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February 16, 2024, 09:35:38 PM
While we’re talking about Draymond Green… This clip of him laying injured on the ground while the teams continue to play multiple possessions is crazy. Why didn’t Steve Kerr take a timeout? Why didn’t any of the Warriors commit a foul? It’s pretty disrespectful what they did here.

https://x.com/barstoolsports/status/1757988408410931593

He was obviously not injured. He was just right there lying down trying to get some attention. He was acting, overacting. It wasn't even a foul. It was his hand that hit his face. His left hand was slapping his own face. Lol. Well, that's Draymond Green.

But yes it looks weird. But not because nobody seemed to care but because of how long he lied down there even if the ball has already transferred possessions and scores were already made. Can he not get up? It wasn't even his legs that got hit. Yes, Steve Kerr should have taken a time-out and give him a dress down.

Maybe Kerr had enough of Draymond Green's corny and nonsense drama. I think Steve Kerr and the Warriors are showing that they are not interested in Draymond's flop. It also serves as a warning to Draymond that the team is not wasting time out, especially during the last few minutes. Imagine if it happened in the last few minutes of a close game. Draymond will once again cost GSW a fortune.

I think GSW should make some changes if they fail to enter the playoffs. The Lakers are making every move to get another player while Lebron is still in his A-game and GSW should do the same because Curry's effort will be wasted.

If this kind of behavior will continue, it might drag the entire team down. This antic of Draymond's should stop because it might put the team's play-offs goal in jeopardy. His absence was already a big loss to the team. That should be enough for him. Now that he's back in the game, he should shape up. He shouldn't add an unnecessary problem to the team that's already falling short. Curry is still dependable, but Klay has somehow softened a bit inside the court. His stats are quite low.
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February 16, 2024, 06:46:52 PM
Since he didn't selected, Domantas Sabonis made crazy triple-double averages. He made 18 triple-doubles this season. It's really ridiculous that he wasn't selected. If he played for a Los Angeles team, he would have been selected. When you're in Sacramento, it's tough.

It's time for All-Star Weekend. Tonight Rising Stars game will be played. I don't like the new system at all. I prefer to watch a typical Rookies vs. Sophomores game. NBA should really think about their changes and its impact on the stream. I probably sleep instead of watching the game. Saturday will be fun though. Patiently waiting for the slam dunk contest.

I know that sports leagues such as the NBA and NFL, even the MLB..to a lesser extent have been trying to mix things up a bit and make their respective sports more interesting or entertaining, but like you I liked when the rising stars game was simply Freshman vs Sophomores.  I also don't like how they changed up the All Star game itself, not just the simple East vs West, 4 quarters played.  It's just easier to gamble on the game that way.  Not that it's a very smart weekend to bet, still makes it more exciting.

I haven't even seen who's in the dunk contest, will have to check it out.

For some reason Jacob toppin from the Knicks is in the dunk contest.  He has been on theor g league team and just came up a little bit ago because knicks have like 5 or 6 guys out long term.  I loved when the dunk contest had stars in it.  Seems now like it's more unknown guys going at it.  I too liked when it was east vs west.  Seemed like kind of a rivalry.  Still entertaining.
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February 16, 2024, 05:29:45 PM
Since he didn't selected, Domantas Sabonis made crazy triple-double averages. He made 18 triple-doubles this season. It's really ridiculous that he wasn't selected. If he played for a Los Angeles team, he would have been selected. When you're in Sacramento, it's tough.

It's time for All-Star Weekend. Tonight Rising Stars game will be played. I don't like the new system at all. I prefer to watch a typical Rookies vs. Sophomores game. NBA should really think about their changes and its impact on the stream. I probably sleep instead of watching the game. Saturday will be fun though. Patiently waiting for the slam dunk contest.

I know that sports leagues such as the NBA and NFL, even the MLB..to a lesser extent have been trying to mix things up a bit and make their respective sports more interesting or entertaining, but like you I liked when the rising stars game was simply Freshman vs Sophomores.  I also don't like how they changed up the All Star game itself, not just the simple East vs West, 4 quarters played.  It's just easier to gamble on the game that way.  Not that it's a very smart weekend to bet, still makes it more exciting.

I haven't even seen who's in the dunk contest, will have to check it out.

Here are the entries for 2024 Slam Dunk contest,



https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1755659321935884300

McLung electrified us with his dunks last year and he put the crowd on his feet. And so we will see if he can defend his belt here. Not sure why though the entries is just 4 for this year, and it includes, Jaylen Brown and Toppin.

I think Toppin will be a close second here as I think McLung will put up another show for us fans.
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February 16, 2024, 04:44:47 PM
Since he didn't selected, Domantas Sabonis made crazy triple-double averages. He made 18 triple-doubles this season. It's really ridiculous that he wasn't selected. If he played for a Los Angeles team, he would have been selected. When you're in Sacramento, it's tough.

It's time for All-Star Weekend. Tonight Rising Stars game will be played. I don't like the new system at all. I prefer to watch a typical Rookies vs. Sophomores game. NBA should really think about their changes and its impact on the stream. I probably sleep instead of watching the game. Saturday will be fun though. Patiently waiting for the slam dunk contest.

I know that sports leagues such as the NBA and NFL, even the MLB..to a lesser extent have been trying to mix things up a bit and make their respective sports more interesting or entertaining, but like you I liked when the rising stars game was simply Freshman vs Sophomores.  I also don't like how they changed up the All Star game itself, not just the simple East vs West, 4 quarters played.  It's just easier to gamble on the game that way.  Not that it's a very smart weekend to bet, still makes it more exciting.

I haven't even seen who's in the dunk contest, will have to check it out.
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February 16, 2024, 04:35:39 PM
Klay was on fire when it was made on the news that he's going to be benched but then he just showed that people are forgetting about him. 35 points for 28 minutes. They're able to beat Utah Jazz on a 3 point lead. While many have been talking about the trade deadline a week ago and his face was caught frowned. This was his answer to that, well done Klay. And speaking of GSW, I was surprised that the management have tried to acquire Lebron and talked with the Lakers for a potential trade last time.

And that is what we should be expected from Klay, him and Curry used to be called splash brothers, but this season, it was only Curry who are consistent to try and bring a dub for them and Klay or even Draymond are nowhere to be found.

It's just a news though for the Warriors to acquire Lebron, but I don't think that Lebron will leave the Lakers though. He has invested so much for this team and most likely will stay until he returns or play with them till Bronny finally go and play in the NBA.
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February 16, 2024, 03:29:16 PM
Klay was on fire when it was made on the news that he's going to be benched but then he just showed that people are forgetting about him. 35 points for 28 minutes. They're able to beat Utah Jazz on a 3 point lead. While many have been talking about the trade deadline a week ago and his face was caught frowned. This was his answer to that, well done Klay. And speaking of GSW, I was surprised that the management have tried to acquire Lebron and talked with the Lakers for a potential trade last time.
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February 16, 2024, 12:51:54 PM
Draymond Green used to be a good player, he was a great defensive beast, and he was an amazing playmaker as well for that team, considering they had a different version of triangle offense, Draymond was the one inside, or even when he was outside he passed well. I remember him being the best player in Warriors at game seven of the year they lost to Lebron as well.

However, he became worse, much worse, he is nowhere near the level he used to be, he is definitely not even remotely talented anymore, which makes him angry. This results with him trying to do "more" action, as in he is trying to show that he is doing something, and he is not worthless, and all these antics of him, is just a way for him to show what he has done, because if just plays on, he is a nobody.
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February 16, 2024, 12:29:35 PM
The Milwaukee Bucks losing to the Memphis Grizzlies yesterday was a bit wild, but it happens. I’m looking forward to the weekend NBA All Star shenanigans and hope the dunk and three point contests don’t disappoint.

Giannis really tried a lot to win this match. But Bucks played the third quarter really badly. And even though they tried a lot in the final quarter, they were not able to win the match. It was just too big of a difference to overcome.


Would be great to see some new high flying dunks although I haven’t followed who is in it this year.

I actually also am not following this like that, you know closely. But I definitely do not want to miss it. Cause it is great entertainment, to be honest.
legendary
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February 16, 2024, 11:12:02 AM
Since he didn't selected, Domantas Sabonis made crazy triple-double averages. He made 18 triple-doubles this season. It's really ridiculous that he wasn't selected. If he played for a Los Angeles team, he would have been selected. When you're in Sacramento, it's tough.

It's time for All-Star Weekend. Tonight Rising Stars game will be played. I don't like the new system at all. I prefer to watch a typical Rookies vs. Sophomores game. NBA should really think about their changes and its impact on the stream. I probably sleep instead of watching the game. Saturday will be fun though. Patiently waiting for the slam dunk contest.
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February 16, 2024, 10:39:48 AM
The Milwaukee Bucks losing to the Memphis Grizzlies yesterday was a bit wild, but it happens. I’m looking forward to the weekend NBA All Star shenanigans and hope the dunk and three point contests don’t disappoint. Would be great to see some new high flying dunks although I haven’t followed who is in it this year.
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February 16, 2024, 10:26:50 AM
This is why we cannot say live betting is mostly profitable.
Take a look.
The before-the-game bet.

The bet when GSW was on the lead.


It's crazy. Utah Jazz went back in the 4th quarter. Klay Thompson was already hot with 35 points but the Jazz won't give up easily. Markkanen shooting threes. Collins getting offensive rebounds for a second chance opportunity but he made a big mistake on that last play where he threw the ball way far and turned it over.
Anyway, that was a fun offensive game and I enjoyed it. Both teams are playing hard before the All-Star trying to boost their confidence before the long rest.

Now, let's go to Indiana. Cheesy
Here is the schedule for later.
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11:30 a.m. ET | Panini Rising Stars Practice | NBA TV | Gainbridge Fieldhouse
5:30 p.m. ET | Basketball Hall of Fame News Conference | NBA TV & NBA App
7 p.m. ET | Ruffles NBA All-Star Celebrity Game | ESPN | Lucas Oil Stadium
9 p.m. ET | Panini Rising Stars | TNT | Gainbridge Fieldhouse
Rising Stars: Semifinal 1
Rising Stars: Semifinal 2
Rising Stars: Final
https://www.nba.com/news/2024-all-star-schedule-of-events
I love that Celebrity game and I hope I can watch it. It's too early on our timeline but I will try. It's funny and entertaining.
Here is the roster for the Celebrity games.


And here is the roster of the Panini Rising Stars.

So who's your bet?
Team Pau looks strong. Brandon Miller is there and one of the reasons why Charlotte Hornets is on a 3-game winning streak. Then Wemby and Jabari? C'mon! That's too much.
I remember one commentator said he will bet on wherever Wemby is, but Team Pau also has 2 superb young guys.
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February 16, 2024, 10:21:56 AM
Green cause a lot of trouble to them and they really need to think good adjustment for it so that it cannot disturb them since his stints create toxicity on their teak that can affect his teammate. He's really good on defense but what he perform is out of the box and their team will always suffer with those wrong decisions he made inside the court. If they struggle to contain them and think about play pure basketball without getting much into troubles then much better if they think about find a replacement since I think this is best for them. They need to move some of their player so that they can possibly get more better result. GSW really need a great change since their current line up is not working anymore so they should explore and find another good player that listen to them so can be more effective or more competitive to other teams.

Green has been part of the success of the Warriors when they still dominate the league, it was the big 3 ( Green, Curry and Thompson), they were winning championship already before Durant came. So I know the management and his temmates knows him very well, they might not have a perfect player for the team, but if they'lle evaluate, Draymond is more of an asset than being a liability.

Exactly, I believe haters will not acknowledge Green contribution but without him Warriors is a defenseless team. His tactics of triggering other players through his aggressive moves makes other team lose focus because they become distracted on getting back to Green leaving Splash brothers free to do their role. I really doubt they will kick Green because he is more valuable on defense than Looney as center.

I think the main problem of GSW right now is Klay Thompson is very cold and not performing the expectation to him which is dealing a lot of points like Curry still doing right now.
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February 16, 2024, 09:49:12 AM
Yes, it's obvious that Doc will not be fired here, but obviously the fans doesn't like what they see and maybe blaming his new system and the Bucks have difficulty to adjust even Dame himself. Of course, Giannis will carry the team no matter what, but if he haven't had any support, they will definitely fail and lose games that are winnable for them.
It would be insane if they'll fire him now, they have to finish the season and evaluate. Besides, Bucks are still on a safe side, their ranking still quafies in the playoffs, so still more games to make an adjustment and let's hope that they'll find the good blend to win. However, I think that alone is the problem, honestly, based on my personal observation, I think they gave up a lot just to get Lillard which I think was not on his prime anymore.

His stats have dropped a lot, from 32 PPG to 24PPG now with his new team. In terms of adjustment, I think he had alrady adjusted with the team but his performance is not anymore on the superstar level, just like their game vs the Memphis, he had a lot of mistakes in that game. Maybe one of the reasons on their struggle was due to the absence of Middleton, they are missing a shooter that could supposedly help them space the floor. Hopefully he'll return after the all star break.
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February 16, 2024, 09:02:41 AM
Wow, the Bucks.
The coaching change really did them dirty, well deserved.
Now they even lose against a Memphis team that "competes" with a 9 man (mostly bench players or even GLeague type players) rotation and has an injury list with 10 players, basically all their stars.

How can you even go from here if you are Milwaukee??
Can it actually happen and they fire Doc Rivers after just a few games? That would be hilarious!!

I don't think Bucks would fire Doc because of what is happening to them right now. I think Doc should take the blame alone; some of the players too should be responsible for what is happening. Dame has not been the same player he was last season; I don't know if it's the off-court issues that have been causing this performance of his or if he is struggling to run the offense of Doc Rivers's game plan. Or he just wanted to be traded to the Heat LOL  Grin Cheesy Also, Brook Lopez has been missing in action in the past few games. Giannis is carrying this team on his back.

Yes, it's obvious that Doc will not be fired here, but obviously the fans doesn't like what they see and maybe blaming his new system and the Bucks have difficulty to adjust even Dame himself. Of course, Giannis will carry the team no matter what, but if he haven't had any support, they will definitely fail and lose games that are winnable for them.

Props to the Grizzlies, though; they are still winning despite having a few players playing for them. It has been several games that they are upsetting teams.

I guess they just want to show that they are still a team to deal with. They are into back to back win if I'm not mistaken and yeah upsetting great teams and lucky for those who bet on them as they are giving us value for our money.
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February 16, 2024, 08:42:22 AM
Wow, the Bucks.
The coaching change really did them dirty, well deserved.
Now they even lose against a Memphis team that "competes" with a 9 man (mostly bench players or even GLeague type players) rotation and has an injury list with 10 players, basically all their stars.

How can you even go from here if you are Milwaukee??
Can it actually happen and they fire Doc Rivers after just a few games? That would be hilarious!!

I don't think Bucks would fire Doc because of what is happening to them right now. I think Doc should take the blame alone; some of the players too should be responsible for what is happening. Dame has not been the same player he was last season; I don't know if it's the off-court issues that have been causing this performance of his or if he is struggling to run the offense of Doc Rivers's game plan. Or he just wanted to be traded to the Heat LOL  Grin Cheesy Also, Brook Lopez has been missing in action in the past few games. Giannis is carrying this team on his back.

Props to the Grizzlies, though; they are still winning despite having a few players playing for them. It has been several games that they are upsetting teams.
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February 16, 2024, 07:44:50 AM
Green cause a lot of trouble to them and they really need to think good adjustment for it so that it cannot disturb them since his stints create toxicity on their teak that can affect his teammate. He's really good on defense but what he perform is out of the box and their team will always suffer with those wrong decisions he made inside the court. If they struggle to contain them and think about play pure basketball without getting much into troubles then much better if they think about find a replacement since I think this is best for them. They need to move some of their player so that they can possibly get more better result. GSW really need a great change since their current line up is not working anymore so they should explore and find another good player that listen to them so can be more effective or more competitive to other teams.

Green has been part of the success of the Warriors when they still dominate the league, it was the big 3 ( Green, Curry and Thompson), they were winning championship already before Durant came. So I know the management and his temmates knows him very well, they might not have a perfect player for the team, but if they'lle evaluate, Draymond is more of an asset than being a liability.
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February 16, 2024, 07:04:38 AM
While we’re talking about Draymond Green… This clip of him laying injured on the ground while the teams continue to play multiple possessions is crazy. Why didn’t Steve Kerr take a timeout? Why didn’t any of the Warriors commit a foul? It’s pretty disrespectful what they did here.

https://x.com/barstoolsports/status/1757988408410931593

He was obviously not injured. He was just right there lying down trying to get some attention. He was acting, overacting. It wasn't even a foul. It was his hand that hit his face. His left hand was slapping his own face. Lol. Well, that's Draymond Green.

But yes it looks weird. But not because nobody seemed to care but because of how long he lied down there even if the ball has already transferred possessions and scores were already made. Can he not get up? It wasn't even his legs that got hit. Yes, Steve Kerr should have taken a time-out and give him a dress down.

Maybe Kerr had enough of Draymond Green's corny and nonsense drama. I think Steve Kerr and the Warriors are showing that they are not interested in Draymond's flop. It also serves as a warning to Draymond that the team is not wasting time out, especially during the last few minutes. Imagine if it happened in the last few minutes of a close game. Draymond will once again cost GSW a fortune.

I think GSW should make some changes if they fail to enter the playoffs. The Lakers are making every move to get another player while Lebron is still in his A-game and GSW should do the same because Curry's effort will be wasted.


Green cause a lot of trouble to them and they really need to think good adjustment for it so that it cannot disturb them since his stints create toxicity on their teak that can affect his teammate. He's really good on defense but what he perform is out of the box and their team will always suffer with those wrong decisions he made inside the court. If they struggle to contain them and think about play pure basketball without getting much into troubles then much better if they think about find a replacement since I think this is best for them. They need to move some of their player so that they can possibly get more better result. GSW really need a great change since their current line up is not working anymore so they should explore and find another good player that listen to them so can be more effective or more competitive to other teams.
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February 16, 2024, 06:44:20 AM

Then the next game Klay would struggle? I hope he is fine and that gets his confidence back. That was a good win, twice in a row in Utah, that game was close but they still win in the end. Both teams are dying and living beyond the arc, good thing the Warriors shots with better percentage, so they won.

He might, that's why people call him incosistent now. However, we are not wishing it will happen, we want to see him back on his game like taking big shots as the playoffs is nearing and they need to come back to a good standing to qualify, and at least not to have a first round exit.

Wariors now is at .509... That's a start as their ranking now has already improve to number 10. They could qualify in the play-in with this ranking but it's not safe, as the last time I remember they are in the play-in, they loss to the Memphis. I hope it will continue to rise since they have a lot of role players now that could contribute, and overall, their 3 point shooting as improve as well.
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February 16, 2024, 06:23:22 AM
While we’re talking about Draymond Green… This clip of him laying injured on the ground while the teams continue to play multiple possessions is crazy. Why didn’t Steve Kerr take a timeout? Why didn’t any of the Warriors commit a foul? It’s pretty disrespectful what they did here.

https://x.com/barstoolsports/status/1757988408410931593

I don't find it disrespectful. If some player gets injured during a game, it's normal for a team to continue an unfinished offense or defense. However, if you watch this episode with Green in slow motion, you can notice that it was a flop and bad acting by Green, not an injury. Most likely, the other Warriors players knew this, and that's why they continued the offense in this episode.
Even Steph Curry looks at him and perhaps he knows a thing or two about his team mates. Not saying that it was a flop or something, they didn't call a time out and just let the play go. They even scored with a dunk.
It's either Draymond is not important or they know Draymond is just flopping. LOL. We really don't know, but knowing Draymond, he has a lot of antics in him and he could do anything to get attention to help his team win but that time he failed. But Draymond was fine though, he played the next game and score    23 at Utah. So it must be a flop.

Anyhow, they take a win in the road against the Jazz, Draymond had a good game shooting from the outside with 23 points. And then Klay, getting his range to lead the Warriors with 35 points and reached 15,000 career points. After they were stop from their winning streak the last time, it seems that they are back again and now just above the .500 but still way below the West before the All star break.
Then the next game Klay would struggle? I hope he is fine and that gets his confidence back. That was a good win, twice in a row in Utah, that game was close but they still win in the end. Both teams are dying and living beyond the arc, good thing the Warriors shots with better percentage, so they won.
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February 16, 2024, 05:25:37 AM
While we’re talking about Draymond Green… This clip of him laying injured on the ground while the teams continue to play multiple possessions is crazy. Why didn’t Steve Kerr take a timeout? Why didn’t any of the Warriors commit a foul? It’s pretty disrespectful what they did here.

https://x.com/barstoolsports/status/1757988408410931593

I don't find it disrespectful. If some player gets injured during a game, it's normal for a team to continue an unfinished offense or defense. However, if you watch this episode with Green in slow motion, you can notice that it was a flop and bad acting by Green, not an injury. Most likely, the other Warriors players knew this, and that's why they continued the offense in this episode.
Even Steph Curry looks at him and perhaps he knows a thing or two about his team mates. Not saying that it was a flop or something, they didn't call a time out and just let the play go. They even scored with a dunk. Anyhow, they take a win in the road against the Jazz, Draymond had a good game shooting from the outside with 23 points. And then Klay, getting his range to lead the Warriors with 35 points and reached 15,000 career points. After they were stop from their winning streak the last time, it seems that they are back again and now just above the .500 but still way below the West before the All star break.
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