New Album & The Beginning of Basketball Season

[steve williams]

From what read, Steve, he'll be overseeing the Celtics organization from bird's eye view and sometimes will be on the bench, sometimes not. I imagine he'll be making recommendations to coach Mazulla. And he will be charge also of Boston's G League team.

I think this is a superb move by the Celts. JVG is an expert at the game

 

[steve williams]

as a Lakers fan, watching the preseason games where their bench plays all but the first period I have to admit that the off season acquisitions have been a real surprise to me( in a good way). These kids ca shoot 3 's all night and have set a 3 point total scoring record . Prince seems to hit them from anywhere on the court. AD looks healthy and so does LeBron. Could this season be the last hurrah for LeBron as inevitable the team will pass from LeBron to AD. AD seems poised to accept the challenge. barring injuries lakers are predicted by most to finish 3rd.

I still feel will allll the off season trades and draft picks, all teams have gotten better. This should be a very competitive season.

 

[jadis]

Well, opening night will pit their Lakers against the Nuggets. Then Suns versus Warriors. Good games!

 

[steve williams]

Well, opening night will pit their Lakers against the Nuggets. Then Suns versus Warriors. Good games!

Al the games will be good Phil. I believe this will be a tight and topsy turvy race until the end of season. Hopefully every one stays healthy

 

[steve williams]

This read proves my point that the league all around is much better this year.I look for an exciting season

Why offensive efficiency should continue to rise in 2023-24​

Breaking down league-wide improvements on offense, and why there's a good chance efficiency will continue to rise this season.

Why offensive efficiency should continue to rise in 2023-24 | NBA.com

Breaking down league-wide improvements on offense, and why there's a good chance efficiency will continue to rise this season.

www.nba.com

 

[steve williams]

Bucks at Lakers tonight. My hope is that both teams play their starters and let's see a real game. I want to see the chemistry between Dame and Giannis. Dame looks 2 feet shorter than Giannis in a recent photo.

 

[christoph]

Dame looks 2 feet shorter than Giannis in a recent photo.

Just checked: Dame is even a tiny little bit smaller than me
So Dame is 1 foot shorter than Giannis (who is even over 2,2m )

 

[steve williams]

Lakers started string XVX built an early 8 point lead and then pulled sre their starters. Bucks seem to have a much stronger bench than Lakers and in the end Lakers fall again 108-97

LeBron remains a no show as he sits the bench in civies

 

[christoph]

LeBron remains a no show as he sits the bench in civies

Maybe he is preparing for his 27th financial mainstay as a fashion designer for ultimately embarassing fashion for NBA Stars

Quite a few of those show their really bad taste in fashion on a regular basis, so there must be some obscene amounts of money to be made

 

[steve williams]

Maybe he is preparing for his 27th financial mainstay as a fashion designer for ultimately embarassing fashion for NBA Stars

Quite a few of those show their really bad taste in fashion on a regular basis, so there must be some obscene amounts of money to be made

He was wearing a purple hoodie. All engraved on the sleeves.

 

[steve williams]

good read on why Butler won't be leading the Heat to the playoffs this year....

Why Jimmy Butler is the NBA star in need of the most help
Jimmy Butler enters another season without a dominant co-star after Miami failed to acquire Damian Lillard this offseason.

Why Jimmy Butler is the NBA star in need of the most help | NBA.com

Jimmy Butler enters another season without a dominant co-star after Miami failed to acquire Damian Lillard this offseason.

www.nba.com

 

[steve williams]

21st season and load management. LeBron has sat all preseason as he dresses to the 9's on the bench.To me this is not only LeBron's one last chance for another ring but more so the ascent of AD in taking control of the team. There should be a transfer of power this year as the team is poised for AD to take over....

LeBron's 21st season: What to expect from King James and the Lakers in 2023-24​

'Constantly preparing himself': What LeBron James is chasing in Year 21

LeBron James is set to become the sixth player in NBA history to reach his 21st season. What lies ahead for King James and the Lakers?

www.espn.com

 

[steve williams]

I think Lillard's presence will add a lot to the Buck's team. As always he remains a modest young man

Dame, Giannis debut to rave reviews from Bucks

Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo took the court together for the first time Sunday night, and as limited as the dress rehearsal might have been, the Bucks came away very impressed by the early returns.

www.espn.com

 

[steve williams]

Unlike Zion, this kid seems to be the real deal. Im happy for him and Pop and SA and their history of great centers

BELIEVE THE HYPE​

Believe the hype: The Wemby Effect is real in San Antonio

Victor Wembanyama is still a week away from his regular-season debut, but he's already had a major impact on the Spurs.

www.espn.com

 

[steve williams]

although the preseason games are meaningless and merely a way for coaches to determine starting players etc but the Celts to me have proved they are the team to beat.(I said that last year but this team is even better). Lillard looks good with the Bucks but he is suddenly not the team leader and you can see that he is adapting to his new role

 

[jadis]

although the preseason games are meaningless and merely a way for coaches to determine starting players etc but the Celts to me have proved they are the team to beat.(I said that last year but this team is even better). Lillard looks good with the Bucks but he is suddenly not the team leader and you can see that he is adapting to his new role

I noticed too, Giannis is taking charge. It's like saying he doesn't need 'help' in a way.

 

[steve williams]

I noticed too, Giannis is taking charge. It's like saying he doesn't need 'help' in a way.

It’s his team not Dame’s. Lillard will be a silent force. He shows up every game to play his best Never complains

 

[steve williams]

Reading the LA news here, you would think that George and Kawhi single handedly beat the Nuggets who had half the team sitting out due to illness or injury. PG did score 23 points which was good to see but Kawhi playing only 17 minutes. manaaged to garner 6 points. If Leonard doesn't show up this year II believe he and his uncle will move on at the end of the season

 

[steve williams]

IMO Ja Morant is one of the best young talents in the league but, wow, has he ever fallen from grace due to last season's antics...This is a terrific analysis. I wish him well and that he regains his former self because when he is on his game he is one of the best IMO . I have seen him attempt slam dunks and his hand reaches the top of the glass

'Then the alligators got him': Inside Ja Morant's 18-month downfall​

'Then the alligators got him': Inside Ja Morant's 18-month downfall

After the 2022 All-Star Game, Morant's misconduct became more frequent -- and dangerous. Since then, serious allegations have emerged. Lawsuits and subpoenas remain open. And a 24-year-old superstar's career is on the brink.

www.espn.com

 

[jadis]

IMO Ja Morant is one of the best young talents in the league but, wow, has he ever fallen from grace due to last season's antics...This is a terrific analysis. I wish him well and that he regains his former self because when he is on his game he is one of the best IMO . I have seen him attempt slam dunks and his hand reaches the top of the glass

'Then the alligators got him': Inside Ja Morant's 18-month downfall​

'Then the alligators got him': Inside Ja Morant's 18-month downfall

After the 2022 All-Star Game, Morant's misconduct became more frequent -- and dangerous. Since then, serious allegations have emerged. Lawsuits and subpoenas remain open. And a 24-year-old superstar's career is on the brink.

www.espn.com

Hope he recovers. But realistically, I've seen many head cases who didn't recover. He's a very exciting player to watch,much like Zion, I like watching him play.