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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.
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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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February 16, 2024, 03:24:35 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.
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February 16, 2024, 03:18:57 AM
Watching the clips from yesterday showing Draymond Green act like a crazy person is actually sad. That guy is breaking down mentally now that the Warriors’ dynasty is over. I’m not even sure if LeBron could save them by jumping ship in the offseason. I also wouldn’t be surprised if Draymond has signed his last NBA contract.

Yeah at this point he is going overboard.  I think as his athletic ability has declined he is masking it with this new over the top persona to scare people into submission.  I know he was aggressive before but not like this.  At some point he is just basically a danger out on the court.  It is sad bit I think this is the end of "their run".  GS doesn't look like they are gonna get better anytime soon.

I even don't think that Draymond has the athletic ability in the first place, he is more of the basketball IQ, however, he went overboard most of the team and this season it was even magnified that he got suspended by the league. So perhaps he is not masking it, he could really be out of control and he really needs to check himself and seek medical attention.
I agree that he is getting out of control year by year, day by day. I also think that he was not even too athletic and of course he is getting worse with time. Anyone who watches draymond's podcast knows that he is a very arrogant and know-it-all player. He can't take criticism. He was a good player and an important member of the warriors dynasty, draymond green is now known more for his excesses than his accomplishments on the court. And with him, the entire golden state team is going down.
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February 16, 2024, 03:17:29 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.
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February 16, 2024, 02:13:24 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!!
This is getting out of hand. How on earth did the Bucks lose that game? It is difficult to fault Lillard because they were winning before the appearance of Rivers. Rivers is tasked with the job of making plays good for its players which implies he needs to adapt to what is available and what is lacking.

Despite having lower attempts in the threes, the Grizzlies were still able to produce more in those areas. In total, the Grizzlies have lower field goal attempts, but they converted over half into points.


And why we even think of Lillard geting at fault? This is ridiculous, I mean, Lillard wasn't the only one that struggled in that game. Here are the stats of the other players that has a poor shooting night.

Lopez    5-14
Beasley 3-10...

And it should be the coach because he is the one that calls for the play, he could decide to sit players if they aren't playing as expected.

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And three days from now, River is coaching the Eastern selection in the All-Stars match.

Thanks for letting us know, I'm fading him.
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February 15, 2024, 11:57:59 PM
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!!
This is getting out of hand. How on earth did the Bucks lose that game? It is difficult to fault Lillard because they were winning before the appearance of Rivers. Rivers is tasked with the job of making plays good for its players which implies he needs to adapt to what is available and what is lacking.

Despite having lower attempts in the threes, the Grizzlies were still able to produce more in those areas. In total, the Grizzlies have lower field goal attempts, but they converted over half into points.

And three days from now, River is coaching the Eastern selection in the All-Stars match.
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February 15, 2024, 11:30:37 PM
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 didn't expect that but they seemd playing very inconsistent. I thought they had figure it out alread when they blowout the Nuggets on their homecourt, and there goes again losing against a weak team. Giannis probably didn't like it, I don't know what would happen to the Bucks, their season is on the line now.

Meanwhile, Jazz almost completed their comeback, but just one costly mistake made by Collins throwing the ball to the crowd made them loss their chance. However, it's still a good game though, they were competitive and they know how to come back, just fall short on this one.
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February 15, 2024, 11:06:00 PM
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!!
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