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greypencils:
Now you know! You guys are done.

You didn't watch the game

Warriors fans can get emotional ehn. Na wah o

Steph Curry wants to stat pad now, lol

The good thing is we got home court advantage, and this refereeing crew won't call another game in this series. Lord knows we won't shoot 9 FTs in 3 quarters at home even if na jazz. Pack it up an head back to Crypto. I don't want to see any starter playing in the 4th quarter.

This game is done and dusted. You're not erasing an 18 point lead against the Warriors in Chase Center.

Lol. Tomorrow when the Lakers are up by 8 in the 2nd quarter, someone will rush here and say the Warriors have no chance against them.

steady986:
I know that the refs body would look at the box score and try to be more lenient to the Warriors in game 2. That's just how these things work sadly.

Who would have thought?

Zero FT attempts and the 2nd quarter is almost over. Tony Brothers and Eric Lewis, how far na?

We're shooting better in this game. That's a good sign.

donlittle25:
he no they cook anything. he sick

No be only sick We know Kerr

J. Green in the starting lineup over Looney. I don't think any team has ever made Steve Kerr do that. But what's the rationale of going smaller though? What's Steve Kerr cooking?

This is more like the Harden we've grown accustomed to these days.

Tinneh:
Putting troy brown on curry is a disaster waiting to happen, I think they was a moment in the game that he failed to get across a screen quickly which resulted to a wide open 3 for a GSW player

Honestly, no one is perfect in guarding Steph. Steph will still do his thing. One mistake and you're punished. Troy has a few inches on Curry which can come in handy, and he's quick with his feet. And he'll knock down 3s at a higher rate than Vanderbilt.

donlittle25:
I didn’t see any bad calls.

Them pursue curry like thief sha. Be like say that guy took a page from Dellavedova.

He just gum body with curry

I know that the refs body would look at the box score and try to be more lenient to the Warriors in game 2. That's just how these things work sadly.

birdman:
Ham did the right thing. That was a bait, to make Lakers go small as well. And that would have been a mistake because the Lakers strength is their size, while the Warriors strength is small ball. That run ended with the Lakers bigs reasserting themselves in the paint. Even when the Lakers didnt score by going into the paint, it still slowed down the game enough for defense to setup on the other end.

You are NOT going to stop the Warriors from making runs. Best you can do is absorb it, dont panic and stick to the game plan. Ham's rotation was actually key here. Again, I saw that Reaves/Lebron combo which I think has potential.

A lot of analysts talked about this and I agree. The best we can do is take Vanderbilt out and replace with someone like Brown.

Afromentalist:
Baba this is just what I indicated previously but some people here are hellbent on promoting the narrative that this series is a wrap for LA

The series is far from over. Just like the Grizzlies in game 2, I expect the Warriors to come back even stronger in game 2.

etidy:
Omo series don over.
Draymond just dy burn calories, I still felt it was a mistake by lacob not to at least trade for a big man during the season. You can't solely depend on looney and draymond two undersized big men especially since you traded Wiseman away.

You need someone that can play just even 5 mins and commit hard fouls.

The Lakers are just too balanced. I think stever kerr needs to say Bleep it and play four wings with looney or draymond and hope for shooting to catch fire.
Another thing is AD is locked in today, tomorrow him fit dy behave like ode.

The refereeing in both games today also get k leg. The warriors had 6 free throws and Lakers like 40+ , how is that possible? In a playoff games na so Lakers defense perfect reach?

That person is supposed to be Kuminga. I'm surprised Kerr chose J. Green over him.

Lol. I knew I would see someone complain about the FT disparity. One might be surprised when they look at the box score, but if you watched the game you'd really not have much to complain about. Barring one or 2 calls, I think the refs did a good job.

I'm surprised no one is talking about the obvious coaching disparity in this series. Steve Kerr is an OG in this game and Ham is a rookie. We saw how Steve Kerr removed Looney from the game down the stretch and played Dray at the 5 with 3 shooters and Wiggins at the 4. What happens? They go on a 14-0 run as a result.

I really don't trust Ham to be a key factor in this series. It's all down to those on the court.

That was scary as hell

Lol, people are still deliberating this underdog sh*t? Just watch the game and enjoy it man.

Our second made 3 is coming in the 3rd quarter. Na wah o.

Our perimeter needs to step up, both on the offensive and defensive. Start making some 3s. Close down shooters. And stop leaving Jamychal Green open.

We need to start shooting and making 3s or else this thing would be over very quickly. We've made just one so far and we're very lucky to still be in touching distance.

I don't like Schroder guarding Steph. I need someone bigger.

Me relaxing while I watch others decide whether the Lakers are the underdog or not.

birdman:
steady, they have already started saying Lakers are the favorite . Ha people, please fear God!
[b]Defending champs full squad, no injuries, versus a team put together in the last 2 months, with one superstar almost retiring, is now favorite. Lol!! So Vegas no sabi bball again? [/b]The excuses continue.

This is going to be tough. The main issue with warriors is they have a squad that has played together a long time, they know their rotation, all players know each other. I dont see what rotation Lakers could throw together that would slow down ball movement. This series, Lebron/AD will have find some magic. The role players cant possibly win this

My brother I tire o. At least Vegas is putting their money where their mouth is.

benji93:
Fair point. Even though I want to, I cannot argue with this. . But stop running away, the discussion was on whether Lebron was Old or not. Don't bring that nonsense here. Some folks like @Birdman even dey round am up to 40, to make him even look older. That's unacceptable.

But is 38 not old enough for you people? You people still scrutinize my guy at 38 the same way you scrutinized him at 28. Yes the series is LeBron vs Steph based on name and history between the two, but if you expect LeBron to be trading buckets with Steph in this series then you're in for a disappointment AD is the man now

Afromentalist:
These are the odds from bookmakers.

Wow, the Warriors are the overwhelming favourites.

benji93:
Dem don come again ooo with their underdog narrative. Lebron is Old. If i didn't know better I would think he's 10 years older than Curry. If you are old retire.

Abi na you be the underdog? No be you be defending champion?

etidy:
bro. I think the Lakers are more complete and balanced sha.
LeBron and warriors be like Madrid of NBA, they may not be the most talented team left in the playoffs but their experience and mental edge is too much, I don't see the Nuggets or Celtics beating them. The best bet to stop them na if Durant go god mode

Our perimeter players have to run their asses off to keep up with Steph, Klay and Poole. And AD has always had it difficult with Dray. I hope he steps up this time. This series will be one of the most watched in NBA history.

etidy:
NBA ratings about to go through the roof.
Lakers Vs warriors. LeBron Vs Steph.. must see tv

It's Austin Reaves vs Steph. LeBron is old

Steph attempted 38 shots today. Damn