2019/20 ¤Bubble season chit-chat thread¤ ™

[tjforce]

It's Here!!!

After over 4 long months, we have competitive basketball, starting with scrimmages today, moving towards seeding games on July 30th.

Time to talk about games, players, league happenings.

Time to rally around members who root for the same team/players that you do, and to renew old internet rivalries with some familiar foes.

Time for hot takes, great takes, terrible takes, victim of the moment takes.

Time for PBM's to start up their 5th account to pump players they're way too invested in (Shout out to my Harry Giles crew).

Time to talk about how performances will send card prices skyrocketing, or crashing back to earth.

But most of all... time to enjoy Basketball again!!!

After what we've all been through the last 1/3 of a year, we deserve this!!!!!

[tjforce]

My first take....

The most interesting thing that I'm paying attention to early on is the seeding in the West.

Right now, 1 game separates 4th seed Utah from 6th seed Houston, with OKC in the middle.

Dallas is not far behind in the 7th seed, 1.5 games behind Houston.

Meanwhile, Denver is only a game behind the Clippers. I have the Lakers and Clippers in a virtual toss up of who I think is a better team, but there's a reason I think the Lakers have the advantage and it's that whoever they play in round 1 should be a cake walk, while the Clippers might have their hands full. I could see the Rockets or Dallas giving the Clippers a tough series, especially since the Clippers roster has been so erratic in the bubble, with Patrick Beverly now leaving for personal matters.

The East is pretty much just a warm up series before the playoffs start, but it's looking like there will be a lot of interesting action in the West.

Other things I'll be watching early:

-How does skinny Jokic play?
-How does Power Forward/Point Guard Ben Simmons play, and does he shoot?
-Will the chemistry still be there for the Bucks?
-Will there be Zion?
-Who gets in the 8th seed in the West?

[frankiecgsw]

finallllyyy! some real basketball on TV and not just people talking and making fake debates. Very cool how NBATV will be broadcasting games almost at all hours for the next couple weeks. Working from home and basketball! Excited to see the setup/ arena. Hoping to see Mickey and Minnie in the stands.

My question is will there be cheerleaders? saw a hot chick in thybulles youtube video.

[theLUCKYshow]

did someone say Harry Giles?!
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[BigMeech23]

Interested in seeing how the Nets do with their near-depleted roster without the likes of KD, Kyrie, DJ, Dinwiddie, Prince, Chandler, and Claxton. I'll especially be focusing on Levert as this will be a big opportunity for him to show what he's capable of to the front office, and that ultimately being a deciding factor in whether or not he'll be the "third star" the Nets are looking for or if he'll end up being a key trading piece in acquiring that missing piece for the team. However, I don't believe you can really blame Levert if things go poorly as he won't really have much to work with with possibly the weakest roster (or the Wizards) going into the NBA Bubble. Will be very exciting to watch!

[tjforce]

finallllyyy! some real basketball on TV and not just people talking and making fake debates. Very cool how NBATV will be broadcasting games almost at all hours for the next couple weeks. Working from home and basketball! Excited to see the setup/ arena. Hoping to see Mickey and Minnie in the stands.

My question is will there be cheerleaders? saw a hot chick in thybulles youtube video.

Scrimmages start at 3 PM Pacific today!!!

No amazing matchups, and Zion not there, but it'll just be good to see the setup, who looks good, who's out of shape.

[tjforce]

Interested in seeing how the Nets do with their near-depleted roster without the likes of KD, Kyrie, DJ, Dinwiddie, Prince, Chandler, and Claxton. I'll especially be focusing on Levert as this will be a big opportunity for him to show what he's capable of to the front office, and that ultimately being a deciding factor in whether or not he'll be the "third star" the Nets are looking for or if he'll end up being a key trading piece in acquiring that missing piece for the team. However, I don't believe you can really blame Levert if things go poorly as he won't really have much to work with with possibly the weakest roster (or the Wizards) going into the NBA Bubble. Will be very exciting to watch!

Whoever plays the Nets in round 1 will be getting a bye. They just don't have the bodies.

[abidtsteele]

Saw Giannis draining jumpers and three pointers in practice yesterday. Will that make it to the court more or will he continue his attack the rack play?

[abidtsteele]

Interested in seeing how the Nets do with their near-depleted roster without the likes of KD, Kyrie, DJ, Dinwiddie, Prince, Chandler, and Claxton. I'll especially be focusing on Levert as this will be a big opportunity for him to show what he's capable of to the front office, and that ultimately being a deciding factor in whether or not he'll be the "third star" the Nets are looking for or if he'll end up being a key trading piece in acquiring that missing piece for the team. However, I don't believe you can really blame Levert if things go poorly as he won't really have much to work with with possibly the weakest roster (or the Wizards) going into the NBA Bubble. Will be very exciting to watch!

Interested to see how JC looks as well.

Also want to watch the young Wizards and their expanded roles. Both Rui and TB Jr

[gomiamigo]

Ben Simmons draining loads of 3s in practice.

Get Excited!

[tjforce]

I'm about to pay $6.99 for one month of League Pass.

Should get me all the exhibition games, and whatever seeding games aren't on regular TV.

[ballhawkdawk]

Ben Simmons draining loads of 3s in practice.

Get Excited!

GOAT ... splash splash splash.

[dennythedinosau]

If there was any year for upsets, this would be it.

I see Houston and Miami as being darkhorse contenders. Houston's super small ball lineup might baffle the other teams. If Miami's shooters get hot, I can see them taking out anybody. Plus, they added experienced veterans/defenders like Iguodala and Crowder.

On another note, even though they are the defending champions, do not underestimate Toronto. They know what it takes to win and most of these guys have been playing with each other for a while. Even if they don't win the championship, they're gonna be a tough out for the other contenders (Bucks, Lakers, Clippers, etc.)

[RBKSNIPZ]

Bol bol going off rn

[RogerGodahell]

My first take....

The most interesting thing that I'm paying attention to early on is the seeding in the West.

Right now, 1 game separates 4th seed Utah from 6th seed Houston, with OKC in the middle.

Dallas is not far behind in the 7th seed, 1.5 games behind Houston.

Meanwhile, Denver is only a game behind the Clippers. I have the Lakers and Clippers in a virtual toss up of who I think is a better team, but there's a reason I think the Lakers have the advantage and it's that whoever they play in round 1 should be a cake walk, while the Clippers might have their hands full. I could see the Rockets or Dallas giving the Clippers a tough series, especially since the Clippers roster has been so erratic in the bubble, with Patrick Beverly now leaving for personal matters.

The East is pretty much just a warm up series before the playoffs start, but it's looking like there will be a lot of interesting action in the West.

Other things I'll be watching early:

-How does skinny Jokic play?
-How does Power Forward/Point Guard Ben Simmons play, and does he shoot?
-Will the chemistry still be there for the Bucks?
-Will there be Zion?
-Who gets in the 8th seed in the West?

That's pretty much what im paying the most attention to as well. It's a tight race in the West. Im hoping the Mavs can move up at least 1 spot and avoid the Clippers. I like their chances vs anyone else in the first round besides both LA teams. They'll get a good opportunity right away vs HOU in their first game.

[LeonfromNC]

Bol bol going off rn

He is the first beneficiary of scrimmage stats and cards skyrocketing...

Too bad I don’t have any.

[tjforce]

Bol Bol beating up on some scrubs

[LeonfromNC]

Also the blonde doing commentary is insanely hot

[RogerGodahell]

I'm about to pay $6.99 for one month of League Pass.

Should get me all the exhibition games, and whatever seeding games aren't on regular TV.

Yeah im kind of in that predicament myself right now. I had DirecTV and bought league pass already but i cancelled my DirecTV account about a month ago. The extra charges were pissing me off i was paying $130 month on a package that was $80 before all the other added fees. Before i cancelled i called and specifically asked if was still going to be able to watch the games online because i had already bought league pass and they said i would. Well i can't access any of the content on the NBA site even though it says i already have league pass. There's no one to get ahold of when you call the help number either it says the NBA support is currently shut down. It's $60 to buy the rest of the season again and that's probably what i'll have to do. Then fight with someone to get a partial refund for the league pass season i already purchased.

[tjforce]

Yeah im kind of in that predicament myself right now. I had DirecTV and bought league pass already but i cancelled my DirecTV account about a month ago. The extra charges were pissing me off i was paying $130 month on a package that was $80 before all the other added fees. Before i cancelled i called and specifically asked if was still going to be able to watch the games online because i had already bought league pass and they said i would. Well i can't access any of the content on the NBA site even though it says i already have league pass. There's no one to get ahold of when you call the help number either it says the NBA support is currently shut down. It's $60 to buy the rest of the season again and that's probably what i'll have to do. Then fight with someone to get a partial refund for the league pass season i already purchased.

Yea I ended up having to get the $29 package, which will get me through scrimmages and not nationally televised seeding games. Still worth it.

[tjforce]

Jokic looks drunk out there trying to play Point Guard.

[Akphillips86]

He is the first beneficiary of scrimmage stats and cards skyrocketing...

Too bad I don’t have any.


This is just the tip of the iceberg. This just goes to show you we are going to see some WILD spikes when the actual games get going. Brace yourselves gentlemen.


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[Giannis34fan]

Michael Carter Williams looks good!

Sell, Sell, Sell! lol

[tjforce]

Exhibition season finished!

On to the games that count.

Thursday could be exciting or it could be a dud, based on the facts that both Zion and AD are questionable. The Pels need Zion to try to rack up a win, while it'd be nice to see the Lakers and Clippers at least play with their two superstars healthy, even though both teams will be missing some depth at guard.

My other thoughts after the exhibition season:

-Giannis looks as unstoppable as ever
-LeBron and AD look like they haven't missed a beat
-Philly's starters have looked great, leading in all 3 games until it was time to pull their starters, even though 2 of the games were without Embiid. So how does that mesh once they count for real?
-Dallas is going to be a tough out in round 1. I don't think this is their year yet, but if seed 2 or 3 in the West has to play them, it's not a matchup they'll be happy about
-Houston is still such a wildcard for me. I don't think they are capable of running the table and winning it all, but I do think they are capable of getting hot and upsetting someone.

[rifleman69]

Houston will self-destruct on their own...don't worry about them.

[ballhawkdawk]

As one of the people who did not believe this day would come, solely because I took a stance of, “I’ll believe it when I see it,” I’m happy I was wrong and am stoked to see some meaningful basketball again.

[ballhawkdawk]

Double post

[tjforce]

As one of the people who did not believe this day would come, solely because I took a stance of, “I’ll believe it when I see it,” I’m happy I was wrong and am stoked to see some meaningful basketball again.

I kept my faith by believing that LeBron's ego would outweigh the virus

And despite Kyrie's best (half a$$ed effort), it did.

Now I just hope tomorrow Zion runs in mid-game WWE style and delivers a 4th quarter comeback finisher to win the game!

[abidtsteele]

I kept my faith by believing that both players and owners stood to lose too much money not to make it happen

And despite Kyrie's best (half a$$ed effort), it did.

Now I just hope tomorrow Zion runs in mid-game WWE style and delivers a 4th quarter comeback finisher to win the game!

I FIFY

[PKIPP]

Jazz "big 3" looked really good in scrimmages. Ball moving well, Conley looks like a completely diff player than he did during the season pre-shutdown. Mitchell and Gobert still doing their thing. Whatever issues they had off the court don't seem to effect their play together on the court.

Hope Zion plays tomorrow vs Utah.

[ninjacookies]

So hyped I'm currently typing this out with jazz hands. /pause


Essketit.

[pingbling23]

tonights the night boys and girls, LET PLAY RESUME!!!!!!

[Vinny1984]

As one of the people who did not believe this day would come, solely because I took a stance of, “I’ll believe it when I see it,” I’m happy I was wrong and am stoked to see some meaningful basketball again.

I’ll eat my crow as well.

[rhigh2390]

As one of the people who did not believe this day would come, solely because I took a stance of, “I’ll believe it when I see it,” I’m happy I was wrong and am stoked to see some meaningful basketball again.

I'm happy basketball is back, but I'll probably just be checking box scores due to not being able to take all of the "side stuff" going on lol

[dennythedinosau]

The bubble is the way to go, but obviously it's easier when the season is nearly over, and with playoffs coming, more teams will be leaving the bubble.

Both NHL and NBA have been handling it well compared to MLB (and soon to be NFL).

[tjforce]

So hyped I'm currently typing this out with jazz hands. /pause


Essketit.

tonights the night boys and girls, LET PLAY RESUME!!!!!!

I’ll eat my crow as well.

Let it eat, boys!

Looks like AD is likely to play. Zion a game time decision. I can't wait!

[byronscott4ever]

Actual games being played featuring the base card, Chronicles, Optic, Prizm, etc. players we’ve been collecting these last few months...how about that?

[Akphillips86]

It’s going to be a wild ride boys! I need a fast forward button on today (saying this with toddlers screaming in the background [emoji23])


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[Stats]

It is really interesting that they decided to make Jazz first game of the return. Hopefully it will be a nice night for Gobert

[byronscott4ever]

It is really interesting that they decided to make Jazz first game of the return. Hopefully it will be a nice night for Gobert

He shut down the league...may as well open it back up

[thefranchise3]

In for the Mitchell and Zion price jumps tonight.

[Giannis34fan]

Are you guys/gals ready??? :flex: :D

[PKIPP]

Are you guys/gals ready??? :flex: :D

Yessir.

Got a carry out food order to pick up in a little bit.. Fridge loaded with light beer. A bag of the devil's lettuce. Think I'm gonna pick up a bottle of whiskey and get all the way jazzed up tonight.. No pun intended

[tlm7995]

Yessir.

Got a carry out food order to pick up in a little bit.. Fridge loaded with light beer. A bag of the devil's lettuce. Think I'm gonna pick up a bottle of whiskey and get all the way jazzed up tonight.. No pun intended

this sounds glorious...I'll be living through you tonight while I'm stuck with my in-laws who will talk about Donald Trump being the devil and how COVID is the end of the world.

I just hope JR Smith dribbles out the game clock tonight.

[Dnic]

Yup I'm predicting Lakers and Jazz win their games :D

[PKIPP]

this sounds glorious...I'll be living through you tonight while I'm stuck with my in-laws who will talk about Donald Trump being the devil and how COVID is the end of the world.

I just hope JR Smith dribbles out the game clock tonight.

I will make sure to drink a few in your honor bro :)!

[alexlazarevich]

One more hour...

[abidtsteele]

These games seem so early to me as I'm not on the east coast. I think tomorrow they start at like 1 here.

Either way very excited even if I'm going to be watching replays of the majority of them

[jcardstore]

I think both pelicans and lakers win big tonight. Bron is going to show out to silence the critics and prove he’s still on top and I just think the Pelicans are going to blow the doors off the jazz tonight

[ninjacookies]

I think both pelicans and lakers win big tonight. Bron is going to show out to silence the critics and prove he’s still on top and I just think the Pelicans are going to blow the doors off the jazz tonight

I hope you're right. I just want to see fatboi abuse Sniffle Tower like he did in the preseason.

[Siberian13]

Woohoo sports are finally back. :)!

[jcardstore]

I hope you're right. I just want to see fatboi abuse Sniffle Tower like he did in the preseason.

Unfortunately for you dirty fanbois I doubt he sees more than 15 minutes tonight.

[Siberian13]

I’ll be wrong but I’ll take the clippers breaking Lebron’s groin and the Jazz over snack cakes.

[ninjacookies]

Unfortunately for you dirty fanbois I doubt he sees more than 15 minutes tonight.



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[ninjacookies]

Tears are slowly welling up as I down these cheetos in my fitted Malcom X tee.


Who's cutting the damn onions.

[jcardstore]

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[yiguiri2002]

It's a strange time in the world when Chuck is one of the people that makes the most sense in media.

[ninjacookies]

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I prefer the term emotionally connected.

[Spacemanspif]

I’M SO GODDAM EXCITED RIGHT NOW

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[jcardstore]

I’M SO GODDAM EXCITED RIGHT NOW

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This is a live look at my house right now... but I'm the only one excited here

[eastbayak]

YES, WE BACK!!!

[SirTommyWinAlot]

I must be dreamin'

[ninjacookies]

FATBOI IS BACKKKKKKKKKKKK. Turn the channel now, thy h8rs. It's going to be a long night.

[IceTrae11]

Gobert...first with the rona, first bucket back.

[SirTommyWinAlot]

ZION THE LION!!!!!


Wow, feels good saying that again.

[ninjacookies]

lol first 5 points already.

[jcardstore]

Zion is literally lumbering down the court... my god

[Siberian13]

Lazy defense so far as expected.

[Giannis34fan]

Zion with 5 points!! :flex:

[Siberian13]

Who are these players? I didn’t pick any of these in fan duel or draft kings. Who the hell is Equality and I Am A Man.

[SirTommyWinAlot]

you don't button up your polos all the way to the top.

have some fashion sense.

[jcardstore]

Who are these players? I didn’t pick any of these in fan duel or draft kings. Who the hell is Equality and I Am A Man.

I am a man is Conley. Didn't see the other jersey

[Siberian13]

I am a man is Conley. Didn't see the other jersey

I know who they are :doh:

[Scottish Punk]

MLB this week, NBA tonight, NHL tomorrow. Feels good even though it seems scrimmage like without fans.

[Siberian13]

Who’s the white girl named Ally?

[ninjacookies]

This is like watching the Icy Hot league at 24 hour fitness.


My god.

[Siberian13]

This is like watching the Icy Hot league at 24 hour fitness.


My god.

Such poor basketball being played but I guess they are rusty. Pelicans might turn it over 25 times tonight. I saw Zion heating up a burrito in the microwave on the bench. So I expect extra hustle is coming from him.

[Cubs37]

Joe Ingles is surprisingly buttery smooth

[PKIPP]

Jazz looking good so far.

Based Joe Ingles the idol to rec hoopers everywhere.

[ninjacookies]

Such poor basketball being played but I guess they are rusty. Pelicans might turn it over 25 times tonight. I saw Zion heating up a burrito in the microwave on the bench. So I expect extra hustle is coming from him.

Still better than beisbol.

[Giannis34fan]

Still better than beisbol.

beisbol = yawn watching at home!

[brothertona]

I will say as well that Pelicans aren't going to be great against bigger lineups. Gobert is abusing them. Fouls are going to be a big issue for them as well.

Jazz looking good so far.

Based Joe Ingles the idol to rec hoopers everywhere.

[Siberian13]

Still better than beisbol.

Of course. Baseball is like golf or nascar. Just something on in the background to nap too. But it’s all we had. :)

[ninjacookies]

beisbol = yawn watching at home!

I'd rather watch Tiger Woods' ex wife drama.





Ingram heating up. Just keep it manageable for fatboi in the 2nd q.

[ninjacookies]

Post dominant players like Zion, AD and Giannis are going to be invaluable these first few games as shooters learn how to ...shoot again.

[Scottish Punk]

Post dominant players like Zion, AD and Giannis are going to be invaluable these first few games as shooters learn how to ...shoot again.

Yep, and when everybody is gassed in the 4th. Shooting with wobbly legs.

[ninjacookies]

Yep, and when everybody is gassed in the 4th. Shooting with wobbly legs.

This is so bad. 2 airballs, about 300 bricks and we're not even out of the 1st quarter yet.

[brothertona]

I understand Ingram believes himself to be the Alpha on the Pelicans but they need to run the offense through Zion.

[PKIPP]

I understand Ingram believes himself to be the Alpha on the Pelicans but they need to run the offense through Zion.

Lavar Ball would disagree with both

[Cubs37]

Anyone have any random predictions tonight?

Mine:

- Paul George goes off for 35+ points
- Someone on the broadcast team uses the word "lemonade" at some point

[brothertona]

Lavar Ball would disagree with both


Another reason why the AD trade was so great, got Lonzo away from LA.


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[frankiecgsw]

really hate the tape delay preventing us from hearing the cussing.... cmon!

[jcardstore]

Kind of disappointed they’re blocking out swearing

[ninjacookies]

Pels showing that same resilience all year. Just gotta keep this thing close into the 4th.

[Akphillips86]

Another reason why the AD trade was so great, got Lonzo away from LA.


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That was actually one of the best win win trades I’ve ever seen. Gave the Pelicans a young base to work with in addition to drafting Zion and gave the Lakers a LETHAL All NBA one two punch.


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[jcardstore]

Jazz offense is hilariously bad so far

[PKIPP]

Jazz offense is hilariously bad so far

Their bench is so bad...

[kd the sniper]

Pels bench is tough

[pingbling23]

Zion with less then 3 minutes? Come on now.....

[ninjacookies]

Lol Zion. Keep feeding that man. Literally.

[brothertona]

That was actually one of the best win win trades I’ve ever seen. Gave the Pelicans a young base to work with in addition to drafting Zion and gave the Lakers a LETHAL All NBA one two punch.


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Definitely, I do wonder if the Pelicans would be better without Ingram as he unfortunately stops the flow of the ball.


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[tjforce]

Some things to like about the Pels long term. But man, these guys need a rebounder

[Akphillips86]

Definitely, I do wonder if the Pelicans would be better without Ingram as he unfortunately stops the flow of the ball.


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Valid. He’s talented no doubt, but he needs to utilize his other weapons more readily. A bit like Melo, no disrespect to him, but similar in approach.


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[jcardstore]

It is so painful watching Zion move on the court.

[Giannis34fan]

Lol Zion. Keep feeding that man. Literally.

Feed the Beast!!! :flex:

[pingbling23]

It is so painful watching Zion move on the court.

Looks like we will only see him 15 minutes a night anyway....

[ninjacookies]

Feed the Beast!!! :flex:



Minutes. Poop. Hope they bring him back for a few minutes before the end of the half. Nobody's stopping him on defense.

[Justin7]

The on screen audience is creepy.

[brothertona]

Really creepy.

The on screen audience is creepy.

[kd the sniper]

Ingram for 3

[Siberian13]

Peace got in Equality’s way.

[jcardstore]

I thought it was better with no virtual crowd.

[ninjacookies]

Ouuuuuuuu BI.


Killum.

[kd the sniper]

Ouuuuuuuu BI.


Killum.He's nasty!

[ninjacookies]

Damn Pels turned it up after that rough start. Loving what I'm seeing.

[Spacemanspif]

Lonzo has ZERO idea what to do once he gets in the lane. that layup literally hit the bottom of the backboard

[Justin7]

Lonzo still can’t finish

[Justin7]

Lonzo has ZERO idea what to do once he gets in the lane. that layup literally hit the bottom of the backboard

Jinxx

[jcardstore]

Mudiay is so bad

[Vinny1984]

BI is just so smooth

[ninjacookies]

Loving this. Absolute domination by NO in the first half.

If they win 2 out of the first 3 games, it should be smooth sailing with most of the remaining opponents being bubble squads.

[Scottish Punk]

Utah is 34% shooting 4 for 20 on threes and 10 turnovers with just 4 assists. That stat line looks like hero ball.

[pingbling23]

Gentrys eyes bloodshot from lack of oxygen? Thanks COVID mask.

[jcardstore]

Really glad I took the pelicans spread and money line

[thefranchise3]

Brandon Ingram cards are flying off the shelves.

[RogerGodahell]

UTA shooting has been horrendous

[ninjacookies]

lul@ Zion being the 3rd leading scorer in 60% less minutes.


Can't wait until he's fully back.

[Siberian13]

Damn Pels turned it up after that rough start. Loving what I'm seeing.

Yeah nice turnaround by them. Jazz now look like the Pels did. Hopefully the LA game is much better to watch.

[ninjacookies]

Hopefully the LA game is much better to watch.

Doubt it. I have the Clips edging that one, but expecting a zillion and one airballs.

[daeve]

BI is just so smooth

For being so long/lanky he really is. Also looked like the best player on the court for much of the 1st half.

[Siberian13]

Virus man with a nice block.

[Braswell10]

Doubt it. I have the Clips edging that one, but expecting a zillion and one airballs.

Even without Lou?

[CubbysCardboard]

So the cheerleaders didn’t make it into the bubble?

[Siberian13]

Nice behind the back pass by fat boi

[Justin7]

That pass was kinda nice

[ninjacookies]

Even without Lou?

Good point.


Yeah, I think they'll edge out a close one. Kawhi is going to ball out.



Looks like Jazz found their rhythm. Pels better stay focused.

[ninjacookies]

Not DM's finest moment.

[ninjacookies]

This is some serious local pickup ball being played here.

[ninjacookies]

Reddick ain't finna let his streak end.

[Prince1Yashua]

Is it time to maybe consider that Zion may be a tad unprofessional?

How does he come into this so out of shape?

Bless you

[PKIPP]

Is it time to maybe consider that Zion may be a tad unprofessional?

How does he come into this so out of shape?

Bless you

:cry: :cry:

[ninjacookies]

Oh boi. Getting close.

[pingbling23]

Zion on the bench during crunch time. What a joke.

[Justin7]

Zion on the bench during crunch time. What a joke.

He looks pissed. Now that they're close to the playoffs, they should be playing him.

[pingbling23]

You know Zion has a 3 in him, put him in.

[drobfan8]

Disappointing.

Pels have been terrible the last 5 minutes. Horrible shot selection, nothing at the rim. Lonzo, yikes. Redick not out there.

Surely Zion could give them 2 more minutes.

What a waste

[Prince1Yashua]

The chosen one is a liability on defense right now. he has no rebounds, has 2 turnovers and -16 on the floor.

not very effective player at this time.

[matt roberson]

Ingram should have passed to a wide open Favors

[RogerGodahell]

Looks like they're following the same script for Zion they did with most players did during the exhibition games. 15-16 first game. He'll probably get 20-24 mins next couple and then have no restrictions after that. You've got to remember he hasn't played in like 4 1/2 months. Didn't get any exhibition games in.

[matt roberson]

The chosen one is a liability on defense right now. he has no rebounds, has 2 turnovers and -16 on the floor.

not very effective player at this time.

Shhhhhh, don’t upset the fanboys and investors. Let them keep buying the hype.

[Justin7]

I enjoyed Mitchell Vs. Jrue Holiday on that last possession. Two underrated players.

[WalterAZ31]

Shhhhhh, don’t upset the fanboys and investors. Let them keep buying the hype.

how dare he not play 38 minutes tonight with zero scrimmage game play after leaving the bubble

[ninjacookies]

Yikes. In and out.


That one's gonna leave a mark.

[Siberian13]

We knew Ingram would get it, not pass it and take an unnecessary shot. Good job buddy but almost went in.

[SirTommyWinAlot]

lol, boot those losers out of the bubble.

[Justin7]

Time for the real game.

[Siberian13]

1 for 1 so far on my prediction. Let’s go Clippers. put the ball in the hoop

[Jopeal]

I enjoyed Mitchell Vs. Jrue Holiday on that last possession. Two underrated players.

For sure. Mitchell & Holiday played like team leaders tonight.

[whoaitsg33]

I am mad!


Mood

https://youtu.be/F-dZGsd2rAY

[ninjacookies]

Doc Rivers has the best grafiti artist for a barber in the biz.

[pingbling23]

how dare he not play 38 minutes tonight with zero scrimmage game play after leaving the bubble

Or he could act like a very well payed professional athlete and be game ready. It’s not like he just came off serious surgery although I don’t believe it’s zions decision not to play.

[Dnic]

One game down with a Jazz win :flex: just need a Laker win now :D

[PKIPP]

Typical Jazz. Try to involve the scrubs all game and have Mitchell bail them out in the 4th quarter. Snyder lucky Gentry froze up behind the wheel and didn't put Zion in for the last 3-4 minutes or they would've lost.

[pingbling23]

Lebron got that look. Save it for the finals old man.

[Prince1Yashua]

Our commissioner is white knuckling right now as I type. Zion not in great shape and the Pelicans may miss the playoffs.

His consolation prize is a good one however. The Grizzlies of Memphis are a very exciting team and will put the Lakers to the test.


Bless you.

[Prince1Yashua]

I am mad!


Mood

https://youtu.be/F-dZGsd2rAY

:D

Good video

Bless you,

[ninjacookies]

We'll see if PG and Kawhi can finally put it together in the same game.

[PKIPP]

I enjoyed Mitchell Vs. Jrue Holiday on that last possession. Two underrated players.

Holiday's defense was amazing as it usually is. Mitchell did his thing in the 4th. Was fun to watch.

Lonzo tho... Sportscardinvestor wya?

[brothertona]

Pelicans have no interior game, they are going to get eaten alive by any team with a competent big.
I stand by the Pelicans would be better off without Brandon Ingram's hero ball.
They badly need rebounding, as crazy as this sounds not bringing back Ingram and throwing a 2nd round pick to the Cavs for Drummond might not be the worst idea - although he'd take space away from Zion he'd dramatically improve their defense and drastically improve their rebounding.

Man I'm stoked for Clippers vs Lakers - any game with Lebron you have a chance to see something magical.

[Earvin32]

Did the NBA borrow the crowd from the NBA 2K20 for the Lakers/clippers game?

[brothertona]

There were a lot of rumors around the deadline that the Pelicans might move him but he's so so good. He's such a great defender and he makes so few mistakes - just clean clean basketball.

I don't buy the Lonzo hype at all, I don't think the Ball kids are that good. I know the hype around Lamelo is he's going to be a gamer because he's tall and can pass but none of them can shoot, and Lamelo didn't dominate a league he should have crushed.

Holiday's defense was amazing as it usually is. Mitchell did his thing in the 4th. Was fun to watch.

Lonzo tho... Sportscardinvestor wya?

[Siberian13]

Finally some names I know. James, Leonard, Davis, George and Ankle Bracelet-Pope

[WalterAZ31]

wouldnt quite be the return of NBA unless there was some PBM's to come out of woodwork

[ninjacookies]

I forgot Montrezl is away on personal leave too. This is going to be a tough one....that bench is depleted.

[ninjacookies]

Noah always looking like the worst contestant on Survivor.


The sloppy ball continues...

[PKIPP]

I forgot Montrezl is away on personal leave too. This is going to be a tough one....that bench is depleted.

Reggie Jackson starting.. And I'm not talking bout Mr. October.. Yikes!

[Siberian13]

I always knew Lebron had a little Megan Rapinoe inside him.

[ninjacookies]

Reggie Jackson starting.. And I'm not talking bout Mr. October.. Yikes!

That man dun bounced around the league more than a yung Kardashian. Yikes indeed.

[brothertona]

The Lakers have very little rust. They definitely came ready.

[Justin7]

Oh my gosh I just noticed Shamet is back. Thought he had Covid? Glad he's better. That's good news.

Agree with ya'll on Lonzo. He's a bad investment but a good kid. Hope he finds success in his niche role.

[PKIPP]

Oh my gosh I just noticed Shamet is back. Thought he had Covid? Glad he's better. That's good news.

Agree with ya'll on Lonzo. He's a bad investment but a good kid. Hope he finds success in his niche role.

I root for lonzo as well tbh. My comment was more of a shot at SCI.

[Scottish Punk]

That man dun bounced around the league more than a yung Kardashian. Yikes indeed.

Just happy he isn't a Piston anymore. Never liked the trade.

[ninjacookies]

Just happy he isn't a Piston anymore. Never liked the trade.

I still remember his rookie year hype well. That was a fun 3 months.

[PKIPP]

Just happy he isn't a Piston anymore. Never liked the trade.

Same.. Same..

Edit: should've kept Dinwiddie

[rifleman69]

There were a lot of rumors around the deadline that the Pelicans might move him but he's so so good. He's such a great defender and he makes so few mistakes - just clean clean basketball.

I don't buy the Lonzo hype at all, I don't think the Ball kids are that good. I know the hype around Lamelo is he's going to be a gamer because he's tall and can pass but none of them can shoot, and Lamelo didn't dominate a league he should have crushed.



Ball kids will be also-rans in the NBA chronicles.

[brothertona]

IF AD plays like this the rest of the year it's going to be a pretty easy run for the Lakers.

[Siberian13]

Another ugly game so far. Wonder how many games it takes to get going?

[Siberian13]

Lebron finally woke up

[ninjacookies]

This clips bench is fish food.

[Justin7]

Even within this game I think players are still getting warmed up. May get more interesting but we'll see.

[Ferg1945]

Another ugly game so far. Wonder how many games it takes to get going?

They haven't played in 4 months. It takes time to get legs and lungs back. Id say by the playoffs most should be good to go.

[ninjacookies]

Why'd Kuzma shave off the porn stache?

He needs to stick with a look already.

[Siberian13]

Why'd Kuzma shave off the porn stache?

He needs to stick with a look already.

He just seems out of place on the Lakers. Has to hate his place on the team.

[ninjacookies]

He just seems out of place on the Lakers. Has to hate his place on the team.

He's on the same team as DH and footsteps away from West Hollywood. I don't think he wants to be traded.

[Siberian13]

He's on the same team as DH and footsteps away from West Hollywood. I don't think he wants to be traded.

It’s called style

https://terezowens.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Screen-Shot-2019-12-26-at-8.30.50-AM.png

[asujbl]

Could I please get some Bron and Davis at 50% off because they kneeled and you are boycotting the NBA?

Thanks in advance

[Justin7]

Clips are catching up we got a game

[Siberian13]

Could I please get some Bron and Davis at 50% off because they kneeled and you are boycotting the NBA?

Thanks in advance

Not with all this new soy boi money flooding in. Expect those prices to skyrocket

[Justin7]

Not with all this new soy boi money flooding in. Expect those prices to skyrocket

Those Barista dollars sure add a lot to the hobby! lol

[Siberian13]

Lebron actually called for traveling
Lebron actually played solid defense on Leonard
Lebron with no awareness of time left channeling is inner JR.

[Siberian13]

Those Barista dollars sure add a lot to the hobby! lol

I’m not complaining. I sold base cards for stupid money and retail boxes for even more ridiculous money. Basketball collecting is weird.

[ninjacookies]

It’s called style

https://terezowens.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Screen-Shot-2019-12-26-at-8.30.50-AM.png

https://media1.tenor.com/images/4b7eab8203918685a56cc323ab2903d8/tenor.gif




Well. The games are ugly. But at least they're close.

[hawkfandan]

Watching via League Pass or whatever we're calling it now. No announcers and the only noise is the noise of the game and a little background music. Phenomenal. I'm really enjoying this.

[hawkfandan]

Also, Lebron keeps removing his mouth guard every time he complains to the ref (so basically after every play). Not sanitary Lebron, leave that thing in bro.

[Justin7]

Panic buy paul george

[ninjacookies]

I cannot believe the clippers are leading at any point in this game.

[Siberian13]

I cannot believe the clippers are leading at any point in this game.

Lebron too busy whining again. Needs to focus on the game

[Braswell10]

I cannot believe the clippers are leading at any point in this game.

You literally picked the Clippers to win :confused:

[ninjacookies]

You literally picked the Clippers to win :confused:

My convictions aren't strong unless I put degenerate money on the line.


But yeah...Clips for the 'ship this year.

[ninjacookies]

Lebron too busy whining again. Needs to focus on the game

This is clearly on Bald Mamba.

We must be watching 2 completely different games.

[ninjacookies]

AD player of the night.

[Akphillips86]

AD player of the night.


I was waiting for someone besides me to say it haha. My stance on AD being the man is all too clear, didn’t want to sound like a broken record.


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[ninjacookies]

Lebron too busy whining again. Needs to focus on the game

I was waiting for someone besides me to say it haha. My stance on AD being the man is all too clear, didn’t want to sound like a broken record.


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That's a bad, bad man.

Imagine if he had the handles to be a point forward....

[Akphillips86]

That's a bad, bad man.

Imagine if he had the handles to be a point forward....


SCARY!!!


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[Siberian13]

That's a bad, bad man.

Imagine if he had the handles to be a point forward....

Or stay healthy and play 82. Would be the man

[rman112]

Did they stop the hand slaps after every FT?

[The Accountant]

didn't it look like caruso was oob?

[Jopeal]

Caruso with the hands!

Two musings:

1. Lebron guarding Kawhi was very unexpected
2. Kawhi's hairline is pushing toward S.A.S. territory. You heard it here first

[Siberian13]

Big 3 by George. Forced shot by Lebron but lucky to get the put back

[Justin7]

This game got amazing

[The Accountant]

PG has been awesome. Lebron getting his own rebound between 5 defenders... dang

[ninjacookies]

Way to box out.

At least we got 2 fairly entertaining, close games late. All we could really axe for.

[The Accountant]

This game got amazing

Yup. Started off real slow, just like the other game. I'm really enjoying this new format

[ninjacookies]

I'm clearly prophetic and accurate. Vegas woulda loved me.

This will be an amazing playoff series.


Bron fixed the front of his hairline and now the back is playing KD tricks on him.


What a night.

[Kingofkings1281]

Great game by AD and LeBron coming through at the end. Good stuff.

[The Accountant]

Lebron is an animal - that defense

[The Accountant]

Bet the lakers to win and clippers to cover 4... i like that

[eastbayak]

Not the prettiest games but definitely exciting! Basketball is BACK!!!

[Jopeal]

Brons defense.

Both games ending with buzzer beater attempts. What more could we ask for?

[IceTrae11]

LeClamps. Shot isn't falling so lockdown mode. Savage

[abidtsteele]

Great night, excited for the rest of the summer

Bron needs to visit the bubble barber shop asap. Or just embrace the bald mamba

Bad night for him but AD, Dion and Caruso helped carry. Clips need their entire roster back. Going to be a fun playoff series for sure

[The Accountant]

NBA has done this right. Can't wait to see more

[Kingofkings1281]

Brons defense.

Both games ending with buzzer beater attempts. What more could we ask for?

According to a lot of people on here, LeBron doesn’t play defense. He may not give 100% all the time anymore, but when it matters he’s on of the best.

[Jopeal]

I'm clearly prophetic and accurate. Vegas woulda loved me.

This will be an amazing playoff series.


Bron fixed the front of his hairline and now the back is playing KD tricks on him.


What a night.

Did you officially document my Kawhi comment? I need those creds

[ninjacookies]

Honestly can't call this series.

With Lou Will and Montrezl back, I think that makes a huge difference.

But we also didn't see the best lebron tonight.

No home court advantage. My body is reggie.

[whoaitsg33]

Game winner

Then clamped up Kawhi and PG on the same possession.


LeGOaT

[Jopeal]

According to a lot of people on here, LeBron doesn’t play defense. He may not give 100% all the time anymore, but when it matters he’s on of the best.

His conditioning looked great tonight. If AD can carry a heavy load on offense, Lebrons defense could be an x-factor in the playoffs.

[ninjacookies]

Did you officially document my Kawhi comment? I need those creds

Baby hairs count as phantom hairline, though.

https://nba.nbcsports.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2019/12/GettyImages-1195678002-e1577499661240.jpg

Pic related.

[Jopeal]

Baby hairs count as phantom hairline, though.

https://nba.nbcsports.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2019/12/GettyImages-1195678002-e1577499661240.jpg

Pic related.

What? Since when?
https://media.giphy.com/media/443BYGZCO6rFS/giphy.gif

Deron Williams Comb Down.jpg

[ninjacookies]

What? Since when?
https://media.giphy.com/media/443BYGZCO6rFS/giphy.gif

Deron Williams Comb Down.jpg

You spelled Boozer wrong.

https://d1l5jyrrh5eluf.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/carlos-boozer-hair.jpg

[Jopeal]

You spelled Boozer wrong.

https://d1l5jyrrh5eluf.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/carlos-boozer-hair.jpg

Booz is au naturale

https://www3.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/USA+Basketball+Senior+National+Team+Training+xdpwEyWRsXPl.jpg

[hairyangryfella]

If only Reggie Jackson had made any attempt to box out instead of just standing there and kinda wiping his hands together?
Not the play you want to end, but still had a chance. AD (still) definitely the Lakers MVP to me.

[ninjacookies]

Booz is au naturale

https://www3.pictures.gi.zimbio.com/USA+Basketball+Senior+National+Team+Training+xdpwEyWRsXPl.jpg


I feel like Dwill should get an honorary pass. That combunder is a Puerto Rican default plugin installed at adolescence.

[Jopeal]

I feel like Dwill should get an honorary pass. That combunder is a Puerto Rican default plugin installed at adolescence.

Ah well that explains it. Thank you for the lesson in hair history, sensei

https://media.giphy.com/media/12Nt5YmOLztmMw/giphy.gif

Edit: "Installed" :cry:

[PKIPP]

If only Reggie Jackson had made any attempt to box out instead of just standing there and kinda wiping his hands together?
Not the play you want to end, but still had a chance. AD (still) definitely the Lakers MVP to me.

Funny you mention the hand wiping,

There was a story back in 2015 when he came to the Pistons that he had bad anxiety or something and his hands would sweat really bad so he wore some kind of mitts when he would be on the bench.

[rman112]

Tim Legler looks like Kramer when he fell asleep in the tanning bed.

[solt0131]

Tim Legler looks like Kramer when he fell asleep in the tanning bed.

or when he used butter to tan with and fell asleep up on the roof.

Both classics.

:)!:)!

[drobfan8]

The Pels should only put Lonzo in with Zion. I'm not even kidding, those 2 get each other. Otherwise I'd be going a Jrue and Redick combo..

Lonzo needs a target.

[sethc1020]

Man I was excited to have basketball back last night but I have to say with no fans it lacked a lot of excitement. Still happy its back but it was kind of hard to watch at times and it sounded like I was listening to the game on the radio. LOL

[pingbling23]

2 close games to kick the season back off. excited for the bucks/celtics game tonight!!!!