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Quote from: Reid on August 04, 2020, 11:17:41 AM

I am having doubts now.
When I saw the Spurs play so strong even without Aldridge, I said to myself, "Pops, is really great!"
They want that spot so bad and they won 2 of 3. The loss against the 76ers is just a 2 point game differential.
Still, this is going to be a rough road for those under Grizzlies.

Well I think this is because they can't afford to not break their record to make on the playoffs season. They've made 22 streak to make it on the playoffs since 1998 and that's a record they want to make right now to be number 1 if they can clinched that. They've tied with 76ers to have 22 streak to make it on the playoffs, see below.

https://www.landofbasketball.com/statistics/playoffs_made_streaks.htm

Both 3 of the best contender to clinched that 8th seed has tough teams to play I think they'll be having a hard time but I'm still rooting for Spurs to get that and make a history.

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Spurs were going almost 3 for 3 last night, they hada decent guy on embiid, I get that it is hard to guard a guy like embiid who can play post if he wants to, can shoot mid range, bank it in, can shoot threes and all of that at the same time so it is a hard person to guard however at the last second of the game you do not guard inside, if they get a tie they get a tie and that's it, but if you leave the outside open you are talking about losing the game like this.

If Murray was guarding his own man a bit more instead of trying to help out everywhere, Milton wouldn't be able to hit that last second shot and Spurs could have been a serious contender for that 8th spot right now. Anyway, at least Grizz lost to pelicans as well, now next games are Portland vs Rockets which I think rockets would win, and jazz vs grizzlies which jazz could win, but spurs have nuggets which will be very tough.

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Quote from: verita1 on August 03, 2020, 09:31:31 PM

Both players were phenomenal, Nikola Jokic seems to be playing in slow motion. He is seen to think faster than others, which is advantageous to him as today's game.

Spot on.
That is how he play. Slow game, but with offensive and defensive awareness at the highest level.
He may not that be as athletic as other players, but damn he was so good whether in the paint or outside making assists.

Quote from: Rosilito on August 03, 2020, 10:35:15 AM

Must be tough. I'm curious which team would you bet on to claim the 8th spot? Me, well I'm still rooting for Grizzlies despite their two defeats, since it was just a very close game. And they must be troubling about it Undecided

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And so, I am pretty sure they will do much better on their next game though. They just need to improve their defense (this is where, I think, they were lacking) Sad

. On the other hand, their offense was no doubt great, they can score pretty well both behind the arc, and inside as well, won't deny that.

I am having doubts now.
When I saw the Spurs play so strong even without Aldridge, I said to myself, "Pops, is really great!"
They want that spot so bad and they won 2 of 3. The loss against the 76ers is just a 2 point game differential.
Still, this is going to be a rough road for those under Grizzlies.

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Nuggets finally won a game, and thanks to N. Jokic, his struggle is over, he scored a triple double tonight to get this win.

30 points, 10 assists, and 12 rebounds. It was a thrilling game, it went to OT but the Nuggets dominate on the OT.

Paul's fault though as he missed 1/2 of FT that could give them a win.

That's really close, Nuggets outpowered the Thunders during the overtime, and yes Jokic showcase his dominance on this game

Though Porter Jr have also a good game but the last quarter and the OT it's nice seeing a big man with that triple double double.
Congrats to Nuggets escaping this one.

They are due for a win, never bet against the Nuggets as they always bounce back, so next, I am expecting them to keep winning.
on the other hand, nice win by the Lakers, Davis was a beast in this game, he was phenomenal as he take in charge while Lebron is also very efficient.

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Nikola Jokic
30 PTS - 12 REB - 10 AST
Michael Porter Jr
37 PTS - 12 REB

Both players were phenomenal, Nikola Jokic seems to be playing in slow motion. He is seen to think faster than others, which is advantageous to him as today's game.

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Quote from: SirLancelot on August 03, 2020, 02:04:37 PM

Well, bad news for Spurs that they are going to play against Sixers and that game will be a tough one, they have won their first 2 games but Sixers is a team that wants to go to finals this year if they can, so that game will be a tough one and I wouldn't bet for spurs to win.

However good news for Spurs, Portland blazers the team that is trailing spurs will play rockets and that does look like a very tough game for Portland as well. All in all that 8th spot for western conference will have a very fiery competition, I would love to watch who ends up getting it, I think only grizzlies, spurs and Portland has a chance, and if there is 4 game difference between the 8th and 9th that means they will play a game to 3 between them as well which I think if that happens Spurs would get that.

It's really a bad news having that 3 win streak and yet it will just ended by Sixers. Still has 7 minutes before it ends and the Spurs is still trailing with Sixers but not that huge of a gap. To those 6 that are still struggling for that 8th seeds I think Spurs and Blazers are the one that can dominate and clinched it, these teams are playoffs contenders to be honest. Exciting who'll challenged the Lakers once playoff begins.

Edit: Sixers win over Spurs 132 - 130. That was really close.

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Quote from: Questat on August 03, 2020, 06:15:15 PM

Nuggets finally won a game, and thanks to N. Jokic, his struggle is over, he scored a triple double tonight to get this win.

30 points, 10 assists, and 12 rebounds. It was a thrilling game, it went to OT but the Nuggets dominate on the OT.

Paul's fault though as he missed 1/2 of FT that could give them a win.

That's really close, Nuggets outpowered the Thunders during the overtime, and yes Jokic showcase his dominance on this game

Though Porter Jr have also a good game but the last quarter and the OT it's nice seeing a big man with that triple double double.
Congrats to Nuggets escaping this one.

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Quote from: Questat on August 03, 2020, 06:15:15 PM

Nuggets finally won a game, and thanks to N. Jokic, his struggle is over, he scored a triple double tonight to get this win.

30 points, 10 assists, and 12 rebounds. It was a thrilling game, it went to OT but the Nuggets dominate on the OT.

Jokic had a good night and some players step up as well, good for the team, doubt is over on Jokic now.

Quote from: Questat on August 03, 2020, 06:15:15 PM

Paul's fault though as he missed 1/2 of FT that could give them a win.

Paul was clever though, he was the one who initiated the contact to get a foul, so they deserve the lose,.. plus the slap on Morris face. Roll Eyes

.. Dirty Paul.
That's why I like Rondo took a punched on him. haha

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Nuggets finally won a game, and thanks to N. Jokic, his struggle is over, he scored a triple double tonight to get this win.

30 points, 10 assists, and 12 rebounds. It was a thrilling game, it went to OT but the Nuggets dominate on the OT.

Paul's fault though as he missed 1/2 of FT that could give them a win.

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Quote from: SirLancelot on August 03, 2020, 02:04:37 PM

Well, bad news for Spurs that they are going to play against Sixers and that game will be a tough one, they have won their first 2 games but Sixers is a team that wants to go to finals this year if they can, so that game will be a tough one and I wouldn't bet for spurs to win.

Sixers is heavily favored against the Spurs, they are -7 right now, but I think sixers still needs to prove and win more, they lose their last game against the Pacers so I don't think spurs does not have a chance here, let's see if Embiid can abuse inside that LA is not their.

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However good news for Spurs, Portland blazers the team that is trailing spurs will play rockets and that does look like a very tough game for Portland as well. All in all that 8th spot for western conference will have a very fiery competition, I would love to watch who ends up getting it, I think only grizzlies, spurs and Portland has a chance, and if there is 4 game difference between the 8th and 9th that means they will play a game to 3 between them as well which I think if that happens Spurs would get that.

The only good news is if the Memphis will keep losing as they are holding the current number 8 spot now, that's the only way they will qualify.

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Well, bad news for Spurs that they are going to play against Sixers and that game will be a tough one, they have won their first 2 games but Sixers is a team that wants to go to finals this year if they can, so that game will be a tough one and I wouldn't bet for spurs to win.

However good news for Spurs, Portland blazers the team that is trailing spurs will play rockets and that does look like a very tough game for Portland as well. All in all that 8th spot for western conference will have a very fiery competition, I would love to watch who ends up getting it, I think only grizzlies, spurs and Portland has a chance, and if there is 4 game difference between the 8th and 9th that means they will play a game to 3 between them as well which I think if that happens Spurs would get that.

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Chances also that these teams wants to prove they are better than the number 8.
They want to keep on winning against them to get that one chance to steal their spot.

Yes, Grizzlies have been doing well. Perhaps they are also considering to not be pressured so much right now. Keep their full strength until they go head to head for whichever team they will go against.

Must be tough. I'm curious which team would you bet on to claim the 8th spot? Me, well I'm still rooting for Grizzlies despite their two defeats, since it was just a very close game. And they must be troubling about it Undecided

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And so, I am pretty sure they will do much better on their next game though. They just need to improve their defense (this is where, I think, they were lacking) Sad

. On the other hand, their offense was no doubt great, they can score pretty well both behind the arc, and inside as well, won't deny that.

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Quote from: freedomgo on August 03, 2020, 07:09:05 AM

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Memphis is in bad shape since restart, while Spurs are getting wins in a row, so eight place fight on west could be interesting after all, it looks solved before pandemic, but now seems that Spurs could make it interesting, especially if they win the match in Philadelphia tonight, i am considering putting them on my list, with low stake, it is an over @3 quote

and as good bet, will put New Orleans as well, Memphis has a lot of injured players, so this should be an easy one

I think Memphis are just unlucky, their last two loses was a close game, first it was an OT loss, and 2nd a very close game against the spurs.
Well, they have the advantage in ranking but with that 2 loses, things are getting better now, if they can hold on to the last spot, good for them.

Chances also that these teams wants to prove they are better than the number 8.
They want to keep on winning against them to get that one chance to steal their spot.

Yes, Grizzlies have been doing well. Perhaps they are also considering to not be pressured so much right now. Keep their full strength until they go head to head for whichever team they will go against.

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Quote from: freedomgo on August 03, 2020, 07:09:05 AM

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Memphis is in bad shape since restart, while Spurs are getting wins in a row, so eight place fight on west could be interesting after all, it looks solved before pandemic, but now seems that Spurs could make it interesting, especially if they win the match in Philadelphia tonight, i am considering putting them on my list, with low stake, it is an over @3 quote

and as good bet, will put New Orleans as well, Memphis has a lot of injured players, so this should be an easy one

I think Memphis are just unlucky, their last two loses was a close game, first it was an OT loss, and 2nd a very close game against the spurs.
Well, they have the advantage in ranking but with that 2 loses, things are getting better now, if they can hold on to the last spot, good for them.

Agree, they have an opportunity to win each game in their last two games but they are just too unlucky.

Based on the standing, https://tv5.espn.com/nba/table.. they are still way ahead, so spurs needs to keep winning if they want that last shop.
Blazers loss against the Celtics, so there chances now decreases.

One win by the Memphis, that would be a relief to them.

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Quote from: casperBGD on August 03, 2020, 05:53:33 AM

Memphis is in bad shape since restart, while Spurs are getting wins in a row, so eight place fight on west could be interesting after all, it looks solved before pandemic, but now seems that Spurs could make it interesting, especially if they win the match in Philadelphia tonight, i am considering putting them on my list, with low stake, it is an over @3 quote

and as good bet, will put New Orleans as well, Memphis has a lot of injured players, so this should be an easy one

I think Memphis are just unlucky, their last two loses was a close game, first it was an OT loss, and 2nd a very close game against the spurs.
Well, they have the advantage in ranking but with that 2 loses, things are getting better now, if they can hold on to the last spot, good for them.

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Memphis is in bad shape since restart, while Spurs are getting wins in a row, so eight place fight on west could be interesting after all, it looks solved before pandemic, but now seems that Spurs could make it interesting, especially if they win the match in Philadelphia tonight, i am considering putting them on my list, with low stake, it is an over @3 quote

and as good bet, will put New Orleans as well, Memphis has a lot of injured players, so this should be an easy one

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Three things changed with the Raptors team from last year that made them so good, now don't get me wrong I do not think they will go to finals, probably won't even see the conference finals but they were expected to be horrible and yet they are not so that is why three things changed that made them good statement.

One of them is the fact that Pascal Siakam improved a lot, he improved last year but he kept improving this year as well, dude is amazing and that does cover a bit of the lack of kawhi thing, secondly OG improved as well, that is more like replacement for Danny Green thing but he did improved a lot, thirdly Nick Nurse is a national treasure and dude knows how to use every player to best of his abilities and studies basketball like a student all the time to figure out new stuff to improve.

Lakers had just lost. Inl watch the game and it really not nice play with lakers. They were being beaten in the last quarter. It so damn dissapoiting to see good team that you expect to win. Big man are in the lakers and the team is healthy while raptors had no kawhi leonard though they still got good young players. Anyway, hopefully if raptors will going to make it into the finals then my bet will be for this team.

However, I still do believe in lakers that will be able to make it into championship this year. It just a one lost game for them. Maybe lakers should do more next game.

Lakers still have the chance not just because they've lost the game means that they are no longer dominant.
The league still far from the finals so it's not a big thing if they'll get some loses. It will be a different though when it turned to the second round where every teams will aimed to win each games that they've had to make sure
to advance their chance to semis.

I still have faith in Lakers, or should I say, still have faith in King James. His IQ when playing game is so awesome. The way he plan and execute the plays. The way he do his role. Yup Lakers will do more in next game and they will do their best to win the game. We all know that. They do not repeat their mistake and they always strive for the win. They still have the potential to line up in finals.

They are great and their rooster is also competitive and the game will change once they are on playoffs, for now maybe we can see their games sometimes in the downside but for sure they will recollect their selves when they are near on their goals. I think there's a mental effect of the current pandemic since I don't enjoy much the games right now the physicality has lessen.

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While watching the Houston vs Bucks and the past games.

I can't remove it on my mind that is like I'm watching someone who's just playing NBA2k.

Quote from: freedomgo on August 03, 2020, 02:08:56 AM

Looks like James Harden prediction is correct, Rockets has been winning lately and they just beat the Bucks today.

It was a fun game to watch, battle of the legit teams with real chances to win an NBA Championship, so you guys still think Giannis is good?

he tanked in this game, that pass of him was very predictable and the way he move as well.

I still think of him as a good player, he scored good for this game yet lost. I'll watch their next game against Nets.

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Quote from: freedomgo on August 03, 2020, 02:08:56 AM

Looks like James Harden prediction is correct, Rockets has been winning lately and they just beat the Bucks today.

It was a fun game to watch, battle of the legit teams with real chances to win an NBA Championship, so you guys still think Giannis is good?

he tanked in this game, that pass of him was very predictable and the way he move as well.

It's fun to see players with goals.
Now, I am liking his attitude.
Unlike before, there is something different about him.
Maybe something was shared by Westbrook to lit the fire on him once again.

What I don't like is the unsportsmanlike habit of Harden without shaking hands after the game when they lose, specially in playoffs.
Basketball's goal is that, to show sportsmanship.
I can't even remember him shaking anyone's hands.

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