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Quote from: RealMalatesta on January 07, 2023, 03:49:43 PM

Hornets game was a bit weird. I mean you would expect Bucks to play better, but at the same time I really didn't expected Hornets to play this well neither. They played one of the best defences I have seen in a while, the fast breaks after the turnovers caused so much scoring for them, it was really an insane period.

I would expect Bucks to have some bad days, that's normal and nothing weird with that, but to have Hornets play this well? That's very rare and not going to see that again for a while. So, when you have one of the best teams in the league, playing against one of the worst, and the worse one dominates? That becomes something seriously good.

The odds on Hornet is insanely good. Huge win for those who bets on them. Games like this really happen where a top team has beaten by low seeded team. I remember 76ers nearly defeated Warriors way back 2016. That's why sometimes I love betting in underdog because of how high their odds is no matter what their record is.

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Quote from: jakelyson on January 07, 2023, 09:37:20 AM

At least they are showing some signs of life. We are still halfway through the season, so if they can get a move for a key player that can help them, there is still a chance that we will see them in the playoffs. Schroeder, Westbrook, Bryant, and Walker are really showing some improvements. They are just a key player away from being really good. And if AD and Lebron stays healthy, their bid is pretty much alive.

Agree with this. Actually, in the case that there's no such thing as a trade will happen involving the Los Angeles Lakers before the trade deadline, their fans can bet that their improving role players especially Bryant, Schroeder, Walker, Nunn, Reeves, etc. will do their very best to help the team bounce back from their current standing.

However, these fans should also accept the fact that the chances of the Lakers getting into the playoffs is really critical at the moment. They are even in a tight spot to qualify for the play-in tournament. Anthony Davis is really the missing piece for them to improve their current position. The Lakers should always be at 100% healthy status to remain alive and kicking on their playoff attempt.

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Quote from: RealMalatesta on January 07, 2023, 03:49:43 PM

Hornets game was a bit weird. I mean you would expect Bucks to play better, but at the same time I really didn't expected Hornets to play this well neither. They played one of the best defences I have seen in a while, the fast breaks after the turnovers caused so much scoring for them, it was really an insane period.

I would expect Bucks to have some bad days, that's normal and nothing weird with that, but to have Hornets play this well? That's very rare and not going to see that again for a while. So, when you have one of the best teams in the league, playing against one of the worst, and the worse one dominates? That becomes something seriously good.

Yeah I went with the Bucks my only loss last night. That's the NBA though right any given night.

In other news how boutique my NY Knicks with a big win on the road against Toronto who has been playing better of late. Nice string of wins they are putting together. They need to try to close the gap on the top 4 teams, they need to rip off another 4-5 games here. They are looking good so far.

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Quote from: RealMalatesta on January 07, 2023, 03:49:43 PM

I would expect Bucks to have some bad days, that's normal and nothing weird with that, but to have Hornets play this well? That's very rare and not going to see that again for a while. So, when you have one of the best teams in the league, playing against one of the worst, and the worse one dominates? That becomes something seriously good.

The Hornets blasted right away in the 1st quarter and gained the confidence to play hard more. They established 51 points in just 1st quarter and that is something unusual for them. With the Hornets maintaining the large lead the entire game, the Bucks seem didn't plan for any comeback attempt and just allow their bench players to play.

The majority of the Bucks starters were only given limited minutes of playing because of that large lead. A wise decision as losing that game won't really affect their current position on the standing. It also prevents unnecessary injuries on their key players while the game is already considered as settled.

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Hornets game was a bit weird. I mean you would expect Bucks to play better, but at the same time I really didn't expected Hornets to play this well neither. They played one of the best defences I have seen in a while, the fast breaks after the turnovers caused so much scoring for them, it was really an insane period.

I would expect Bucks to have some bad days, that's normal and nothing weird with that, but to have Hornets play this well? That's very rare and not going to see that again for a while. So, when you have one of the best teams in the league, playing against one of the worst, and the worse one dominates? That becomes something seriously good.

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Quote from: dwyane36 on January 07, 2023, 09:40:16 AM

It's unlikely that the Kings will have an impressive performance in the playoffs. At least, I don't expect them to be able to of getting past the second round. By the way, it's worth noting that the Kings haven't reached the playoffs in the last 16 seasons. So the fact that the Kings are now in fifth place in the standings and have a good chance of reaching the playoffs is already a great achievement for both their current roster and for the Kings franchise as a whole.

I also agree with this kind of thought, I confess, this season the Kings are playing very well, I have no doubt that they will reach the playoffs in this season, but unfortunately for them to be able to advance in the playoffs, they still need to mature and improve his level.

I'll be curious to watch the Kings vs Lakers game tonight.

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Quote from: OgNasty on January 07, 2023, 04:13:43 AM

Zach LaVine had himself a night in the Bulls win over the 76ers. He shot 11-13 from 3 point range on his way to 41 points. One of the better performances of his career.

The Nets beat the Pelicans in a game that wasn’t so pretty. Durant scored 33 in an uncharacteristically inefficient night. It was Kyrie down the stretch who brought the game home for them though.

It was an incredible performance, I haven't seen him play this well in a long time. In fact, he is a player who could always play with such a high performance if he did not face injuries, but he is not very lucky in this regard.
They played very well in the 3rd period of the match, otherwise they would not have won this match. I don't think it was a good night for the Nets, Durant played well in the third period. Irving's three-pointer at the last minute ended the game

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Zach LaVine had himself a night in the Bulls win over the 76ers. He shot 11-13 from 3 point range on his way to 41 points. One of the better performances of his career.

I believe the issue inside is already fix. Zach Lavine now are playing like a real superstar, him and DeRozan are very efficient.
These bulls could be in the playoffs, who knows... They are winning games and beating strong teams, unlike in their past games where they struggle a lot.
It's a reborn bulls for me.

Before the start of the season, I was expecting their lineup to be strong enough to compete with the other good east teams. However, the absence of Lonzo Ball is one of the reasons they are not performing well. Lavine was dissatisfied, contemplated a trade, and he was targeting the Lakers. However, he might stay if he can maintain the form he has shown in recent games. This would put them back in the winning column. The Bulls have many games left to enter the playoffs.

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Quote from: OgNasty on January 07, 2023, 04:13:43 AM

The Nets beat the Pelicans in a game that wasn’t so pretty. Durant scored 33 in an uncharacteristically inefficient night. It was Kyrie down the stretch who brought the game home for them though.

If Zion was playing, the result might be different.

I cannot wait to see the Pelicans in full force and see what they can accomplish. They do not have Williamson or Ingram, but McCollum and the rest of the team continue to play at high level.

The Bulls were an odd lineup I think even with Ball, but having him out definitely left a hole in their defense. It seems like DeRozan and LaVine are somewhat similar players who like to create shots with the ball in their hands. That usually creates tension when things aren't going well as the other will always want to be the guy taking the shot. Even when they were all healthy, the Bulls struggled against teams over .500. I think they're a great regular season team, but don't see them ever doing anything in the playoffs with their roster. I also don't think DeRozan or LaVine will be there much longer. Their window closed as quickly as it opened.

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Quote from: jakelyson on January 07, 2023, 09:37:20 AM

Quote from: stadus on January 07, 2023, 02:32:12 AM

Somehow, we as basketball fans would like to see again Lebron James playing in the post season, but we cannot just get ahead because their current roster will not probably get the chance to play at the playoffs considering how inconsistent they are, and players aren't that willing to step-up if there's a situation that needed them to be at the best version of themselves. So far, they are making an improvement, but I still doubt it.

They needed to make a move in this upcoming trade because if they won't then it's best to assume that they won't going to reach far enough, if they will get lucky, they will just probably get eliminated in the 1st round or worse in the play-in tournament.

At least they are showing some signs of life. We are still halfway through the season, so if they can get a move for a key player that can help them, there is still a chance that we will see them in the playoffs. Schroeder, Westbrook, Bryant, and Walker are really showing some improvements. They are just a key player away from being really good. And if AD and Lebron stays healthy, their bid is pretty much alive.

I believe Anthony Davis and the rest of the injured players can return within this season which means the Lakers are still alive. But I also doubt their ability to reach deep in the playoffs. They really need a change before the All-Star period if they want to compete with the likes of Boston, Denver, Milwaukee, and the other title-favorite teams. The Lakers' approach this season though is conservative when they were reluctant to offer their future first-round picks. Lebron on the other hand seems to lose his magic spell in recruiting other players and convincing them to accept low salaries.

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Quote from: dwyane36 on January 07, 2023, 09:40:16 AM

It's unlikely that the Kings will have an impressive performance in the playoffs. At least, I don't expect them to be able to of getting past the second round. By the way, it's worth noting that the Kings haven't reached the playoffs in the last 16 seasons. So the fact that the Kings are now in fifth place in the standings and have a good chance of reaching the playoffs is already a great achievement for both their current roster and for the Kings franchise as a whole.

Let's not conclude the ending like it's already written in the Bible.
Sacramento Kings have a chance and that beam will be lit. I do hope we have more fans of the Kings here to vote for Sabonis and Fox for the All-Star. They are not underdogs anymore, they are one of the elite teams in the league. They are not a duo to be messed with, Sabonis is even playing with an injured thumb.

Quote from: Oasisman on January 07, 2023, 05:50:50 AM

We are almost halfway through the season, I hope they can be consistent to secure a spot in the playoffs. They were indeed a big surprise this season, Fox is an upgrade to fit playing alongside Sabonis and Barnes. The playoffs maybe a bit different for them, but I believe to could win at least the first round. If they will have to make another surprise in the post season, they'll beat everyone in the West (which is kinda difficult for a team who have never been in the playoffs for quite some time) and compete in the Finals lol, who knows.

Consistency, well Sabonis have it and Fox is a scoring machine.
My only issue is Malik Monk and Kevin Huerter. They are like the Joe Harris of the Nets equal to Huerter and THT of the Jazz for Monk.
The duo needs help but it comes in parts. Sometimes Huerter is hot and Monk can make the game-winner, that is not a winning team.

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I don't really like what Mike Brown did back in Cleveland, he used Lebron way too much like he was a horse, and that ended horribly, as he was always exhausted. But he did learn a lot being the assistant of Coach Kerr, now we can see those changes in Sacramento Kings which is now 5th in the West.

True, Sacramento Kings are a big surprise this season, it's the same lineup but they have a better season. What we want to see now is consistency, and as long as their system works, I think they'll be in good shape in the playoffs. Getting in the playoffs might be possible for them, but winning in the playoffs is just another thing.

It's unlikely that the Kings will have an impressive performance in the playoffs. At least, I don't expect them to be able to of getting past the second round. By the way, it's worth noting that the Kings haven't reached the playoffs in the last 16 seasons. So the fact that the Kings are now in fifth place in the standings and have a good chance of reaching the playoffs is already a great achievement for both their current roster and for the Kings franchise as a whole.

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Quote from: boltz on January 06, 2023, 08:25:11 AM

I'm still trying to understand Clippers as an ORG as this team is playing great basketball sometimes and the other times , they are considering basketball a joke...and if I remember well and I do , Clippers was the most hyped team some years ago right ? look what this hype made to them a few years later...

Poor Clippers, like the Lakers there are a lot of hype on them when they got Kawhi and then Paul George. But so far the investments are not returning. Both of there superstars are always injured.

Kawhi's prime is cut short by his injuries. It is just painful to see that no load management can sustain his health. His knee injury is a reoccurring injury that he may suffer even when he gets older and out of basketball. By now, we may conclude that they will not be able to carry this team to a championship because of their injuries.

Quote from: stadus on January 07, 2023, 02:32:12 AM

Somehow, we as basketball fans would like to see again Lebron James playing in the post season, but we cannot just get ahead because their current roster will not probably get the chance to play at the playoffs considering how inconsistent they are, and players aren't that willing to step-up if there's a situation that needed them to be at the best version of themselves. So far, they are making an improvement, but I still doubt it.

They needed to make a move in this upcoming trade because if they won't then it's best to assume that they won't going to reach far enough, if they will get lucky, they will just probably get eliminated in the 1st round or worse in the play-in tournament.

At least they are showing some signs of life. We are still halfway through the season, so if they can get a move for a key player that can help them, there is still a chance that we will see them in the playoffs. Schroeder, Westbrook, Bryant, and Walker are really showing some improvements. They are just a key player away from being really good. And if AD and Lebron stays healthy, their bid is pretty much alive.

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Quote from: Sanitough on January 07, 2023, 05:59:36 AM

Quote from: OgNasty on January 07, 2023, 04:13:43 AM

Zach LaVine had himself a night in the Bulls win over the 76ers. He shot 11-13 from 3 point range on his way to 41 points. One of the better performances of his career.

I believe the issue inside is already fix. Zach Lavine now are playing like a real superstar, him and DeRozan are very efficient.
These bulls could be in the playoffs, who knows... They are winning games and beating strong teams, unlike in their past games where they struggle a lot.
It's a reborn bulls for me.

Before the start of the season, I was expecting their lineup to be strong enough to compete with the other good east teams. However, the absence of Lonzo Ball is one of the reasons they are not performing well. Lavine was dissatisfied, contemplated a trade, and he was targeting the Lakers. However, he might stay if he can maintain the form he has shown in recent games. This would put them back in the winning column. The Bulls have many games left to enter the playoffs.

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The Nets beat the Pelicans in a game that wasn’t so pretty. Durant scored 33 in an uncharacteristically inefficient night. It was Kyrie down the stretch who brought the game home for them though.

If Zion was playing, the result might be different.

I cannot wait to see the Pelicans in full force and see what they can accomplish. They do not have Williamson or Ingram, but McCollum and the rest of the team continue to play at high level.

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Quote from: Oasisman on January 07, 2023, 05:50:50 AM

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Quote from: danherbias07 on January 07, 2023, 02:54:19 AM

I don't really like what Mike Brown did back in Cleveland, he used Lebron way too much like he was a horse, and that ended horribly, as he was always exhausted. But he did learn a lot being the assistant of Coach Kerr, now we can see those changes in Sacramento Kings which is now 5th in the West.

True, Sacramento Kings are a big surprise this season, it's the same lineup but they have a better season. What we want to see now is consistency, and as long as their system works, I think they'll be in good shape in the playoffs. Getting in the playoffs might be possible for them, but winning in the playoffs is just another thing.

We are almost halfway through the season, I hope they can be consistent to secure a spot in the playoffs. They were indeed a big surprise this season, Fox is an upgrade to fit playing alongside Sabonis and Barnes. The playoffs maybe a bit different for them, but I believe to could win at least the first round. If they will have to make another surprise in the post season, they'll beat everyone in the West (which is kinda difficult for a team who have never been in the playoffs for quite some time) and compete in the Finals lol, who knows.

Again, Fox getting healthy, then acquiring Sabonis who is a perfect fit for the Kings style of play, propel them to where they are right now. But the real test is the playoff, and since they lack the experience if ever they made it for this season, it might be a difficult 1st round for them whoever they face

As for the Bulls, there were speculations that both Lavine and DeRozan are not happy. But usually this kind of news whether true or not fuels this athlete, so in the last couple of games we have seen either Zach or DeMar really playing good and getting a huge W. They are so far in a two game winning streak. Knicks building another streak of their own again, 4 game so far.

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Quote from: boltz on January 07, 2023, 06:53:51 AM

What a CHAD game from LaVine last night against 76ers as he was looking unstoppable , scoring a total of 41 points and most likely his points made Bulls to win that game.

Recently , I didn't hear anything new about LaVine unhappy situation with Bulls , or the guy is just doing his business and he will leave in summer but at this point , there are no fresh news indicating he wants to leave anymore.

Maybe the issue was already settled, and that's good because Bulls are now playing based on our expectation.
If they will again be in the playoffs this season, it should be different compared to the last and I think they have a chance to advance.
Well, it's necessary that the big 3 are healthy.

Quote from: boltz on January 07, 2023, 06:53:51 AM

Bucks ...after Giannis had a career high scoring points , they lost immediately next game against Hornets and don't get me wrong but Hornets were played amazing last night even if some important players from Bucks played a few minutes.

They are due for a win, and it was a big time win because beating the Bucks by 29 points is just crazy.

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What a CHAD game from LaVine last night against 76ers as he was looking unstoppable , scoring a total of 41 points and most likely his points made Bulls to win that game.

Recently , I didn't hear anything new about LaVine unhappy situation with Bulls , or the guy is just doing his business and he will leave in summer but at this point , there are no fresh news indicating he wants to leave anymore.

Bucks ...after Giannis had a career high scoring points , they lost immediately next game against Hornets and don't get me wrong but Hornets were played amazing last night even if some important players from Bucks played a few minutes.

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Quote from: OgNasty on January 07, 2023, 04:13:43 AM

Zach LaVine had himself a night in the Bulls win over the 76ers. He shot 11-13 from 3 point range on his way to 41 points. One of the better performances of his career.

I believe the issue inside is already fix. Zach Lavine now are playing like a real superstar, him and DeRozan are very efficient.
These bulls could be in the playoffs, who knows... They are winning games and beating strong teams, unlike in their past games where they struggle a lot.
It's a reborn bulls for me.

Quote from: OgNasty on January 07, 2023, 04:13:43 AM

The Nets beat the Pelicans in a game that wasn’t so pretty. Durant scored 33 in an uncharacteristically inefficient night. It was Kyrie down the stretch who brought the game home for them though.

If Zion was playing, the result might be different.

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Quote from: Ziskinberg on January 07, 2023, 03:11:45 AM

Quote from: danherbias07 on January 07, 2023, 02:54:19 AM

I don't really like what Mike Brown did back in Cleveland, he used Lebron way too much like he was a horse, and that ended horribly, as he was always exhausted. But he did learn a lot being the assistant of Coach Kerr, now we can see those changes in Sacramento Kings which is now 5th in the West.

True, Sacramento Kings are a big surprise this season, it's the same lineup but they have a better season. What we want to see now is consistency, and as long as their system works, I think they'll be in good shape in the playoffs. Getting in the playoffs might be possible for them, but winning in the playoffs is just another thing.

We are almost halfway through the season, I hope they can be consistent to secure a spot in the playoffs. They were indeed a big surprise this season, Fox is an upgrade to fit playing alongside Sabonis and Barnes. The playoffs maybe a bit different for them, but I believe to could win at least the first round. If they will have to make another surprise in the post season, they'll beat everyone in the West (which is kinda difficult for a team who have never been in the playoffs for quite some time) and compete in the Finals lol, who knows.

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Quote from: danherbias07 on January 06, 2023, 09:58:56 PM

A very bad loss for the Philadelphia 76ers against the Chicago Bulls.
That's how bad it gets whenever Joel Embiid is out. They got close to 8 points deficit but Zach LaVine didn't let them get too near. 41 points for Zach and it came mostly from his 11/13 three-point shooting. Wow! Shocked

Yeah, I think without Joel, it will take a lot of effort from Harden to win this game against a tough Chicago Bulls. They have some momentum now going into this game and they carry it very well.

Lavine really takes over the game, but he has a lot of help from Vucevic, Patrick Williams and of course DeRozan.

Great escape win by the Knicks as well against the Raptors. Toronto coming back and cut the lead to 4, but was unable to score in the last 11 seconds as Barnes shot was too strong.

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Quote from: Pamadar on January 07, 2023, 01:00:32 AM

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It was the Nets in a very close game against the Pelicans. No Zion but the Pels have the home court advantage but in the end Durant bring his A-game. I don't think that the Pels feels broken after this game. It just shows their character as a team with Zion.

NOP fought the game and almost defend their home court crowd, without Zion and Ingram, they gave Nets a tough game. CJ and Marshall for NOP while it's the Nets superstars who help the team in winning the game.

Yes, they almost steal a win without Zion on the lineup, they defended well Durant in the first 3 quarters, but when he needed to score, he was clutch and so is Kyrie.

Quote from: Pamadar on January 07, 2023, 01:00:32 AM

That last quarter run of the Nets really impress me while watching the game, KD and Kyrie with leading the offense
while Simmons and Claxton are really fighting for the ball and create good hassle play to help, close game till the
final minutes, it's the experienced that leads Nets to win the game.

Ben with 10 assist in this game, while Claxton was big in rebounds with 9.

But you gonna love Alvarado here, hustle and defense to go with 17 points.

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