Western Conference Playoffs - 2nd Round Discussion Thread

[ProfessaPackMan]

Quote: Originally Posted by TMagic

It feels like KD is no longer his dominant self. It could be because I haven't watched him play much this year, but I don't feel like he's just this unstoppable, best player in the world that completely takes over a game anymore. I don't know what it is, because he still averaged 29 and 5 this year. But something feels off lol Sent from my Pixel 7 Pro using Tapatalk

I’d wager most of this stems from the fact that he’s played like 10 games from the time he was traded to now.

But when he was in Brooklyn, he was still having these types of games. It was a big reason why we got to 1st place in the East before it went downhill.

[jeebs9]

Quote: Originally Posted by ProfessaPackMan

I’d wager most of this stems from the fact that he’s played like 10 games from the time he was traded to now. But when he was in Brooklyn, he was still having these types of games. It was a big reason why we got to 1st place in the East before it went downhill.

He will bounce back. I wouldn't be shocked if he was their leading scorer next game.

PHX problem currently is defense and Hustle. They are getting beat in that area badly. With no CP3 now. It's only going to get a little harder. I expect CP3 is going to miss this series. Groin injuries suck. Ask Booker.

PHX had a free throw problem last night.

[dubcity]

Problem is KD could put up 40 and I could still see them losing now. Phoenix is top heavy with stars, not unlike Brooklyn last year, and the others aren't othering.

[jeebs9]

Quote: Originally Posted by dubcity

Problem is KD could put up 40 and I could still see them losing now. Phoenix is top heavy with stars, not unlike Brooklyn last year, and the others aren't othering.

I think a huge issue last night was the free throw. Only 5 trips?! That's insane. I was so confused looking at the number last night

[illwill10]

"Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul is expected to be re-evaluated in one week after MRI on his groin injury today, sources tell @TheAthletic @Stadium. Suns are preparing to be without Paul through Games 3-5, sources said."

[ProfessaPackMan]

Aight now, they got my attention tonight as I usually don’t do 10:00/10:30 start times during the week but I’ll make an exception for this one as long as it’s a good one lol

[ojandpizza]

GS in 5 lol

[ojandpizza]

Quote: Originally Posted by ProfessaPackMan

Aight now, they got my attention tonight as I usually don’t do 10:00/10:30 start times during the week but I’ll make an exception for this one as long as it’s a good one lol

These late games have been killing me, but at least I’m an hour behind you.