Reminder that the Lakers juggernaut who went into the 2021-22 season as big Western Conference favorites among the punditocracy are now **33-53** since then.
To be fair, they came out of 19-20 winning the Bubble championship and looking like they could be a force for years to come. The next year they legit had a very short offseason and a compressed season that didn't help them at all. Then they traded their quality depth for Russ and the inevitable wear and tear on James and Davis and... here we are.
I think my new prediction for the year is that Lebron averages 35+ minutes a game until he breaks Kareem's record, then suddenly gets an injury that can only be rehabbed in Cancun.
Only cos I’ve seen it a few times now, I’ll be that guy:
1. “Here’s how their schedule looks”
2. “Here’s what their schedule looks like”
I *think* those are the two standard English ways to phrase that expression, though, granted, I’m a crusty Gen-X-er, so maybe “here’s how it looks like” is coming into fashion?
Edit: in answer to your question, I think they probably pull 2-3 wins out of that stretch somewhere. Maybe the first one at home 11/4 v Utah? What’s funny about the Pels game is that the Pels will be *extra* motivated to win in order to maximize their chances at Wembanyama. :-)
I can't believe that I would ever think this, but I almost feel sorry for LeBron. The Lakers are so bad. He made his own bed, and he has to lie in it, but damn! Now the Pelicans are gonna get a high lottery pick this year (from LAL) and they are already a handful if healthy. Enjoy your fanless pandemic Chip LA. Your franchise is turning into the new Old Cohen Warriors before our eyes.
But I do really feel sorry for Embiid. He had to deal with Simmons, now he is stuck with Morey, Doc and Harden. Bum luck, Joel. Bum luck.
The Dubs aren't the only 'veteran heavy' team with some early season sluggishness.
I watched the first quarter and a bit of the Nets-Bucks tonight and wow it was pretty horrible basketball. Very dull and ineffective offense and tired lazy slow defense. Giving up shot attempts that teams with a little more giddy-up would have made.
Meanwhile the stacked 76ers lose again and the highlights were pretty low.
Did the NBA send out a memo instructing teams to not play defense until Christmas? All I'm saying is that we don't have a lock on early season ugly.
Agree for almost every player but as usual in his life, Giannis doesn't fit the description. That guy ... not only best player in the world but one of the most consistent. Night in night out as they say.
A guy I don't think about much is Tobias Harris. I used to think he was pretty valuable, seems to know how to score and defend... but why is he so passive? Like 1-5 tonight 3 points in 34 minutes. That doesn't seem like an aberration. I get that he's on a team with some all-time ball hogs, but it's interesting to ask how character might play a role in sports behaviors. I really don't know the guy, just poking around ... thoughts?
Reminder that the Lakers juggernaut who went into the 2021-22 season as big Western Conference favorites among the punditocracy are now **33-53** since then.
https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/32399420/nba-preview-2021-22-power-rankings-projections-breakout-stars-storylines-all-30-teams?platform=amp
And the Pelicans keep licking their chops for Victor…
To be fair, they came out of 19-20 winning the Bubble championship and looking like they could be a force for years to come. The next year they legit had a very short offseason and a compressed season that didn't help them at all. Then they traded their quality depth for Russ and the inevitable wear and tear on James and Davis and... here we are.
Couldn't happen to a more deserving franchise.
lol
https://mobile.twitter.com/NElGHT_/status/1584278095548542976
I think my new prediction for the year is that Lebron averages 35+ minutes a game until he breaks Kareem's record, then suddenly gets an injury that can only be rehabbed in Cancun.
When will the Lakers earn their first win of the season? Here's how their schedule looks like:
10/28- @ Wolves
10/30- vs. Nuggets
11/2- vs. Pelicans
11/4- vs. Jazz
11/6- vs. Cavaliers
11/7- @ Jazz
11/9- @ Clippers
11/11- vs. Kings
11/13- vs. Nets
11/18- vs. Pistons
11/20 vs. Spurs, that's when
Only cos I’ve seen it a few times now, I’ll be that guy:
1. “Here’s how their schedule looks”
2. “Here’s what their schedule looks like”
I *think* those are the two standard English ways to phrase that expression, though, granted, I’m a crusty Gen-X-er, so maybe “here’s how it looks like” is coming into fashion?
Edit: in answer to your question, I think they probably pull 2-3 wins out of that stretch somewhere. Maybe the first one at home 11/4 v Utah? What’s funny about the Pels game is that the Pels will be *extra* motivated to win in order to maximize their chances at Wembanyama. :-)
They might beat the Cavs at home....and I can't wait for that game against the Nets. Comedy gold.
Maybe they beat the kings at home?
Malik Monk will erupt for 50 pts against his former team.
Nuggets beat the Lakers 110-99. Lakers remain winless for the season.
Bruh, why couldn’t Denver have shot 9/34 from 3 against us?
Warriors are the champs, so they have targets on their backs.
At least Harden lost
This never gets old!
Heat beat the Blazers 119-98 and hand Portland their first loss of the season.
He says it’s not serious (maybe one game off?) but after the KD experience “calf strain” will always make me nervous.
Miami's defense and shooting is turning the game into a rout.
I'm glad we are getting them on the back end of their back-to-back. Will gladly accept any advantage right now.
I can't believe that I would ever think this, but I almost feel sorry for LeBron. The Lakers are so bad. He made his own bed, and he has to lie in it, but damn! Now the Pelicans are gonna get a high lottery pick this year (from LAL) and they are already a handful if healthy. Enjoy your fanless pandemic Chip LA. Your franchise is turning into the new Old Cohen Warriors before our eyes.
But I do really feel sorry for Embiid. He had to deal with Simmons, now he is stuck with Morey, Doc and Harden. Bum luck, Joel. Bum luck.
I never ever feel sorry for LeBron.
Doc will be the first to go.
Meanwhile, Nuggets are stomping on the Lakers in the 3rd quarter.
Miami's hitting a bunch of three pointers. If they can keep their lead, they'll hand the Blazers their first loss of the season.
If Bruce Brown is going to be a legit volume >40% 3pt shooter, Denver is going to be a huge problem…
@ Jazz: 0/2
@ Warriors: 3/4
vs. Thunder: 1/3
@ Blazers: 0/1
vs. Lakers: 4/5 (so far)
Heat leading the Blazers 61-56 at halftime.
Lakers and Nuggets tied at 54.
The Dubs aren't the only 'veteran heavy' team with some early season sluggishness.
I watched the first quarter and a bit of the Nets-Bucks tonight and wow it was pretty horrible basketball. Very dull and ineffective offense and tired lazy slow defense. Giving up shot attempts that teams with a little more giddy-up would have made.
Meanwhile the stacked 76ers lose again and the highlights were pretty low.
Did the NBA send out a memo instructing teams to not play defense until Christmas? All I'm saying is that we don't have a lock on early season ugly.
Agree for almost every player but as usual in his life, Giannis doesn't fit the description. That guy ... not only best player in the world but one of the most consistent. Night in night out as they say.
Add Miami to the list. They are 1-3 so far.
A guy I don't think about much is Tobias Harris. I used to think he was pretty valuable, seems to know how to score and defend... but why is he so passive? Like 1-5 tonight 3 points in 34 minutes. That doesn't seem like an aberration. I get that he's on a team with some all-time ball hogs, but it's interesting to ask how character might play a role in sports behaviors. I really don't know the guy, just poking around ... thoughts?
What do you mean by sports behaviors exactly?
Because my first response is how could character not inform behavior
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They “we be the north”
Once got chip off injured Dubs
At least Harden lost
Toronto lies north
KD and Klay were injured
How sad the Dubs lost
This is hard to parse
How do we know your meanings?
At least Harden lost.
Austin Rivers sucks
Russel Westbrook in LA
At least Haren lost
The Dubs can't defend
Who is this Haren you say?
At least Harden lost
Dan Haren pitched
For the Oakland Athletics
At least Harden lost
Haren has no D
Haren pronounced like Karen
Haren like sparring’
Harden lost least in
Weight loss contest in Philly
Mt. Fuji in fall