How about the story of Lakers beating the Boston, without AD and Lebron and having Brown just scored 8 point in this game?
And then Austin Reaves taking over the Lakers hitting seven 3 points shot, scoring 32 points. And then D'Lo having a triple double as well. And almost 7 Lakers at least scoring 9 points on more in a team effort?
Just shows how unpredictable the game is, as we have been talking about how the Lakers struggle and now win against the best team in the East without their top 2 players.
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Rebounds are secured by Hartenstein and Precious Achuwa, they dominated that painted area and their offensive rebounds are 22 against 9 only of the Pacers.
They are big in that game, a put up shot and offensive rebound, Pacers just could not match the energy of the home team. I'm not sure what they are doing, they are allowing Brunson to do his thing, they should have double him as when he drives the paint, it's expected that he'll get fouled and might make the basket. It just boils down on the coaching job and Tom Thibodeau just did a great job on managing the current roster.
It has become unpredictable for the Knicks, we don't know when their run will stop, but as long as they are playing at home, the crowd will get into the game giving them inspiration so they'll play better basketball.
Indiana Pacers did great on the Haliburton minutes, but because he is restricted to 20+ minutes only, he didn't play the 4th quarter. They had a good lead on those moments until Jalen Brunson happened. A dominating game from the smallest player on the floor. 40 points to claim the win at their home. Knicks fans are all enjoying their comeback from behind. They never even had the lead for a long time.
No Randle, No OG Anunoby, no problem.
Rebounds are secured by Hartenstein and Precious Achuwa, they dominated that painted area and their offensive rebounds are 22 against 9 only of the Pacers.
Big step up from those two and that helped a lot to secure a win and continue their winning streak. This is a big win for them considering two of their stars are out. Brunson was emotional at the post-game interview.
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No Randle, No OG Anunoby, no problem.
Rebounds are secured by Hartenstein and Precious Achuwa, they dominated that painted area and their offensive rebounds are 22 against 9 only of the Pacers.
Big step up from those two and that helped a lot to secure a win and continue their winning streak. This is a big win for them considering two of their stars are out. Brunson was emotional at the post-game interview.
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Nice! Nice game between the Knicks, who has the longest winning streak right now, against a tough Pacers at Knicks homecourt.
Pacers started hot and taking the lead, but the Knicks comes back in the 4th quarter and now leading by just 2 points but there is a challenge call by the Pacers. But we will see, it might be go into overtime for all we know.
Current score: 98-96 Knicks leading.
Pacers started hot and taking the lead, but the Knicks comes back in the 4th quarter and now leading by just 2 points but there is a challenge call by the Pacers. But we will see, it might be go into overtime for all we know.
Current score: 98-96 Knicks leading.
Pacers can't bea the Knicks despite they have a good start, I guess they were up 16 points early and Knicks slowly came back and in the end the Knicks were able to keep their winning streak. Without Randle and OG is not a problem for them as everyone are willing to step up, as long as Brunson is playing, Knicks will continue to play competitively.
Nice game between the Knicks, who has the longest winning streak right now, against a tough Pacers at Knicks homecourt.
Pacers started hot and taking the lead, but the Knicks comes back in the 4th quarter and now leading by just 2 points but there is a challenge call by the Pacers. But we will see, it might be go into overtime for all we know.
Current score: 98-96 Knicks leading.
It's going to be the Knicks winning here, no OT for them. There's a lot of heroes in the Knicks, how about Precious offensive rebounds? and then playing D against his former team mate Paskal Siakam? Or Isaiah Hartenstein 18 rebounds? And definitely, Brunson 40 point performance and being a first time All Star. They did it without Randle and IQ. So this is a big and emotional win base on Brunson post-game interview. So good win for them and let that streak continues with 9, 32-17 in the East. Pacers though is not an easy team to defeat as they also have the mentality for a hard and grind attitude. Pacers started hot and taking the lead, but the Knicks comes back in the 4th quarter and now leading by just 2 points but there is a challenge call by the Pacers. But we will see, it might be go into overtime for all we know.
Current score: 98-96 Knicks leading.
Nice game between the Knicks, who has the longest winning streak right now, against a tough Pacers at Knicks homecourt.
Pacers started hot and taking the lead, but the Knicks comes back in the 4th quarter and now leading by just 2 points but there is a challenge call by the Pacers. But we will see, it might be go into overtime for all we know.
Current score: 98-96 Knicks leading.
Pacers started hot and taking the lead, but the Knicks comes back in the 4th quarter and now leading by just 2 points but there is a challenge call by the Pacers. But we will see, it might be go into overtime for all we know.
Current score: 98-96 Knicks leading.
Lebron with his tweet could basically be just making some statement and not really change much. I know that people joke about "legm" type of stuff and that is true in some cases he really did have a part to play but do you really think that he had any part to play building this team? It is obvious that he didn't really meddle with trades and free agents for a while now because the team that is built around him is not one that would fit him all that well.
I think it's quite clear that he feels like he is missing a lot of things with this, and should probably see the situation change a bit, it would not be all that simple. This is why I believe that the best thing to do regarding reaction would be maybe he just got bored with it, and wants something but doesn't have the power to do it himself.
I think it's quite clear that he feels like he is missing a lot of things with this, and should probably see the situation change a bit, it would not be all that simple. This is why I believe that the best thing to do regarding reaction would be maybe he just got bored with it, and wants something but doesn't have the power to do it himself.
It's really interesting to see what the Lakers and LeBron are going to happen next. There has been a lot of drama surrounding this whole Lakers team and a lot of rumors too. Though the only thing that's been close to happening is the DLo trade. But the rumors about LeBron or AD hinting about leaving the Lakers anytime soon, might be fake. That LeBron tweet might be something, he leave the Lakers if Bronny gets drafted next year.
Lebron is just trying to come up with an excuses on the struggle that they are experiencing now. He has to admit that he isn't not the same because he is not anymore on his prime, although he can produce good numbers but as to the impact of the team, you can tell there's a huge difference if you'll look closely. Let him do his thing but he can't deny that despite being able to get what he wants for his team, they are still below .500 now, leaving the team is not a solution, it's not good for his legacy vying for a title of a "GOAT".
Lakers surprising people at the moment. Beating the Celtics in the 4th quarter without LeBron James or Anthony Davis. They’re also playing in Boston… They’re up 12 now with under 10 minutes to go. Not sure they’ll actually be able to pull off this win or not but the next 10 minutes should be fun to watch if you’re near a TV.
I think they can give him a chance. Of course, they can think about the benefit that his family is going to get. He should be helped out in my opinion. Of course, there is going to be some team which can get him to just warm the bench a bit. If giving him a simple chance can actually get his family a big benefit like that, I don't think anyone should have any problem with that.
Let's see if any team actually helps him out before the deadline.
So I was trying to look for some updates on this thing about Snell but I see no update. We're already on Friday and if there are no teams that will sign him, that's sad for the boys of Tony.Let's see if any team actually helps him out before the deadline.
Actually Mark Cuban sold the Mavericks and only holds a minority share now. 
Also Snell never played for the Mavs so there is no real connection other that Cuban is into healthcare.
Yeah it would still be ok if someone would come up and give this man what he desires. Especially one of his former teams could do so.
But I mean, he had career earnings of 52 million $ minus tax. I don't know what he need more money for actually. Other families with members with autism can also make it work, and they don't have those millions.
Kind of a strange to ask for this while being rich.
Usually, many of these NBA professionals that have been at the peak of their careers or whenever they've got the best contracts don't know what to do with the money. And they think that career there are going to stay for so long and that's why it's either spent unwisely and lost most of it just as his situation now.Also Snell never played for the Mavs so there is no real connection other that Cuban is into healthcare.
Yeah it would still be ok if someone would come up and give this man what he desires. Especially one of his former teams could do so.
But I mean, he had career earnings of 52 million $ minus tax. I don't know what he need more money for actually. Other families with members with autism can also make it work, and they don't have those millions.
Kind of a strange to ask for this while being rich.
It's not a new case when an athlete like him that played on the NBA before became poor. But I get the point that if the others can make, he should but he's up for the benefit from the league that will be there for the rest of his life.
Lebron with his tweet could basically be just making some statement and not really change much. I know that people joke about "legm" type of stuff and that is true in some cases he really did have a part to play but do you really think that he had any part to play building this team? It is obvious that he didn't really meddle with trades and free agents for a while now because the team that is built around him is not one that would fit him all that well.
I think it's quite clear that he feels like he is missing a lot of things with this, and should probably see the situation change a bit, it would not be all that simple. This is why I believe that the best thing to do regarding reaction would be maybe he just got bored with it, and wants something but doesn't have the power to do it himself.
I think it's quite clear that he feels like he is missing a lot of things with this, and should probably see the situation change a bit, it would not be all that simple. This is why I believe that the best thing to do regarding reaction would be maybe he just got bored with it, and wants something but doesn't have the power to do it himself.
It's really interesting to see what the Lakers and LeBron are going to happen next. There has been a lot of drama surrounding this whole Lakers team and a lot of rumors too. Though the only thing that's been close to happening is the DLo trade. But the rumors about LeBron or AD hinting about leaving the Lakers anytime soon, might be fake. That LeBron tweet might be something, he leave the Lakers if Bronny gets drafted next year.
Lebron with his tweet could basically be just making some statement and not really change much. I know that people joke about "legm" type of stuff and that is true in some cases he really did have a part to play but do you really think that he had any part to play building this team? It is obvious that he didn't really meddle with trades and free agents for a while now because the team that is built around him is not one that would fit him all that well.
I think it's quite clear that he feels like he is missing a lot of things with this, and should probably see the situation change a bit, it would not be all that simple. This is why I believe that the best thing to do regarding reaction would be maybe he just got bored with it, and wants something but doesn't have the power to do it himself.
I think it's quite clear that he feels like he is missing a lot of things with this, and should probably see the situation change a bit, it would not be all that simple. This is why I believe that the best thing to do regarding reaction would be maybe he just got bored with it, and wants something but doesn't have the power to do it himself.
0-2 for Doc Rivers so far as new head coach of the Bucks. it seems like the meme's that was seen online about Lillard saying "how can they win a championship" with Doc... 
I hope this problem will nnot get worse and Bucks will not regret on their decision firing Griffin.
Remember how people look at James Harden trade when the Clippers lost 5 straight games since he joined the team? They looked at the Clippers like they're just an average team that has all-star players that isn't fit to play with one team. Now look where they at currently. I hope this problem will nnot get worse and Bucks will not regret on their decision firing Griffin. I believe it's the same with the Bucks. Chemistry will be affected, and so does the playstyle because each coach has a unique way of coaching their team. As for Doc Rivers, 2 games isn't enough for him to be judged. Though the defense really of the Bucks suck this season, it's the fault of their old coach, but I believe that the team will be better. Just give them some games I think. Like 10 games, and from there, let's decide as fans whether the acquisition of a new coach helped them or not.
I think even 10 games may not be enough to draw any conclusions about this, as the Bucks players and their new coach will probably need more time to find a mutual understanding between them. I think the main thing is for them to have good team chemistry by the time the playoffs start. The Bucks management clearly expects their team to succeed in the playoffs with Doc as head coach. Otherwise, firing Griffin will seem pointless.
Indeed the Bucks do have high expectations for this postseason performance. Damian Lillard is already saying that he's planning to win a championship this year and then force his way back to Portland for retirement. That's a little bit messed up but also I'm glad that he's being open about his ring hunt. He just wants a ring and doesn't care what team it's with, then he wants to retire in Portland. I don't blame him, but at the same time it sort of seemingly goes against his whole loyalty thing. It's like if a guy was married and asked if he could take a year off from his marriage to do a European hooker tour and then will come back to his wife to resume their old life... Not exactly loyalty.
https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/nba/damian-lillard-wants-trail-blazers-return-four-months-after-nba-championship-trade-demand/ar-BB1hC78M
Lebron and Davis is back to Boston. Lakers are 0-3 on their last 3 games at this venue. Plus the Lakers are struggling on the road with 2 straight losses already. First, loss to Houston by 16 points, and last, loss to Atlanta by 16 points also. What can we expect from the Lakers in this game where they'll play a much tougher team with a very impressive home record?
As per report, Lebron and AD are both listed as questionable, but I bet they'll play.
As per report, Lebron and AD are both listed as questionable, but I bet they'll play.
Funny enough is that I fully expect the Lakers to put on a show tonight. Anytime lebron and AD get national air time they play different. I don't expect them to win but I'm gonna throw down. Some sheckles on them keeping it close. For some reason national TV and playoff games Bron just plays different. I expect a 125-119 type of game.
And coming in sneaky secomd fun to watch is going to be the Knicks/Pacers. Knicks are down OG, julius, big mitch and quentin grimes so Knicks are bare bones. Will be good to see the represent tonight.
A couple of good games are on TV to watch tonight. While I’m expecting to see the Boston Celtics beat the Los Angeles Lakers and the Philadelphia 76ers beat the Utah Jazz, it is still nice to have a couple of the best teams in the league facing off on national television. Both games have the potential to go either way.
We have to wait for that but it seems that the rumors are getting closer into the reality and that's why everyone who think that he'll traded will definitely going to trade him.
As for D'Lo, everyone has to move for trading him and that's likely the Lakers don't want him anymore of the roster and so with that, the LA is taking more care of Reaves instead of him and Rui.
It's always intriguing when trade rumors start gaining traction, and it seems like the speculation around the potential trade is becoming more substantial. The dynamics around D'Lo's situation are noteworthy, especially if the Lakers are considering moving him off the roster. As for D'Lo, everyone has to move for trading him and that's likely the Lakers don't want him anymore of the roster and so with that, the LA is taking more care of Reaves instead of him and Rui.
The shift in focus towards players like Reaves and Rui indicates a significant reevaluation of team priorities. It'll be interesting to see how these trade talks unfold, and fans are undoubtedly eager to see how the team dynamics evolve in the coming weeks.
We're getting close to the NBA trade deadline and a lot of things can still happen with that span. So, if reevaluation is happening currently, I hope that they're doing that with the right candidates and will the best ones stay and we fans know who they are. 
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It's a compassionate perspective, considering the potential positive impact on his family. Offering a player a chance, even if it means a role on the bench initially, could indeed be a meaningful gesture. The upcoming deadline adds a layer of anticipation, and it would be heartening to see a team step forward to provide such an opportunity. Sometimes, giving someone a chance can lead to unexpected contributions and, in this case, offer valuable support to his family. Here's hoping that a team recognizes the potential for both personal and professional growth and extends that opportunity before the deadline.
I like the point that you have made. If a team actually ends up helping him, that team might get some good things in return. I am not saying that the team is going to get help from the player. But I believe in "what goes around comes around".
Some people probably call it karma. I think if he is helped and if the team that helps him has no expectation of some sort and they are doing it just for the sake of helping him, it is going to be first of all a great gesture, and secondly God will help them later for a good deed. People might say that I am talking nonsense but I think it is true.
Lebron and Davis is back to Boston. Lakers are 0-3 on their last 3 games at this venue. Plus the Lakers are struggling on the road with 2 straight losses already. First, loss to Houston by 16 points, and last, loss to Atlanta by 16 points also. What can we expect from the Lakers in this game where they'll play a much tougher team with a very impressive home record?
As per report, Lebron and AD are both listed as questionable, but I bet they'll play.
As per report, Lebron and AD are both listed as questionable, but I bet they'll play.
I honestly didn't expect Bulls to lose last night but I must admit I've been underestimate Raptors so big that I had the impression they are one of the worst teams in NBA right now but clearly they are don't and I won't ignore them any longer.
I could also say this about Jazz but this team always had swings between great and bad games...
I could also say this about Jazz but this team always had swings between great and bad games...
Although Toronto was better than itself and trailed 63-53 in the first half, it won the match 107-118, a result that could be considered a surprise. Chicago beat Charlotte on the road a day later. (110-117)
Toronto had 1 win and 1 loss in its 6-game away series. It will be away at Houston on February 3. Alperen Şengün's form is very good in Houston. If Toronto wants to win, they must first stop Alperen, otherwise it will be very difficult.
I'm not favoring the Raptors on that match. Houston Rockets are coming from a loss at home against the Pelicans, they'll surely find a way to bounce back. Although the Raptors surprised the Chicago, I think it will not happen again this time on a team that has a 17-9 record at home. Alperen maybe their top scorer, but there's more players that needs to be limited too since this team is now playing with great teamwork, remember that they beat the Lakers before they lose to the Pelicans on the save venue.
Similarly, with the Bucks, adjusting to a new coach can indeed impact both the team's defense and overall performance. Two games might not be sufficient to assess Doc Rivers' impact accurately. Patience is key, and giving them around 10 games to find their rhythm seems like a fair approach. As fans, it's important to allow the team the space and time needed to adapt to changes, and then make a more informed judgment on how the acquisition of a new coach has influenced their performance. Let's hope for positive progress in the upcoming games.
They just need to win their next game and I'm sure they can do it since they are a strong team in the East they can easily win against the Dallas Mavericks if they can easily stop their scorers but obviously that's exactly what they are lacking because most players in the NBA today can score after Curry's prime era, they practiced to shoot from afar and can just score without any proper defense. What the Bucks need to do is to fix their adjustment on their defense since they don't have Jrue Holiday anymore, they can acquire some free agent to fill that position and talk to him that his job is only to strengthen the defense. that's one of their ways to prevent some losing streak because it is not fit for them to have that record while they have some best players on their team.
I honestly didn't expect Bulls to lose last night but I must admit I've been underestimate Raptors so big that I had the impression they are one of the worst teams in NBA right now but clearly they are don't and I won't ignore them any longer.
I could also say this about Jazz but this team always had swings between great and bad games...
I could also say this about Jazz but this team always had swings between great and bad games...
Although Toronto was better than itself and trailed 63-53 in the first half, it won the match 107-118, a result that could be considered a surprise. Chicago beat Charlotte on the road a day later. (110-117)
Toronto had 1 win and 1 loss in its 6-game away series. It will be away at Houston on February 3. Alperen Şengün's form is very good in Houston. If Toronto wants to win, they must first stop Alperen, otherwise it will be very difficult.
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