Another news for NBA fans in india. NBA have a plan to launch a league in this country! https://sports.yahoo.com/nba-12-team-professional-league-india-140144744.html
i think India have a potentially market for NBA. because NBA is also popular in this country like cricket right?
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They are no longer scary because they no longer possess that same offensive firepower. Opposing teams are also familiar with their style of play.
With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
They've really messed up last NBA Finals to be honest. Because of their management, Durant will not play this season. Now that they don't have KD on their roster and Klay is sitting for a long time right now, their offensive decreased a lot compare to how good are them in offense last season.With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
Yes they are no longer scary at this moment but.... if Russell and some of their players can step up in their game, their is a chance that they can become as strong as they are last season. Remember when Curry is still at his young age in Warriors but through the years he became stronger, it can happen too to other players. Russell and maybe McKinnie can fill up what KD and Klay left.
What's make them look not scary to others anymore is because other West teams now improved their lineup unlike in previous seasons where Warriors is almost a favorites since we can't see any teams that can be matched them on those seasons.
West teams become more competitive now compared to last season. The reason Warriors aren't now the favorites.
Even Durant stay there, I think they will not be most favorites anymore to win the NBA title. But you know Warriors today is still the Warriors we have known and watched on their way to the top. Others are now gone but the original roster who helps the franchise is still there.
Lebron may not be PG though, he played point forward once again but they had Rondo so Rondo will probably play make more than Lebron.
If Lebon will act as a PG, Rondo will be playing as the 2nd round unit of the Lakers, which makes them a dangerous team.
We know Lebron can fill any position he wants but based on my observation, he is also effective as a point guard since he can drive the ball and just pass either to davis or from its outside shooters.
And with how he practices hes shooting capabilities, it will be an additional threat. I imagine when MJ switched from airtime to shooting machine,.
And now that they have added a good shooter of Danny Green, they will be a beneficial of Lebon's drive and pass style of play, of course Green a long with Kuzma.
Lebron may not be PG though, he played point forward once again but they had Rondo so Rondo will probably play make more than Lebron.
If Lebon will act as a PG, Rondo will be playing as the 2nd round unit of the Lakers, which makes them a dangerous team.
We know Lebron can fill any position he wants but based on my observation, he is also effective as a point guard since he can drive the ball and just pass either to davis or from its outside shooters.
And with how he practices hes shooting capabilities, it will be an additional threat. I imagine when MJ switched from airtime to shooting machine,.
Lebron may not be PG though, he played point forward once again but they had Rondo so Rondo will probably play make more than Lebron.
If Lebon will act as a PG, Rondo will be playing as the 2nd round unit of the Lakers, which makes them a dangerous team.
We know Lebron can fill any position he wants but based on my observation, he is also effective as a point guard since he can drive the ball and just pass either to davis or from its outside shooters.
That's right, LeBron at point guard position was the most effective for him since he has a great court vision and a high basketball IQ. Considering the Lakers has tall players at thir disposal, it is only right to have a bigman running the play which only LeBron can do.
If I still remember correctly, during the first season of Lebron with the Lakers, he didn't act as PG and they gave that position to the real PG which is Rondo, but Lebron's effectiveness has decrease so in the middle of the season I guess, he manage the PG so their ranking remains in the top 8 and it was just the injury was their major problem that's why their ranking slide down.
So, I think they will make Lebron as PG for this whole season and as long as he is healthy, he will be able to carry this team to not just in playoffs but in the Finals.
Lebron may not be PG though, he played point forward once again but they had Rondo so Rondo will probably play make more than Lebron.
If Lebon will act as a PG, Rondo will be playing as the 2nd round unit of the Lakers, which makes them a dangerous team.
We know Lebron can fill any position he wants but based on my observation, he is also effective as a point guard since he can drive the ball and just pass either to davis or from its outside shooters.
That's right, LeBron at point guard position was the most effective for him since he has a great court vision and a high basketball IQ. Considering the Lakers has tall players at thir disposal, it is only right to have a bigman running the play which only LeBron can do.
Lebron may not be PG though, he played point forward once again but they had Rondo so Rondo will probably play make more than Lebron.
If Lebon will act as a PG, Rondo will be playing as the 2nd round unit of the Lakers, which makes them a dangerous team.
We know Lebron can fill any position he wants but based on my observation, he is also effective as a point guard since he can drive the ball and just pass either to davis or from its outside shooters.
Support by fans could make the team morale go up and could make the team go work harder. I think this is a reason for teams that are on the streak. Lack of support from the local fans. This is actually sad for players.
Having the support from the fans boost the morale of the team specially on crucial games. Every cheer from the fans is an additional energy to push through and win the game for every team and players. That's how the fans played as the sixth man on the court.
Long story short Lakers look good, they have a decent team, they are definitely going to make a big splash this season for sure but Warriors are not as bad as they looked in this game, they still don't have Klay back and he will be back by playoffs, plus Curry was just having fun obviously, dude started the game with literally half court contested shot, that was hilarious. When the league starts again Warriors will be a top 5 west team for sure.
Lebron may not be PG though, he played point forward once again but they had Rondo so Rondo will probably play make more than Lebron.
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Warriors seems confident that they were able to replace Iguodala and even Livingston's defensive capabilities.
I know that they are no longer the favorite and I also doubt that they can reach Western conf. finals even if they have Klay but I still want to see what their young squad can do. It was only a few years ago when Steph was dubbed as the baby face assasin there. Now, he is the oldest in their roster.
I know that they are no longer the favorite and I also doubt that they can reach Western conf. finals even if they have Klay but I still want to see what their young squad can do. It was only a few years ago when Steph was dubbed as the baby face assasin there. Now, he is the oldest in their roster.
I know that this is just the pre-season but I think GSW will not be really a big of a deal this season, unlike the recent one. Steph is still great, I mean 18 minutes in the court with 18 points,3 rebs, and 2 assts, that is just amazing. But as a whole, they are not that scary as a team. We don't know still, it is just a prediction and I might be wrong.
With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
Yes they are no longer scary at this moment but.... if Russell and some of their players can step up in their game, their is a chance that they can become as strong as they are last season. Remember when Curry is still at his young age in Warriors but through the years he became stronger, it can happen too to other players. Russell and maybe McKinnie can fill up what KD and Klay left.
They are no longer scary because they no longer possess that same offensive firepower. Opposing teams are also familiar with their style of play.
With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
They are not as scary as before NOT because they lack now of offensive power. They are already a powerhouse team with a powerhouse talent even before Kevin Durant arrived and still have that offensive power.
What's make them look not scary to others anymore is because other West teams now improved their lineup unlike in previous seasons where Warriors is almost a favorites since we can't see any teams that can be matched them on those seasons.
And yes, the upgrade done by the other teams contributed to that as well.
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GSW might make it to the playoffs but I doubt if they can make it all the way to the finals. I mean, look at how the teams stacked up in the west. Most of the stronger teams are in that conference so for GSW to make it back to the finals, they need to be more aggressive to the basket and to their defense.
Well, yeah their chance to play in the playoffs will not go below 50%. Huge percentage has been lost right? Because they also lost 2 of the most important pieces on both ends of the floor. KD is a huge loss for the GSW, as well as Klay's injury, as he (Klay) will be expected to be in his best shape next season.
Neverthless, If DLo will prove he's worth acquiring, then I can say playoffs for them will never be hard.
What's make them look not scary to others anymore is because other West teams now improved their lineup unlike in previous seasons where Warriors is almost a favorites since we can't see any teams that can be matched them on those seasons.
West teams become more competitive now compared to last season. The reason Warriors aren't now the favorites.
Even Durant stay there, I think they will not be most favorites anymore to win the NBA title. But you know Warriors today is still the Warriors we have known and watched on their way to the top. Others are now gone but the original roster who helps the franchise is still there.
Support by fans could make the team morale go up and could make the team go work harder. I think this is a reason for teams that are on the streak. Lack of support from the local fans. This is actually sad for players.
Having the support from the fans boost the morale of the team specially on crucial games. Every cheer from the fans is an additional energy to push through and win the game for every team and players. That's how the fans played as the sixth man on the court.
They dominated the Warriors but this is just a pre season, however, the way they played, they are so scary especially when Davis are getting that offensive rebound and will do a put back dump. I think I'm gonna put a little for them winning the NBA championship this season, they have a very tall line up and they are fast as well.
Put that bet early. Once Lakers established a good standing record during the first few weeks on the season you will never see an odds of 3 above again.
They are no longer scary because they no longer possess that same offensive firepower. Opposing teams are also familiar with their style of play.
With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
With Durant and other key players out, we'll see if the new replacements can fill in those big shoes.
They are not as scary as before NOT because they lack now of offensive power. They are already a powerhouse team with a powerhouse talent even before Kevin Durant arrived and still have that offensive power.
What's make them look not scary to others anymore is because other West teams now improved their lineup unlike in previous seasons where Warriors is almost a favorites since we can't see any teams that can be matched them on those seasons.
I am confused. How does having a better fan contribute to winning and making it to the playoffs?
Support by fans could make the team morale go up and could make the team go work harder. I think this is a reason for teams that are on the streak. Lack of support from the local fans. This is actually sad for players. Great, you nailed it.
Look at Charlotte. Even if they already have one of the best players in the league, it is like.. there is still no joy out there.
So for me, it wil;l not just always be players. It is how great the fans will cheer for them for their good plays and moves. Without the fans it will just like be a practice game.
GSW still have a chance to give other teams a good competition. Let us not forget the 2 time MVP is there and is still kicking good with a healthy body.
According to this https://www.nbcsports.com/bayarea/warriors/warriors-klay-thompson-will-return-late-next-season-father-mychal-says
Wrong. Klay Thompson was advised by a doctor to not play for the rest of the season. I am confused. How does having a better fan contribute to winning and making it to the playoffs?
Support by fans could make the team morale go up and could make the team go work harder. I think this is a reason for teams that are on the streak. Lack of support from the local fans. This is actually sad for players. They are still the same team as the system that's running around is still available the same one like before, the only catch now is familiarities between new players and how the splash bro will manage to compete with those upgraded teams. Though the best thing is the main core of the team still there, they just need boost and help everyone to be more familiar with the system.
There is no splash brothers this season, at least the early to mid part of the season. There will be new dynamics for the team and we will see when the season starts how Kerr will address their flaws and adjust to the gameplay of their opponents. Plus, they have the better fans.
I am confused. How does having a better fan contribute to winning and making it to the playoffs?
That's right. Especially LA Lakers whose line-up is focused on inside games with LeBron dictating their tempo. Based on their game on pre-season against GSW, the Lakers seems to be unstoppable inside the paint and that's a big problem for most of their opponents.
I have watched the highlights of the Lakers vs GSW game and the Lakers simply dominated the shaded area with Lebron, Davis and McGee. To be honest they have good inside players and a good backcourts too. If there will be no injuries for them throughout the whole season, there is a big chance that they will reach the playoffs this season but still don't expect too much for them even their roster is better now compare to the their roster last season.Im confident that the Lakers will secure a top seed to enter the playoffs. With AD in addition to the roster alone is already a huge move for the Lakers management. When they signed AD thats an automatic playoff-bound for the Lakers.
I have watched the game too, and offensively I can say the Lakers easily dominated the game from every area in the field, and youre right, most of these areas are were AD, Lebron, and McGee positioned themselves.
Im afraid the GSW will miss the playoffs this year if Thompson remains unhealthy for the rest of the season.
Here some playoff prediction from Chris Webber :
Chris knew the GSW lost too much intensity without KD and Klay.
Now, the NBA fans have just realized how underrated Klay was. Steph and Green wont make it alone. I know DLo is in their current roster, but I doubt he wont make enough impact this year with GSW this year.
GSW might make it to the playoffs but I doubt if they can make it all the way to the finals. I mean, look at how the teams stacked up in the west. Most of the stronger teams are in that conference so for GSW to make it back to the finals, they need to be more aggressive to the basket and to their defense.
I'm a Warriors fan for a long time already but to be honest, I don't see them to reach the NBA Finals anymore with their current roster. They're more focused on the offensive rather than the defensive. Just my opinion.
That is if there will be a healthy season for the NBA players.
The West is stacked with a lot of power teams and it will really be difficult for Green and Curry to make their plays. They do pick and rolls most of the time when KD is not yet on their team.
With strong defensive teams like Clippers, it will be Green which will have a difficult time.
But let us not go to conclusion. They are still one of the young teams out there which could make plays with speed. If they could somehow make that happen most of the games then, they still have a chance for a championship.
Plus, they have the better fans.
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