8 PM start on a Sunday...uh, okay. Toronto has been pure trash this last month or so & no FVV or Anunoby tonight for the Tampa Raptors. Lowry is back after missing some time with a toe infection.
Let's keep the mojo going from Friday night's ballsy win! I'm guessing the starters will be Payton, Bullock, RJ, Julius, & Noel. LFG!
Also, I was flipping back & forth earlier between the Masters & Cs-Nuggets. Boston went on a 31-3 run (yes, you read that right) to beat Denver by double digits. The Nuggets bench was pure trash to end the 3rd/start the 4th & the starters weren't much better when Malone sent them back in. We're 1 1/2 back of Boston for the 7th seed.
That's why it's the hardest sport to watch. Consistently inconsistent
Listen, I agree. But when the opposing team scores a quick 5 points off of clear fouls (moving screens) what hell are you supposed to do? The worst officiating of any sport, by a really large margin. The NBA game today makes absolutely zero sense.
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I have no idea what NBA refs even call anymore. All calls are completely subjective in this sport.
That's why it's the hardest sport to watch. Consistently inconsistent
Yup, I don’t even get pissed anymore. It’s just a joke. I’ll watch it sporadically these days just because I love the Knicks, but the refs make themselves too much a part of the game. The refs subjective officiating is what decides the outcomes of games, not the teams.
And...Noel has the worst hands in the history of the NBA.
Too late, he already is.
Bullock is a hard nosed defender. Limited player but never cheats the fans by half adding it
Would you throw money at Ball and Trent?
Ball, Trent, Rj, Randle, Mitch, is not to bad
Would you throw money at Ball and Trent?
Ball, Trent, Rj, Randle, Mitch, is not to bad
I just hate going after RFAs so much. You have basically 0 power throughout the process and it usually doesn't end well.
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to match anything for Trent?
Would you throw money at Ball and Trent?
Ball, Trent, Rj, Randle, Mitch, is not to bad
I just hate going after RFAs so much. You have basically 0 power throughout the process and it usually doesn't end well.
yeah i do to, but the best free agents are restricted this year, not counting Kawhi
Ja seems to have stepped back which is strange, but Zion is taking a leap it seems like. Points the last 7 games: 38, 37, 16, 34, 28, 38, 39
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as the best among Zion, Ja and RJ. I think we're now seeing why RJ was so highly regarded. He's turning into a real pro with all the skills and killer instinct.
Ja seems to have stepped back which is strange, but Zion is taking a leap it seems like. Points the last 7 games: 38, 37, 16, 34, 28, 38, 39
No question on Zion's talent, I just think he's an injury risk. If he's not, no question he'll be beasting.
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as the best among Zion, Ja and RJ. I think we're now seeing why RJ was so highly regarded. He's turning into a real pro with all the skills and killer instinct.
Ja seems to have stepped back which is strange, but Zion is taking a leap it seems like. Points the last 7 games: 38, 37, 16, 34, 28, 38, 39
They are basically playing him at point, he has the ball in his hands basically every time down on offense
Seems like we could use an offensive big.
Would you throw money at Ball and Trent?
Ball, Trent, Rj, Randle, Mitch, is not to bad
Wouldn't mind those moves at all. That's a young core to build around with picks and we can move guys if a star wants in. Rather slightly overpay ascending under 25 yo talent than spend 2/50 on Lowry tbh.
Zion is in the 15-20 range most of the time. Sometimes even less. But his efficiency is off the charts. Almost 62% shooting percentage. Plus, he gets to the line a lot.
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RJ is getting 10-15. He needs a lot more to get to 30 points.
Zion is in the 15-20 range most of the time. Sometimes even less. But his efficiency is off the charts. Almost 62% shooting percentage. Plus, he gets to the line a lot.
Wow. You're right. His efficiency is crazy.
But RJ is already really really good. And he is constantly getting better. He's going to develop into an all star caliber player and he was absolutely the right pick. This is not a Knox or Frank situation where better players were taken later. He's the right guy and a cornerstone player.
I def think that RJ could end up the second best player in the draft. Ja is solid for sure, but i havent seen anything that makes me think he is a lock star that RJ could never reach. The improvements that RJ has made in one season (despite not getting a full season last year, weird offseason with covid, etc..) is amazing. We all said that if he could improve his shooting he had star (superstar?) potential. Well he has def improved it.
I've been really impressed with his vision and dishing these past few games as well as his shot selection.
As for Noel, he's been a great addition. I don't know how much I want to pay for him going forward, as he and Mitch have basically the same skillset, but if you can get both of them long term, while still bringing in a max player, then I would love to keep him.
Would you throw money at Ball and Trent?
Ball, Trent, Rj, Randle, Mitch, is not to bad
I like it a lot. Its always ricky with restricted free agents, but I would much rather "steal" a young player away on his 2nd contract then sign an older player.
But I would love to come away this summer with Ball and Trent Jr. It would be very surprising if the Knicks rolled the cap space over another year...
I agree with this 100 pct. There will probably be a time when RJ could be the focal point of the offense. But right now, Randle does a good job of shouldering that load and yes, that leaves RJ in a perfect spot where he's getting plenty of opportunities without the pressure of being "The guy" every time down the court.
Ball (23), Trent (22), RJ (20), Randle (26), Mitch (23). Like i think that team can be a top 4 seed in the east and they are still kids. Does Randle or RJ become the kind of guy that can lead them to a finals, who knows, but id take my chances with that lineup.