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    Durant or Westbrook?

    In the past, this was clearly Durant's team and he was the top dog. Now, I'm not so sure. Westbrook looks like he's taken over this club in all aspects and might just be the better lead option moving forward. Durant of course is one of the best (probably the best) scorer in the NBA, but I don't...
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    NBA Rookie Watch

    I'd say for the most part, this class looks like one of the best we've seen in a long time. Towns, Okafor, Kristaps and Cauley-Stein all look like they're going to be big-time players in this league and headline what might end up being of the greatest big men classes ever. The top 2 PG's...
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    Why don't more women care about the WNBA?

    Agreed with this 100%. It's boring to watch. And ultimately, as fans, we watch sports and pro basketball because of the excitement it brings. You just don't get those big time plays or jaw-dropping displays of athleticism in women's pro ball that you do in the men's game. And just like with...
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    Why do you love basketball?

    I got into basketball during the glory years of the Sacramento Kings, back in the early 2000's. Those teams were so much fun to watch and it made basketball so exciting to be apart of. I also played throughout high school and have just been around the game since I was a little kid. I'm also...
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    Opinions on the start of the season?

    Despite the Kings being 1-6, they've shown great improvement to start the year. Unfortunately, the Cousins injury absolutely sapped their ability to compete against an absolutely brutal schedule to start the season. Other than the Memphis and Phoenix game, the team has competed hard and been in...
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    Do you think the All Star game is based on popularity more than skill?

    Absolutely, but I don't think there's necessarily anything wrong with that. The All-star game should have players in it that fans want to see. Most of time, it works out where the best players still get in too, with coaches having a big say at who gets in on the bench. I like the way it is now...
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    Daily Fantasy Sports Thread

    Hello everyone, figured it would be good to have a place where members can post their top plays, or even lineups for the day to help people win some money. I've gotten really into DFS in the past year and would like to share my plays on a daily basis. As for tonight, you're going to want to...
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    Improvements needed for a Championship to the Cavs?

    Cavs are already on the right track. They've been one of the best teams in the NBA the last month when LeBron is healthy, which makes a lot of sense. Can't really blame them for struggling with him hurt; it's kind of difficult to replace the production of a top 3 player in the NBA. But the...
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    What do you guys think of Amar'e Stoudemire joining the Mavs???

    But the Mavs do not have to pay Amare the 23 million, only the Knicks do. I'm not sure the exact terms of the buyout with the Knicks, but he'll only be playing for the minimum salary for Dallas, as they are over the cap. And with that in mind, Amare is GREAT value as an offensive big who can...
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    James Harden Worth The Cost?

    Unless you know he's going up against a horrible match-up, (like a Memphis) Harden should be a play you consider every night. Dude is just putting up monster numbers and is probably the best stat stuffer in the NBA right now. He's as reliable a 30pt scorer as there is in the NBA and even if he...
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    George Karl

    How do you think Karl will change the Kings fortunes around. After messing around with lesser coaches for 8 years after Adelman (although I think Malone could have been great), they finally have someone with pedigree who can get the team to buy into a winning system. And Karl has never gotten an...
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    Does a Championship Define a Players Greatness?

    True, but we have to differentiate players one on one if we want to have discussions like "Who's better? Shaq or Hakeem?" And the reason why Jordan is the unanimous number was his dominance in the playoffs and the finals. His stats are other worldly too, but take away 3 or 4 titles form him and...
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    Who has been your surprise team in the early season?

    Don't agree that the East would be push-overs this season. Cavs, Hawks, Raptors, Bulls and Washington are all legit teams that can play defensive, have depth and legit playoff tested franchise players. I'd put those 5 teams right up with any of the top teams out West. That said, I think the...
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    Who are your contenders for a championship this season?

    The Hawks are for sure a team that will be right in the thick of things in the East playoffs. What's interesting is Al Horford isn't playing nearly as good as he can be, but the team is still doing damn well. Teague and Milsap are easily two of the most underrated players in the league and are...
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    Does a Championship Define a Players Greatness?

    Championships are the equalizer when you start talking about the top 20 players of all-time. It's what separates guys like Tim Duncan and Karl Malone. Malone has one of the greatest statistical peaks ever and was one of the best 2 way players ever, but the fact he never won a title will always...
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