My favorite team Phoenix, I think they will be champions if Antetokounmpo doesn't come back. If Antetokounmpo is back everything change. Teams will balance.
Also, I wanna to see CP win the champ.
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I can feel the air is a bit heavier now on fan sides, getting excited again with some friendship being ruined. Nah, I'm just joking but there's some rare case scenarios. 
It's still a question but as I said it's for sure not a 100% but it's on his will if he could endure not being one. This is his chance now to grab that ring but I guess Chris Paul has more motivation now he is on his 16th season and it's a longer one compared to Giannis.
Fans that are ending relationships just because they have different teams is a bad fan to be honest if there's one that I know, I will probably punch them in the face. There's a thin line between a fanatic and a casual fan so be careful. I don't think that Chris Paul is the only one that we should be looking out for because I think the Suns did good with this seasons performance, some people just can't accept that it's them that's on the finals. It's still a question but as I said it's for sure not a 100% but it's on his will if he could endure not being one. This is his chance now to grab that ring but I guess Chris Paul has more motivation now he is on his 16th season and it's a longer one compared to Giannis.
24 hours until the Finals kicks off. Already some drama with Rachel Nichols. That should provide another layer of interest to the broadcast. I’m curious how healthy Giannis is going to be as I think that’s going to be the key to the series. It’ll also be interesting to see if Ayton can continue his post season dominance down low against the former MVP.
I can feel the air is a bit heavier now on fan sides, getting excited again with some friendship being ruined. Nah, I'm just joking but there's some rare case scenarios. It's still a question but as I said it's for sure not a 100% but it's on his will if he could endure not being one. This is his chance now to grab that ring but I guess Chris Paul has more motivation now he is on his 16th season and it's a longer one compared to Giannis.
24 hours until the Finals kicks off. Already some drama with Rachel Nichols. That should provide another layer of interest to the broadcast. I’m curious how healthy Giannis is going to be as I think that’s going to be the key to the series. It’ll also be interesting to see if Ayton can continue his post season dominance down low against the former MVP.
She apologized so I guess that closed the issue. For them. Politics and bully in sports anchors. "I'm a veteran, don't step on me. "
Giannis with no structural damage or whatsoever but he is still on the doubtful list even with that status.
He is not forcing it, I like that. He may want to get out in a full healthy position rather than hurting himself again and losing everything.
All he can do now is trust his teammates. Boost them on the sidelines. (he looks really healthy while cheering for the team)
24 hours until the Finals kicks off. Already some drama with Rachel Nichols. That should provide another layer of interest to the broadcast. I’m curious how healthy Giannis is going to be as I think that’s going to be the key to the series. It’ll also be interesting to see if Ayton can continue his post season dominance down low against the former MVP.
Yeah! can't wait to see the game start with the current hype with these two teams, I'm sure we are back to the old traditions where everyone picks their own team even though their favorite team hasn't made the Finals. It is nice to choose whether who you want to win this NBA championship. That's how things work in this game and thankfully once again we finally see some games that have some real fans that cheer them on their home courts. that would have helped them a lot.
24 hours until the Finals kicks off. Already some drama with Rachel Nichols. That should provide another layer of interest to the broadcast. I’m curious how healthy Giannis is going to be as I think that’s going to be the key to the series. It’ll also be interesting to see if Ayton can continue his post season dominance down low against the former MVP.
Well, I'm seeing some comments and I'd like to give my opinion too!
It will be an interesting and competitive NBA finals, but several variables need to be analyzed.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is injured and probably not 100% healthy, but the others Bucks players were inspired and played very well without Antetokounmpo, this happened in WCF
The Suns don't have any NBA titles, CP3 has never been an NBA champion, along with Booker and Ayton, I'm sure they will play like it's the last game of their lives, and CP3 is a very experienced player who does a lot of difference in the team, as he is the leader of the Suns.
I believe it's a little bit complicatedto predict who will be the NBA winner, because anything can happen
Another advantage of the Suns is that Game 7 will be in Phoenix
I think the Suns will be champion, 4-3 or 4-2.
But of course what I said is just my humble opinion
By the way, I'm cheering for Suns to be champions
It will be an interesting and competitive NBA finals, but several variables need to be analyzed.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is injured and probably not 100% healthy, but the others Bucks players were inspired and played very well without Antetokounmpo, this happened in WCF
The Suns don't have any NBA titles, CP3 has never been an NBA champion, along with Booker and Ayton, I'm sure they will play like it's the last game of their lives, and CP3 is a very experienced player who does a lot of difference in the team, as he is the leader of the Suns.
I believe it's a little bit complicatedto predict who will be the NBA winner, because anything can happen
Another advantage of the Suns is that Game 7 will be in Phoenix
I think the Suns will be champion, 4-3 or 4-2.
But of course what I said is just my humble opinion
By the way, I'm cheering for Suns to be champions
Phoenix Suns are now under some statements that they are a lucky team to enter the Finals as all teams they faced during the playoffs are not healthy and in the upcoming Finals. the situation is still the same.
Lakers was their big test, yes AD and Lebron was not 100% healthy but you can't discount the fact that they really play very hard on that series. And then they sweep Jokic led Denver, I don't think that they are lucky winning 4 straight.
If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
Chris Paul is a legit superstar, he himself has face so many injuries in the play-offs. So we can have the same argument with him, what if Paul is healthy on game 6 and 7 against the GSW in 2018 season? Probably those are just haters saying that they got lucky.
Phoenix Suns are now under some statements that they are a lucky team to enter the Finals as all teams they faced during the playoffs are not healthy and in the upcoming Finals. the situation is still the same.
If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
I bet they are that lucky but I guess it's more on the perseverance of the whole team, it's always be. Lucky is surely an understatement and I agree to Dave1 and they should prove it all the way up to live on that statement. If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
Giannis is surely not in his 100% meanwhile the Suns has a healthy lineup and they could dominate this game 1 on their home court now that it's still unclear if Giannis will play.
Phoenix Suns are now under some statements that they are a lucky team to enter the Finals as all teams they faced during the playoffs are not healthy and in the upcoming Finals. the situation is still the same.
If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
Not sure about that statement though, I don't have the numbers but in every year some superstars got injured so teams are not healthy.
Well initially they are one of the favorites, they have proven it in the regular season when they ended up as the second seed behind Utah Jazz.
I consider Chris Paul superstar, he is the premier guard in the NBA. And then Booker has a break out year, they have Ayton the number 1 overall pick in 2018. So saying that Phoenix is a lucky team this year is an understatement. We can say the same case with Miami last year when they reach the finals that they got lucky too because of the "Bubble" setup.
Phoenix Suns are now under some statements that they are a lucky team to enter the Finals as all teams they faced during the playoffs are not healthy and in the upcoming Finals. the situation is still the same.
If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
If only teams played in their healthy lineup, there's no question of what if here.
But on the other hand, they also entered the Finals without a superstar. Chris Paul might be but he is now on his retirement age.
Going all-in for the Milwaukee Bucks.
Already placed a bet for them before Conference Finals to win the NBA Championship.
Outside online gambling, I was also at Bucks +1 to win the series. Giannis got injured that's why there are lots of Suns fans here around my place that willing to take the Bucks +1 to win the series.
Let's get it on and goodluck to all.
Already placed a bet for them before Conference Finals to win the NBA Championship.
Outside online gambling, I was also at Bucks +1 to win the series. Giannis got injured that's why there are lots of Suns fans here around my place that willing to take the Bucks +1 to win the series.
Let's get it on and goodluck to all.
The Bucks could adjust to the most effective strategy even with Giannis on the floor, not having the star player is really a disadvantage but I'm not saying they have no chance of beating the Suns without him. May let's see what will happen in game 1, and find out if it really helps the Bucks not having Giannis in the roster.
Bucks have managed without Giannis and so far so good, they've been doing a great job. I hope they can round off this series in game 7 once and for all. They've come this fine, I would be glad if they close the series by tomorrow. Bucks have come a long way from going 2-0 against Nets and then doing a comeback to win the conference semis. Giannis played a big role andI know he would be missed when they go up against Suns in the finals (that's if they win tomorrow and finish the series.).
I wasnt really expecting that much but its good that Bucks had manage out to close the series and now facing up Suns in the Finals which is the heavily favorite of this playoffs.
but i would still put my bet on Suns for this finals may closed on game 5 or 6.
I'm with you I like the Suns in this one in 5 or 6. I've yet to really figure any of these series out so probably the Bucks in 7 lol. Just hoping for a good finals.
The Bucks could adjust to the most effective strategy even with Giannis on the floor, not having the star player is really a disadvantage but I'm not saying they have no chance of beating the Suns without him. May let's see what will happen in game 1, and find out if it really helps the Bucks not having Giannis in the roster.
Bucks have managed without Giannis and so far so good, they've been doing a great job. I hope they can round off this series in game 7 once and for all. They've come this fine, I would be glad if they close the series by tomorrow. Bucks have come a long way from going 2-0 against Nets and then doing a comeback to win the conference semis. Giannis played a big role andI know he would be missed when they go up against Suns in the finals (that's if they win tomorrow and finish the series.).
I wasnt really expecting that much but its good that Bucks had manage out to close the series and now facing up Suns in the Finals which is the heavily favorite of this playoffs.
but i would still put my bet on Suns for this finals may closed on game 5 or 6.
The Bucks could adjust to the most effective strategy even with Giannis on the floor, not having the star player is really a disadvantage but I'm not saying they have no chance of beating the Suns without him. May let's see what will happen in game 1, and find out if it really helps the Bucks not having Giannis in the roster.
Bucks have managed without Giannis and so far so good, they've been doing a great job. I hope they can round off this series in game 7 once and for all. They've come this fine, I would be glad if they close the series by tomorrow. Bucks have come a long way from going 2-0 against Nets and then doing a comeback to win the conference semis. Giannis played a big role andI know he would be missed when they go up against Suns in the finals (that's if they win tomorrow and finish the series.).
With an injured Gianni who leads his team on offense and defense? I wonder if they can last until game 7 though? Sun's completely dominate all the powerhouse team on West which is stronger to incomplete Bucks.
I think you weren't able to follow how the Milwaukee Bucks adjust when Giannis got injured. His teammates' step up and their offense quite become unpredictable since there are lots of options to make an offense unlike when Giannis is there wherein his moves were predictable but it's just that hard to defend.
Going back in a much harder series against the Brooklyn Nets, you won't see Holiday, Lopez, and the others having consistently good numbers. The offense was purely on Giannis and Middleton only at most games.
I'm not really considering the absence of Giannis as a disadvantage for them. As of now, I didn't really know who has the upper hand on the series. I will just support my bet though regardless of the team that I will pick on per game basis.
The Bucks could adjust to the most effective strategy even with Giannis on the floor, not having the star player is really a disadvantage but I'm not saying they have no chance of beating the Suns without him. May let's see what will happen in game 1, and find out if it really helps the Bucks not having Giannis in the roster.
For sure Phoenix has a high chance to get the Championship. They are also very lucky this season by defeating all the power house team due to injuries of the opponent star player. Davis from Lakers, Murray on Nuggets, Kawhi Leonard from Clippers and now unhealthy Gianni from Bucks. Luck is on Phoenix right now.
Lady Luck also played a big role for the Phoenix Suns.
1st round versus LA Lakers - Anthony Davis injured.
2nd round versus Denver Nuggets - Jamal Murray injured.
Western Conference Finals versus LA Clippers - Kawhi Leonard injured.
And now for the NBA Finals - Giannis Antetokounmpo - injured.
This is the best time to win the championship. Take the lead while Giannis is still sitting on the bench with his hyper extended left knee injury.
Take 2 games win if possible and the road to championship will be silky smooth.
Yes, this is true, I feel the future is conspiring in favor of the Suns.1st round versus LA Lakers - Anthony Davis injured.
2nd round versus Denver Nuggets - Jamal Murray injured.
Western Conference Finals versus LA Clippers - Kawhi Leonard injured.
And now for the NBA Finals - Giannis Antetokounmpo - injured.
This is the best time to win the championship. Take the lead while Giannis is still sitting on the bench with his hyper extended left knee injury.
Take 2 games win if possible and the road to championship will be silky smooth.
I believe for the Bucks to beat Phoenix, Giannis Antetokounmpo needs to be on fire, Lopez, Holiday, Middleton and others players need to play well, or if any of Phoenix's top players get injured (I hope that doesn't happen)
With an injured Gianni who leads his team on offense and defense? I wonder if they can last until game 7 though? Sun's completely dominate all the powerhouse team on West which is stronger to incomplete Bucks.
I think you weren't able to follow how the Milwaukee Bucks adjust when Giannis got injured. His teammates' step up and their offense quite become unpredictable since there are lots of options to make an offense unlike when Giannis is there wherein his moves were predictable but it's just that hard to defend.
Going back in a much harder series against the Brooklyn Nets, you won't see Holiday, Lopez, and the others having consistently good numbers. The offense was purely on Giannis and Middleton only at most games.
I'm not really considering the absence of Giannis as a disadvantage for them. As of now, I didn't really know who has the upper hand on the series. I will just support my bet though regardless of the team that I will pick on per game basis.
I really do hope that the finals goes to 7 games, it would make the games so much more entertaining.
Everyone would love game 7, but it's not possible if Giannis will not come back in the series. He is the star player of the Bucks and I don't see the Bucks competing well with the Suns without him. Hawks are a good team, but not as good as the Suns, so we might not be able to see the Bucks lucky again. Since Giannis is still not ruled out, his status is "day to day", let's all be positive that he will return.
If you are not betting at the same time, then you should not worry, but if you are a bettor and you side the Suns to win the series, you would love not seeing Giannis back in the lineup, and the opposite if you are betting on the Bucks. However, I think the fans deserve to see a great series and that means Giannis should be back in the lineup for them to give that to us.
This should not be a boring series where one team will dominate the other, and I'm talking about the Suns going to dominate the Bucks if Giannis will not return soon.
I really do hope that the finals goes to 7 games, it would make the games so much more entertaining.
Everyone would love game 7, but it's not possible if Giannis will not come back in the series. He is the star player of the Bucks and I don't see the Bucks competing well with the Suns without him. Hawks are a good team, but not as good as the Suns, so we might not be able to see the Bucks lucky again. Since Giannis is still not ruled out, his status is "day to day", let's all be positive that he will return.
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