[NBA] Unofficial Discussion Thread

[LogitechMouse]

Oklahoma City Thunder are currently manhandling the Memphis Grizzlies and it's only just still the 2nd Quarter of the game, the Thunder are currently leading by 23 points. I really don't see anyway back for Grizzlies in this game, the series looks like it is going to be an easy 4-0 sweep for the Thunder. If the odds are better, I'm definitely going to be backing OKC in game 3 and 4 in Memphis.

The Grizzlies managed to trim the lead down to single digits, but that was as close as they got. The lead ballooned to double digits in the fourth quarter with Alex Caruso heating up. I will definitely be watching this series, especially games 3 and 4, as the odds for the Thunder will increase when they play on the Grizzlies' home court.

The game ended with a 118-99 win. As expected, the Grizzlies played better, but better enough to steal one on the road. The balanced offense of the Thunder is just too much for them. We aren't seeing those 30+ point games from SGA because of how balance the offense of OKC is. From J-Dub, to Caruso, to Wiggins, to Wallace. The offense is just spread throughout the team.

Let's not forget that the Nuggets won a title because they have many solid role players. The role players of the OKC Thunder for me are way better than that of the Nuggets when they won the title. I already have this feeling that the Thunder might win it all this season TBH.

[dwyane36]

Oklahoma City Thunder are currently manhandling the Memphis Grizzlies and it's only just still the 2nd Quarter of the game, the Thunder are currently leading by 23 points. I really don't see anyway back for Grizzlies in this game, the series looks like it is going to be an easy 4-0 sweep for the Thunder. If the odds are better, I'm definitely going to be backing OKC in game 3 and 4 in Memphis.

Maybe the Grizzlies will perform a little better on their home court in the next two games, but that's unlikely. Honestly, I'm also inclined to see this series end 4-0. Or 4-1 if the Thunder decide to do a gentleman's sweep. Either way, the Grizzlies have almost no chance in this series.

[Jating]

Oklahoma City Thunder are currently manhandling the Memphis Grizzlies and it's only just still the 2nd Quarter of the game, the Thunder are currently leading by 23 points. I really don't see anyway back for Grizzlies in this game, the series looks like it is going to be an easy 4-0 sweep for the Thunder. If the odds are better, I'm definitely going to be backing OKC in game 3 and 4 in Memphis.

Maybe the Grizzlies will perform a little better on their home court in the next two games, but that's unlikely. Honestly, I'm also inclined to see this series end 4-0. Or 4-1 if the Thunder decide to do a gentleman's sweep. Either way, the Grizzlies have almost no chance in this series.

Too many offensive weapons from the Thunder, SGA hasn't had this game, like exploding for 50 points if needed. So with that, I'm not really seeing Memphis even with Ja Morant to win here, they will lucky to get at least one in their homecourt. So yeah, it might be 4-0 win for the Thunder to advance. Next game is the Warriors vs Houston. We will see how Udoka will make some adjustment in the second game as they are still playing at their home court. They are the second seed so they better show up something. Otherwise, with the Warriors experience, it might end up 4-0 as well if they don't win the second game. So it's a must win for them.

[Harkorede]

Oklahoma City Thunder are currently manhandling the Memphis Grizzlies and it's only just still the 2nd Quarter of the game, the Thunder are currently leading by 23 points. I really don't see anyway back for Grizzlies in this game, the series looks like it is going to be an easy 4-0 sweep for the Thunder. If the odds are better, I'm definitely going to be backing OKC in game 3 and 4 in Memphis.

Maybe the Grizzlies will perform a little better on their home court in the next two games, but that's unlikely. Honestly, I'm also inclined to see this series end 4-0. Or 4-1 if the Thunder decide to do a gentleman's sweep. Either way, the Grizzlies have almost no chance in this series.

Too many offensive weapons from the Thunder, SGA hasn't had this game, like exploding for 50 points if needed. So with that, I'm not really seeing Memphis even with Ja Morant to win here, they will lucky to get at least one in their homecourt. So yeah, it might be 4-0 win for the Thunder to advance. Next game is the Warriors vs Houston. We will see how Udoka will make some adjustment in the second game as they are still playing at their home court. They are the second seed so they better show up something. Otherwise, with the Warriors experience, it might end up 4-0 as well if they don't win the second game. So it's a must win for them.

That's why OKC are a scary team, they a lot of offensive weapons and it's not even close, OKC have been a such an easy bet through out the regular season even when the lines were literally high, and their carrying the same momentum into this post season. Also as you've said, Shai haven't even being their best player in either of these first 2 games, he is doing his bits on both ends of the floor, but he's not yet carry the entire team scoring wise.

Maybe a 4-1 one win is also likely, I just don't see this series extending beyond a maximum of 5 games.

[Baofeng]

Jalen Brunson won the Clutch player of the year



https://x.com/NBA/status/1915172713943228786

He beats Jokic and Anthony Edwards for the awards. Do you think that Brunson deserves this award?

[bisdak40]

Next game is the Warriors vs Houston. We will see how Udoka will make some adjustment in the second game as they are still playing at their home court. They are the second seed so they better show up something. Otherwise, with the Warriors experience, it might end up 4-0 as well if they don't win the second game. So it's a must win for them.

I predict the Warriors will win Game 2. The Rockets' core players are currently too inexperienced, and I foresee the Warriors sweeping the series. The visiting team will likely take Game 2, which is a must-win for them. However, I don't see the Warriors easing up on their defense. Let's see how it unfolds in the next few hours.



edit: looks like that there will be no sweep as Rockets plays a spectacular first half and they are leading by 14 big points.

[Baofeng]

Next game is the Warriors vs Houston. We will see how Udoka will make some adjustment in the second game as they are still playing at their home court. They are the second seed so they better show up something. Otherwise, with the Warriors experience, it might end up 4-0 as well if they don't win the second game. So it's a must win for them.

I predict the Warriors will win Game 2. The Rockets' core players are currently too inexperienced, and I foresee the Warriors sweeping the series. The visiting team will likely take Game 2, which is a must-win for them. However, I don't see the Warriors easing up on their defense. Let's see how it unfolds in the next few hours.



edit: looks like that there will be no sweep as Rockets plays a spectacular first half and they are leading by 14 big points.

I had the Rockets parlay from yesterday as well when I thought that their games against the Warriors will be yesterday. So I skipped this game and just waiting for their results as I already have the Pacers and the Lakers winning from yesterday's game.



So I hit a decent 5.x, three legged game. 

[Harkorede]

edit: looks like that there will be no sweep as Rockets plays a spectacular first half and they are leading by 14 big points.

The Butler effect is real, If Jimmy Butler didn’t get injured in the starting minutes, perhaps Warriors would have stood a better chance of winning the game. His presence does help the Warriors a lot especially on the defensive and also with the floor spacing. The Warriors really can’t afford to not have him for next games.

So I hit a decent 5.x, three legged game. 

Nice hit there mate, congratulations!

[dwyane36]

The Butler effect is real, If Jimmy Butler didn’t get injured in the starting minutes, perhaps Warriors would have stood a better chance of winning the game. His presence does help the Warriors a lot especially on the defensive and also with the floor spacing. The Warriors really can’t afford to not have him for next games.

Yes, it was a frustrating moment for the Warriors. In fact, Butler had almost no time to do anything in this game due to injury.
Although his injury isn't critical, I think Coach Kerr needs to make some adjustments in the next two games because Curry alone is not going to be able to handle the Rockets.

[Harkorede]

The Butler effect is real, If Jimmy Butler didn’t get injured in the starting minutes, perhaps Warriors would have stood a better chance of winning the game. His presence does help the Warriors a lot especially on the defensive and also with the floor spacing. The Warriors really can’t afford to not have him for next games.

Yes, it was a frustrating moment for the Warriors. In fact, Butler had almost no time to do anything in this game due to injury.
Although his injury isn't critical, I think Coach Kerr needs to make some adjustments in the next two games because Curry alone is not going to be able to handle the Rockets.

With how physical the Rockets got last night and the depth of their roster, the Warriors chances doesn't look too great without Butler, if you ask me.

Jimmy Butler does have his way of dictating the tempo of the game and makes the job rather easier for Curry because Butler himself draws a lot of attention from the Rockets defense and without him, it was easier for the Rockets to add extra focus and body on Steph.

[bisdak40]

With the first two games decided by just two points, I think the 5-point spread is too high, so I'm taking the Nuggets +5.5 today. To be honest, it's very hard to decide who to bet on, but I trust my instinct that tonight's game will be another close and exciting one.

[LogitechMouse]

With the first two games decided by just two points, I think the 5-point spread is too high, so I'm taking the Nuggets +5.5 today. To be honest, it's very hard to decide who to bet on, but I trust my instinct that tonight's game will be another close and exciting one.

I also picked the Nuggets, but not with spread, but I believe they can steal one on the road against the Clippers. TBH, this is the most difficult series to bet with because the first 2 games have been very close. Like you, I'll also just trust my instincts and will cross my fingers on who will win.

[Harkorede]

OKC have literally just tied the game against Memphis Grizzlies, a game in which the Grizzlies had a 29 point lead. Memphis Grizzlies have got to find a way to win this game without Ja Morant who is now ruled of the game because they can't comeback from a 0-3 series deficit.

[bisdak40]

OKC have literally just tied the game against Memphis Grizzlies, a game in which the Grizzlies had a 29 point lead. Memphis Grizzlies have got to find a way to win this game without Ja Morant who is now ruled of the game because they can't comeback from a 0-3 series deficit.

And the Grizzlies lost the game. Just like how the Warriors missed Jimmy Butler, the Grizzlies also missed Ja Morant in the last two quarters. Now, this series is looking a sweep at least for me as the morale of the Grizzlies is too low right now, leading by as mush as 30 points then lost at the end.

[Baofeng]

OKC have literally just tied the game against Memphis Grizzlies, a game in which the Grizzlies had a 29 point lead. Memphis Grizzlies have got to find a way to win this game without Ja Morant who is now ruled of the game because they can't comeback from a 0-3 series deficit.

And the Grizzlies lost the game. Just like how the Warriors missed Jimmy Butler, the Grizzlies also missed Ja Morant in the last two quarters. Now, this series is looking a sweep at least for me as the morale of the Grizzlies is too low right now, leading by as mush as 30 points then lost at the end.

What happened to Ja Morant though?

Was busy yesterday that I was just glimpsing on the score and was surprised that they have a good lead and then suddenly the Thunder comes back and win this game again.