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He is wise indeed! But I'm really curious if the Los Angeles Lakers will be the end of his road and will be the team to officially retire his jersey because at the back of my mind, I'm also thinking that he might choose to retire with the Cleveland Cavaliers, where his home team is and where he get drafted. Anyway, we still have a few more years to enjoy LeBron James greatness, so let's cherish it while he's still active and hopefully he can add one more ring.

I confess that this is one of the questions I would most like to know, this can even be considered a mystery lol

What I and some friends of mine speculate is that LeBron James will return to the Cavaliers, Bronny will be drafted to the Cavs and for the first time in NBA history, son and father will play together on the same team.
And after that feat happens, LeBron James will retire for the Cavs.

I know that LJ's contentment in the Lakers is not the best, including the bad performance of the team, I have no doubt that this could be a factor for him to leave the Lakers soon, now, if the chemistry between the players improves, AD is 100% healthy, and Wesbrook's performance improves, I believe LJ will be able to stay longer in LAL.

Of course, everything I've said is mere speculation on my part, but I have no doubt that it could happen....

For me, I'll just pass with the thought of hoping that Davis will be healthy 100 percent because we all know that his situation won't get any remedy that quickly even if technology will improve. We already saw some sorts of players with the likes of him and it's almost impossible to see that they will be available for the games most of the time because of their situation.

For LeBron, I'd say that he will have more chances to add another ring if he's with the Cavaliers now and hopefully, his kid will be drafted at the said team too.

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Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

Yes, the Lakers pleasantly surprised us this time, and I think many fans were impressed with their defense in the final minutes of the fourth quarter. By the way, the Lakers were down by 5 points with 1 minute left in the fourth quarter, and the fact that they managed to steal the win in the final seconds was really impressive. So if Schroder, Westbrook, and other teammates fight to win every game like that, the Lakers will still have a chance to make the playoffs.

Yeah, LeBron seems like he’s trying his best to carry that team to a few wins. So far they’ve been doing prettt well since the turn of the new year. I’m not sure how long he can keep it up, but with less than a month until he breaks Kareem’s record, you can see he’s on his A game. Hopefully by then Anthony Davis will be back in playing shape and can help LeBron carry the load a bit as they make a playoff run.

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Quote from: btc_angela on January 21, 2023, 04:59:46 AM

Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

Yes, the Lakers pleasantly surprised us this time, and I think many fans were impressed with their defense in the final minutes of the fourth quarter. By the way, the Lakers were down by 5 points with 1 minute left in the fourth quarter, and the fact that they managed to steal the win in the final seconds was really impressive. So if Schroder, Westbrook, and other teammates fight to win every game like that, the Lakers will still have a chance to make the playoffs.

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How about the Brooklyn Nets against the Phoenix Suns? That's the 4th consecutive loss of the Nets team without Kevin Durant.
I always thought it will be like the freedom for Kyrie as a lone star, take the lead and showcase how he can shoulder the team to win games.
I guess I am wrong or I expected too much from him.
Although, I have seen him trying in the last quarter of the game. Cut the lead from 20 to 5 while the Suns cannot find who will contribute in their offensive end. KD is expected to be back next month so this will be a long season for the Nets to try and win games as much as they can and keep their position in the 5th place of the Eastern Conference.
They have a game later against the Jazz, still a road game. Kyrie should stop his habit of not playing in back-to-back games. Nets badly need him.

Kyrie is not as good as Durant, there's a big difference because when Durant was the only one playing when Kyrie was out, they already started winning games and they get better when Kyrie return. Now, it's going to be a big puzzle on how they'll solve their problem, they are tanking and I don't think this will stop anytime soon, unless Durant will be able to return.

Yeah, it's a different Kyrie that we have been seeing lately, I mean he used to take over games, but now? not sure, maybe it was his team mates. They can't go like this without Durant, they have to find ways to win games with him.

And in their next game, it's against another tough team in Jazz and road games. So if suddenly he is absent again (hopefully we will know if before hand, so that it won't be a trap again). And if Kyrie can't win games with the Nets, then obviously, it's KD's team and he is the leader and alpha and Kyrie is just another player in the roster, just saying.

Bad news is we can't really know if Kyrie will play or not because most of the time, he is just listed as probable/questionable and that gives a lot of a hard time for most of the bettors because of his unpredictability. In fact, even if he's healthy and playing, that gives us no guarantees that he will lift the team as he's like a switch that toggles on and off.

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Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.
Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.
So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

Kinda wild how the Lakers stole that game from the Grizzlies. The seemingly invulnerable Memphis Grizzlies lost to a Lakers without Anthony Davis, one of the playmakers for Lebron James. Even Lebron didn't really carry the Lakers as Westbrook unbelievably posted more points than him. That last quarter is a wild ride, and if only the Grizzlies amped up their defense on the last minute, and figured out what the Lakers are going to do in order to get the most of the last 20 or so seconds, they could have prevented Schroder from making the play and perhaps win this game. Overall a great basketball to watch where you don't see the usual superstars making points one after the other.

Lakers were able to live on the reality that Davis is not playing with them, they understand that winning is necessary for them to improve their ranking. Dennis is such a big asset for the Lakers, I hope they will not let him go, and I hope Dennis won't be too greedy to ask too much that the team cannot afford to give to him.

A very interesting game between the Lakers and the Grizzlies. I actually did not think that the Lakers are going to win this game. I absolutely cannot find any word except for.

"Hijack" because this was certainly a hijack by the Lakers. The Grizzlies had a good all-around performance. But in the end, the performance of LeBron, James, and Westbrook got the Lakers to the winning score. They also had some help from the other players on the team, one of them being Dennis. I also agree that he is oftentimes very helpful for the Lakers. And they really should not let him go.

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Quote from: Distinctin on January 21, 2023, 10:35:33 AM

Lakers were able to live on the reality that Davis is not playing with them, they understand that winning is necessary for them to improve their ranking. Dennis is such a big asset for the Lakers, I hope they will not let him go, and I hope Dennis won't be too greedy to ask too much that the team cannot afford to give to him.

Dennis Schroder, back in his first stint wearing the Lakers jersey and either performing well or not performing well, didn't even consider by the Lakers to let him go that's why we can assume now that maybe, he will be saved from the possible inclusion in the future trade blocks of the Lakers and will remain as a Lakers next season. For that to happen though, he should be given a contract extension.

I also expect that the Lakers will give him another chance for an additional contract value next season but not that much of an upgrade. Schroder should not think twice about accepting that possible contract extension regardless of the value. He should always keep in mind that he is almost not getting any deal from all teams this season and it's only the Lakers who still welcomed him and give him a chance despite his arrogance that he thinks he is more valued than what the Lakers offered him.

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Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

Kinda wild how the Lakers stole that game from the Grizzlies. The seemingly invulnerable Memphis Grizzlies lost to a Lakers without Anthony Davis, one of the playmakers for Lebron James. Even Lebron didn't really carry the Lakers as Westbrook unbelievably posted more points than him. That last quarter is a wild ride, and if only the Grizzlies amped up their defense on the last minute, and figured out what the Lakers are going to do in order to get the most of the last 20 or so seconds, they could have prevented Schroder from making the play and perhaps win this game. Overall a great basketball to watch where you don't see the usual superstars making points one after the other.

Lakers were able to live on the reality that Davis is not playing with them, they understand that winning is necessary for them to improve their ranking. Dennis is such a big asset for the Lakers, I hope they will not let him go, and I hope Dennis won't be too greedy to ask too much that the team cannot afford to give to him.

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Quote from: btc_angela on January 21, 2023, 04:59:46 AM

Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

Kinda wild how the Lakers stole that game from the Grizzlies. The seemingly invulnerable Memphis Grizzlies lost to a Lakers without Anthony Davis, one of the playmakers for Lebron James. Even Lebron didn't really carry the Lakers as Westbrook unbelievably posted more points than him. That last quarter is a wild ride, and if only the Grizzlies amped up their defense on the last minute, and figured out what the Lakers are going to do in order to get the most of the last 20 or so seconds, they could have prevented Schroder from making the play and perhaps win this game. Overall a great basketball to watch where you don't see the usual superstars making points one after the other.

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We still don't know where his son is going to play, what the rumor that we have been hearing and it seems to be true, that Lebron is going to play still and wait for his son to be drafted in the NBA so that they can make another record of father and son.

And who knows, maybe his son will be traded to the Lakers just to make his wishes come true.

There are a lot of scenarios right now, but we will have to wait. First Lebron will have to break Abdul-Jabbar's record this season, that's his motivation for sure.

He keeps doing well and I think to secure breaking that record, the team needs to extend their chance for the next round. If they will be eliminated, it might pause for a while.

Almost and if they will make it to the play in or if they will get that chance to play in the playoff
he will be able to break that record this season. We really can't accurately predict his next journey
and what he will bring to his fans.

He is only 283 points away from Jabbar, that record is gonna is going to be broke before we even break for the all star game possibly. I think there is around 13 more games or so to the all star game. So if Bron averages around 25 a game he will. Never thought anyone would run down that record. As a high level scorer Bron took 20 years with little to no injuries to break it. He might hold this for a long time. I could see Luka one day challenging that record if he has the length and injury free career Bron has had. Dude can fill up a stat sheet.

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Quote from: btc_angela on January 21, 2023, 04:59:46 AM

Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

That was too careless for the Memphis, they are a good team but this is a big problem as it only showed their lack of maturity.
For them to win in close game, they have to execute the play very well, focus and don't panic.

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Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

That was a big one, maybe he was just pressured, and I think he is not a good FT shooter as well.

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^^ The Warriors though has a good chance to win that game, they take the lead but Jalen Brown's 3 tied the score. Still though, they had the ball but Curry misses a desperate 3.

It's that the Warriors doesn't have enough players in the rotation in this game, Kuminga, Moody was not in the game and Kerr will have to play with just 8 players against a healthy Celtics and in their homecourt. It's not a bad lost though, again they almost steal 1 from Boston Garden, they just fell short in the OT as their legs are tired.

Not a bad loss indeed, it's actually felt like a playoffs game after watching it. The weakness of the Warriors is the offensive rebounds. Boxing out seems to be forgotten by Wiggins or he just too small for Robert Williams III. If next time they will meet a team that relies heavily on their big men, the Warriors would need someone big enough to control it.
Kuminga or Wiseman but both are injured. Whenever Looney will take his rest, the Celtics can have 2-3 second chance possessions if they miss, all thanks to Williams. Draymond could not handle them all on a small ball line up, he will need some help.

It was evident that they are getting outmuscled by Robert Williams and Big Al Horford. And the thing is both can also contribute to the offense as well. So Looney and Draymond as much as he is really good in defense and has a high boxing IQ, not enough for them to upset the Celtics.

Yes, it's like championship fever again, both doesn't want to lose, but I guess the Celtics is the better team this game.

For sure the Warriors learn a lot as a team with this loss.

Warriors knows the Celtics very well, let's just say that the Celics played better in the 4th quarter, they don't want to lose, but for sure it will be a different story if the game is played at the Warriors home court, even with the same roster.

Definitely, I'd get for the Warriors as well if the game were to be played at the Chase Center, it's been a long journey already and the Warriors always did proved that they are hard to beat at their own home. While the Celtics doesn't have any homecourt advantage but their strength will be fair even they're at the road or at home. Anyway, it's been a good game.

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Quote from: btc_angela on January 21, 2023, 04:59:46 AM

Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

It was funny how the Lakers tried to shut down the offense of Ja Morant. The defense was good. I mean Ja still performed but it was probably his worst field goal percentage this season where he seemed to become unstoppable. There was also a very good but unusual contribution there by Russ. What can I say? The Los Angeles Lakers always step up when they are playing against the top teams. They are still fighting for a spot in the playoffs despite not having AD. But I really believe they can still make it at least in the play-ins because AD is coming back before the end of the regular season. And there's still time before the trade deadline, maybe the Lakers will consider some movements to enhance their roster.

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So, how about the Dallas Mavericks blowing out the Miami Heat at American Airlines Arena?
We just had the long discussion about Luka Doncic making a fuss about the Mavericks management to move their ass and get him some player that would help him and suddenly this happened.
Looks like some of us are right. He is just trying to shake the tension in their locker room. Maybe some of the players in their roster are getting lazy in practice or whatever. (I am just assuming.)
But, it did work, right? He shook the damn tree and good fruits fell down. Dinwiddie and Bullock played better.

Quote from: btc_angela on January 21, 2023, 04:59:46 AM

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

That was one heck of a pressured free throw to tie the game. I mean, even the best free throw percentage could miss that one. Also, he didn't start well at the line with 5/8 before those last two. I doubt the Grizzlies will blame him on that miss, they all made a mistake by letting the Lakers make a run.

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Wild Lakers win, Grizzlies thought that they are cruising into the game, but the Lakers didn't give up and made defensive stops specially in the last 4 minutes of the game. I think it was just the breaks for them, Dennis with a steal and then the go ahead basket and lead.

Brandon Clarke missing the 2nd free throw that could have tied the game.

So the 11 game winning streak has been put on a stop by the Lakers.

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Quote from: danherbias07 on January 21, 2023, 02:44:13 AM

The Lakers game was sure fun. Dennis Schroder became the hero of their last play. A big steal against Desmond Bane and an and1 play that gave them the lead plus one.

Indeed a fun game to watch. I though the Lakers ends up with another L, like the usual when they're trailing down the stretch. Schroder already was the hero the entire game, even before that steal and the and-1 play. He had a rough FG% shooting 4 of 11, but he still managed to make an impact to the game. I just realized how great he is as a player. He just found a way to help his team get the W despite of the poor shooting night. Well, if you cant sink your fg, then send your self at the free throw line. That's what he actually did tonight along with his 8 an 8 for assist and rebound stat, and ofcourse the clutch defense to offense play.

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Quote from: Pamadar on January 20, 2023, 05:56:09 PM

On both sides, the chances are possible LeBron can part ways with the Lakers and choose to play with the Cavs if that's the destination of his son's Bronny, that is another record that will be added under his name.

But knowing the capabilities of Lakers, if ever that the chemistry will be converted to more winning
streak after AD's comeback, LeBron can extend his stay and let the Lakers draft his son and play together
under the same jersey.

Hmm, what you said is totally plausible and could also happen.

Well, if AD returns 100% healthy and the Lakers manage to have the chemistry and teamwork like before, I have no doubt they can be champions, I could be exaggerating or being extremely optimistic about that, but I don't know, in basketball anything can happen.

Talking about a possible team that Bronny could be drafted, the Lakers is a possibility, but I believe the Cavaliers also have a big possibility with that.
LJ has a huge affection for Cleveland, he was also the player who led the Cavs to be champions in the 15-16 season, bringing the first title in history to the Cavs.
I also speculate that LeBron James will retire with the Cavaliers, for this and other reasons I mentioned above.

But unfortunately, I don't think anyone has a 100% correct answer to this question.

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Quote from: Dave1 on January 21, 2023, 12:38:58 AM

When we thought that Kyrie is slacking and not leading the Nets since Durant is out, he finally made it his mission scoring 48 points and grab 11 rebounds. I myself was caught up betting against them in this game.

But he proved us wrong, and we all are trap. Claxton also had a good game, chipping in 20 points.

Yeah, that's one of my losses now since I stopped believing in the Brooklyn Nets team, but not in Kyrie alone.
They are desperate, that I am sure of. I am glad that it worked out fine for them but they still have two road games left and they have to keep this kind of pace on their next opponents. Golden State Warriors and then the Philadelphia 76ers. They cannot joke around those two team or it will end up in a blowout.

The Lakers game was sure fun. Dennis Schroder became the hero of their last play. A big steal against Desmond Bane and an and1 play that gave them the lead plus one.
I looked at the sports chat of Stake.com and they are all happy they made the late bet of x5 - x8 Lakers ML. They risked their money and it's all worth it after the win.

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When we thought that Kyrie is slacking and not leading the Nets since Durant is out, he finally made it his mission scoring 48 points and grab 11 rebounds. I myself was caught up betting against them in this game.

But he proved us wrong, and we all are trap. Claxton also had a good game, chipping in 20 points.

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Quote from: Yaunfitda on January 20, 2023, 07:22:40 PM

We still don't know where his son is going to play, what the rumor that we have been hearing and it seems to be true, that Lebron is going to play still and wait for his son to be drafted in the NBA so that they can make another record of father and son.

And who knows, maybe his son will be traded to the Lakers just to make his wishes come true.

There are a lot of scenarios right now, but we will have to wait. First Lebron will have to break Abdul-Jabbar's record this season, that's his motivation for sure.

He keeps doing well and I think to secure breaking that record, the team needs to extend their chance for the next round. If they will be eliminated, it might pause for a while.

Almost and if they will make it to the play in or if they will get that chance to play in the playoff
he will be able to break that record this season. We really can't accurately predict his next journey
and what he will bring to his fans.

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He is wise indeed! But I'm really curious if the Los Angeles Lakers will be the end of his road and will be the team to officially retire his jersey because at the back of my mind, I'm also thinking that he might choose to retire with the Cleveland Cavaliers, where his home team is and where he get drafted. Anyway, we still have a few more years to enjoy LeBron James greatness, so let's cherish it while he's still active and hopefully he can add one more ring.

I confess that this is one of the questions I would most like to know, this can even be considered a mystery lol

What I and some friends of mine speculate is that LeBron James will return to the Cavaliers, Bronny will be drafted to the Cavs and for the first time in NBA history, son and father will play together on the same team.
And after that feat happens, LeBron James will retire for the Cavs.

I know that LJ's contentment in the Lakers is not the best, including the bad performance of the team, I have no doubt that this could be a factor for him to leave the Lakers soon, now, if the chemistry between the players improves, AD is 100% healthy, and Wesbrook's performance improves, I believe LJ will be able to stay longer in LAL.

Of course, everything I've said is mere speculation on my part, but I have no doubt that it could happen....

On both sides, the chances are possible LeBron can part ways with the Lakers and choose to play with the Cavs if that's the destination of his son's Bronny, that is another record that will be added under his name.

But knowing the capabilities of Lakers, if ever that the chemistry will be converted to more winning
streak after AD's comeback, LeBron can extend his stay and let the Lakers draft his son and play together
under the same jersey.

We still don't know where his son is going to play, what the rumor that we have been hearing and it seems to be true, that Lebron is going to play still and wait for his son to be drafted in the NBA so that they can make another record of father and son.

And who knows, maybe his son will be traded to the Lakers just to make his wishes come true.

There are a lot of scenarios right now, but we will have to wait. First Lebron will have to break Abdul-Jabbar's record this season, that's his motivation for sure.

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