A playoffs kind of game from the Detroit Pistons and Toronto Raptors.
Pistons badly need that win to stay at the 7th spot with 31 wins now and if this will stay they may be really playing Raptors at the playoff matchup at 7th vs 2nd spot.
Casey ex coach of the Raptors very emotional in the game and leaving the floor after they won it. Looks like there is still some hate in his heart or he could just be very competitive.
Reggie Jackson and Drummond made some clutch shots for the game winner.
Hope to see more of this kind of games.
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People are putting too much bearing on championships when discussing who is the greatest. I think Lebron is a better overall player than Jordan. The 6 rings doesn't matter to me because Jordan always had stacked teams and Pippen is better than any player Lebron has ever played with.
Lebron playes with a lot of great players in his time Dwayne Wade, Chris Bosh, Kyrie Irving, and even Ray Allen which all of them have he won championships with. But I am not here to argue with you sadly the truth is before you can even be included in the talks for being the greatest of all time you need to win a lot of championships that is why you won't hear names such as Tracy Mcgrady, Charles Barkley, George Gervin, Dominique Wilkins, or even Karl Malone in that kind of talks. Both the sports fans and analysts have mutually agreed that championships are an important thing for a player to be the GOAT. I partly agree, being a champ is one of the key factor for a player to be included in the Goat talks, but the number of championships a player have, doesnt necessarily matters. Take Bill Russel as an example. IMO and keen observation, a player could be included in the GOAT talks in terms of how he influenced the game and the team. Some might say Lebron doesnt even deserved to in that conversation, but look how he change the game, we havent seen a 6'8 250 pounds who is very quick and versatile and a good all around player.
People are putting too much bearing on championships when discussing who is the greatest. I think Lebron is a better overall player than Jordan. The 6 rings doesn't matter to me because Jordan always had stacked teams and Pippen is better than any player Lebron has ever played with.
Lebron playes with a lot of great players in his time Dwayne Wade, Chris Bosh, Kyrie Irving, and even Ray Allen which all of them have he won championships with. But I am not here to argue with you sadly the truth is before you can even be included in the talks for being the greatest of all time you need to win a lot of championships that is why you won't hear names such as Tracy Mcgrady, Charles Barkley, George Gervin, Dominique Wilkins, or even Karl Malone in that kind of talks. Both the sports fans and analysts have mutually agreed that championships are an important thing for a player to be the GOAT. 
People are putting too much bearing on championships when discussing who is the greatest. I think Lebron is a better overall player than Jordan. The 6 rings doesn't matter to me because Jordan always had stacked teams and Pippen is better than any player Lebron has ever played with.
Jeeeesus Christ, how the hell do you lose to SUNS, the team that is basically tanking to get a pick. I mean if you can't beat suns who are you suppose to win against? I am calling it for Lakers, they are not making the playoffs at all. From now on I feel like even Lebron won't even try to make it to playoffs, they are going to just give up.
Lol, I can feel your frustrations man. It might be that the Lakers are not really trying to get into the playoffs although mathematically possible, I doubt that they will really push through this season.
This game was the breaking point, Luke Walton will be fired, he will probably find an assistant coaching job somewhere else more likely than not, also Lebron will probably be "injured" for the last games and they will just miss playoffs and not even get a good draft this year anyway. They need to start putting ALL of their work towards getting someone great on this free agency or they will be seriously screwed. They have no other chance than get AT LEAST one more super star like Anthony Davis (anyone at that level would be fine) or they will continue to suck next year too.
It's possible that Luke could be relegated to the assistant position and Lakers management will hire someone more experience to deal with superstars like Lebron. There could be changes in the line up as well, specially with those veterans with just a 1 year contract with the team.
Jeeeesus Christ, how the hell do you lose to SUNS, the team that is basically tanking to get a pick. I mean if you can't beat suns who are you suppose to win against? I am calling it for Lakers, they are not making the playoffs at all. From now on I feel like even Lebron won't even try to make it to playoffs, they are going to just give up.
This game was the breaking point, Luke Walton will be fired, he will probably find an assistant coaching job somewhere else more likely than not, also Lebron will probably be "injured" for the last games and they will just miss playoffs and not even get a good draft this year anyway. They need to start putting ALL of their work towards getting someone great on this free agency or they will be seriously screwed. They have no other chance than get AT LEAST one more super star like Anthony Davis (anyone at that level would be fine) or they will continue to suck next year too.
This game was the breaking point, Luke Walton will be fired, he will probably find an assistant coaching job somewhere else more likely than not, also Lebron will probably be "injured" for the last games and they will just miss playoffs and not even get a good draft this year anyway. They need to start putting ALL of their work towards getting someone great on this free agency or they will be seriously screwed. They have no other chance than get AT LEAST one more super star like Anthony Davis (anyone at that level would be fine) or they will continue to suck next year too.
I guess the fans would be saying now, what if they have Davis? It's sure be a different story.
Oh well, the drama has really taken a toll of their team. Look at them today, from a series playoff contender before all the drama from dead spot. They should have gotten that AD scenario and should focus more on the game since Lebron is already back, unfortunately, they have lost again and the interest of their young players and the hope of getting to the playoffs is gone.
As for the veterans? It's gonna be over as well, we don't know if their contract are going to be extended after this season, veterans like Javale, Rondo, Lance and Chandler career will be up in the air that's for sure.
You can't say that he isn't thirsty for another ring. He moves to Lakers, he needs to prove he can bring a championship to the city. If he doesn't have the thirst then it's better for him to retire. He still has a lot to prove because he claims to be the GOAT, but with just 3 championships, how can you call yourself the greatest?
Talking about retirement its way too far actually and there are still lots of things to prove out.I cant deny that seeing LeBron on playoffs do really adds up the entertainment.
I guess the fans would be saying now, what if they have Davis? It's sure be a different story.
Oh well, the drama has really taken a toll of their team. Look at them today, from a series playoff contender before all the drama from dead spot. They should have gotten that AD scenario and should focus more on the game since Lebron is already back, unfortunately, they have lost again and the interest of their young players and the hope of getting to the playoffs is gone.
As for the veterans? It's gonna be over as well, we don't know if their contract are going to be extended after this season, veterans like Javale, Rondo, Lance and Chandler career will be up in the air that's for sure.
You can't say that he isn't thirsty for another ring. He moves to Lakers, he needs to prove he can bring a championship to the city. If he doesn't have the thirst then it's better for him to retire. He still has a lot to prove because he claims to be the GOAT, but with just 3 championships, how can you call yourself the greatest?
I guess the fans would be saying now, what if they have Davis? It's sure be a different story.
Oh well, the drama has really taken a toll of their team. Look at them today, from a series playoff contender before all the drama from dead spot. They should have gotten that AD scenario and should focus more on the game since Lebron is already back, unfortunately, they have lost again and the interest of their young players and the hope of getting to the playoffs is gone.
As for the veterans? It's gonna be over as well, we don't know if their contract are going to be extended after this season, veterans like Javale, Rondo, Lance and Chandler career will be up in the air that's for sure.
I guess the fans would be saying now, what if they have Davis? It's sure be a different story.
Oh well, the drama has really taken a toll of their team. Look at them today, from a series playoff contender before all the drama from dead spot. They should have gotten that AD scenario and should focus more on the game since Lebron is already back, unfortunately, they have lost again and the interest of their young players and the hope of getting to the playoffs is gone.
As for the veterans? It's gonna be over as well, we don't know if their contract are going to be extended after this season, veterans like Javale, Rondo, Lance and Chandler career will be up in the air that's for sure.
Losing streaks had been happening after Lebron is back. But have you seen their games while he is in injury? 
They have a bad record when Lebron was injured and his first game back they won. But since the pressure is on for the team, they are not playing like the normal these past few days and that makes them loss more games.
The expectation is over for this team, Phoenix Suns is not a thread, instead it's a bad team but they cannot pull a win.
I guess the fans would be saying now, what if they have Davis? It's sure be a different story.
You guys watching the Lakers today?
Seems like they are at it again, they might loss this game because they suns are still leading.
If they cannot beat this team which is the worst team in the NBA, then I guess we have to say goodbye on their hope.
Seems like they are at it again, they might loss this game because they suns are still leading.
If they cannot beat this team which is the worst team in the NBA, then I guess we have to say goodbye on their hope.
The Phoenix Suns was able to hold off the Lakers late rally, winning 118-109. James did a magnificent jump trying to get the Lakers back in the game in the last minutes and was able to pull within 3, but that was it as the Suns got to the free throws in the final minute and hitting six to close the slow. James almost had a triple double, 27 points, 16 assists and nine rebounds. Yes, say goodbye to their playoff hope this season with that crucial lost again.
It is going to hurt the veterans with just a year contract in Lakers.
They really want that playoff spot but they need to do their best to get it.
Losing streaks had been happening after Lebron is back. But have you seen their games while he is in injury?
It aint funny but that is a fact. James almost got triple double in every game but why the hell are they losing? Is it really the role players who are having a problem or vice versa?
Every time Lebron is back they have been having a hard time to move on the floor. I dont know why but they will need to talk about that.
Eastern Conference.
Magic and Piston with 30 wins at 7th and 8th spot while Hornets is still trying to get the 8th spot at 29 wins and Heat at 28 wins.
Western Conference.
Now this is way far. They need perfect wins here.
Spurs and Clippers at 35 wins for the 7th and 8th spot. While Kings at 31 wins and Lakers at 30.
It is not the end but they need perfection in both offense and defense.
You guys watching the Lakers today?
Seems like they are at it again, they might loss this game because they suns are still leading.
If they cannot beat this team which is the worst team in the NBA, then I guess we have to say goodbye on their hope.
Seems like they are at it again, they might loss this game because they suns are still leading.
If they cannot beat this team which is the worst team in the NBA, then I guess we have to say goodbye on their hope.
The Phoenix Suns was able to hold off the Lakers late rally, winning 118-109. James did a magnificent jump trying to get the Lakers back in the game in the last minutes and was able to pull within 3, but that was it as the Suns got to the free throws in the final minute and hitting six to close the slow. James almost had a triple double, 27 points, 16 assists and nine rebounds. Yes, say goodbye to their playoff hope this season with that crucial lost again.
You guys watching the Lakers today?
Seems like they are at it again, they might loss this game because they suns are still leading.
If they cannot beat this team which is the worst team in the NBA, then I guess we have to say goodbye on their hope.
Seems like they are at it again, they might loss this game because they suns are still leading.
If they cannot beat this team which is the worst team in the NBA, then I guess we have to say goodbye on their hope.
Bucks won 131-120
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
Indeed it was a great game. Very close but in the end Bucks looked solid and the scored more points.
Pau is a great player, but he is too old. I don't think how much he will contribute to the team at this age.
Did you see how many minutes Vince carter played last night and they went into 4 overtimes! Only two other times have teams scored so many in a game going into overtime after overtime after overtime.
He is 42 years old and he still has the energy of those who are half his age still in the game at that length.
Bucks won 131-120
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
That's a fresh news and a good news for the bucks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
Let me add some source about it - https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/pau-gasol-plans-to-sign-with-bucks-after-agreeing-on-a-contract-buyout-with-spurs-per-report/
On the other hand, the Lakers again struggle and they were not able to win their home game, the bucks are on a winning streak at the expense of Lakers.
It should be a must win for them but they choke in the 4th, what will happen to their playoff chose now?
strive to close the gap and ended the game with 11 point lead. LA fans now are dismayed on what happened since the chance for play-offs is becoming more slimmer and slimmer as they loss
into their games.
I don't know if you can called choke on that one. But it seems they get tired in the 4th quarter as what the announcer has said specially on Lebron James. You just have to look at some of the Lakers, they just standing there as if it's already a lose cause but there's a lot of minutes still in the game but they seems to freeze or are very tired already, that's why the Bucks gets the win against James.
Bucks won 131-120
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
Indeed it was a great game. Very close but in the end Bucks looked solid and the scored more points.
Pau is a great player, but he is too old. I don't think how much he will contribute to the team at this age.
scoring more and keep the lead away from lakers, with Gasol's additions the team will have good interior even his already old considering the talent
and the maturity that he still have, we will see how he can adjust and contribute.
Noticed how the eastern conference became strong when LeBron is the west right now. No wonder Giannis deserves to be the captain of the west, he just proved his doubters before and during the draft day. He is absolutely a greek freak, plus the addition of some talents and Gasol. This team will have a good chance in the finals.
Bucks won 131-120
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
Indeed it was a great game. Very close but in the end Bucks looked solid and the scored more points.
Pau is a great player, but he is too old. I don't think how much he will contribute to the team at this age.
scoring more and keep the lead away from lakers, with Gasol's additions the team will have good interior even his already old considering the talent
and the maturity that he still have, we will see how he can adjust and contribute.
Bucks have only as further as finals they can be realistically looking, don't get me wrong finals is no joke and its a good experience for the whole team but honestly there is absolutely no way a team like bucks could take warriors in 7 games, I bet it would be more realistic if warriors swept them.
Giannis is one of the best players in the league right now and he is still super young so bucks is looking for a great future right now and with Pops long time student Bud at the coaching they have improved a lot this year. However who could guard curry there? Bledsoe? Klay? Middleton? Maybe Giannis can keep Durant from scoring a lot but even that is doubtful.
I think raptors, Sixers and Celtics all have a shot but Celtics looking like they are not doing so well and Sixers are looking like they are showing how young the team is not only in age but also time spent together however no matter how tough the east will be this year in the end warriors will win whoever comes to the finals.
Giannis is one of the best players in the league right now and he is still super young so bucks is looking for a great future right now and with Pops long time student Bud at the coaching they have improved a lot this year. However who could guard curry there? Bledsoe? Klay? Middleton? Maybe Giannis can keep Durant from scoring a lot but even that is doubtful.
I think raptors, Sixers and Celtics all have a shot but Celtics looking like they are not doing so well and Sixers are looking like they are showing how young the team is not only in age but also time spent together however no matter how tough the east will be this year in the end warriors will win whoever comes to the finals.
Bucks won 131-120
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
That's a fresh news and a good news for the bucks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLDLp4pyyYE
The Bucks are gonna add a new player to their squad : Pau Gasol who just left the Spurs.
Let me add some source about it - https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/pau-gasol-plans-to-sign-with-bucks-after-agreeing-on-a-contract-buyout-with-spurs-per-report/
On the other hand, the Lakers again struggle and they were not able to win their home game, the bucks are on a winning streak at the expense of Lakers.
It should be a must win for them but they choke in the 4th, what will happen to their playoff chose now?
strive to close the gap and ended the game with 11 point lead. LA fans now are dismayed on what happened since the chance for play-offs is becoming more slimmer and slimmer as they loss
into their games.
Right, considering that the game is held on Lakers homecourt, I thought that they will perform above and can upset the Bucks, unfortunately, we don't know what happened as they wasn't able to retain their momentum after they take the lead in the fourth quarter and allow the Bucks gets closer and take the lead in the closing minutes.
It's going to be a uphill climb for them and yes, the chances of making the playoffs is getting slimmer with their every lost.
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