Luca Doncic was named as the ROY, good for him, he really deserve the award, also Lou Williams got another 6th man award.
Waiting for the NBA MVP now, anyone knows when it will be announce?
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Wow it's nice to see that Giannis has been nominated for two categories even just for one category I'd like him to see get the award any of the two but being part of the finalist is already a great achievement for him. How about the rookie of the year? I'm sure that many are eyeing for Luka Doncic.
when we do talk about his performance which we do see on our very own eyes and it is really a very good achievement.
What excites me on next season is the young players + new rosters.Love to see on which team will take the top spot and also
does Lakers is capable now?
Just only a few hours to go before the live telecast of the 2019 NBA Award.
A recap for awards finalists:
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Kia NBA Most Valuable Player
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden, Houston Rockets
Kia NBA Rookie of the Year
Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns
Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks
Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks
Kia NBA Sixth Man Award
Montrezl Harrell, LA Clippers
Domantas Sabonis, Indiana Pacers
Lou Williams, LA Clippers
Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz
Kia NBA Most Improved Player
De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento Kings
D’Angelo Russell, Brooklyn Nets
Pascal Siakam, Toronto Raptors
NBA Coach of the Year
Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee Bucks
Michael Malone, Denver Nuggets
Doc Rivers, LA Clippers
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden, Houston Rockets
Kia NBA Rookie of the Year
Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns
Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks
Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks
Kia NBA Sixth Man Award
Montrezl Harrell, LA Clippers
Domantas Sabonis, Indiana Pacers
Lou Williams, LA Clippers
Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz
Kia NBA Most Improved Player
De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento Kings
D’Angelo Russell, Brooklyn Nets
Pascal Siakam, Toronto Raptors
NBA Coach of the Year
Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee Bucks
Michael Malone, Denver Nuggets
Doc Rivers, LA Clippers
Looks like James Harden and Lou Williams has a chance to nailed it down again (Harden won MVP last year and Williams won the 6th man award).
Coach of the Year will be tough or should I say I will remove Doc Rivers. Bucks no doubt have a great big change this 2019 season but they are also performing well last year. Nuggets, on the other hand, came from the bottom and surprised everyone with much more big changes.
Who's your bet.
Just only a few hours to go before the live telecast of the 2019 NBA Award.
A recap for awards finalists:
Quote
Kia NBA Most Valuable Player
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden, Houston Rockets
Kia NBA Rookie of the Year
Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns
Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks
Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks
Kia NBA Sixth Man Award
Montrezl Harrell, LA Clippers
Domantas Sabonis, Indiana Pacers
Lou Williams, LA Clippers
Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz
Kia NBA Most Improved Player
De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento Kings
D’Angelo Russell, Brooklyn Nets
Pascal Siakam, Toronto Raptors
NBA Coach of the Year
Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee Bucks
Michael Malone, Denver Nuggets
Doc Rivers, LA Clippers
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
James Harden, Houston Rockets
Kia NBA Rookie of the Year
Deandre Ayton, Phoenix Suns
Luka Dončić, Dallas Mavericks
Trae Young, Atlanta Hawks
Kia NBA Sixth Man Award
Montrezl Harrell, LA Clippers
Domantas Sabonis, Indiana Pacers
Lou Williams, LA Clippers
Kia NBA Defensive Player of the Year
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks
Paul George, Oklahoma City Thunder
Rudy Gobert, Utah Jazz
Kia NBA Most Improved Player
De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento Kings
D’Angelo Russell, Brooklyn Nets
Pascal Siakam, Toronto Raptors
NBA Coach of the Year
Mike Budenholzer, Milwaukee Bucks
Michael Malone, Denver Nuggets
Doc Rivers, LA Clippers
Looks like James Harden and Lou Williams has a chance to nailed it down again (Harden won MVP last year and Williams won the 6th man award).
Coach of the Year will be tough or should I say I will remove Doc Rivers. Bucks no doubt have a great big change this 2019 season but they are also performing well last year. Nuggets, on the other hand, came from the bottom and surprised everyone with much more big changes.
Who's your bet.
So he has still that old grudge at Magic?
Haven't read the news about them shopping centers though, what happen Chandler or Javale not renewed?
They should get a good guard with good shooting %, probably D'Angelo might fit the bill for them, so I wouldn't be surprised if he goes back to the Lakers next season. I'm sure he will be elated to have a chance to play with those two to chase a ring.
That grudge will stay forever. He is hurt by what Magic said to him.
If ever Lakers want Russell then they need AD to take waive that $4m trade kicker in his contract. But I bet he wont. He is not type to surrender that amount just so to win one NBA Finals.
They will be short in cap space if they force Russell with them and what's left is little amount to get trash player as their 2nd stringers.
Kawhi Leonard though turned down his 2019-20 player option and is now UFA. This is going to be a crazy year of trades.
Lol, but Russell is doing good at Nets right? Unless the Nets signs Kyrie then he has no space in the Nets rosters so it will be interesting if he suits up to team upwith Lebron and AD. How about JJ Redick though? I think Lakers, if given the chance should pursue him as threat to the outside.
They can acquired Kyrie while keeping Russell on the lineup.
However, they can get more role players if they will market Russell. No doubt, this guy's value (not with the money) became worth more following his first time All-Star appearance and spectacular performance throughout the season and playoff.
work out and give it's best bringing his game to the next level.
Russell should be teamed up where he can showcase his full talents, trade rumors still ongoing so anything can happen.
I agree, if might not be a good combination to see Russell and Irving though. But we all know that Kyrie won't go to Lakers because of Lebron. So if Russell is more willing to sacrifice salary wise but given more time to play it is a good risk on his end.
And then get some role players that can provide good 10-15 minutes not just in offense but also in defense will be a good combination. So let's see how Lakers are going to build the team around Lebron and AD and some B-players that can deliver.
Lol, but Russell is doing good at Nets right? Unless the Nets signs Kyrie then he has no space in the Nets rosters so it will be interesting if he suits up to team upwith Lebron and AD. How about JJ Redick though? I think Lakers, if given the chance should pursue him as threat to the outside.
They can acquired Kyrie while keeping Russell on the lineup.
However, they can get more role players if they will market Russell. No doubt, this guy's value (not with the money) became worth more following his first time All-Star appearance and spectacular performance throughout the season and playoff.
work out and give it's best bringing his game to the next level.
Russell should be teamed up where he can showcase his full talents, trade rumors still ongoing so anything can happen.
Let's leave trade talks at the moment. What do you guys think of the new bloods next season? Pelicians became an interesting team again after selecting Zion as their first pick. Interesting young line up with that team. Nuggets also got a big young man in bol bol.
The trade talks plus this new players are spicing things up even more. If the nuggets can keep their team intact for the next season, they may reach the west finals. The Pelicians may look exciting with their young and athletic team but I think they'll fall short and not rrach playoffs.
Next season would really be an interesting one because we would see these young players which do have actually the talents that are really capable.
They are all talented and so amazing players! even they are young players next season is more interesting to watch as always.
They are playing their whole life, they are dedicated to the Sports and obviously, they are all amazing players. A lot of people are looking and hoping to the players within the higher picks, I hope they are not the same with the past when most of this players did not do well in the season. Free agents and new players, another season, another champion?
Lol, but Russell is doing good at Nets right? Unless the Nets signs Kyrie then he has no space in the Nets rosters so it will be interesting if he suits up to team upwith Lebron and AD. How about JJ Redick though? I think Lakers, if given the chance should pursue him as threat to the outside.
They can acquired Kyrie while keeping Russell on the lineup.
However, they can get more role players if they will market Russell. No doubt, this guy's value (not with the money) became worth more following his first time All-Star appearance and spectacular performance throughout the season and playoff.
But who is really on the trend now?
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
I knew it, I remember the surname Bol as a tall NBA players in the past, I saw some highlights from this center but I don't think his son will be better than him, but anyway that's remain to be seen, I just don't see the body and his height is just 7′ 2″, we have that height in the NBA with bigger body.
Good analysis.
Indeed it is a different era now. Any tall player who can shoot the ball in perimeter or the 3 point line will be worth the minutes in game.
That is how GSW plays are made although they are not tall but they have shooters confusing the defense.
If he can also do post up, it will be better. Just like what Jokic is doing. Post up then wait for the play to ripen to get a better percentage shot.
Big guys who have a greater range of seeing the whole floor can do this.
Rumors are out there and it looks like Lakers are looking for a center.
DeAndre Jordan or Vucevic are their options.
Another rumor is D’Angelo Russell is interested again to sign with Lakers since Magic is not there anymore.
So he has still that old grudge at Magic?
Haven't read the news about them shopping centers though, what happen Chandler or Javale not renewed?
They should get a good guard with good shooting %, probably D'Angelo might fit the bill for them, so I wouldn't be surprised if he goes back to the Lakers next season. I'm sure he will be elated to have a chance to play with those two to chase a ring.
But who is really on the trend now?
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
I knew it, I remember the surname Bol as a tall NBA players in the past, I saw some highlights from this center but I don't think his son will be better than him, but anyway that's remain to be seen, I just don't see the body and his height is just 7′ 2″, we have that height in the NBA with bigger body.
Good analysis.
Indeed it is a different era now. Any tall player who can shoot the ball in perimeter or the 3 point line will be worth the minutes in game.
That is how GSW plays are made although they are not tall but they have shooters confusing the defense.
If he can also do post up, it will be better. Just like what Jokic is doing. Post up then wait for the play to ripen to get a better percentage shot.
Big guys who have a greater range of seeing the whole floor can do this.
Rumors are out there and it looks like Lakers are looking for a center.
DeAndre Jordan or Vucevic are their options.
Another rumor is D’Angelo Russell is interested again to sign with Lakers since Magic is not there anymore.
Let's leave trade talks at the moment. What do you guys think of the new bloods next season? Pelicians became an interesting team again after selecting Zion as their first pick. Interesting young line up with that team. Nuggets also got a big young man in bol bol.
The trade talks plus this new players are spicing things up even more. If the nuggets can keep their team intact for the next season, they may reach the west finals. The Pelicians may look exciting with their young and athletic team but I think they'll fall short and not rrach playoffs.
Next season would really be an interesting one because we would see these young players which do have actually the talents that are really capable.
They are all talented and so amazing players! even they are young players next season is more interesting to watch as always.
But who is really on the trend now?
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
I knew it, I remember the surname Bol as a tall NBA players in the past, I saw some highlights from this center but I don't think his son will be better than him, but anyway that's remain to be seen, I just don't see the body and his height is just 7′ 2″, we have that height in the NBA with bigger body.
Good analysis.
Indeed it is a different era now. Any tall player who can shoot the ball in perimeter or the 3 point line will be worth the minutes in game.
That is how GSW plays are made although they are not tall but they have shooters confusing the defense.
If he can also do post up, it will be better. Just like what Jokic is doing. Post up then wait for the play to ripen to get a better percentage shot.
Big guys who have a greater range of seeing the whole floor can do this.
Rumors are out there and it looks like Lakers are looking for a center.
DeAndre Jordan or Vucevic are their options.
Another rumor is D’Angelo Russell is interested again to sign with Lakers since Magic is not there anymore.
But who is really on the trend now?
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
The 44th draft pick for the Miami Heat and then traded to Denver. Bol Manute Bol. Let us see what this big guy can do in NBA. Will he surpass his father?!
I knew it, I remember the surname Bol as a tall NBA players in the past, I saw some highlights from this center but I don't think his son will be better than him, but anyway that's remain to be seen, I just don't see the body and his height is just 7′ 2″, we have that height in the NBA with bigger body.
With the first three picks seems locked and secured all teams are inquiring the availability of the 4th pick which is supposed to be Darius Garland. New Orleans are more likely to give it away for anyone who will offer up the best veteran player in exchange for it. I don't know who or for what team it will be traded for but as Woj said it will be a busy draft night for the teams and fans since every pick, 4th and onwards are all made available by the teams who are not satisfied to what player is available in their turn.
^I was on point when I said that the 4th pick will be traded but I didn't expect that New Orleans did the wrong route by just taking up lower picks in exchange for it. They don't look like they want to build up with something for Zion Williamson this year so they have pick other rookies in the draft. Also I was really expecting that Minnesota will be the one who will get it and draft Garland but things didn't work out and got the 6th pick and land Culver which they say is an NBA ready prospect in the draft, looking forward on seeing him in summer league and see what he could bring to the team.
Nuggets also got a big young man in bol bol.
I think the Nuggets had good big men and I don't think they need another one unless they make a trade.Why not? The new addition could shoot well also. In today's game, any big who could spread the floor, protect the rim, and score inside is a great addition.
Bol Bol is not as tall as his father but even with that fact he is a tall guy with a good shot, the problem seems to be his medicals. Normally he was seen around as a lottery pick but the medicals came out bad. Not like just now bad but as in its a lifelong thing bad where when someone is too tall and their legs rub against each other their knees get too weak eventually crack which for example what took Yao Ming out so early in his career, Yao could have played another 5 years if he was healthy.
So, any team that actually wants to have Bol Bol will have few good years with him for sure but dude will be at most 10 season player if not less. That is why nobody really wanted to pick him even though he is a good player. Denver seems to have a great medical team so they will do their best but suns has the best medical team I am sure they could have max his potential.
So, any team that actually wants to have Bol Bol will have few good years with him for sure but dude will be at most 10 season player if not less. That is why nobody really wanted to pick him even though he is a good player. Denver seems to have a great medical team so they will do their best but suns has the best medical team I am sure they could have max his potential.
Rumors could happen, but this one, I think it's less likely to happen as Raptors would do everything to keep the "Klaw".
I heard some rumors that the Clippers have locked up Kahwi. If the move will happen, it'll be fun to see the clippers vs. lakers battle for the top team in L.A.
This guy will be also be lucky to be mentored by a fun guy champ and an MVP.
This guy will be also be lucky to be mentored by a fun guy champ and an MVP.
48. Clippers draft Terance Mann
56. Clippers draft Jaylen Hands (officially traded to Brooklyn Nets)
I heard some rumors that the Clippers have locked up Kahwi. If the move will happen, it'll be fun to see the clippers vs. lakers battle for the top team in L.A.
This guy will be also be lucky to be mentored by a fun guy champ and an MVP.
This guy will be also be lucky to be mentored by a fun guy champ and an MVP.
48. Clippers draft Terance Mann
56. Clippers draft Jaylen Hands (officially traded to Brooklyn Nets)
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