[NBA] Unofficial Discussion Thread

[Harkorede]

It's a tricky game, but I'm currently more tilted towards the Lakers here, provided Luka Doncic and Lebron are playing, I'm still somewhat skeptical about the Warriors lately, the way they struggle to get their offense going without Steph is concerning. The Lakers are also at home, so some sort of extra motivation as usual.

This is a 50-50 game for me but i do inclined on betting for the Lakers as they have the home court advantage plus the duo of Lebron and Luka might poses some problems to the Warriors. Hope it will not rain 3's from the Warriors tonight though.

Warriors were head above shoulders the better team, and Baofeng was the only that seemed to have made the right decision, Steph Curry with 37 points, when he’s contributing that much they Warriors will remain a threat.

The first few minutes into the game the Lakers looked solid with their approach, but towards the end of the quarter was when things began to fall apart and Warriors just wouldn’t look back after that run.

[Baofeng]

It's a tricky game, but I'm currently more tilted towards the Lakers here, provided Luka Doncic and Lebron are playing, I'm still somewhat skeptical about the Warriors lately, the way they struggle to get their offense going without Steph is concerning. The Lakers are also at home, so some sort of extra motivation as usual.

This is a 50-50 game for me but i do inclined on betting for the Lakers as they have the home court advantage plus the duo of Lebron and Luka might poses some problems to the Warriors. Hope it will not rain 3's from the Warriors tonight though.

Warriors were head above shoulders the better team, and Baofeng was the only that seemed to have made the right decision, Steph Curry with 37 points, when he’s contributing that much they Warriors will remain a threat.

The first few minutes into the game the Lakers looked solid with their approach, but towards the end of the quarter was when things began to fall apart and Warriors just wouldn’t look back after that run.

Nah, I just got lucky here mate, although I saw how the game will turn out that Curry will have at least 30 points because there's no one can guard him in the Lakers lineup. And that he will carry the team. However, I thought it will be Jimmy to help in offense but it was Podz who has one of his crazy night like a prime Klay Thompson.

I don't know but it looks like Luka is off tonight, he had one crucial turn over there when Green strip him of that ball. But in the end, it's a was a great ball, March Madness atmosphere, hehehe.

[Jating]

I think everyone really enjoy the game between the Warriors and the Lakers, although most of you bet on the Lakers to win. Steph Curry still leads the Warriors with his shooting same with Podz here. What I noticed though is that why Reddick didn't take advantage and play Jaxson Hayes against the smaller line up of the Warriors? Anyhow, three's in the last minute of so, they just exchange and the first one to blink is going to lose the game. Reaves and Podz though has a big game here, but in the end, defense play a key role and Warriors eventually won the game.

[LogitechMouse]

I think everyone really enjoy the game between the Warriors and the Lakers, although most of you bet on the Lakers to win. Steph Curry still leads the Warriors with his shooting same with Podz here. What I noticed though is that why Reddick didn't take advantage and play Jaxson Hayes against the smaller line up of the Warriors? Anyhow, three's in the last minute of so, they just exchange and the first one to blink is going to lose the game. Reaves and Podz though has a big game here, but in the end, defense play a key role and Warriors eventually won the game.

It's good that the Warriors have young players that are developing and we are seeing it already in Moody, Podz, Kuminga, and even their rookie big, Quentin Post which is a big help for the team as well.

I think the reason why they don't want took that advantage because the small ball line-up of the Warriors will just focus on shooting threes, and in that game, the Warriors are red-hot in the three-point area. Putting him will put the Lakers at a disadvantage since they will be slower from that on. Well, it's a good game for both teams, and for sure, fans are happy to watch the rivalry between Lebron and Steph.

[dwyane36]

Well, it's a good game for both teams, and for sure, fans are happy to watch the rivalry between Lebron and Steph.

Fans would be even happier if tickets for the Warriors vs. Lakers game were cheaper. The other day, I saw information in the media that the minimum ticket price for the last game was $300. To be honest, this price is obviously overpriced, and it's even hard to imagine how much tickets will cost if the Warriors and Lakers meet each other in the playoffs.

[Jating]

I like the Rockets vs OKC game, it was really a good battle and it's obvious that Udoka strategy works here and it's really scary. He had Sengun and Adams at the same time and so OKC had a hard time containing Sengun already and then Adams for follow up and defensive rebounds.

So Chet was the big guy to guard this two and so he really had to play hard. And then the consistent inconsistent Jalen Green if we can call it that way. Reverse dunk, and then Amen was able to contained SGA here. So for those who think that Houston is going to be a easy opponent in the first round, well this game has proven them wrong.

[Baofeng]

Here's my bet,

Knicks vs Hawks - Knicks -3.5 @1.91
Heat vs Bucks - Under 215.5 @1.88
Mavs vs Clippers - Mavs +9.5 @1.80

Good luck, to us

Knicks vs Hawks is too early for my timezone so probably when I wake up, this game is done already.

[Baofeng]

Here's my bet,

Knicks vs Hawks - Knicks -3.5 @1.91
Heat vs Bucks - Under 215.5 @1.88
Mavs vs Clippers - Mavs +9.5 @1.80

Good luck, to us

Knicks vs Hawks is too early for my timezone so probably when I wake up, this game is done already.

Damn, I should have stick with my original beat. I initially created a 4 legged multi bet with a 4.x odds.

But I decided not to with that one and put this beat instead and go for singles. So just 1 out 3 for me, 

[Harkorede]

We got Oklahoma City Thunder vs Lakers coming up in a couple of minutes, I think this is the most interesting match up today for me, at least amongst the early tipoff that are available, I'd surely be watching this one, although I'm not placing any bet on the match, simply because I'd rather just watch an enjoy with no emotions whatsoever attached. I'd be looking at another match up later, perhaps Nuggets vs Pacer to bet on, just waiting to see who's playing and who isn't.

[bisdak40]

We got Oklahoma City Thunder vs Lakers coming up in a couple of minutes, I think this is the most interesting match up today for me, at least amongst the early tipoff that are available, I'd surely be watching this one, although I'm not placing any bet on the match, simply because I'd rather just watch an enjoy with no emotions whatsoever attached. I'd be looking at another match up later, perhaps Nuggets vs Pacer to bet on, just waiting to see who's playing and who isn't.

If i'm correct, the Lakers are 2-0 against the Thunder this season and it seems that Luka has the template on how to beat the number one team on the NBA right now . I didn't place a bet on that game as i have doubt on the Lakers beating the Thunder hehe.

For tonight's bet i'll be backing the Heat to win and cover this a bit high spread.

[Harkorede]

If i'm correct, the Lakers are 2-0 against the Thunder this season and it seems that Luka has the template on how to beat the number one team on the NBA right now . I didn't place a bet on that game as i have doubt on the Lakers beating the Thunder hehe.

For tonight's bet i'll be backing the Heat to win and cover this a bit high spread.

Yeah, it would seem as though Luka Doncic is the secret to beating OKC Thunder, both teams would be facing each other up next again, I guess we’ll see if the Luka bullying Okc Thunder trend will continue.

For tonight, I’m staying clear of the NBA and following the NCAA March Madness Championship game between Houston Cougars and Florida Gators instead, I have a bet that includes the Gators ML,

Good luck!

[LogitechMouse]

Yeah, it would seem as though Luka Doncic is the secret to beating OKC Thunder, both teams would be facing each other up next again, I guess we’ll see if the Luka bullying Okc Thunder trend will continue.

For tonight, I’m staying clear of the NBA and following the NCAA March Madness Championship game between Houston Cougars and Florida Gators instead, I have a bet that includes the Gators ML,

Good luck!

Last season, the Mavericks defeated the Thunder in 6 games in the playoffs and Luka played really well on that series. This time, he's on LA, and it seems like he knows what to do when he's being defended by both Dort, and Wallace.

Now they have Caruso as their defender as well, but it doesn't really matter. Luka knows how to defeat the Thunder, and I will not be surprised if the Lakers will defeat the Thunder when they matched up. The problem that I'm seeing though is how will be the Lakers drive into the paint when the Thunder have both Hartenstein and Holmgren in the court. They can go small ball and shoot threes, but that will only work if the Lakers are shooting red-hot from three.

As for the NCAA, Florida won the title against Houston. I'm not watching NCAA games, but I put a bet on it. Houston got the chance to tie or win but made a crucial mistake causing their only opportunity to waste.

[Harkorede]

As for the NCAA, Florida won the title against Houston. I'm not watching NCAA games, but I put a bet on it. Houston got the chance to tie or win but made a crucial mistake causing their only opportunity to waste.

Yeah, it looked Florida Gators' title after Duke got eliminated, but for what it's worth Houston Cougars tried pretty well too, they had the lead at halftime and you were right, they also had a chance to either tie or snatch the game with a 3 pointer, just that they were unable to execute the final possession and Gators were able to secure the win.

[dwyane36]

If i'm correct, the Lakers are 2-0 against the Thunder this season and it seems that Luka has the template on how to beat the number one team on the NBA right now . I didn't place a bet on that game as i have doubt on the Lakers beating the Thunder hehe.

The first time the Lakers met the Thunder this season was in late November, and the Thunder won then. So, they're still tied 1-1, considering the last game.
Let's see how the Lakers and Thunder will play against each other in the upcoming match, but to be honest, I'm surprised that the Lakers recently literally defeated the Thunder.

[Harkorede]

Just on the brink of the playoffs, Denver Nuggets have sacked its head coach, Michael Malone, it's a really surprising move to be honest, especially with playoffs around the corner, and Malone is the literally the best coach Nuggets history, I would have expected at least him getting a shot at the playoffs this season, I wonder what the rationale behind this decision could really be.