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Quote from: Jating on March 19, 2023, 03:46:42 AM

I think it's going to be close with Memphis as the Grizzlies are on a winning streak right now. So maybe the Nuggets will maintain the top spot, but it doesn't good to look at when they are not winning.

And this might be a similar case with the Suns a couple of season ago when they are on the top of the West but eventually lost.

So regardless, they have to win because entering the playoff they have to build the momentum.

Now that the season is almost ending, a team that is at the top experiencing more losses does not look good to me. Momentum is very important when it comes to the playoffs. So if Denver continues losing games, it might not help them. We might be surprised if they are out in the first round. As per the latest standings, they are number 1, but they are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

This is the opposite situation of what happened to the Warriors last season.

They didn't start strong, but ended the regular season strong. And you are right, they were able to carry the momentum, as they were so dominant in the playoffs, except against Memphis, which was their biggest challenge at that time. Morant was just injured, things could have been better if he wasn't.

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Quote from: Jating on March 19, 2023, 03:46:42 AM

I think it's going to be close with Memphis as the Grizzlies are on a winning streak right now. So maybe the Nuggets will maintain the top spot, but it doesn't good to look at when they are not winning.

And this might be a similar case with the Suns a couple of season ago when they are on the top of the West but eventually lost.

So regardless, they have to win because entering the playoff they have to build the momentum.

Now that the season is almost ending, a team that is at the top experiencing more losses does not look good to me. Momentum is very important when it comes to the playoffs. So if Denver continues losing games, it might not help them. We might be surprised if they are out in the first round. As per the latest standings, they are number 1, but they are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

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After winning 1 to break the 4 losing streak, Denver Nuggets are back to lose more. Grin

I don't even understand what is happening. The stats are okay, Murray is back to his normal shooting accuracy and attacking the paint. Maybe it's the lack of defense that they are missing. They are known to score over 120+ per game and they have a record to win it whenever it goes over 120. But vice versa to their losing record when they gave scores like 110+ they will absolutely lose. They may be safe for the playoffs but giving away games will put them in number 2 as the Kings are not stopping to win each game.

Yes, and again, one interesting numbers: Jokic didn't make a triple double, he is shy of 2 assists. And when we see this stats, it make us think that they could be in trouble if he can't make a triple double, also the scoring output though, he is to be expected to score at least 30 points.

Very though for them, maybe they are not doubting themselves again in the playoff. Last year Jamal is out and then Porter Jr has some extended injuries. But now, this season they are healthy, on top of the standings, but seems to be having problems closing out the regular season. And we might say that they are choking right now, in my opinion.

Well, they are still 4 games above the 2nd seeded Kings, so maybe these is a strategy to them. I mean kind of they will not perform 100% on their remaining games, so that they will still have the energy when playoff comes. If they know that they will retain the 1st spot with a few games remaining, for sure their key players Jokic and Murray will sit in preparation for the upcoming playoffs.

Currently, they lost 5 of their last 6 games and the only win that they got in that 6 game span was against the Pistons. They only have 11 games remaining, and it's a bit tough at least because on that 11 games, 7 of them are against teams above .500 (Warriors, Suns, Sixers, Bucks, Nets, Kings). TBH, I'm a bit worried on how the Nuggets are performing on their last games, but if they will manage to win majority of the remaining 11 games then I still think that they will retain that top spot in the West.

I think it's going to be close with Memphis as the Grizzlies are on a winning streak right now. So maybe the Nuggets will maintain the top spot, but it doesn't good to look at when they are not winning.

And this might be a similar case with the Suns a couple of season ago when they are on the top of the West but eventually lost.

So regardless, they have to win because entering the playoff they have to build the momentum.

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After winning 1 to break the 4 losing streak, Denver Nuggets are back to lose more. Grin

I don't even understand what is happening. The stats are okay, Murray is back to his normal shooting accuracy and attacking the paint. Maybe it's the lack of defense that they are missing. They are known to score over 120+ per game and they have a record to win it whenever it goes over 120. But vice versa to their losing record when they gave scores like 110+ they will absolutely lose. They may be safe for the playoffs but giving away games will put them in number 2 as the Kings are not stopping to win each game.

Yes, and again, one interesting numbers: Jokic didn't make a triple double, he is shy of 2 assists. And when we see this stats, it make us think that they could be in trouble if he can't make a triple double, also the scoring output though, he is to be expected to score at least 30 points.

Very though for them, maybe they are not doubting themselves again in the playoff. Last year Jamal is out and then Porter Jr has some extended injuries. But now, this season they are healthy, on top of the standings, but seems to be having problems closing out the regular season. And we might say that they are choking right now, in my opinion.

Too early to choke. This will be a good experience for them to play harder because teams are now trying to climb the ladder and be in a safe spot in the playoffs too. That means they will do everything to win, and the Nuggets should take this like training for them to be ready when the rough part comes.
Their plays before are mostly outside shots but it seems like it's not working pretty well anymore.
I like the inside play of Jokic with Gordon which is mostly an automatic deuce. The Murray-Jokic play seems to be not in sync anymore.
Then, there's MPJ, this guy had been living in the three, time to switch gears and attack the paint. He could do it, I already witnessed it in one game where most of his points came from the paint.
It will be tough playoffs for them if they won't iron things out in their team.

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Yes, and again, one interesting numbers: Jokic didn't make a triple double, he is shy of 2 assists. And when we see this stats, it make us think that they could be in trouble if he can't make a triple double, also the scoring output though, he is to be expected to score at least 30 points.
Very though for them, maybe they are not doubting themselves again in the playoff. Last year Jamal is out and then Porter Jr has some extended injuries. But now, this season they are healthy, on top of the standings, but seems to be having problems closing out the regular season. And we might say that they are choking right now, in my opinion.

Well, they are still 4 games above the 2nd seeded Kings, so maybe these is a strategy to them. I mean kind of they will not perform 100% on their remaining games, so that they will still have the energy when playoff comes. If they know that they will retain the 1st spot with a few games remaining, for sure their key players Jokic and Murray will sit in preparation for the upcoming playoffs.
Currently, they lost 5 of their last 6 games and the only win that they got in that 6 game span was against the Pistons. They only have 11 games remaining, and it's a bit tough at least because on that 11 games, 7 of them are against teams above .500 (Warriors, Suns, Sixers, Bucks, Nets, Kings). TBH, I'm a bit worried on how the Nuggets are performing on their last games, but if they will manage to win majority of the remaining 11 games then I still think that they will retain that top spot in the West.

I understand that the Nuggets have been very inconsistent, actually very poor in terms of performance. But they are still at the top. The problem is as you said they have a lot of hard opponents going forward. It is going to be really hard for them to win in the next 11 matches because we have to keep in mind that the current form of the team is not good. It is actually simple, they will have to perform better. Unless they are going down in the standings.

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After winning 1 to break the 4 losing streak, Denver Nuggets are back to lose more. Grin

I don't even understand what is happening. The stats are okay, Murray is back to his normal shooting accuracy and attacking the paint. Maybe it's the lack of defense that they are missing. They are known to score over 120+ per game and they have a record to win it whenever it goes over 120. But vice versa to their losing record when they gave scores like 110+ they will absolutely lose. They may be safe for the playoffs but giving away games will put them in number 2 as the Kings are not stopping to win each game.

Yes, and again, one interesting numbers: Jokic didn't make a triple double, he is shy of 2 assists. And when we see this stats, it make us think that they could be in trouble if he can't make a triple double, also the scoring output though, he is to be expected to score at least 30 points.

Very though for them, maybe they are not doubting themselves again in the playoff. Last year Jamal is out and then Porter Jr has some extended injuries. But now, this season they are healthy, on top of the standings, but seems to be having problems closing out the regular season. And we might say that they are choking right now, in my opinion.

Well, they are still 4 games above the 2nd seeded Kings, so maybe these is a strategy to them. I mean kind of they will not perform 100% on their remaining games, so that they will still have the energy when playoff comes. If they know that they will retain the 1st spot with a few games remaining, for sure their key players Jokic and Murray will sit in preparation for the upcoming playoffs.

Currently, they lost 5 of their last 6 games and the only win that they got in that 6 game span was against the Pistons. They only have 11 games remaining, and it's a bit tough at least because on that 11 games, 7 of them are against teams above .500 (Warriors, Suns, Sixers, Bucks, Nets, Kings). TBH, I'm a bit worried on how the Nuggets are performing on their last games, but if they will manage to win majority of the remaining 11 games then I still think that they will retain that top spot in the West.

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Quote from: danherbias07 on March 18, 2023, 06:53:34 PM

After winning 1 to break the 4 losing streak, Denver Nuggets are back to lose more. Grin

I don't even understand what is happening. The stats are okay, Murray is back to his normal shooting accuracy and attacking the paint. Maybe it's the lack of defense that they are missing. They are known to score over 120+ per game and they have a record to win it whenever it goes over 120. But vice versa to their losing record when they gave scores like 110+ they will absolutely lose. They may be safe for the playoffs but giving away games will put them in number 2 as the Kings are not stopping to win each game.

Yes, and again, one interesting numbers: Jokic didn't make a triple double, he is shy of 2 assists. And when we see this stats, it make us think that they could be in trouble if he can't make a triple double, also the scoring output though, he is to be expected to score at least 30 points.

Very though for them, maybe they are not doubting themselves again in the playoff. Last year Jamal is out and then Porter Jr has some extended injuries. But now, this season they are healthy, on top of the standings, but seems to be having problems closing out the regular season. And we might say that they are choking right now, in my opinion.

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Quote from: AHOYBRAUSE on March 18, 2023, 02:59:03 AM

What a beauty this ending was.
Our guy Maxi Kleber with 3 clutch free throws 15sec before the end to make it a 1 point game and then after a Lakers turnover Maxi's first NBA game winner buzzer 3 pointer.
He is a force on the defensive end but his shooting from 3 is definitely worth mentioning as well.
Thanks AD for the "great" foul on Maxi shooting a 3, amazing.
GO MAVS.

I fell asleep in third quarter but woke up in last period and that was well worth it. AD did the worst mistake he could ever do and that cost them the game. Without Dončić and LeBron it was still a fun game and was very competitive until the end. Kyrie had another great night. Everybody expected him to use the last ball but he passed to Maxi Kleber and what a buzzer beater that was. Even though I'm not a Mavericks fan, I screamed 7 in the morning. Grin

Every win change standings. Western Conference in play-off picture is crazy.

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After winning 1 to break the 4 losing streak, Denver Nuggets are back to lose more. Grin

I don't even understand what is happening. The stats are okay, Murray is back to his normal shooting accuracy and attacking the paint. Maybe it's the lack of defense that they are missing. They are known to score over 120+ per game and they have a record to win it whenever it goes over 120. But vice versa to their losing record when they gave scores like 110+ they will absolutely lose. They may be safe for the playoffs but giving away games will put them in number 2 as the Kings are not stopping to win each game.

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Quote from: Baofeng on March 18, 2023, 04:05:10 PM

Same here I wanted Joel Embiid to win the MVP for this season, he is doing everything for his team, last year, he just got injured but a healthy Joel? Philly will have a good chance for the title.

Since the famous "Trust the Process" quote was introduced by Philadelphia Sixers, Joel Embiid never failed to give his best every season. Lots of roles and good players already and we can say, an All-Star caliber was being teamed with him but they still, can't provide a big support for Embiid. We don't know if it will be a different story referring to his current duo, James Harden.

Hopefully, this season, they can bounce back from those bitter loss exit experiences against some of the top teams in the East, Milwaukee Bucks, Boston Celtics, etc. Embiid is really serious when it comes to winning. Remember in 2019 when they lose against the Toronto Raptors in the Conference Semi-Finals? He really take that loss personally and even cried after the game heading to their locker room.

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Quote from: dwyane36 on March 18, 2023, 01:10:54 PM

If we compare the individual stats of these two players, we can see that they both perform at their best on the court. Embiid averages more points per game, and he's clearly a good scorer, while Jokic is a more universal center as he grabs more rebounds and has more assists per game. In fact, both are equally deserving of the award, although I'd rather see Embiid as the MVP of this season.

This is one of the most talked about topics right now :p

I confess that both are favorites for MVP, Embiid and Jokic.

They are players who occupy the same position but each one has several unique characteristics, Jokic can be a little more well arounded, have more skills, assists and vision of the game, whereas Embiid is stronger, despite his height he has a ball handling relevant and also more dominant (of course what I said about these players was somewhat superficial, each one has other qualities).

Let's see until the end of the regular season which of the two will stand out more! I will be rooting for Embiid, but I have no doubt that Jokic also deserves to receive that MVP award again

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Rockets are on a 3 game winning streak, which is not what I really expected to be fair, they are a bottom team that is tanking, so them getting three wins in a row is beyond what I could have predicted. Maybe they guaranteed their position so that is why they are playing a bit better and the coach is showing what he can do with this team if given the chance and not asked to be tanking.

In the end, this could also be because they have young players who are not tired whereas other teams already played 70 games give or take and all of them are tired and the playoff ones are just resting right now until the playoffs to be more ready (unless their playoff spot is in danger).

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And if we talk about the MVP race, Kia MVP Ladder: Joel Embiid overtakes Nikola Jokic for No. 1 spot.

1. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets

Well, that 4 game losing streak by the Nuggets really affected Jokic's MVP race.
On the other hand, Embiid deserves it as well as he is performing very well in their last games. It will be a close duel between these 2 Centers on who will be the MVP now that we only have few games left on the regular season. I'd want to see Jokic making history though as the 4th NBA player in history to have 3 consecutive MVP titles.

If we compare the individual stats of these two players, we can see that they both perform at their best on the court. Embiid averages more points per game, and he's clearly a good scorer, while Jokic is a more universal center as he grabs more rebounds and has more assists per game. In fact, both are equally deserving of the award, although I'd rather see Embiid as the MVP of this season.

Scoring wise it's Joel as he is the league leader, they are almost the same as far as rebounds goes, with 10 a piece, but what separates Jokic is of course, his skills to pass the ball.

Same here I wanted Joel Embiid to win the MVP for this season, he is doing everything for his team, last year, he just got injured but a healthy Joel? Philly will have a good chance for the title. Although it's tough as there are a lot of teams in the East that is also capable, like Giannis Milwaukee and last year runner up the Boston Celtics.

Good and close game between the Clippers and the Magic right now.

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Injuries are really taking a toll one the NBA as we get closer to the end of the season. I should be getting excited about the Los Angeles Lakers playing the Dallas Mavericks tonight, but I’m not sure if any of the superstars are going to be on the floor. Luka maybe will put on a show but I would’ve loved to have seen Kyrie and LeBron face off again on their latest teams.

What a beauty this ending was.

Our guy Maxi Kleber with 3 clutch free throws 15sec before the end to make it a 1 point game and then after a Lakers turnover Maxi's first NBA game winner buzzer 3 pointer.

He is a force on the defensive end but his shooting from 3 is definitely worth mentioning as well.

Thanks AD for the "great" foul on Maxi shooting a 3, amazing.

GO MAVS.

It was basically how the Lakers team has been for the last couple of years. They just aren't that good and I hope they don't make a full series playoff because they will get smacked around and be boring. Was funny because as I was watching that broken play and was thinking to myself the Lakers are gonna screw this up and bam. 3 at the buzzer lol.

Just the breaks of the game I guess, they know that the ball will go to Kyrie and so someone left Maxi as they triple team Irving in the dying seconds, and it's good that Kyrie didn't force that shot and instead pass to to Maxi who is very wide and boom, 3 and a good win for the Dallas team who are still struggling because Luka is still out.

Teams are not getting desperate, and it's good though, because we might see games that are very close and maybe another buzzer beating. Or the game will be contested and won by 3 points or less.

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And if we talk about the MVP race, Kia MVP Ladder: Joel Embiid overtakes Nikola Jokic for No. 1 spot.

1. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets

Well, that 4 game losing streak by the Nuggets really affected Jokic's MVP race.
On the other hand, Embiid deserves it as well as he is performing very well in their last games. It will be a close duel between these 2 Centers on who will be the MVP now that we only have few games left on the regular season. I'd want to see Jokic making history though as the 4th NBA player in history to have 3 consecutive MVP titles.

If we compare the individual stats of these two players, we can see that they both perform at their best on the court. Embiid averages more points per game, and he's clearly a good scorer, while Jokic is a more universal center as he grabs more rebounds and has more assists per game. In fact, both are equally deserving of the award, although I'd rather see Embiid as the MVP of this season.

Yeah, just to break the ice though, I mean Jokic is gunning for his 3rd MVP know, but in the last 4 games or so his team is losing while Joel Embiid is really putting MVP numbers specially he up his scoring average.

So I wouldn't be surprised if by chance he still this win from under Jokic rag and win for the first time.

And if that is the case then we will see two MVP with the team, him and James Harden, but still early though, Jokic might come back with a huge performance in the last remaining games.

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At this point , Kings wining the West is not a dream anymore right ? I know the chances are low and most likely it won't happen but still , this is maybe the best season they had in the last 15 years of franchise and they do have a team that could go deep in play offs.

However , for me , Bucks are still the best and strongest team in the NBA , followed closely by Celtics who are having another phenomenal season that could end with another NBA final.

I respect your opinion for the Bucks because they are indeed a dangerous team especially if they are all healthy mainly Giannis who can track anyone down in both ends of the court. Also, there are other teams who actually improved this season too but just like the Bucks and other top teams in both conferences, they will still prove their skills and strengths in the conference finals and then the Finals.

For the Kings, it's early too tell about their chances whether if it's low or high because they are decent hence, why they managed to be one of the top teams in the West next to the Nuggets. We don't know, they might surprise us this time just like what the Celtics did last playoffs from being an underdog who swept the Brooklyn Nets in the 1st round until they faced the Warriors in the Finals.

Come playoff time we will he able to tell if they are playoff ready. Regular season and playoffs are 2 wildly different games to be honest. Some teams are great in the regular season but match them up against the same team in a best of 7 and they can't adjust game by game. Usually happens to young or playoff inexperienced teams. Glad there is new blood in the playoff water though.

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Quote from: Baofeng on March 17, 2023, 05:42:09 PM

And if we talk about the MVP race, Kia MVP Ladder: Joel Embiid overtakes Nikola Jokic for No. 1 spot.

1. Joel Embiid, Philadelphia 76ers
2. Nikola Jokic, Denver Nuggets

Well, that 4 game losing streak by the Nuggets really affected Jokic's MVP race.
On the other hand, Embiid deserves it as well as he is performing very well in their last games. It will be a close duel between these 2 Centers on who will be the MVP now that we only have few games left on the regular season. I'd want to see Jokic making history though as the 4th NBA player in history to have 3 consecutive MVP titles.

If we compare the individual stats of these two players, we can see that they both perform at their best on the court. Embiid averages more points per game, and he's clearly a good scorer, while Jokic is a more universal center as he grabs more rebounds and has more assists per game. In fact, both are equally deserving of the award, although I'd rather see Embiid as the MVP of this season.

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Quote from: yahoo62278 on March 18, 2023, 11:51:28 AM

Honestly, even though Lebron has been considered an all time great, I would rather see him fail. Not because I hate the guy, but because he always gets what he wants and thus far hasn't delivered. They only won a championship in the shortened covid year. Had that year been a full season they may not have done so well.

I'd just like to see teams take back control of the league. Not let players dictate what and how things happen. Let's get back to coaches actually coaching and players sticking to contracts.

Exactly, Lebron is now the boss which makes him a drama artist instead of focusing on his game like what he do back to the time when he is on Cavs(2003). He become like this after he feel the championship on Miami heat by acquiring all star line-up. This start the unfair drafting on NBA until now that results to power houses that leaves other team with mediocre players.

Lebron factor that affecting their coach decision gives a setback to the team because they can’t formulate a strategy that Lebron won’t approve. Cheesy

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Injuries are really taking a toll one the NBA as we get closer to the end of the season. I should be getting excited about the Los Angeles Lakers playing the Dallas Mavericks tonight, but I’m not sure if any of the superstars are going to be on the floor. Luka maybe will put on a show but I would’ve loved to have seen Kyrie and LeBron face off again on their latest teams.

What a beauty this ending was.

Our guy Maxi Kleber with 3 clutch free throws 15sec before the end to make it a 1 point game and then after a Lakers turnover Maxi's first NBA game winner buzzer 3 pointer.

He is a force on the defensive end but his shooting from 3 is definitely worth mentioning as well.

Thanks AD for the "great" foul on Maxi shooting a 3, amazing.

GO MAVS.

It was basically how the Lakers team has been for the last couple of years. They just aren't that good and I hope they don't make a full series playoff because they will get smacked around and be boring. Was funny because as I was watching that broken play and was thinking to myself the Lakers are gonna screw this up and bam. 3 at the buzzer lol.

I think that will change when LeBron comes back. This is by far the best Lakers team without LeBron James. I mean, they are winning games and slowly rising in the ranking. I'm thinking that if LeBron comes back, they'll be even better. Maybe they are not too entertaining too watch, but playoffs will be a different story. It's about experience and the quality of players on a team. With a healthy AD and LeBron, I'm sure they'll be competitive, but I'm not sure if they'll win a championship together again.

Heartbreaking loss for sure, but it made for exciting basketball. The Lakers are watching their playoff hopes fade away as this is the second close loss in a row for them. They had better start winning some games, or LeBron will be back too late for any chance of him carrying them back to the finals. At this point, I’m not sure if they’ll make the playoffs or not.

Honestly, even though Lebron has been considered an all time great, I would rather see him fail. Not because I hate the guy, but because he always gets what he wants and thus far hasn't delivered. They only won a championship in the shortened covid year. Had that year been a full season they may not have done so well.

I'd just like to see teams take back control of the league. Not let players dictate what and how things happen. Let's get back to coaches actually coaching and players sticking to contracts.

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