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Quote from: leonair on March 22, 2019, 03:04:23 PM

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Quote from: harizen on March 21, 2019, 06:52:24 PM

And because we are discussing Harden here...... "2 free throws for Harden!".

That's how soft it is lol.

Hahaha. Even from far away, when he flops, you will hear a whistle. Refs are spoiling him way too much.

When I'm watching James Harden on how he flops and the referee calls in favor of him then that's the time I really hate him but on the other side I appreciate the way he play the game though even it's annoying sometimes because I realized his plays style is within the rule book of NBA and he's cracking it, Thooose Double step back and sneaky ways of getting fouls Cool

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Yes, he really 'perfected' the art of flopping on his favor. And that step back, he was able to 'exploit' it to his advantage and not be called a traveling.

I remember Lebron James, 'crab dribble' early on his career, a lot of controversy regarding that one as well, majority says it's a traveling violation, similar to Harden step back, I don't know but I have a feeling that NBA fans are still divided on whether it's a violation or not.

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Quote from: Reid on March 22, 2019, 02:48:12 PM

Quote from: harizen on March 21, 2019, 06:52:24 PM

And because we are discussing Harden here...... "2 free throws for Harden!".

That's how soft it is lol.

Hahaha. Even from far away, when he flops, you will hear a whistle. Refs are spoiling him way too much.

When I'm watching James Harden on how he flops and the referee calls in favor of him then that's the time I really hate him but on the other side I appreciate the way he play the game though even it's annoying sometimes because I realized his plays style is within the rule book of NBA and he's cracking it, Thooose Double step back and sneaky ways of getting fouls Cool

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Quote from: harizen on March 21, 2019, 06:52:24 PM

And because we are discussing Harden here...... "2 free throws for Harden!".

That's how soft it is lol.

Hahaha. Even from far away, when he flops, you will hear a whistle. Refs are spoiling him way too much.

Quote from: Ziskinberg on March 22, 2019, 01:25:02 AM

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

Indiana have been really struggling without Oladipo on their side.
Turner though have been really busy and doing all the job offensively.

They have been the best for their defense but now they need also an offensive guy who could make shots after stops.
Turner aint a robot so Evans should also work with his offense with Bogdanovic and Sabonis.
Oh! how I miss seeing Oladipo play.

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Quote from: Naida_BR on March 22, 2019, 11:06:47 AM

Quote from: Ziskinberg on March 22, 2019, 01:25:02 AM

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

They seem to gain a stable performance and I think that they will win again the NBA title.
In the regular season everyone struggles to win the Warriors this is why they don't have the best results between other teams in the League. Now that we enter the playoffs things will be more transparent for them.

Let's see. The Warriors is on point again to make the 50 win in a season. I'm not sure how long, perhaps in the last 4-5 years. But we all know that they usually up their tempo entering the playoffs that's why I believed that they still need to play high level games to carry that momentum to the playoffs. They are already in, but it doesn't mean they won't play that hard still.

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Quote from: harizen on March 22, 2019, 10:14:57 AM

But on the other hand, Bucks will not be on the top spot in the East if the whole team didn't improve. This team is not always Giannis. We all know that he is surrounded with pure role players. Their journey this season is really impressive and honestly I even didn't think they will clinched the 1st spot in the East.

You should change your idea of Giannis being surrounded with role players. Actually they are not. Let's talk about Malcolm Brogdon, have you seen his last few games? He's 50% from the field and his trying is best to become a spot up shooter for giannis, as Giannis is a monster on the court that might drag many defender on his watch, he needs spot up shooter. Speaking of spot up shooter, the first time all star Khris Middleton. He's the second best in Bucks and I think he's star in the making. He got his first ticket in the all star game and of course will try his best again next year. Eric Bledsoe, a great floor general that can sweep the floor and can provide a lot of space for the team. And also, a great ISO player. I think you're wrong with pure role players.

What lacks the Bucks is another star for a competitive playoff game. Although next year, they might improve. Let's just hope they will improve and support Giannis more. But, watch out. Giannis will take a leap next year. Because months before the year of 2018 ends, he started making a lot of three pointers. Wink

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Warriors do not need to prove anything to anyone really. They are already greatest team ever assembled in the whole history.
I mean look at the team, Curry, Klay, Durant, Draymond, cousins. I have never met a team who is either top player in their position or top 3 at worst.

Curry could be the best point guard in the game right now, I can't think of anyone else that is better than him, Klay is definitely a fight for top 2, harden is obviously better but I can't think of anyone better than both of them. Durant is either the best or Lebron is depending on their days, Dray could be top 3-4 , he is the worst of the bunch but he is still a great defender and a great passer and a leader. Cousins is top 2 as well, there are not that many better than him.

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Quote from: Naida_BR on March 22, 2019, 11:06:47 AM

Quote from: Ziskinberg on March 22, 2019, 01:25:02 AM

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

They seem to gain a stable performance and I think that they will win again the NBA title.
In the regular season everyone struggles to win the Warriors this is why they don't have the best results between other teams in the League. Now that we enter the playoffs things will be more transparent for them.

If they are aiming eagerly for this 3-peat, seeing them played with high compassions they are really going there, Warriors simply adjusting to whatever blend they needed, with those superstars around the core it's undeniable that they are still the best contender of this season to grab the Trophy, playoffs
will be the deciding venue for Warriors to have this grandslam dream.

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Quote from: Ziskinberg on March 22, 2019, 01:25:02 AM

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

They seem to gain a stable performance and I think that they will win again the NBA title.
In the regular season everyone struggles to win the Warriors this is why they don't have the best results between other teams in the League. Now that we enter the playoffs things will be more transparent for them.

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Quote from: TravelMug on March 22, 2019, 03:25:35 AM

Yeah, probably just put a bet on them and see what happens. We would love to see Wade doing the impossible or some sort of miracle if they will be able to upset the top seed in the East.

Honestly if ever Heat will be matched to Bucks, they have chances to upset the deer. Heat's Spoelstra should consider changing tactics by putting Dwayne Wade on a starting lineup to boost at early phase than to just start to fireup coming from the bench. Since it's #OneLastRide and this will be the last playoffs we will see Dwayne Wade (if ever), hope he will consider that. Wade has an impressive stats coming from the bench. Heat can utilize what's left for him.

But on the other hand, Bucks will not be on the top spot in the East if the whole team didn't improve. This team is not always Giannis. We all know that he is surrounded with pure role players. Their journey this season is really impressive and honestly I even didn't think they will clinched the 1st spot in the East.

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Quote from: Ziskinberg on March 22, 2019, 01:25:02 AM

Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

The lead even ballooned to 32 points at one point if I'm not mistaken. Durant was sharp and it's funny to see Cousins after taking the rebound, bringing the ball down. He really did bring a lot on this team but there are moment in the game wherein I thought he will be injured again. Anyways, it's fun to watch Warriors playing defence as well and never give the Pacers any chance to steal this one from them.

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Quote from: TravelMug on March 22, 2019, 03:25:35 AM

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I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win. Grin

Do you love to see a big upset?

Me, I'd love too, and not only enjoying it with nothing in case this happens, might put a bet the Heat for the first round if they will meet.

Of course, hehehe. I'm sure as gamblers we really love to bet on those underdogs.

Yeah, probably just put a bet on them and see what happens. We would love to see Wade doing the impossible or some sort of miracle if they will be able to upset the top seed in the East.

Bucks are overrated, people think Giannis can easily carry his team for the win, so this makes the Heat underrated.
They have veteran players that has good playoff experience so for sure they will show up more in playoffs time.

Bucks is the best team in the NBA with 53-19 record and they should be heavily favored to win this match up.

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Quote from: mirakal on March 21, 2019, 04:36:41 AM

Quote from: TravelMug on March 21, 2019, 03:26:24 AM

I agree, we would love to see him for the last time and what a better way to end it when he goes against the new faces in the East - Giannis A.

And I'm sure that Miami's chances are slim against Milwaukee, but it will be a good farewell game for Wade and I won't be surprised if they get at least a win. Grin

Do you love to see a big upset?

Me, I'd love too, and not only enjoying it with nothing in case this happens, might put a bet the Heat for the first round if they will meet.

Of course, hehehe. I'm sure as gamblers we really love to bet on those underdogs.

Yeah, probably just put a bet on them and see what happens. We would love to see Wade doing the impossible or some sort of miracle if they will be able to upset the top seed in the East.

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Warriors look unbeatable now, again they win convincingly against the struggling pacers.
It was a 23 points win and all the starters are in double digit.
They didn't have high minutes tonight since they control this game, but with their form now and being healthy, looks like the 3-peat is coming.

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Quote from: sana54210 on March 21, 2019, 09:52:53 AM

...saying harden is the first person to do that is just pure fanboyness, ..

You are taking it too much. Chill.

Literally, Harden is the first "against the 29 teams" because we have more teams now, 30 teams. Jordan and Wilt (who did that lots of times in different team in a season), no doubt can do that too before if teams back then is about 29+. Jordan did that in much fewer teams so he is first on that season. Wilt too.

We will disregard too how they able to do that, even those GODS make 100+ points every game, since it's just a record. No comparison. Most people already knows that Harden's flops contribute to that 30+ points in every game, as I mentioned too.

Again, "record".

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Quote from: harizen on March 20, 2019, 06:12:10 PM

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Hot hands, ball hog and some drama. Yeah, that is all what it takes to do that kind of act. Grin

Yeah as long as Harden seeing that act as effective, no way he will stopped.

But they key for a changed here is the refs itself. No way Harden will continue his drama if refs won't take that easily.

And because we are discussing Harden here...... "2 free throws for Harden!".

That's how soft it is lol.

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Quote from: harizen on March 20, 2019, 06:12:10 PM

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Hot hands, ball hog and some drama. Yeah, that is all what it takes to do that kind of act. Grin

I dont really get the referees. Why do those kind of flops still works on them thinking he was just doing the same thing over and over again.
Got me thinking that NBA is really getting softer just like what others talk about in Twitter.
They should really make some new rules about this. Or they could raise the fine on flopping.

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The fines would increase to $30,000 for a fifth offense, when a suspension would also be considered. In the playoffs, players are fined $5,000 for their first flopping offense, $10,000 for a second, $15,000 for a third, and $30,000 for a fourth. Any player who flops five or more times could be suspended.

These are just small numbers for this players who gets millions of dollars a year.

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Quote from: Ranly123 on March 21, 2019, 06:09:13 AM

Quote from: Ziskinberg on March 21, 2019, 12:05:53 AM

Quote from: harizen on March 20, 2019, 06:12:10 PM

James Harden now becomes the first player in the league to score 30+ points game against 29 different teams in a "single season".

That was tough to do. It's difficult to maintain an over 30+ production on every game. Hot hands is really needed and..... never mind.

Well then, I also want to give credit to his interesting numbers of free throw attempts that contribute to that 30+ points a game. lol.

Most of his points are coming from the FT.
It seems like he already mastered the move to caught his opponent to commit foul, he should be credited for that.

However, I don't see him as GOAT yet, he needs to prove that he can win championship and this season he has another chance to do it.

Harden is a sensational player in this era. From his step back three pointers to his masterful foul baiting. Somehow, winning championship is beyond his control. It's a total team effort to win it and hopefully harden can find ways to put together his team and win the championship this season.

Well if he can't win at least one right that those stats are nothing to be proud of. In the next 10 years, or after he retires, he will just be remembered as just another pure scorer and good player. Similar to Barkley or Ewing in the past. Good player but not that elite.

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I strongly feel that many players do not care about winning, They play just to collect their millions and give a half hearted attempt at trying. I don't really blame them, people are struggling to survive and here you are pulling in millions for throwing a ball at a metal rim.

Not everyone in the league got a max contract, you need to prove yourself first to the management that your talent worth millions of dollars. But, believe me man, once youre in the league you really care about winning, who doesnt? Thats their passion turned into profit, that means winning first before money.
When you start winning, not only the league would offer you millions of dollars, but also from commercials like signing an offers from a shoe brand. Thereafter you need to always give your best not to lose those offer.

I know people that are in the business and are constantly around these professionals. Some people like Kobe Bryant truly care about winning but many athletes just treat it like a job and are there to do the bare minimum and get paid.

Maybe yes, maybe no, or most of them arent in the same level as Kobe. You can actually see a lot of mediocre players around the league due to the fact that most of the superstar teammates deprived them to unlock their full potential, thus making them look a bit like they havent done something to win. But, yeah I somehow believed that some of them got used to just being get paid to do the job, also the reason why they got sent back to the Development League.

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Quote from: sana54210 on March 21, 2019, 09:52:53 AM

Harden becomes the "SECOND" player after Michael Jordan in 1987, he scored 30+ on all teams

Did Michael Jordan did that 30+ points on all NBA teams in just one season? I think Harden is the first one to do that. But for the whole career of Michael Jordan I believe he did that.

Quote from: sana54210 on March 21, 2019, 09:52:53 AM

averaged I think 37 points a game that season with both a lot less three pointers than harden, a lot less free throws as and a lot less and ones as well.

MJ is really special with that performance, so clutch and shooter in mid-range. But, in today's NBA, players were thought to shoot more 3 not mid range. The game has changed. And about Harden's free throw, that's one of his play, getting a trip to the line. One game he had, he has no free throw as in 0-0 FT/FTM, and had I think below 30 points.

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Quote from: sana54210 on March 21, 2019, 09:52:53 AM

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Just to throw a few more facts here. Larry Bird has also scored 30 or more points against each team in the league in his amazing career. What makes the accomplishment of Harden different is that he did it against 29 teams, opposed to MJ and Bird against 22/23 teams (not sure how many but definitely before the 90s expansion era).

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Quote from: Oasisman on March 20, 2019, 05:55:39 PM

Quote from: BitBustah on March 20, 2019, 09:41:52 AM

I strongly feel that many players do not care about winning, They play just to collect their millions and give a half hearted attempt at trying. I don't really blame them, people are struggling to survive and here you are pulling in millions for throwing a ball at a metal rim.

Not everyone in the league got a max contract, you need to prove yourself first to the management that your talent worth millions of dollars. But, believe me man, once youre in the league you really care about winning, who doesnt? Thats their passion turned into profit, that means winning first before money.
When you start winning, not only the league would offer you millions of dollars, but also from commercials like signing an offers from a shoe brand. Thereafter you need to always give your best not to lose those offer.

I know people that are in the business and are constantly around these professionals. Some people like Kobe Bryant truly care about winning but many athletes just treat it like a job and are there to do the bare minimum and get paid.

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