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Quote from: danherbias07 on February 06, 2024, 10:02:53 PM

The New York Knicks scared their fans for a bit there in the 4th quarter. The highest lead they got was 28 points and I was so sure that I won't win my bet because I took the plus for the Memphis Grizzlies. Then all of a sudden, their hands got hot after Brunson went out when he rolled his ankle.
Even the bench of the Grizzlies was shocked at what their players could do and the Madison Square Garden also got silent because of it.
I had a bit of luck there.

It's GG Jackson who found his rhythm in the 4th quarter shooting three-pointers and their defense also got better. But Donte DiVicenzo for the Knicks is on fire too as he scored most of that 4th quarter for the Knicks registering 32 points in the process.

Miami Heat on the other hand won their game too against the Orlando Magic. Terry Rozier feels comfortable making 18 points helping out his team on the offensive end which Miami needs the most because of the lack of firepower. Heat won it by dominating more in the paint and the Magic had a hard time on the defensive end.

Phoenix Suns versus Milwaukee Bucks, up next.

Many of us where disappointed, although the Knicks won, they allow the Memphis Grizzles to score a huge 39 points in the 4th quarter, allowing them to win by just 10 points and didn't cover the initial spread of -12.5 for us gamblers, oh well.

Phoenix Suns already won against the struggling Bucks now. I know, but what is the record of coach Doc Rivers under the Bucks? Anyway, they are now in the 3rd place, as the Cavs takes the 2nd spot in the Eastern conference, having a 6 game winning streak now.

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Quote from: OgNasty on February 06, 2024, 05:39:19 PM

Thanasis clearly isn't an NBA caliber player.

I think Thanasis could be a competitive player in the NBA, but it seems like he's not really trying or wanting to be. I wouldn't be surprised if he's happy with his current position on the team because all he has to do is attend workouts, and for that, he gets a couple of million dollars and a season ticket to a bench seat at courtside as well. That sounds like a dream job. Grin

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The New York Knicks scared their fans for a bit there in the 4th quarter. The highest lead they got was 28 points and I was so sure that I won't win my bet because I took the plus for the Memphis Grizzlies. Then all of a sudden, their hands got hot after Brunson went out when he rolled his ankle.
Even the bench of the Grizzlies was shocked at what their players could do and the Madison Square Garden also got silent because of it.
I had a bit of luck there.

It's GG Jackson who found his rhythm in the 4th quarter shooting three-pointers and their defense also got better. But Donte DiVicenzo for the Knicks is on fire too as he scored most of that 4th quarter for the Knicks registering 32 points in the process.

Miami Heat on the other hand won their game too against the Orlando Magic. Terry Rozier feels comfortable making 18 points helping out his team on the offensive end which Miami needs the most because of the lack of firepower. Heat won it by dominating more in the paint and the Magic had a hard time on the defensive end.

Phoenix Suns versus Milwaukee Bucks, up next.

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Quote from: ultrloa on February 06, 2024, 05:35:21 PM

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Quote from: LogitechMouse on February 05, 2024, 06:01:52 PM

I also saw that the Bucks must sign him, and waive Thanasis which is very funny, but kind of true. Just so you know, Tony Snell has a career where he just went "cardio" for 20+ minutes. No statsat all, and the only thing he did was run on the court. Cheesy

. Thanasis? What is he doing on the league? He isn't even playing, and the team don't need him aside from him being a cheerleader for his younger brother. Cheesy

Haha, Thanasis our guy.

They've been in losing streak when the change of coach has happened. He's the million dollar guy that's hired to hire his brother. But seriously, he's drafted first by the New York Knicks so maybe he's really got the talent but then Bucks just seen better deal with him.

He's expensive personal body guard of Giannis and I'm sure that Bucks is so ready to get rid of him but they can't do anything since he's under protection of their star brother which they can't afford to lose.

Also I think he will not drafted if his not a good player maybe he just need a break to show his talent and capabilities to help the team that's why if they need additional help maybe its better for bucks to used him or try to develop so that they get something from him. If they let him sit on bench I think nothing will happen and they just waste their money for him.

Obviously they're developing him, but I think that's part of the deal with Giannis. Everyone knows this is something the Bucks are doing to keep Giannis happy. Thanasis clearly isn't an NBA caliber player. I'm pretty sure once Giannis leaves the Bucks that Thanasis won't be far behind. We'll probably find out after this season, but I wouldn't be surprised if whoever signs Giannis also makes a league minimum offer to Thanasis in an attempt to keep Giannis happy in his new home as well.

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Quote from: jossiel on February 06, 2024, 04:42:04 PM

Quote from: LogitechMouse on February 05, 2024, 06:01:52 PM

I also saw that the Bucks must sign him, and waive Thanasis which is very funny, but kind of true. Just so you know, Tony Snell has a career where he just went "cardio" for 20+ minutes. No statsat all, and the only thing he did was run on the court. Cheesy

. Thanasis? What is he doing on the league? He isn't even playing, and the team don't need him aside from him being a cheerleader for his younger brother. Cheesy

Haha, Thanasis our guy.

They've been in losing streak when the change of coach has happened. He's the million dollar guy that's hired to hire his brother. But seriously, he's drafted first by the New York Knicks so maybe he's really got the talent but then Bucks just seen better deal with him.

He's expensive personal body guard of Giannis and I'm sure that Bucks is so ready to get rid of him but they can't do anything since he's under protection of their star brother which they can't afford to lose.

Also I think he will not drafted if his not a good player maybe he just need a break to show his talent and capabilities to help the team that's why if they need additional help maybe its better for bucks to used him or try to develop so that they get something from him. If they let him sit on bench I think nothing will happen and they just waste their money for him. Much better find solution to their struggle since for now they can't do good decision regarding to that issue so they can perform well this season.

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Quote from: Yogee on February 06, 2024, 05:24:28 PM

Quote from: OgNasty on February 06, 2024, 12:17:32 PM

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I’ve heard the Suns are trying desperately to get one more piece.

Miles Bridges was the latest rumor. Do they even have enough to give up for trades?

I have no idea who they would give up or what picks they have left... I also don't know what help a player like Miles Bridges would be. Seems like they need another big man to me, but I haven't seen the entire team play together enough yet to know.

Quote from: ingiltere on February 06, 2024, 05:25:44 PM

The Grizzlies played without 13 players against the Celtics and suffered a heavy loss. Now they will play the Knicks, another Eastern team in form. It's a tough game again and the number of missing players makes their chances even worse. There is another opportunity for the players who normally don't get minutes to show themselves. The Knicks also have missing players, but nothing like the Grizzlies, they don't have a complete team. There will be no surprises in this game, I don't know how many points the Knicks will win by, but sure they will win.

Interesting. I was unaware of this. Might have to add them to a parlay. I wondered why the odds were so bad.

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The Grizzlies played without 13 players against the Celtics and suffered a heavy loss. Now they will play the Knicks, another Eastern team in form. It's a tough game again and the number of missing players makes their chances even worse. There is another opportunity for the players who normally don't get minutes to show themselves. The Knicks also have missing players, but nothing like the Grizzlies, they don't have a complete team. There will be no surprises in this game, I don't know how many points the Knicks will win by, but sure they will win.

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Quote from: OgNasty on February 06, 2024, 12:17:32 PM

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I’ve heard the Suns are trying desperately to get one more piece.

Miles Bridges was the latest rumor. Do they even have enough to give up for trades?

Quote from: LogitechMouse on February 05, 2024, 06:01:52 PM

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Thanasis? What is he doing on the league? He isn't even playing, and the team don't need him aside from him being a cheerleader for his younger brother. Cheesy

He plays sometimes and he's actually funny when he's on the court. You can watch some of his "lowlights" on youtube. It should be obvious to everyone that he's not an NBA level player so it's purely a business decision for the Bucks to keep him on their roster.

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Quote from: LogitechMouse on February 05, 2024, 06:01:52 PM

Quote from: jossiel on February 05, 2024, 03:08:33 PM

I don't know about his figures but that's for sure that he's still bagged a lot of money during his entire career run. But if it's with spending habits that are too bad for him, there's no help with that.

Most of them will realize that they did the wrong thing when they're on their peak of their careers. But then, after all of those bad spending habits or when he's a giver to all of his relatives, he gets back nothing.

Poor guy, but I hope that there's a redirection and will still have some opportunities that will come for him.

Based on what I'm seeing online, it seems like he's playing in the G-league currently (under Maine Celtics).

Also, if the only thing that matters to him is that retiree benefits plan, he can still get signed next season. 10-day contracts aren't that heavy for teams, especially for those who need players right now. If not only for the CBA, Snell would've played in the NBA now. He can still have other options just in case the NBA doesn't want to sign him, but it's a good sign that he's starting his career again at the G-league despite him having autism.

If he's going to play in the G League, will that affect that benefit for himself and his family? Also, if he signs next season, won't it be affecting that plan as well?

Because with what I am reading, that's the reason why they need him to sign asap last week because of the deadline that he won't be eligible anymore for that benefit if he's not signed until last Friday.

Quote from: LogitechMouse on February 05, 2024, 06:01:52 PM

I also saw that the Bucks must sign him, and waive Thanasis which is very funny, but kind of true. Just so you know, Tony Snell has a career where he just went "cardio" for 20+ minutes. No statsat all, and the only thing he did was run on the court. Cheesy

. Thanasis? What is he doing on the league? He isn't even playing, and the team don't need him aside from him being a cheerleader for his younger brother. Cheesy

Haha, Thanasis our guy.

They've been in losing streak when the change of coach has happened. He's the million dollar guy that's hired to hire his brother. But seriously, he's drafted first by the New York Knicks so maybe he's really got the talent but then Bucks just seen better deal with him.

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Quote from: OgNasty on February 06, 2024, 12:17:32 PM

I’m also a little surprised we haven’t seen any big moves in the trade market yet. The deadline is quickly going to come and go. I’ve heard the Suns are trying desperately to get one more piece.

I am also waiting for some of the big trades just to see if there are real with the rumors that have been there lately.
But as you've said, none of them hasn't come so I think that it's just best to go on with these rumors and take it as something that won't happen.
And we've got just a few day/s left for the trade deadline so maybe at the exact deadline, we'll see.

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Quote from: danherbias07 on February 05, 2024, 10:15:26 PM

The chances of the Los Angeles Clippers winning a ring this season? Very high.

That team had won 26 of their last 31 games and I don't think they will stop right there. And if ever they win this thing, it will be a mountain of joy for both the franchise and the players in it.
Paul George's first championship. Russell Westbrook will finally get a ring. James Harden too. And then Kawhi Leonard who will win three rings for three different teams.
But to do that, they will need to keep themselves healthy. Kawhi Leonard now averaging 34 minutes which is good, Paul George is almost 34 minutes too, and I think their chemistry is on the top level now. Finishing it strong will always be the big question because of their injury history.

Yeah, It looks like James Harden have finally found a team that perfectly fits and compliments his style of play. So far so good for the team and the chemistry keeps improving. The only thing that they really need to maintain is to keep being healthy all throughout until the end of the post season. Nevertheless, the true test on how strong this team are will be in the playoffs. The only teams I can think of which will be a huge challenge for them in the playoffs are the Denver Nuggets and the Phoenix Suns, other than this two teams they can pretty much handle them. I mean the Thunder, Timberwolves, or the Kings are relatively young in terms of playoffs experience compared to the caliber of Haden, Westbrook, PG, and Kawhi. These 4 are a playoffs veteran, though most of them doesn't have a championship, but pretty much been into the bigger stage. IMO, most of the time experience will be a great factor when playing in the playoffs.

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Quote from: Yogee on February 06, 2024, 09:19:21 AM

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I'm thinking of betting on the Bucks tomorrow. Perhaps they were able to rest after that loss to the Jazz, it was a disappointing loss because they ran out of gas in the 4th quarter, so Giannis will find a way to bounce back and get a win.

Moneyline,
Suns - 1.62
Bucks - 2.36

That's a good one for you. It's rare to see Bucks as underdog like that with Giannis playing.

Quote from: Ziskinberg on February 06, 2024, 08:46:36 AM

I don't see anyone from the Suns team can stop Giannis in the paint, for the Suns to win, they need to keep their 3 point shooting at a high level which I believe the Bucks knows how to limit them on that area.

Are the Bucks that good at defending now? They are probably just at the same level on defense so it will come down to scoring more. I bet both teams will score at least 110 points.

I thought it was odd the Bucks are underdogs as well. I didn’t think the Suns were playing that great of basketball lately.

I’m also a little surprised we haven’t seen any big moves in the trade market yet. The deadline is quickly going to come and go. I’ve heard the Suns are trying desperately to get one more piece.

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Quote from: Ziskinberg on February 06, 2024, 08:46:36 AM

I'm thinking of betting on the Bucks tomorrow. Perhaps they were able to rest after that loss to the Jazz, it was a disappointing loss because they ran out of gas in the 4th quarter, so Giannis will find a way to bounce back and get a win. I don't see anyone from the Suns team can stop Giannis in the paint, for the Suns to win, they need to keep their 3 point shooting at a high level which I believe the Bucks knows how to limit them on that area.

Their last 3 games (2 this year and 1 last year) was all won by the Bucks, so I'm trusting that trend and believe that the Bucks are going to make it an interesting game, if they fall short at least covering the handicap is possible.

The performance of the Bucks against that Utah Jazz was not good at all. At least it could have been more competitive. It felt like they had just accepted their fate and given up. I hope it is not going to be like that against the Phoenix Suns. Bucks do have some incredible performances by Giannis and Portis. But the problem is that the Utah Jazz performed really well as a team. And you cannot beat a team by just having two solo performances.

But as you said I think they have a good chance to win against Phoenix Suns. So I hope they will be confident going into that match.

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I don't see anyone from the Suns team can stop Giannis in the paint, for the Suns to win, they need to keep their 3 point shooting at a high level which I believe the Bucks knows how to limit them on that area.

Are the Bucks that good at defending now? They are probably just at the same level on defense so it will come down to scoring more. I bet both teams will score at least 110 points.

I think that could be possible, with both teams scoring at least 110, safe bet. Because both of the teams are going to be very interested in winning this one. And I also do not think Giannis is actually going to be stopped by the Phoenix Suns properly in this game. So there is a big chance that he is going to go crazy in the next game. What is the plan from Phoenix Suns do you guys think? Because if they cannot stop him, it is definitely going to be very hard for them to actually win this match.

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Quote from: Ziskinberg on February 06, 2024, 08:46:36 AM

I'm thinking of betting on the Bucks tomorrow. Perhaps they were able to rest after that loss to the Jazz, it was a disappointing loss because they ran out of gas in the 4th quarter, so Giannis will find a way to bounce back and get a win.

Moneyline,
Suns - 1.62
Bucks - 2.36

That's a good one for you. It's rare to see Bucks as underdog like that with Giannis playing.

Quote from: Ziskinberg on February 06, 2024, 08:46:36 AM

I don't see anyone from the Suns team can stop Giannis in the paint, for the Suns to win, they need to keep their 3 point shooting at a high level which I believe the Bucks knows how to limit them on that area.

Are the Bucks that good at defending now? They are probably just at the same level on defense so it will come down to scoring more. I bet both teams will score at least 110 points.

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I'm thinking of betting on the Bucks tomorrow. Perhaps they were able to rest after that loss to the Jazz, it was a disappointing loss because they ran out of gas in the 4th quarter, so Giannis will find a way to bounce back and get a win. I don't see anyone from the Suns team can stop Giannis in the paint, for the Suns to win, they need to keep their 3 point shooting at a high level which I believe the Bucks knows how to limit them on that area.

Their last 3 games (2 this year and 1 last year) was all won by the Bucks, so I'm trusting that trend and believe that the Bucks are going to make it an interesting game, if they fall short at least covering the handicap is possible.

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What happened to the Lakers? Grin

I mean, they've been winning more often lately, and they've even improved their spot in the standings a little bit. The surprising thing is also that LeBron and Davis are becoming more and more active on the court, as well as players like Reaves and Russell. By the way, LeBron recently had a triple-double against the Warriors, and now Davis has a triple-double against the Hornets. Have they finally found their rhythm?

With this kind of games recently, they are holding their position well and not giving up on trying their luck to win playoff games if ever they manage to enter the playoff tournament without worrying about the play-in knockout rounds like last time. But right now, they should prefer their plan to beat the Denver Nuggets because that's when they hit the wall when they are against the Nuggets they don't have enough players to counter their offense and great defense since LBJ is slowing down, they are now in need of more players to survive that round unlike before.

Maybe they found their chemistry already and after a good rest, Lebron and AD is back with full of confidence and so they are back in winning track. Although they just beaten a team that is below in the standing. But a win is a win and so it might have created motivation for them. So let's see if they faces tough team specially from the West like the Nuggets which is like some sort of kryptonite for them. LBJ might be slowing down, but he can still score and lead the Lakers in the court. Austin Reaves and D'Lo seems to be also better right now and I do not see anyone of them being traded.

They need to win that's why they win. 3 win streak now, it started with the Big upset against the Celtics, then Knicks and now the Charlotte Hornets. These two (knicks and Hornets) are not a huge challenge for them but beating the Celtics without AD and Lebron is something. I believe they have a talented roster, defense is their strenght since they aren't good 3 point shooters, except for that game against the Celtics.

Chemistry is necessary, but the ball has to be shared well, Lebron and AD taking 80% of the scoring is not good, maybe 50% for them and the rest is for their teammates. Whatever, hehe. it's up to them but they should not totally rely on AD and Bron, especially Bron who is already old.

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Quote from: dwyane36 on February 06, 2024, 01:34:33 AM

What happened to the Lakers? Grin

I mean, they've been winning more often lately, and they've even improved their spot in the standings a little bit. The surprising thing is also that LeBron and Davis are becoming more and more active on the court, as well as players like Reaves and Russell. By the way, LeBron recently had a triple-double against the Warriors, and now Davis has a triple-double against the Hornets. Have they finally found their rhythm?

With this kind of games recently, they are holding their position well and not giving up on trying their luck to win playoff games if ever they manage to enter the playoff tournament without worrying about the play-in knockout rounds like last time. But right now, they should prefer their plan to beat the Denver Nuggets because that's when they hit the wall when they are against the Nuggets they don't have enough players to counter their offense and great defense since LBJ is slowing down, they are now in need of more players to survive that round unlike before.

Maybe they found their chemistry already and after a good rest, Lebron and AD is back with full of confidence and so they are back in winning track. Although they just beaten a team that is below in the standing. But a win is a win and so it might have created motivation for them. So let's see if they faces tough team specially from the West like the Nuggets which is like some sort of kryptonite for them. LBJ might be slowing down, but he can still score and lead the Lakers in the court. Austin Reaves and D'Lo seems to be also better right now and I do not see anyone of them being traded.

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Quote from: dwyane36 on February 06, 2024, 01:34:33 AM

What happened to the Lakers? Grin

I mean, they've been winning more often lately, and they've even improved their spot in the standings a little bit. The surprising thing is also that LeBron and Davis are becoming more and more active on the court, as well as players like Reaves and Russell. By the way, LeBron recently had a triple-double against the Warriors, and now Davis has a triple-double against the Hornets. Have they finally found their rhythm?

With this kind of games recently, they are holding their position well and not giving up on trying their luck to win playoff games if ever they manage to enter the playoff tournament without worrying about the play-in knockout rounds like last time. But right now, they should prefer their plan to beat the Denver Nuggets because that's when they hit the wall when they are against the Nuggets they don't have enough players to counter their offense and great defense since LBJ is slowing down, they are now in need of more players to survive that round unlike before.

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Quote from: dwyane36 on February 06, 2024, 01:34:33 AM

What happened to the Lakers? Grin

I mean, they've been winning more often lately, and they've even improved their spot in the standings a little bit. The surprising thing is also that LeBron and Davis are becoming more and more active on the court, as well as players like Reaves and Russell.

They are the same team, still very inconsistent until now. Winning games doesn't mean they are getting what they are expecting, because currently their ranking is still bad. Number 9 in standing, they might have to play the play-in tournament if they'll not reach the top 6 rank (at least).

Quote from: dwyane36 on February 06, 2024, 01:34:33 AM

By the way, LeBron recently had a triple-double against the Warriors, and now Davis has a triple-double against the Hornets.

But that was against a non playoff team, at least based on standing now as the Warriors are also struggle failing to reach .500 win rate. They need to be more consistent. Right now they are on a 3 win streak, 6-4 on their last team, already good but still not impressive yet.

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Have they finally found their rhythm?

I hope so. But once trade happened, that might affect their chemistry again as they'll make a huge adjustment.

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What happened to the Lakers? Grin

I mean, they've been winning more often lately, and they've even improved their spot in the standings a little bit. The surprising thing is also that LeBron and Davis are becoming more and more active on the court, as well as players like Reaves and Russell. By the way, LeBron recently had a triple-double against the Warriors, and now Davis has a triple-double against the Hornets. Have they finally found their rhythm?

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