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Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Sun, 2 Aug 2026 11:59:27 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 08/02/2026 15:59

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Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:48:11 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 07/29/2026 16:48

Not posting this as a fan of Skip (at all)

And yes, LeBron can be annoying… I respect the talent which is undeniable, but I would like him a lot more if his career path showed a lot more hunger and persistence against and truly overcoming of obstacle (organic improvement rather than stacking the deck, or jumping ship to a stacked deck when the going got tough). This is annoying if for anything because it also just makes it harder to evaluate his true value. On one hand he is an advanced stats nerds wet dream; on the other, the actual results, the advantage he should be giving his team, often don’t quite match up to his statistical case…

Anyway, usually I find Skip just plain annoying and ignore at all costs — a lot of his takes will drop your IQ off a cliff — but there can be a certain entertainment value in watching him just crash out over this shit 🤣

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Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 15:12:41 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 07/28/2026 19:12

CA Dreamin wrote:

LeBron James

He is obviously among the great players, but what has he played with now? 100 hall of famers/future hall of famers?

Being that he is going on 50 yrs old and in his 32nd season, I don’t think it moves the needle for his “GOAT status” in particular (negatively or positively) to be playing on such a stacked team (I guess…?) but one does have to consider the real fact that he only seems to win championships — or even have a real shot — on very stacked teams and it kind of negates the notion that he is “The GOAT” or that he so clearly makes his teammates better (how often does this get stated as fact when his teammates stats usually show otherwise, or vs a Kobe or Jordan who very evidently did so by undeniable results? Like Jordan’s team legitimately and actually got better and better and better, closer and closer to a championship from the ground up — and then held it year after year in each full season through 1998, even as changes were made, other players in and out, even as they aged, got hurt, etc…).

Re: Basketball Megathread

CA Dreamin — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 23:45:11 GMT

Author: CA Dreamin

Posted: 07/28/2026 03:45

LeBron James

Re: Basketball Megathread

Repo — Sat, 4 Jul 2026 21:52:04 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 07/05/2026 01:52

AfterHours wrote:

How about some salt on that wound? 😈

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Ha! My youngest daughter just asked me about the trade, and I told her I couldn't even put my feelings into words just yet! �...

Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Sat, 4 Jul 2026 21:18:46 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 07/05/2026 01:18

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Still can’t believe this flabbergasting trade!!!

How about some salt on that wound? 😈

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Re: Basketball Megathread

Repo — Fri, 3 Jul 2026 21:32:33 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 07/04/2026 01:32

CA Dreamin wrote:

I think I'll lift my NBA embargo for next season.

In January, on the football thread, Repo wrote:

The 49ers and the Eagles...

49ers by 1.

BUT, I'll be pulling for you guys. I LOVE the city of Philadelphia. (Just don't EVAH' expect me to route for the 76ers!!! �...)

less than an hour ago, Repo wrote:

I want the 76ers to win the NBA championship and Jaylen Brown to get his second Finals MVP. 🏀 🏆 Now THAT would be good copy.

Man, how the tides have turned. What is it about our teams and trading guys named Brown? First we gave you AJ; now you're giving us Jaylen. We both have something to look forward to.

Yup! That's how dumbfounded I am by this trade! The universe where I live tilted on its axis. A when pigs fly sorta moment ! I'm pulling for JB over JT next year! Of course, I'll be routing for my Celtics too. My blood is green after all. BUT, Jaylen has GREEN blood too and he deserved WAY, WAY better!

Go JB!!! #foreveraceltic #jerseyintherafters ☘️

ps: one of my favorite quotes on true intelligence is the ability to change one's position on a topic, even entrenched positions, if circumstances dictate it. I forget the exact quote, but I try to live by it. 🤓

edit: And psyched you'll be following along this year! Honestly I feel u have a BIG 4: Edgecombe is a baller! And very likable!

Re: Basketball Megathread

CA Dreamin — Fri, 3 Jul 2026 11:16:16 GMT

Author: CA Dreamin

Posted: 07/03/2026 15:16

I think I'll lift my NBA embargo for next season. We made it through the playoffs with fewer injuries than 2025. Hopefully this means they are figuring out how to keep players healthy in today's fast-paced game.

Secondly, the 76ers have made a surprising move. It took me some time to understand what the teams are going for. The Celtics issue in the playoffs was they were over-relying on a few players to carry the team. Therefore, I kinda get why they would want to stock up high draft picks and build a stronger future. But man, I thought Jaylen Brown was beloved by the Boston organization and they would never trade him. I get why Boston fans are hurt. Hopefully Paul George has some gas left in the tank and the future draft picks work out. As for the Sixers, those four high draft picks are a big price to pay in my opinion. Bascially giving up five players for one, however the one is Jaylen Brown, an undeniably great player. If this doesn't work out, it will hurt Philly's future. They're going for a championship with their own Big 3 of Embiid, Brown, and Maxey. So yeah, I think I'll watch some NBA action next season after skipping this past year.

In January, on the football thread, Repo wrote:

The 49ers and the Eagles...

49ers by 1.

BUT, I'll be pulling for you guys. I LOVE the city of Philadelphia. (Just don't EVAH' expect me to route for the 76ers!!! �...)

less than an hour ago, Repo wrote:

I want the 76ers to win the NBA championship and Jaylen Brown to get his second Finals MVP. 🏀 🏆 Now THAT would be good copy.

Man, how the tides have turned. What is it about our teams and trading guys named Brown? First we gave you AJ; now you're giving us Jaylen. We both have something to look forward to.

Re: Basketball Megathread

Repo — Fri, 3 Jul 2026 10:21:41 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 07/03/2026 14:21

Repo wrote:

AfterHours wrote:

Could not believe my eyes when I saw that trade! Celtics usually make very good smart moves!

How did they not get a better deal for Jaylen Brown, a roughly top 10 player!?

I am dumbfounded. I honestly don't know how to re-engage with my Celtics rn. 🙁

edit: I don't think I felt this bad about my divorce! �...

Ok. After having a day to process this, here's where I'm at fan-wise. (This is just entertainment/reality tv/soap opera after all & for me its all about who am I routing for & then I dive in.)

I want the 76ers to win the NBA championship and Jaylen Brown to get his second Finals MVP. 🏀 🏆 Now THAT would be good copy.

Re: Basketball Megathread

Repo — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 14:12:22 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 07/02/2026 18:12

AfterHours wrote:

Could not believe my eyes when I saw that trade! Celtics usually make very good smart moves!

How did they not get a better deal for Jaylen Brown, a roughly top 10 player!?

I am dumbfounded. I honestly don't know how to re-engage with my Celtics rn. 🙁

edit: I don't think I felt this bad about my divorce! �...

Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 13:05:18 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 07/02/2026 17:05

Repo wrote:

junodog4 wrote:

Older superstars worry me... While they can change a team, they can also drag them down. Injuries are also a risk.

You mean like Paul George? 🤣 🤣 🤣 ..... 😢 ...... 😢 ...... 🫠

Philadelphia just beat us FAR worse than they did in the playoffs!!! 🤣

This is literally WORSE than the Luka trade. We just made our rivals the 76ers FAR, FAR better.

I never thought in a million years that I would ever route for the 76ers, BUT I think I just might. Like why not. I really like Edgecomb AND Maxey and of course JB. AND, I lived in Philly for 5 years and loved it there. So....

JB vs. JT would be epic, BUT I honestly don't think my Celtics stand a chance. We seriously just made the 76ers a contender.

At least Knicks vs. 76ers vs. LeBron + (CLE or MIA) will be very interesting.

I really can't beleive this just happened. I'm honestly in shock. Someone should check in on me latter today. �...

Could not believe my eyes when I saw that trade! Celtics usually make very good smart moves!

How did they not get a better deal for Jaylen Brown, a roughly top 10 player!?

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Re: Basketball Megathread

Repo — Thu, 2 Jul 2026 10:09:50 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 07/02/2026 14:09

junodog4 wrote:

Older superstars worry me... While they can change a team, they can also drag them down. Injuries are also a risk.

Re: Basketball Megathread

junodog4 — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 20:16:02 GMT

Author: junodog4

Posted: 06/30/2026 00:16

Older superstars worry me... While they can change a team, they can also drag them down. Injuries are also a risk.

Giannis to the Heat is huge - but it could weigh them down.

On a similar note, Kawhi back to the Raptors rumours worry me as a Raps fan. I guess it depends on what they give up.

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Repo — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 15:06:28 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 06/23/2026 19:06

Whew! So happy that my Celtic Nation missed out on Giannis. Giannis is amazing, but he's an OLD 31 because of his physically demanding style of play. I view him like I would a running back in the NFL.

When's the last time Giannis had a meaningful playoffs? Was it 2021? Five years is FOREVER in the NBA.

I'm for keep the Js together and finding a GREAT 5. Not just a serviceable one who actually overachieved in the regular season like this year. Our 5s were exposed in the playoffs against Philly.

Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:35:58 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 06/18/2026 16:35

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Skap is a bit hyperbolic for entertainment and clicks, but nevertheless the hypocrisy he points out is absolutely valid.

Also, this is not meant as me in any way trying to knock down Brunson, who’s performance was awesome and very deserving of Finals MVP and all his flowers, and who is very much the kind of player and mentality I respect and like the most.

Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:16:54 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 06/16/2026 20:16

Even though I was rooting for the Spurs, it wasn’t by much, and I do think it’s great for the NBA (and ultimately maybe even for Wembys development) that the Knicks won and in the way they did it.

But I wanted the Spurs more because I really like how they’ve constructed their team (much more reminiscent of the previous 2000-2010 era or 90s with an added dosage of the 3 ball) and just get excited about the greats of the NBA and who’s next — and Wemby certainly appears to be next if he can just improve on some of his flaws and maintain health.

Seeing the Knicks win wasn’t much of a “loss”. Really liked their team and how they truly came together for the playoffs. Love how they played in the finals, how clutch they were, their heart, and Brunson has some Kobe and Iverson in him which is always welcome in today’s NBA. That final 45 pt game was one for the ages.

Re: Basketball Megathread

junodog4 — Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:16:15 GMT

Author: junodog4

Posted: 06/15/2026 04:16

The Spurs aren't there yet mentally. They are close, and because they are so young, we should be seeing them in the final again and again.

For those who compare Wemby/Shai to Magic/Bird - it's way harder to keep dynasties together now. One can hope that the Spurs and Thunders will be slugging it out for the west for years...

Good for the Knicks. I don't see them doing this again - Spurs are only getting better, and Thunder will get healthy. Also, the east will get tougher as the Pacers get healthy, and the Cavs, Pistons and Celtics will be back. The Raptors and Hawks should be improving as well, and I'm not even factoring where Giannis ends up.

I'm happy for Brunson and the Nova Knicks. I'm happy for Anunoby. Covid was tough on Towns - he deserves this. It's also been 50+ years for NY.

Which franchise is the next one to be overdue? Kings? Hawks? Clippers?

Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:49:21 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 06/12/2026 02:49

You’re probably right Repo! Don’t mind me, I’ve been wrong just about every step of the way this year!

(Gf in the background: just this year??? 🤣 )

Re: Basketball Megathread

Repo — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 19:28:27 GMT

Author: Repo

Posted: 06/11/2026 23:28

Nah. That's it for this year. I don't see how the Spurs can mentally rebound from that one. VERY interesting series though!!!

The spurs will be back obvs. They are soooo fricken young. Glad the Knicks r gonna take it this year! Just an epic comeback too!

Re: Basketball Megathread

AfterHours — Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:06:23 GMT

Author: AfterHours

Posted: 06/11/2026 22:06

OG Anunoby in lead for Finals MVP

Tempting to say Brunson with his clutch shot making throughout and near 30 PPG, while being heart and soul and leader of the team — and I think he has a case for all these reasons — but he is also shooting just under 40% for the series so far and probably will need to clean that up to like .425-plus to have a shot over Anunoby (plus OGs defense has been valuable, something you can’t say for Brunson, and OG also has what will likely become among the most iconic shots in Finals history with his last second tip in, especially if assuming the Knicks go on to win the championship).

Wemby probably next in line right now despite being down 3-1 … if the Spurs can somehow recover…

I still think the Spurs can pull this off, if they can manage to get over that collapse — 2 of 3 at home and they have to remain confident in themselves that they were dominating that game before going stupid, and have had pretty much just as legit a claim to all 4 games as the Knicks have. So if they can psych themselves back into it, with Wemby leading the way, and not play such dumb basketball, they can still do it.

Obviously odds are against it and the Knicks should take this in 6, maybe even 5 if this Spurs loss is just too deflating and they lay an egg at home.

Fascinating series so far! More please! Let’s go 7!