Topic: 2019 NBA Pre-Season - page 251. (Read 914689 times)

It is kind of frustrating that the Lakers just won by 5 points. They had a big lead; I think it was around the 3rd quarter when they subbed Bron out. I actually did not watch the game after that since I knew it would be a sure win for the Lakers because they had a big lead. Then hours passed when I saw the result: the Lakers just won by 5 points. It is one of the Lakers issues that they should fix, especially since playoffs are near and teams are unpredictable when playoffs come. But anyways, it was still a good game for the Lakers, as 5 Lakers scored in double digits and 4 of them scored 25+ points, and this is the first time the Lakers scored 150 in a single game after many years!

I hope they can continue this pace, win the play-in games, and be tough in the playoffs.

Even with monster stats of Lakers including AD it’s really surprising to see that score of Pacers is just 5 points lower than Laker. Pacers score aside from Siakam is just below 20 points that shows a team effort to counter the aggression of Lakers star line-up monster performance. This all the Lakers get with that AD total control on the paint.

Haliburton just score 12 that shows how important to create a play instead of personal stats just to win the game.

Nice win on your bet with that long betbuilder bet.

This is the kind of AD that we like to see in the playoffs, seems like they'll make it to the playoffs as they'll likely win the play-in in case they'll not hit the number 6 rank. It was a high scoring game, fast pace and the 3 point shooting is very accurate, 50% for Indiana while 48% for the Lakers.

We also have to notice Dinwiddie as he had some great game here, 26 points from 8-11 shooting is pretty much impressive.

Can't wait to see this team in the play-offs and I know it will happen so I'm backing them all their remaining games.

Offensive battle, LA LAkers versus the Indiana Pacers. What a score! That almost went to 300 points total. 5 points shy.
And because of that, the stats of every player are filled. And thanks to that I won this.


Crazy stats for Anthony Davis 36 points and 16 rebounds, he dominated the painted area and underneath the rim, that is where he got most of his points.
But the Pacers also have Siakam who had been phenomenal in 3-point plays using the attack on the paint.
Still, the Lakers won the game, and that made their standing get near the Dallas Mavericks. 39 wins for the Lakers, and 41 for the Mavs. The Lakers would need to win every possible game that they can.

The Warriors on the other hand sure played well in the first half but Naz Reid kept on countering them with his precise 3-point shooting. If not for him it could've been a blowout game because Antman cannot find rhythm early in the game. Wolves won at the end of regulation.

They've got a good lead during the first half but the home team made a comeback rally in the 2nd half and take another home win, I agree with your observation, CP3 still have his skills but in terms of defense with taller and quicker players he became a liability, bringing him and Curry together is a risk that the oppossing team may take advantage, though they can guard up but the 2nd chance points that where the competition, Gobert take that advantage as he has a double- double performances here.

No offense with CP3 the chance of having a ring with the Warriors might be too far or the chance is slim, as even the play-in is not secure yet, Rockets is shadowing them and the chance of snatching the last spot can happen.

There chances are getting slim, how many games we have left? 12-13? If they don't start winning and then the Houston Rockets continues with their winning streak. It might be over for the Warriors this season. And that experiment of having 30+ big 3 or big 4 if we wanted to call it with CP3, it's not working for the Warriors.

And they should have peaked as we close down the regular season, but the 2 weeks of March was brutal to them, Curry misses some games and they continue to struggle against top and defensive team. Houston though also had a tough schedule in their last games left so it will be interesting to see them playing great specially if they are teh underdogs.

Nah, the Warriors dynasty are long gone. Their small ball play don't work anymore. Now, they are on the brink of being eliminated even in the play-in tournament. The Rockets are red hot winning 9 of their last 10 games and now they are on 8-game winning streak, while the Warriors are on a 2-game losing streak. The Rockets could've surely make it if Sengun wasn't injured, but I also think they can actually make it to the play-in this year. The Warriors have a tough schedule ahead that could potentially extend the number of losses.
The Lakers on the other hand may have already secured their spot in the play-in after winning 3 consecutive games and established a comfortable lead ahead the Warriors in the 9th seed.

I guess I know what is the problem with the Warriors. They should sit CP3, or just limit his minutes because he isn't helping a lot. He still has the passing ability and a little bit of shooting but he is a big liability in defense. I'm sure a lot of us here remember that the Warriors were on winning streak when CP3 was sitting, so he should start sitting now as they can't afford to experience another loss.

Although the game between the wolves was close, they had a good lead but allowed the home team to cover and that they loss in the  4th quarter.

They are not the same anymore because there are player/s in the team that just live on his name but not on his actual contributio.
Just like uncle drew said " he got a million dollar move but 50 cents finish".. LOL

Lots of games left and there would be a lot of changes to happen that's why we cannot be so sure on the result since there might be changes to happen on top 9 and 10 on standing. But we can say that rockets still kicking since they are doing an impressive performance and there's huge chance that they can replace the 10th seed on the west which is the struggling Warriors. If they can able to win 2 more games for sure they have good chance to enter on play in. Don't know what happen to Warriors this season and it seems their current rotation is not effective anymore so maybe they need to change their strategy since they always got defeated nor struggle each game they played. A lot still believe that Warriors can get into the playoffs but I think the chances for that to happen is so low now that they losing and that can affect their morale.

Let me check the odds for yah.. Here (https://sportsbet.io/sports/event/basketball/usa/nba/nba-23-24-6490d1eb11281ad1f2fbdce3).. you can see that it's already at x46.. it has increase by 1 after that loss probably. Now is the time to bet on the Warriors if we feel confident they are gonna win the NBA Finals.

Aside from the Warriors, I also love the Maverics to win the title with x31 currently. They are just a great team now, I have nothing to say against their performance and I liked them more because they are healthy.

Still plenty of games to be played mate. Anything can happen, the Warriors, Lakers and the Rockets, they are close to each other but it's also possible tha teams above them might drop in ranking. The Warriors really struggled, I mean they loss again the Wolves, their 4th quarter was bad and Klay could not sink the game tying game. Timberwolves are just too good this season, they loss KAT but they are still rolling.

The Warriors? I guess I like to bet on them to make it to the playoffs, if there's an odds, I like to see. Also, I checked the championships odds in the last few days and I see the Warriors having an odds of x45, guess it's very attractive, what do you think?

I agree, Rockets has a easy sailing in their last games or so, unless they suddenly went cold. But I doubt it, they have the momentum now, playing great without Sengun and everyone in the floor wanted to contributed. As compare to the Warriors, in which their age as showing in the 82 grueling seasons game. Klay is underperforming, Curry's average points per game is going down, chemistry is not working well. And right now the Warriors are trailing the Wolves in the last minutes of the 4th quarter. Everything looks doom for the Warriors now.

Will based on my observation most of those team they defeated in last 10 games are not even making playoffs or even make play-in tournament this year and should they really win against that team (Jazz, Portland, Spurs and Wizzard). Even they're close to Warriors for able to play play-in tournament still for me they will not making this play-in tournament this year. And I think these last 12 games only 3 games of them will win for Rockets.

Rockets are likely to make the play-in anyway, Warriors will be out. The Warriors can win very few of their remaining games. The interesting thing is that the Mavericks are very decisive here. Both teams will play the Mavericks twice. The Rockets and Warriors also play each other. It's almost certain that the Rockets will pass the Warriors.
They win with VanVleet and Green without Şengün. Jeff Green is also making the maximum contribution from the bench. We've watched so many Rockets games this season that we have memorized the team's game. They found a way to win even without Şengün. 8 wins in a row is a great achievement and it will probably continue.

If that is the case, then good for the Rockets to move up in 10th place and go for a play-in. At least it will be a great opportunity for the young team. Jalen Green has been playing great in their winning streak and becoming the new leader as far as scoring goes.

There were even memes of him that he became Michael Jordan when he is ordered to pay for child support, Lol.

But let's see how the Warriors will respond, if they didn't make it to the 10th and fight for a slot in a the playoff, there could be big changes for them next season.

It is indeed very surprising that they are doing this without Sengun. I find it almost incredible that how these players are playing now, compare to 1-2 months ago or even last year. It almost seems like something magical has happened. That being said, they were up against some relatively easy teams and managed to got the Ws but they are in the mood now, they will probably continue having a streak. They play with a different tactic without Sengun, which is very normal. There is only one reason for their new success, and that is that they started to made threes. Last month they shot so badly that it was very difficult for them to win games in the nba.

It's an important game for the Warriors since the standing for the 10th position is now close, a game away from the Rockets and their next assignment is against the Wolves who we are seeing great improvements, as even KAT is not around Edwards and the rest of the squad is really bringing the damage, they are complete in terms of players who can provide good help for Edwards, while with GSW, they are doing the same system and it will be depends from how the core players will play.

Still got the numbers of games that might change the whole standing in the west side, teams who have that strong desire to move in the next round will need to push their way in winning their remaining games.

The Suns just need to give him more playing time. They can develop him and he'd surely become one of their contributors. But I am not just sure with the contract that's given to him.

Well then, forget about that but as long as he's there in the Suns to play for them and his contract not yet expiring soon. That's what's important as of now.

We've got preferences but possible.

Well, the father will make the son cry again in the playoffs.
If the current standings will be the standings for the playoffs, both the Mavericks and the Suns will only face when they reach the Conference Finals which is for me, low to no chance. TBH, I don't think that both teams will be facing in the playoffs because they might get eliminated already. I love both the Mavericks, and the Suns, but I have a feeling that they might get eliminated in the first round. I hope I'm wrong though.

As for the Rockets, they are continuing their winning streak, and looking at their remaining games, most of them are against bottom teams already compare to the Warriors that has a harder schedule than them. TBH, I'm thinking that the Rockets might end up getting that 10th spot or even the 9th if they continue to play like this. Surprisingly, they are doing this without Sengun. I guess it's a blessing in disguise for the team because players like Jalen Green and others are stepping up, still fighting for that play-in spot.

I can't think of any player that's impressive on defense, and on offense.
Like you said, I don't also think that the Suns are a team to watch out in the West because of 2 reasons and you said it already. Defense, and injuries. It's kind of funny that a team filled with G-league players have a better defensive rating than them.

Anyway, if there's any team in the West that other teams must watch out with, it's the defending champs. I also put a huge bet on them on Stake that they will win the Western Conference, and the title as well.

Every good perennial team needs a Bruce bowen type of player that you can use to sick on the opponents best player.  I agree with everything but still think they are good enough to challenge deep into the playoffs.  Any team with Durant on it will always be in the mix.  Dude is impossible to cover and can get his shot whenever he wants.  They will have issues with a Denver type of team, they won't be able to stop jokic with that D.