Topic: 2019 NBA Pre-Season - page 295. (Read 902967 times)

Yes, Lebron was back, OKC needs to do a better offense if they want to minimize the production of Lebron, but since this team mostly relies on their offense, that's why they would loss when their opponents played good defense and offense at the same time. Never seen Lebron played perfect this season, this was probably his best game this season and it was on a much needed win as they were in a losing streak.

I think OKC really miss the service of another big man Josh Giddey, he was out due to injury, and that Lakers were able to take advantage on that.

Wow! The Lakers are back in the winning column at the expense of the Oklahoma Thunder. What a game by Lebron James, he made a season-high 40 points. OKC still played well but it was too late. OKC just couldn't stop the Lakers' momentum starting in the 2nd quarter and it was around 30 points lead in the 3rd quarter. This could be an off-night for OKC and the Lakers were on the road determined to end their losing streak. Still, OKC should learn from games like this. They need to be better, especially during the playoffs when they are facing teams that have deep experiences.

Domantas Sabonis did shine in that game having a triple-double which is not common to him it was like he was the kryptonite for the Phoenix Suns that night, with Keegan Murray and De'Aaron Fox with him getting the job done against the Phoenix Suns, and it was Devin Booker hasn't felt it yet, or he and Kevin Durant is not in their 100% form that night, it was really the Domantas Sabonis show for that game,


I think the other teams should play their new players or bench warmers more often just to gain experience inside the court and to get the feel of how to play in the NBA caliber game, just like what the Golden State Warriors are doing right now with their bench players and I think trading in Chris Paul into the Warriors has cemented them in creating a teacher for their new players and providing the team with great plays, and could become a great trade for the Warriors that many have doubted, for sure this is to really reshape the new players of the team and right now the Warriors have the best back up players this season,


After that Spectacular performance, he displayed he was really hungry at that time, but right now as he earns a large amount of money he becomes something the Warriors need to let go of, I feel sorry for Jordan Poole I thought he would be the next face of the franchise (not become the next Stephen Curry) back then I wanted him to be a different version of Steph Curry but all he cared about was making a highlight and think that every 3 he shot will hit the basket, I really think he even stops practicing right now I feel sorry at the same time he hasn't learned a thing from what has happened to him,

I'd say the Celtics are at the top of the league right now, not just the Eastern Conference. However, it's worth noting that teams like the Wolves and Bucks are right behind the Celtics and can overtake them at any moment.
As for tonight's game vs. the Clippers, it looks like the Celtics dominated almost the entire game. In fact, the Clippers players struggled only in the first quarter, but by the end of the second quarter, it became clear that they had no chance of winning this game.

Right, huge margin now, and I doubt that the Clippers can recover from this, not sure what is the opening line for Celtics though, but if you bet on them, it's already a sure win. Not sure if they are sending a message, but they are already on top of the East already.

Good to see those two teams go at each other this Christmas, but I think the Celtics are going to be favorite as they have a deeper bench compare to the Bucks. Although they have Giannis and Lillard, for me the best duo right now is Brown and Tatum.

That gap is 31 points now. The Clippers are getting blown out and they aren’t coming back from this. Boston looks to be sending a message after seeing the Bucks blow out the Knicks earlier. Maybe more interesting because the Knicks and Bucks will face off again on Christmas. I’m expecting a similar outcome then.

Boston opened the gap in the first half, but this is not a gap that cannot be closed for the Clippers. Tatum's injury doesn't seem serious, but Boston will still want to end this game early and rest him. Tatum played very well in the first half, but his health is much more important than winning this match. If he feels pain, he shouldn't continue playing. If necessary, this match will be lost, but he can play in the next match.

Can't see them winning in Brooklyn.  On the road actually might be easier for them because of theor record and how stressful it probably is at home but Nets are too good to lose to that team.  They are very young but are not a good team right now they are a lot of major pieces away from contending.

While watching, his face is like that he's touched or about to cry. That's just my observation but good thing that the Dub nation is too memorable for him and gave him tribute.

It's just too bad that it was an unexpected trade for him. Well, at least that he's not traded while he was playing unlike that guy who was hitting the court and scoring and then get traded while playing.

I do agree, it's gong to be very difficult for them to win against the Nets. Cam Thomas is putting up a show although they just fell short on top teams. But against Detroit? It will be different story as they Nets will not allow themselves to be the one that will give the Detroit team their first win.

Boston vs Clippers have started guys, I wasn't able to put a bet on them, but I will definitely go with Boston here, let's see how it goes.

Good game to watch is the Lakers vs OKC, OKC on a winning streak, Lakers though need to win and back on their winning mentality.

Just some advice for my fellow NBA basketball fans… If you see “Boogie” trending on twitter (still seems weird to call it X) then whatever you do, do not click it. It is not about DeMarcus Cousins and you won’t see any basketball highlights. Some twitter trending topics could probably use some sort of disclaimer or NSFW tags.

That's a long way to go. Upon checking on their schedules, their last game will be next year April 15, 2024, so there's still almost 4 months of playing, for sure they'll win at least one game. Once the playoffs are approaching and there are teams who have already secured their spot, they will not likely play harder since it will be a non- bearing game for them, that if they will reach to that level and the Pistons losing streak is still active.

That bet look promising now, but based on the statistics, there's a "0" chance it will win.

Lol. It looks like only DraftKings offers such a bet. I'd say it really looks tempting, but at the same time, it's too risky, even if you place a small bet. I mean, even though the Pistons are performing very poorly and looking completely hopeless this regular season, there is still a high probability that they can win at least 2-3 more games before the end of the regular season.

Nah, they won't win against the Brooklyn, they are on the road which they only have won 1 of the 13 games, while the Brooklyn is a pretty decent team with Cam Thomas back in the line up. Honestly, I think it will be a blowout loss again for them, and they don't need to worry about getting roasted by the fans as the fans are not interested in them anymore due to their long losing streak.

Crazy to think that Lakers will be the end point of those two teams losing streak since they might get called clowns for that. Then also I don't think LBJ want to get humiliated by fans for losing a under morale team since to many discussion will arise with that. But I also don't give any negative thoughts about my speculation regarding with that since recent happening in Piston is really bad since fans are really pissed off on their current situation so I think they will do more better so that they can still retain their fan base and fans will not mock at them then shout about for selling their franchise because they suck as a team.

Tomorrow they should do more better since they need to take a win against Brooklyn, if they don't perform well and lose again for sure they will be roasted by their fans.

You know what's exciting? Who will be the luckiest to put an ML for the Pistons. I don't know how's the odd looks like for them,  but I think every team in the NBA today is considered a tough opponent for them except for the Spurs lol. One thing is for certain here, the odds will be attractive for the Pistons.
Maybe the Lakers could put an end for the Piston's lossing drought just like what they did to the Spurs lol.

He deserve that because without him the Warriors would have not won a championship.
Poole was playing spectacular basketball during the playoffs that leads him to signing a decent contract, but after that his game has been downgraded, reason why he was traded. However, despite of that, his contributions to the championship will never be forgotten.


Good ball movement was the key here, and yes, Kuminga is now a start of the team as he bring high energy with his defensive ability.

And the win streak continues, also, let's commend Jackson-Davis performance, he had a double double in this game, 15 rebounds (5 offensive - 10 defensive) and 10 points, that's  very impressive, and he's been doing some consistent contribution to the team.

Remember, this is the line up that beat the Celtics just recently.

Jordan Poole was given a tribute by the Warriors before the game. Just a season ago, he was touted to be another Splash brothers, but it was a massive U-turn and they have to make a decision to trade him.

And Kuminga is the star in this game as he just bullied everyone inside including Poole. The usual Curry and then Klay hitting some good 3 points in the 4th quarter. Now it seems that their mentality as a champion is back and already move forward with the Draymond Green drama.

I might be done betting on the Suns though, Booker and Durant, could not be a perfect fit for the Suns. Yeah, Nurkic is out but I don't think he can also do something about Sabonis in the middle.

The Suns has too much power in this game and it seems that the Suns are just going into the motions here. They gave up easy basket and then Durant committed some turn-overs that we haven't seen from him in a while. I thought it's going to be close game, but then again, Sacramento proving that they are really a solid team this season.

We have a new superstar has emerge in Miamia Heat.

Jaime Jaquez Jr. is gaining some minutes because coach Spo has seen his good contribution to the team. Their game against Hawks, he was really helping well despite their main players are playing great basketball ( special mention to Herro and Robinson). Heat not having Butler made me decide to bet on the other side, but I was wrong because the home team is sharing the ball well and they are playing with so much hassle, the heat culture thing, you know.

This game, Jaime Jaquez Jr. played 37 minutes and produced (19(pts)   7(rebounds) 1 (assist).