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Post #241 » by **165bows** » Wed May 3, 2023 3:00 pm

The Corey's wrote:
Marvel wrote:
The Corey's wrote:Worried about the Lakers lol.

C'mon now.

With this Jekyll and Hyde team yeah.

Denver gonna cake walk to the finals.

Yeah I feel like this is right here.

Post #242 » by **Parliament10** » Wed May 3, 2023 5:22 pm

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Post #243 » by **Feed Your Head** » Wed May 3, 2023 5:45 pm

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Post #244 » by **Shak_Celts** » Wed May 3, 2023 11:05 pm

Feed Your Head wrote:

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It wasn't a bad shot to me, I would have taken a dribble to make it a better shot with all that space and time though. I guess you could argue he aint Curry but he's hit that type of shot b4. :dontknow:

Post #245 » by **Darthlukey** » Wed May 3, 2023 11:35 pm

Parliament10 wrote:

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They lost me at Clutch PotY being a major award

Post #246 » by **SuperDeluxe** » Thu May 4, 2023 12:52 am

aim2please wrote:Is it just me or are the refs deciding some of these games? Phoenix had 5 free throws, Denver 21. Lakers had 29 free throws, Warriors 6. This is absurd.

I didn't watch these two games, but Lakers free throws differential since that blown call (Tatum on Lebron) has been historic. 10 to 15 free throws more every game is like a cheat code.

Maybe the fact that the NBA is profiting from the betting business has something to do with this?

Post #247 » by **shackles10** » Thu May 4, 2023 12:44 pm

SuperDeluxe wrote:
aim2please wrote:Is it just me or are the refs deciding some of these games? Phoenix had 5 free throws, Denver 21. Lakers had 29 free throws, Warriors 6. This is absurd.

I didn't watch these two games, but Lakers free throws differential since that blown call (Tatum on Lebron) has been historic. 10 to 15 free throws more every game is like a cheat code.

Maybe the fact that the NBA is profiting from the betting business has something to do with this?

I get the revenue helps the league which helps the fan, but I’ll admit I don’t love the increased gambling aspect of all major sports today. I understand it’s always been there, but the in your face aspect of it seems different.

aim2please · Post #248 » by **aim2please** » Thu May 4, 2023 1:34 pm

SuperDeluxe wrote:
aim2please wrote:Is it just me or are the refs deciding some of these games? Phoenix had 5 free throws, Denver 21. Lakers had 29 free throws, Warriors 6. This is absurd.

I didn't watch these two games, but Lakers free throws differential since that blown call (Tatum on Lebron) has been historic. 10 to 15 free throws more every game is like a cheat code.

Maybe the fact that the NBA is profiting from the betting business has something to do with this?

If they're pushing for certain outcomes, IMO it's because they need these playoffs to have good ratings before new TV deal negotiations. Celtics - Lakers would be ideal for them.

I do think that being bombarded with gambling adds 24-7 is out of order.

Homerclease · Post #249 » by **Homerclease** » Thu May 4, 2023 1:37 pm

aim2please wrote:
SuperDeluxe wrote:
aim2please wrote:Is it just me or are the refs deciding some of these games? Phoenix had 5 free throws, Denver 21. Lakers had 29 free throws, Warriors 6. This is absurd.

I didn't watch these two games, but Lakers free throws differential since that blown call (Tatum on Lebron) has been historic. 10 to 15 free throws more every game is like a cheat code.

Maybe the fact that the NBA is profiting from the betting business has something to do with this?

If they're pushing for certain outcomes, IMO it's because they need these playoffs to have good ratings before new TV deal negotiations. Celtics - Lakers would be ideal for them.

I do think that being bombarded with gambling adds 24-7 is out of order.

All these series are wet dreams for Silver and the owners.

Mia - NYK
Bos - Phi
Den - Pho
LA - GS

You have a mix of historic rivals and superstars battling each other and it’s only round two. The ratings are going to be massive IMO

Celts17Pride · Post #250 » by **Celts17Pride** » Thu May 4, 2023 1:47 pm

Homerclease wrote:
aim2please wrote:
SuperDeluxe wrote:Maybe the fact that the NBA is profiting from the betting business has something to do with this?

If they're pushing for certain outcomes, IMO it's because they need these playoffs to have good ratings before new TV deal negotiations. Celtics - Lakers would be ideal for them.

I do think that being bombarded with gambling adds 24-7 is out of order.

All these series are wet dreams for Silver and the owners.

Mia - NYK
Bos - Phi
Den - Pho
LA - GS

You have a mix of historic rivals and superstars battling each other and it’s only round two. The ratings are going to be massive IMO

Good! Need more BRI and push up that salary cap :lol:

steefP2 · Post #251 » by **steefP2** » Thu May 4, 2023 2:19 pm

Over the last 30 years, only 2 times has the regular season scoring leader made the playoffs but not been top 10 in playoff PPG
1. Embiid 2023
2. Embiid 2022

Post #252 » by **shackles10** » Thu May 4, 2023 6:07 pm

Listening to the Anything is Poddable podcast today and I refuse to believe Jay King doesn't know who the Smashing Pumpkins are.

Post #253 » by **bisme37** » Thu May 4, 2023 10:04 pm

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Post #254 » by **snowman** » Thu May 4, 2023 10:27 pm

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So now along with Nick Nurse you have 2 of the biggest crybaby coaches out on the butts. Hope both find new jobs,... in the Western conference.

sprash9802 · Post #255 » by **sprash9802** » Thu May 4, 2023 10:27 pm

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Surprised it took so long... even without Giannis for a few games, there is no way they should've lost in 5 to Miami. I really wish we didn't extend Mazzula. Nurse would be perfect for this team.

ConstableGeneva · Post #256 » by **ConstableGeneva** » Fri May 5, 2023 12:46 am

Who are you rooting for to advance, Lakers or Warriors?

Tyakack · Post #257 » by **Tyakack** » Fri May 5, 2023 1:21 am

ConstableGeneva wrote:Who are you rooting for to advance, Lakers or Warriors?

I catch myself rooting for them both to lose while watching the game. Idk what the hell I want. These are the two teams by far I want to lose before reaching the finals. Just go 7 and make it entertaining and I'll root against the winner next round.

JaMarco · Post #258 » by **JaMarco** » Fri May 5, 2023 1:34 am

The Nuggets are going to absolutely WASH either of these teams in the WCF.

Post #259 » by **Darthlukey** » Fri May 5, 2023 1:46 am

JaMarco wrote:The Nuggets are going to absolutely WASH either of these teams in the WCF.

I hope so. Nuggets are my back up team if Boston doesnt win it all

VeryMuchWoke · Post #260 » by **VeryMuchWoke** » Fri May 5, 2023 1:56 am

Homerclease wrote:
aim2please wrote:
SuperDeluxe wrote:Maybe the fact that the NBA is profiting from the betting business has something to do with this?

If they're pushing for certain outcomes, IMO it's because they need these playoffs to have good ratings before new TV deal negotiations. Celtics - Lakers would be ideal for them.

I do think that being bombarded with gambling adds 24-7 is out of order.

All these series are wet dreams for Silver and the owners.

Mia - NYK
Bos - Phi
Den - Pho
LA - GS

You have a mix of historic rivals and superstars battling each other and it’s only round two. The ratings are going to be massive IMO

The certainly wasn't the Lakers in the WCF looking at some of the calls they're making in this game.