The 2019-2020 Around the NBA thread

[Mainstreet]

Boston goes up 3-0 against 76ers with a 102- 94 win.

 

[Mainstreet]

Doncic leaves Clippers game with ankle issue.

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[Mainstreet]

Clippers take down the Mavericks 130-122. They lead series 2-1.

 

[Carolinacacti]

Butler always said TJ was his bitch. Only reason I'm glad he is gone and I was a huge supporter.

 

[Mainstreet]

Boston up 3-0 has the opportunity to eliminate Philadelphia from the playoffs today.

The same with Toronto who is up 3-0 over Brooklyn.

 

[Mainstreet]

Boston sweeps Philadelphia 110-106.

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[Mainstreet]

Porzingis has not entered Dallas versus Clippers game.

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[GatorAZ]

Why I don’t think Dallas has a high ceiling. You can’t count on Porzingis’ health.

 

[Mainstreet]

Why I don’t think Dallas has a high ceiling. You can’t count on Porzingis’ health.

This is a good point. Every good playoff team has at least two stars and Porzingis is Dallas' second star. If he doesn't play it's hard for Doncic to be the only star and face constant harassment by the defense.

I am a fan of their offense. It makes up for a lot of personnel deficiencies.

 

[Mainstreet]

Mavericks lead Clippers 93-85 after 3rd quarter.

Doncic already with 28 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists.

 

[GoldGloveschmidt]

To my eye, the Suns look like a better basketball team than a lot of these playoff teams. I really wish they got in. I hope they are in the gym right now getting ready

 

[Mainstreet]

I bet the 76ers regret waiving Trey Burke around February 6th and Suns should regret not picking him up.

 

[Mainstreet]

The Clippers gave up a lot for Paul George. He is having trouble with his shooting particularly over the last 3 games.

 

[Mainstreet]

Only a 2 point game. Looks like a great finish with Dallas and Clippers.

 

[Mainstreet]

Overtime between Dallas and Clippers.

 

[Mainstreet]

Paul George having a very tough game.

Mostly Lou Williams and Leonard for Clippers.

 

[Mainstreet]

Mavericks win on last second 3 pointer by Doncic. Unbelievable.

 

[1tinsoldier]

at one point i preferred Doncic over Ayton.
at one point i preferred Young over Ayton.
but like most i settled on Ayton.
nothing wrong with that, no one paid us big bucks to analyze those picks.
but what's the Suns' management excuse, really?
Doncic's skills and heart were already clearly on display.
and Ayton's lack of both was clear too.
truth is, the decision was pure speculation.
we picked a body,
and lost out on a legend, already in the making.

 

[Mainstreet]

The Clippers tried to guard Doncic straight up on defense most of the day. I can see why with his teammates making shots.

However, he is too good to let him take a last second shot or get the ball.

 

[Cheesebeef]

43/17/15... as a second year 20 year old is ABSURD.

 

[1tinsoldier]

watching that game, the only consolation is we weren't the ones who invested heavily in Boy Ge... i mean Paul George

 

[SirStefan32]

Luka is a bad, bad dude! Holy crap, he is a badass!

 

[Mainstreet]

Luka is a bad, bad dude! Holy crap, he is a badass!

He literally can get any shot he wants but frequently chooses to pass.

I can't remember how many times he passed out near the basket only to get his teammates wide open looks.

 

[SirStefan32]

I have never seen a player Luka's age just not give a crap about anything and not be intimidated by anything or anyone. I knew he would be good, but this is a whole different level. This kid is incredible.

 

[Mainstreet]

watching that game, the only consolation is we weren't the ones who invested heavily in Boy Ge... i mean Paul George

George has shot poorly three games in a row.

Yes, I'm glad the Suns didn't sell the farm for George but it really doesn't matter to the Clippers because they are able to attract top free agents.

That's the way it is for the Clippers and Lakers.

The Knicks messed up somewhere.