now they have comeback, and they almost steal one from the Cavs homecourt the last game.
Game is about to start in less than 10 minutes, and I might sit and watch this game and cheer for the Magic not just to win but to cover this spread. For the Clippers vs Mavs, hard to predict so I will skip that one although I wanted for the Mavs to move on the second round and face OKC.
Midway in the third quarter now for the Magic vs Cavs game bro and the Cavs is now leading by 7 points as Garland and Mitchel are getting buckets, hard to depend those duo, hope that the Magic will come back and win this game and also cover the spread as i am also betting for them.
For the Mavs vs Clippers, i bet for the Mavs to end this series now.
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I'm going with the Orlando Magic -3.5 against the Cavs. The game will be at their homecourt, so I think they will have the advantage. This series though is very close and we thought that the Magic is done when they got themselves as 0-2 hole.
But now they have comeback, and they almost steal one from the Cavs homecourt the last game.
Game is about to start in less than 10 minutes, and I might sit and watch this game and cheer for the Magic not just to win but to cover this spread. For the Clippers vs Mavs, hard to predict so I will skip that one although I wanted for the Mavs to move on the second round and face OKC.
I put Magic at -5.5 before the game, and because of Carter's free throws, I won on that bet. :D
I'm betting again after months of not gambling. Just for this playoff I guess. :D
Anyway, the Magic won and forced a Game 7 103-96. Mitchell made a record even though they lost as he holds the highest number of points in a series-clincher game with 50 points. He also scored all 18 points of the Cleveland's points in the 4th quarter which is what I don't want about them. They're focusing on one player the whole quarter. It's a 1 Vs. all match on 4th quarter already. I mean they still have 4 players that can shoot especially Garland. Why give it all on Mitchell? Anyway, they lost, and they need to defend their home to clinch into the Semis and will face the Celtics.
We know already that in this series, whoever has the homecourt wins the game. Will this streak continue, or the Magic will break it and upset the Cavaliers on their home?
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There's a circulating report that Lebron, I mean Lakers, fired coach Ham and the entire coaching staff after getting eliminated in the first round. Is there anyone surprised by this news? Definitely a few if there were. They should remove whoever is responsible for trading too.
On Magic's win over the Cavs (game 6), the series really turned out to be a battle of the home courts.
On Mavs vs. Clippers (game 6), not over yet but it looks like another blowout win for the Mavs. I think the Clippers early exit is more embarrassing than the Lakers.
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On Mavs vs. Clippers (game 6), not over yet but it looks like another blowout win for the Mavs. I think the Clippers early exit is more embarrassing than the Lakers.
It's final, the Clippers is on vacation mode hehe but i do disagree that the Clippers exit is more embarrassing than that of the Lakers because the Clippers is battling player injuries and also the Mavs is really a tough opponent to beat. This year's version of the Mavs have the high chance of making it to the finals at least for me.
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On Mavs vs. Clippers (game 6), not over yet but it looks like another blowout win for the Mavs. I think the Clippers early exit is more embarrassing than the Lakers.
It's final, the Clippers is on vacation mode hehe but i do disagree that the Clippers exit is more embarrassing than that of the Lakers because the Clippers is battling player injuries and also the Mavs is really a tough opponent to beat. This year's version of the Mavs have the high chance of making it to the finals at least for me.
Bad that I skipped this one, but all good, yeah, Luka + Irving, it's like watching Lebron and Irving during their Cavs day. You can see the Luka really appreciates Kyrie as a team mate.
I'm going with the Orlando Magic -3.5 against the Cavs. The game will be at their homecourt, so I think they will have the advantage. This series though is very close and we thought that the Magic is done when they got themselves as 0-2 hole.
But now they have comeback, and they almost steal one from the Cavs homecourt the last game.
Game is about to start in less than 10 minutes, and I might sit and watch this game and cheer for the Magic not just to win but to cover this spread. For the Clippers vs Mavs, hard to predict so I will skip that one although I wanted for the Mavs to move on the second round and face OKC.
I put Magic at -5.5 before the game, and because of Carter's free throws, I won on that bet. :D
I'm betting again after months of not gambling. Just for this playoff I guess. :D
+1 to you mate, yeah, I was even thinking to go as high as -4.5, but at @1.89, it's already attractive so I will take it anytime of the day.
Series is now tied to 3-3 and going back to Cavs homecourt, so let's see. Mitchell monstrous game with 50 points but he didn't have any good support specially in the 4th quarter.
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Great opening to the series for the Wolves as they steal one from Denver's home court. Congrats to those who bet on them, I forgot to check the odds here but the Nuggets were most likely the slight favorite. The rival fans (Lakers) are probably celebrating right now and I've also seen some switching to the Los Angeles Timberwolves ;D (I cannot find the it but someone made a Laker logo with a howling wolf on it)
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Great opening to the series for the Wolves as they steal one from Denver's home court. Congrats to those who bet on them, I forgot to check the odds here but the Nuggets were most likely the slight favorite. The rival fans (Lakers) are probably celebrating right now and I've also seen some switching to the Los Angeles Timberwolves ;D (I cannot find the it but someone made a Laker logo with a howling wolf on it)
It's +4.5 @1.95 for the Wolves as per my local sports bookies but i have not bet for the Wolves yet as i'm still observing game 1 if the Wolves have an answer for the duo of Murray and Jokic. Gobert and KAT were having problems guarding Jokic but luckily for them they have Naz Reid who defended him well and also contributed big on the offensive end.
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Great opening to the series for the Wolves as they steal one from Denver's home court. Congrats to those who bet on them, I forgot to check the odds here but the Nuggets were most likely the slight favorite. The rival fans (Lakers) are probably celebrating right now and I've also seen some switching to the Los Angeles Timberwolves ;D (I cannot find the it but someone made a Laker logo with a howling wolf on it)
This Timberwolves team right now is very different from last season. When these 2 faced each other, the Nuggets easily won on the series 4-1. Now they stole one on the road. It seems like the Nuggets must watch out because the Wolves are coming.
They have nothing to stop ANT and even in the first round, he's just unstoppable. He got his playoff-career high 43 points in this game, and shot 17/29. Jokic almost got a triple-double as well, but Murray's performance is the one that went down. 17 points with 6/14 shooting only. I hope he will make some adjustments because the Timberwolves are also one of the best defensive teams in the league. On the other hand, the Nuggets need to at least lessen the production of Edwards because if he plays like this all throughout the season, I'm afraid they might lose to them.
Anyway, congratulations to the Timberwolves for stealing one on the road. In a few hours from now, we will see the Magic and the Cavaliers facing each other. I already put my bet on the Cavaliers because of the trend of "whoever has the home court wins the game" in this series. :D
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Great opening to the series for the Wolves as they steal one from Denver's home court. Congrats to those who bet on them, I forgot to check the odds here but the Nuggets were most likely the slight favorite. The rival fans (Lakers) are probably celebrating right now and I've also seen some switching to the Los Angeles Timberwolves ;D (I cannot find the it but someone made a Laker logo with a howling wolf on it)
It's +4.5 @1.95 for the Wolves as per my local sports bookies but i have not bet for the Wolves yet as i'm still observing game 1 if the Wolves have an answer for the duo of Murray and Jokic. Gobert and KAT were having problems guarding Jokic but luckily for them they have Naz Reid who defended him well and also contributed big on the offensive end.
And we have seen game 1 already and it was dominated by the Wolves. I never thought that the Wolves are going to steal game 1 from them, but ANT plays Jordan like again, with his fadeaway and no one can stop him.
Although Murray also played well in my opinion, but it was ANT who takes over the game.
The Cavs advance to the next round by defeating the Magic, so it will be Cavs vs the Boston. And most likely the Boston Celtics are going to go for the East finals.
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The Cavs advance to the next round by defeating the Magic, so it will be Cavs vs the Boston. And most likely the Boston Celtics are going to go for the East finals.
Yeah, in terms of offense, Celtics definitely have the advantage but the Cavs are a pretty good defensive team as well.
In this series, I'm looking at the lines for total score as it looks like it's going to be low again. Both teams will probably average bellow 110 points.
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The Cavs advance to the next round by defeating the Magic, so it will be Cavs vs the Boston. And most likely the Boston Celtics are going to go for the East finals.
Yeah, in terms of offense, Celtics definitely have the advantage but the Cavs are a pretty good defensive team as well.
In this series, I'm looking at the lines for total score as it looks like it's going to be low again. Both teams will probably average bellow 110 points.
I feel like Boston is going to look to make a statement in this series. Porzingas will be out, but that's not going to make a difference. Tatum and Brown are going to come on strong.
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Anyway, congratulations to the Timberwolves for stealing one on the road.
Game 2 of this series will be in the next few hours, do you think the Wolves could duplicate their performance in game 1 and steal game 2 again? I have a hard time choosing on whom to bet because the spread is quite high with -5.5 for Denver Nuggets. For sure the Nuggets will make some adjustments and will try to contain the Ant man.
edit: have bet for Denver -7.5 @1.92, Rudy Gobert is out for the Wolves to attend to his wife who is giving birth to their first child.
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Damn, I think everyone would agree that nobody expected what the Wolves are doing to the Nuggets right now. No Gobert? No problem (so far). KAT and ANT are playing with great confidence and I don't think the Nuggets can recover from 20+ points with just 1 quarter remaining. Not with Murray and Jokic's poor shooting.
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Damn, I think everyone would agree that nobody expected what the Wolves are doing to the Nuggets right now. No Gobert? No problem (so far). KAT and ANT are playing with great confidence and I don't think the Nuggets can recover from 20+ points with just 1 quarter remaining. Not with Murray and Jokic's poor shooting.
Yeah, I never expect that the Wolves will be up 2-0 and win at the Ball Arena and Jokic and Murray has no answer. ANT is really playing very well in this playoff, and who knows, maybe another sweep are in the air right now, hehehe.
But let's see how the Nuggets are going to adjust in game 3, they will be in a hostile crowd so very difficult to score when everyone is against you. But they are the defending champs and for sure they are being tested by the Wolves and see how they are going to respond.
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Damn, I think everyone would agree that nobody expected what the Wolves are doing to the Nuggets right now. No Gobert? No problem (so far). KAT and ANT are playing with great confidence and I don't think the Nuggets can recover from 20+ points with just 1 quarter remaining. Not with Murray and Jokic's poor shooting.
They just got overwhelmed by the suffocating defense of the Timberwolves. I don't know if this is the correct term, but they got exposed in this one. Well, this is why the Wolves have the best defensive rating in the regular season. This is the reason.
TBH, I completely underestimated the Wolves, and I thought that this will end in 5 games at least favoring the Nuggets, but I'm completely wrong. If you're superstar duo is shooting only 8/31 from the field the whole game, there is a problem already. Their 3 main scorers in last series against the Lakers namely Jokic, Murray and MPJ got completely shut down in the first 2 games. Gordon, who isn't an offensive threat, is their top scorer with 20 points.
With what we saw in Game 2, I will not be surprised anymore if this will end up in a sweep or at least in a gentlemen sweep (5 games). Kind of disappointing if you're a Nuggets fan, but that's how good the Timberwolves is in terms of defense.
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It's impressive how the young Thunders team aren't intimidated at all. The Mav's Irving and Doncic duo will have a tough time beating the scoring distribution of the Thunders.
For Game 3, Nuggets are lucky that Murray was only fined $100K for throwing stuffs in game 2 and was not slapped with a suspension.
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It's impressive how the young Thunders team aren't intimidated at all. The Mav's Irving and Doncic duo will have a tough time beating the scoring distribution of the Thunders.
Bad shooting night for Luka while 3's from the Thunder were falling in the third canto thus giving them some sort of separation. Hope that game 2 will be a bit competitive with Luka hitting those trademark step back 3's. Lost my bet on the Mavs but will still back on them on game 2.
For Game 3, Nuggets are lucky that Murray was only fined $100K for throwing stuffs in game 2 and was not slapped with a suspension.
That throwing of a heat pack should be sanctioned at least by a suspension hehe but it's good that they let him play so as to not take away the merit from the Wolves when they beat the Nuggets in game 3.
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It's impressive how the young Thunders team aren't intimidated at all. The Mav's Irving and Doncic duo will have a tough time beating the scoring distribution of the Thunders.
For Game 3, Nuggets are lucky that Murray was only fined $100K for throwing stuffs in game 2 and was not slapped with a suspension.
Yes, that offense is already a big offense as anyone could get hurt by this throwing of the ice pack and someone can get injured. But I guess the NBA balance itself, we are in the playoff and Murray being suspended will be like giving the game to the Wolves and the NBA doesn't want to interfere with that, albeit it's a big hefty fine at $100k.
Pacers vs New York Knicks game 2, NYK for me, -4.5 @1.87. Goodluck to all NBA bettors.
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It's impressive how the young Thunders team aren't intimidated at all. The Mav's Irving and Doncic duo will have a tough time beating the scoring distribution of the Thunders.
For Game 3, Nuggets are lucky that Murray was only fined $100K for throwing stuffs in game 2 and was not slapped with a suspension.
I mean just imagine if Murray was suspended just because of his frustration caused by the Timberwolves' defenders on him. :D For sure this series will end up in a sweep.
I don't know, but I think it's his first time to experience being defended like that that's why he got frustrated hence, threw that heat pad on the court.
BROOM BROOM INCOMING!!! The chances of Nuggets getting swept is pretty high especially if they don't make adjustments on how they are being defended by the Timberwolves. I mean almost all of them are good defenders. From their PG to SG to every position and also their role players are good defenders as well. If the Nuggets will not make some adjustments to how they are being defended, I'm afraid they might get swept, and if that's the case, the Nuggets will be the 6th team in NBA history that got swept after winning the title in the previous season.
Anyway as for the Thunder, they aren't the first seed for no reason. They have good defender, good playmaker, good rim protector and tons of shooters from their starter to their role players. I mean they have it all, and TBH, I'm having a hard time thinking who will win the Western Conference. Is it the Thunder or the Timberwolves. :D
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Pacers vs New York Knicks game 2, NYK for me, -4.5 @1.87. Goodluck to all NBA bettors.
Good call. I was planning to bet on Knicks after the first half but got busy with some work. The next thing I know, it's all over.
Anyway, it must be tough for the Pacers allowing 3 players to score almost 30 points (28-28-29). The Knicks starters delivered big time in this game.
Siakam needs to do better, they can't win with him going for 7 of 18 shots.
Jokic won another MVP award. Maybe he'll get an extra motivation now because it will be a shame if his team exits winning none or just 1 in the semis.