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NBA Regular Season & Playoffs 2019-20 Thread

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  • #102
    bot43
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 779 ✭✭✭bot43


    Raptors comeback last night was just brilliant. Lowry was absolutely sensational as was Chris Boucher.


  • #103
    K.O.Kiki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,731 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    bot43 wrote: »
    Raptors comeback last night was just brilliant. Lowry was absolutely sensational as was Chris Boucher.

    More teams should try full-court press.
    It gets the job done.


  • #104
    Carcharodon
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,002 ✭✭✭Carcharodon


    Been absolutely hectic at work past few months so haven’t watch too many games never mind gone to many.
    Going to Timberwolves tonight, then rockets and Dallas, be nice to get back into the swing of things even if it is pretty garbage...lol


  • #105
    Gregk961
    Registered Users Posts: 1,135 ✭✭✭Gregk961


    Been crazy busy since the start of the season too so havnt had much time to sit down and watch many full games or check in on many podcasts or write ups, but...a few takeaways I've had from the NBA so far;

    Kemba fits into the Celtics far better than Kyrie ever would have. As displayed throughout his career Kyries iso heavy plays slow his offences down to a halt whereas Kemba keeps the whole operation ticking over nicely. Special mention to ex euroleague player Marcus Theis who has been doing a solid job this year aswell. Celtics look primed again after a couple of disappointing years with Kyrie in the backcourt.

    Something still not quite right with the 76ers chemistry. They have an insane starting 5 but it doesn't seem to click like it should. They should have everything needed to go close but I still don't buy into it 100%.

    Doncic is incredible!


  • #106
    Carcharodon
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    And all is right in the world again, beating the Rockets on Xmas day is pretty satisfying, been a rough season so far, onwards and upwards hopefully


  • #107
    K.O.Kiki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18,731 ✭✭✭✭K.O.Kiki


    Gregk961 wrote: »

    Something still not quite right with the 76ers chemistry. They have an insane starting 5 but it doesn't seem to click like it should. They should have everything needed to go close but I still don't buy into it 100%.
    I'm starting to come around to the opinion that Ben Simmons seems to be missing that little something to drive him to be the best player.
    He's never going to be MVP-level since he won't take the shots that are needed to win.

    The league will belong to Luka & Giannis in 3 years.


  • #108
    Leslie Squeaking Vet
    Posts: 13,688 ✭✭✭✭ Leslie Squeaking Vet


    Murmurings that Bulls are looking at Aaron Gordon with Markkanen possibly going the other way.


    We're certainly stupid enough to do such a thing.


  • #109
    ButtersSuki
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 53,028 ✭✭✭✭ButtersSuki


    Ja Morant has shown incredible athleticism so far but his missed dunk over Love was jaw dropping, and he wasn’t far off making it. He tried more or less the same thing over Vucevic against Orlando a few weeks back so I can only assume he’s going to keep trying this. If you haven’t seen the attempt over Love yet, have a look for it.

    Philly looked pretty good on Christmas Day in stopping Giannis and the Bucks, then looked awful against the Magic last night. No one will fancy playing them in the Play Offs though given their size.


  • #110
    Carcharodon
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    Warriors going for 5 in a row tonight against the Mavs, iam skeptical but looking forward to watching Doncic play at least, such a talent.


  • #111
    ButtersSuki
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    Carcharodon wrote: »
    Warriors going for 5 in a row tonight against the Mavs, iam skeptical but looking forward to watching Doncic play at least, such a talent.

    How was that for you? He put up above stat line as usual.


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  • #112
    ButtersSuki
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    Was half-listening to The Ringer NBA podcast last night so apologies for the perhaps not 100% accurate teams on this but Kevin O’Connor and Chris Vernon threw out some crazy stats, amongst them:

    One team (pretty sure they said the nets) has had just 15 post up plays in 30 games. It’s not that long ago that a post play was the building block or start of almost every offensive possession. The game has certainly changed.

    Another (possibly Nets again, but may have been the Knicks) had just 8 points on 2point baskets in a game this past week. This is the lowest since 3 point line was introduced and in the shot clock era. Part of me asks wonders how this is even possible? Basically just 4 layups, dunks, put backs etc in 48minutes of play.


  • #113
    Igotadose
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    ButtersSuki wrote: »

    Another (possibly Nets again, but may have been the Knicks) had just 8 points on 2point baskets in a game this past week. This is the lowest since 3 point line was introduced and in the shot clock era. Part of me asks wonders how this is even possible? Basically just 4 layups, dunks, put backs etc in 48minutes of play.

    It was Nets in the game versus the Knicks after Xmas. Fewest 2 point goals since *1950*. Nets shot something like under 30% for the game. They've got a few injuries they're dealing with.

    Knicks are now 5-6 since the Fizdale firing. Maybe, just maybe, he wasn't a good coach (something like 21-83 over his last 2 years coaching including pre-Knicks)


  • #114
    ButtersSuki
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    Carcharodon wrote: »
    Warriors going for 5 in a row tonight against the Mavs, iam skeptical but looking forward to watching Doncic play at least, such a talent.
    ButtersSuki wrote: »
    How was that for you? He put up above stat line as usual.

    Well fock me, I just watched the full GS Mavs game. What a first quarter of basketball.......worth a look if you haven't seen it. I assume it was great in the flesh?

    I know this is going to come across as incredibly nerdy (in my defence I have said it before) but watching Luka's cross court passing is such a thing of beauty and such an under-appreciated skill with an incredibly high degree of difficulty. The fact he does it off the dribble and off either foot in either direction is next level. I would go so far as to say he's the best I've ever seen at it. To be fair, it's more a EuroLeague/European skill than seen in the US game, but still. The guy is so talented. And yet is still it seems under-rated and under-appreciated by some US commentators (relatively).

    Have to hand it to Carlisle too, he (and his coaching team) have been playing some incredibly efficient offence. Wonder how much Haralabos is influencing this?


  • #115
    kmart6
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    OKC @ Toronto live on Sky Sports YouTube

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_raJA98Gkk


  • #116
    Igotadose
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    RIP David Stern: https://twitter.com/NBA/status/1212482253105876995


  • #117
    Gregk961
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    Anybody else watching the Sixers at the Rockets on Sky? Should be an interesting game.

    Called into my brothers house and he's watching a bit of it with me. He has absolutely no interest in basketball hasn't watched a game in years but he asked me "Who is that guy taking terrible shots"...That's Russell Westbrook...


  • #118
    Carcharodon
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    ButtersSuki wrote: »
    Well fock me, I just watched the full GS Mavs game. What a first quarter of basketball.......worth a look if you haven't seen it. I assume it was great in the flesh?

    I know this is going to come across as incredibly nerdy (in my defence I have said it before) but watching Luka's cross court passing is such a thing of beauty and such an under-appreciated skill with an incredibly high degree of difficulty. The fact he does it off the dribble and off either foot in either direction is next level. I would go so far as to say he's the best I've ever seen at it. To be fair, it's more a EuroLeague/European skill than seen in the US game, but still. The guy is so talented. And yet is still it seems under-rated and under-appreciated by some US commentators (relatively).

    Have to hand it to Carlisle too, he (and his coaching team) have been playing some incredibly efficient offence. Wonder how much Haralabos is influencing this?

    Yea, that first quarter was bananas, great energy in the stadium, definitely the best first quarter I’ve ever seen at Chase Center....lol
    Doncic is such an amazing talent, makes it look so easy, blink and he has a triple double
    I think Porzingis is getting forgotten about a little, he is fantastic and still young
    If Dallas stay healthy and add a few players they will be legit contenders going forward

    Going to Pistons game tomorrow, can’t give the tickets away, I’ll get to see an old favorite in Rose, I think Griffin is out though, I don’t even know what kind of season Drummond is having to be honest.


  • #119
    Carcharodon
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    Just saw a clip of Thomas get ejected at the very start of the game, a bit ott from the ref in my opinion, suck it up buttercup, was incidental if anything.


  • #120
    qwabercd
    Registered Users Posts: 2,218 ✭✭✭qwabercd


    Golliver & Sharp have announced a new podcast. $5 per month, pity it's subscription but still willing to pay the price of a pint per month myself. Open floor hasn't been the same without Sharp.


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  • #121
    LuckyLloyd
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    Reaching the half way point of the season for most teams. How do people feel it’s shaking up? Lakers look very good overall, superb length and Defense.
    Definitely could use another ball handler for when LeBron sits though.

    Bucks have picked up where they left off and look like serious contenders yet again.

    Clippers have looked great when their big two are on the floor, but that’s been less frequent than they would like.

    Lots of depth in both conferences though, shaping up to be a very exciting tournament. Giannis out in front as MVP imo.


  • #122
    ButtersSuki
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    qwabercd wrote: »
    Golliver & Sharp have announced a new podcast. $5 per month, pity it's subscription but still willing to pay the price of a pint per month myself. Open floor hasn't been the same without Sharp.

    Yeah it's not too bad though it's hard to justify paid sites when thetre's so much good free content out there.

    I like Sharp, but he's the lightweight in the Sharp-Golliver duo. Whilst Pena is definitely shall we say a better journalist than Sharp, Open Floor is not the same without Sharp. The double act of his hot take goofiness combined with Golliver's OCD traditionalism made for a great listen. It was my favourite basketball podcast for years, but it's just not as entertaining (as opposed to "better") without the Justin Timberlake soundalike that is Sharp.


  • #123
    ButtersSuki
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    LuckyLloyd wrote: »
    Reaching the half way point of the season for most teams. How do people feel it’s shaking up? Lakers look very good overall, superb length and Defense.
    Definitely could use another ball handler for when LeBron sits though.

    Bucks have picked up where they left off and look like serious contenders yet again.

    Clippers have looked great when their big two are on the floor, but that’s been less frequent than they would like.

    Lots of depth in both conferences though, shaping up to be a very exciting tournament. Giannis out in front as MVP imo.

    The Lakers have been better than I expected but all things being equal and barring significant roster changes and injury I can't see the Lakers beating the Clippers in 7, they're just not deep enough. I can even see the Lakers having some trouble before the Conf. Finals depending on matchups.

    The East for me is a toss up between the Bucks (who I favour) and Philly. That said, I see Philly making moves in the coming weeks that could change everything. Some of the Bucks stats are just insane though, don't have time to discuss now but worth looking up.


  • #124
    Svelle
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    Who's the dark horse in your opinion? From both Conferences.
    I'd say Mavs in west (once KP is healthy) and hard to choose in East (Heat before the season, but now they're among the top guns). Philly needs a shooter ASAP to be at the same level as last year, otherwise 1R or 2R exit.


  • #125
    ButtersSuki
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    Svelle wrote: »
    Who's the dark horse in your opinion? From both Conferences.
    I'd say Mavs in west (once KP is healthy) and hard to choose in East (Heat before the season, but now they're among the top guns). Philly needs a shooter ASAP to be at the same level as last year, otherwise 1R or 2R exit.

    Dark horses?

    Boston in the East, I'm a little biased but I think they have a shot if they avoid Philly who they match up really badly against. And of course if there's a trade then who knows?

    I don't think they can win it all but Houston in the West if they go on a streaky run can beat anyone in 1 Series - problem is I don't think they could beat 3 of say LAL, LAC, and Milwaukee consecttively - just too many variables for it to go all wrong. Also think they'll make moves - it's Houston, they almost always do.


  • #126
    Svelle
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    Do you believe in Bucks?
    I agree on Houston, they have to get past one of LAs to reach Finals.

    Quite excited about Pelicans run and Zion debut. It can turn into an exciting run for 8th spot.

    Trade predictions?


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  • #127
    ButtersSuki
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    Svelle wrote: »
    Do you believe in Bucks?
    I agree on Houston, they have to get past one of LAs to reach Finals.

    Quite excited about Pelicans run and Zion debut. It can turn into an exciting run for 8th spot.

    Trade predictions?

    Yes, I believe in the Bucks.....to a degree. I thought letting Brogdan go was a mistake, but apparently they have something in the works trade wise.

    Have a friend who's in NO this week, he was at the game on Saturday v the Clippers. Unfortunate that he couldn't get to see Zion. :(

    Trades - anything could happen.


    In other news, Spotify are in talks to buy The Ringer for north of $100m. :eek: Apparently they're doing $15m+ a year in revenue already - there's money in podcasting. The best thing about podcasting IMO is they're free, I don't want a subscription model.


  • #128
    Osmosis Jones
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    Zion finally making his debut tonight


  • #129
    For Forks Sake
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    Osmosis Jones wrote: »
    Zion finally making his debut tonight

    Looks like he used the three months out productively to add a proper arc to his three point shot.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLwiZFGeAJE


  • #130
    Osmosis Jones
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    Zion made twice as many 3s in 4 minutes of play as Ben Simmons has made in his entire career :pac:


  • #131
    Gwynplaine
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    Osmosis Jones wrote: »
    Zion finally making his debut tonight

    He looks to be some player, but I fear those 2 knees will be gone by the time he's 25.


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  • #132
    ButtersSuki
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    Chandler Parsons NBA career would appear to be over following a car crash with a drunk driver during the week. The pics aren't that bad compared to the injuries his lawyers are claiming - I wonder is that just lawyers being lawyers? Parsons is making $25m this year....:eek:


  • #133
    Osmosis Jones
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    Watching Portland this yer has been a nightmare, starting SG, SF, PF, and C all injured, Lillard being to only person to do literally anything (61 and 47 in his last two games), and giving Mario Hezonja 17 minutes a game while often not giving any to Nassir Little.


  • #134
    kmart6
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    https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1221537476893925376


  • #135
    Top Dog
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    Just heard it on the radio.

    https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7931909/Kobe-Bryant-dies-Calabasas-helicopter-crash.html


  • #136
    kmart6
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    Seems there's a seperate thread that posts are being moved to if people want to go to that....

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2058048966


  • #137
    Osmosis Jones
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    Osmosis Jones wrote: »
    Lillard being to only person to do literally anything (61 and 47 in his last two games)

    He followed those two games up with 50 last night. Averages of 53/7/9 on 53/57/95 over the past week.


  • #138
    kmart6
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    Tomorrow night's game cancelled, right decision, gives the Lakers off until Friday which is Portland in Staples

    https://twitter.com/wojespn/status/1221924376876146694?s=19


  • #139
    2smiggy
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    the east is very tight 2-6. Think it's important for the Celtics to get home advantage and hopefully avoid the 76ers. But who knows what way it will go. Enjoying the season so far


  • #140
    Igotadose
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    Slightly OT - vote for Kobe as thew new NBA logo. 2.6 million signatures already

    https://www.change.org/p/nba-petition-to-make-kobe-bryant-the-new-nba-logo


  • #141
    ButtersSuki
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    Igotadose wrote: »
    Slightly OT - vote for Kobe as thew new NBA logo. 2.6 million signatures already

    https://www.change.org/p/nba-petition-to-make-kobe-bryant-the-new-nba-logo

    Why is this necessary? Seriously?

    The Jerry West logo is iconic. It's tragic what happened but this is a knee jerk reaction.


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  • #142
    kmart6
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    Yeah I find it a bit much too. Some of the talk of having Kobe & Gigi as the logo was ridiculous, or retiring a number for her.


  • #143
    Osmosis Jones
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    There's plenty that can be done to honour him, doing something that removes someone else's achievement is dumb. Best suggestion I've seen is to name the All Star MVP after him.


  • #144
    Gregk961
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    I hope they don't change the logo, as said above there are plenty of other ways to honour kobe.

    Some of the reaction to Kobe's tragic passing has been close to hysteria in some places. I understand sports fans close connection to Kobe and all other legends of the game but hearing people who have never even met Kobe compare his death to that of a close friend or relative is a tad much.


  • #145
    Leslie Squeaking Vet
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    ButtersSuki wrote: »
    Why is this necessary? Seriously?

    The Jerry West logo is iconic. It's tragic what happened but this is a knee jerk reaction.
    It's utterly absurd.


  • #146
    kmart6
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 15,172 ✭✭✭✭kmart6


    Well the NBA have said they have no intention of changing it and are sticking to the company line that the current logo represents no single player, they have never acknowledged that the silhouette it Jerry West it seems.


  • #147
    Osmosis Jones
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    Osmosis Jones wrote: »
    He followed those two games up with 50 last night. Averages of 53/7/9 on 53/57/95 over the past week.

    Guess I'll keep going until he has a bad one :p

    Last night he followed up back to back to back games of 61, 47, and 50 with 36/10/11 for his first ever triple double (in a win against Westbrook too).


  • #148
    ButtersSuki
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    Osmosis Jones wrote: »
    Guess I'll keep going until he has a bad one :p

    Last night he followed up back to back to back games of 61, 47, and 50 with 36/10/11 for his first ever triple double (in a win against Westbrook too).

    Incl. another huge 3 from deep late in the game over Westbrook this time.


  • #149
    Osmosis Jones
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    ButtersSuki wrote: »
    Incl. another huge 3 from deep late in the game over Westbrook this time.

    He made 2 shots with his foot just touching the logo and after the game talked about taking shots from his own half :p


  • #150
    kmart6
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    Bit different, could be over within a few minutes, but guess the players will keep it going in an effort to honour Kobe

    https://twitter.com/BleacherReport/status/1222966950604759040?s=19


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  • #151
    Osmosis Jones
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    Osmosis Jones wrote: »
    Guess I'll keep going until he has a bad one :p

    Last night he followed up back to back to back games of 61, 47, and 50 with 36/10/11 for his first ever triple double (in a win against Westbrook too).

    And now in the next game he's after getting 48/9/10 in a win on the road to the Lakers, this form is outrageous.

    Oh also Hassan Whiteside had 30/12 with 5 blocks, shot 13/14 from the floor, and did this....

    giphy.gif


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