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Jul 8, 2019 at 12:12 PM

SteveWallacesHelmet
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Yahoo Sources: Los Angeles Lakers intend to move LeBron James to the starting point guard position. https://t.co/is6BPo5W0q
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 8, 2019

But Bron said he doesnt want to play on the ball anymore. Riiiiiiight. Same s**t different year.

[ Edited by SteveWallacesHelmet on Jul 8, 2019 at 12:12 PM ]

Jul 8, 2019 at 12:15 PM

#1892

Bluefalcon61
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Originally posted by kidash98:
Originally posted by ninerfan4life:
Lol at anyone who actually thinks the NBA is better than NFL

In the US, you're right.

Worldwide? It's the NBA and it's not even close.

No one gives a f**k about the NFL outside of North America and the US expat/overseas military population.

but worldwide popularity and generated revenues are not the same thing

Jul 8, 2019 at 12:17 PM

#1893

GoreGoreGore
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Originally posted by SteveWallacesHelmet:
Yahoo Sources: Los Angeles Lakers intend to move LeBron James to the starting point guard position. https://t.co/is6BPo5W0q
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 8, 2019

But Bron said he doesnt want to play on the ball anymore. Riiiiiiight. Same s**t different year.

Its a great idea, we even discussed in the lakers thread a couple days ago. Either that or have Rondo play 30+ min a night.

And its best for the team. Unless you think we have a better PG capable than Bron.

Bron
Green
Kuzma
Davis
Boogie

Thats our best 5, gotta figure out a way to get them all on the floor.

Jul 8, 2019 at 12:21 PM

#1894

sacniner
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Originally posted by SteveWallacesHelmet:

Yahoo Sources: Los Angeles Lakers intend to move LeBron James to the starting point guard position. https://t.co/is6BPo5W0q
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 8, 2019

But Bron said he doesnt want to play on the ball anymore. Riiiiiiight. Same s**t different year.

I think it's the right move for LAL. Bron has a lot to prove this year and should have a chip on his shoulder.

Their starting five is raw as hell, especially if Boogie goes back to pre-quad injury form.

Jul 8, 2019 at 12:35 PM

#1895

SteveWallacesHelmet
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Originally posted by TheGore49er:
Its a great idea, we even discussed in the lakers thread a couple days ago. Either that or have Rondo play 30+ min a night.

And its best for the team. Unless you think we have a better PG capable than Bron.

Bron
Green
Kuzma
Davis
Boogie

Thats our best 5, gotta figure out a way to get them all on the floor.

I think its the right move considering how the team is constructed. Just find it funny that Bron has specifically stated he wants to play off the ball.

As far as the Rondo comment of yours goes, I agree with you there too. I just think that the signing was dumb in and of itself if he isnt going to be playing much.

Jul 8, 2019 at 12:44 PM

#1896

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Originally posted by sacniner:
The NFL dominates TV ratings (which is the revenue driver) because it's only 20 weeks or so. I think in terms of year around relevancy, interest, NBA dominates now.

It's not a coincidence that ratings for the big three have all declined in the last ten years. Attentions spans are shorter. The leagues will need do find creative ways to make revenue, and the NBA is doing that. Their star power is unmatched.

Ratings dropping is a misnomer. They don't count streamers in the ratings. This includes Vue, Hulu+, Sling people I believe. Cable subscription is down everywhere because stream services offer the same channels for much cheaper and no contracts. Actual viewership isn't down and some who have tried to compute numbers on streamers believe it is actually up (this is for all sports).

Jul 8, 2019 at 12:49 PM

#1897

sacniner
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Originally posted by DaBum:
Ratings dropping is a misnomer. They don't count streamers in the ratings. This includes Vue, Hulu+, Sling people I believe. Cable subscription is down everywhere because stream services offer the same channels for much cheaper and no contracts. Actual viewership isn't down and some who have tried to compute numbers on streamers believe it is actually up (this is for all sports).

Interesting... do you have links that discuss game viewership increasing? I have never heard that before, and based on friends/family, it seems as if people watch less full games in general.

Jul 8, 2019 at 1:54 PM

#1898

SteveWallacesHelmet
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Originally posted by sacniner:

Originally posted by DaBum:
Ratings dropping is a misnomer. They don't count streamers in the ratings. This includes Vue, Hulu+, Sling people I believe. Cable subscription is down everywhere because stream services offer the same channels for much cheaper and no contracts. Actual viewership isn't down and some who have tried to compute numbers on streamers believe it is actually up (this is for all sports).

Interesting... do you have links that discuss game viewership increasing? I have never heard that before, and based on friends/family, it seems as if people watch less full games in general.

NBA finals ratings are down this year, but that can also be attributed to the fact that only 50% of the fans of teams in the Finals were counted in the ratings. Thats huge.

Jul 8, 2019 at 2:25 PM

#1899

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Story filed to ESPN: In aftermath of Paul George's departure, OKC star Russell Westbrook is welcoming to idea of Sam Presti engineering a trade that would bring an end to his illustrious 11-year Thunder tenure. Miami's expressed interest, a destination that appeals to Westbrook.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 8, 2019

Wrong FL team

[ Edited by NYniner85 on Jul 8, 2019 at 2:25 PM ]

Jul 8, 2019 at 2:32 PM

#1900

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Knicks or really any team that has no chance to bring in all-stars via FA should be all over getting Westbrook

Jul 8, 2019 at 2:42 PM

#1901

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Clippers depth chart ain't playing y'all.

PG: Patrick Beverley
SG: Landry Shamet
SF: Kawhi Leonard
PG: Paul George
C: Ivica Zubac

PG: Lou Williams
SG: Rodney MacGruder
SG: Moe Harkless
PF: JaMychal Green
C: Montrezl Harrell

Jul 8, 2019 at 2:52 PM

#1902

StOnEy333
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I wonder how Butler feels about Westbrook trying to jump on in Miami.

Jul 8, 2019 at 2:56 PM

#1903

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Originally posted by NYniner85:
Story filed to ESPN: In aftermath of Paul George's departure, OKC star Russell Westbrook is welcoming to idea of Sam Presti engineering a trade that would bring an end to his illustrious 11-year Thunder tenure. Miami's expressed interest, a destination that appeals to Westbrook.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) July 8, 2019

Wrong FL team

Been saying that as well. I actually think he's a good fit for the Magic.

[ Edited by Willisfn4life on Jul 8, 2019 at 2:56 PM ]

Jul 8, 2019 at 3:18 PM

#1904

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Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:
Clippers depth chart ain't playing y'all.

PG: Patrick Beverley
SG: Landry Shamet
SF: Kawhi Leonard
PG: Paul George
C: Ivica Zubac

PG: Lou Williams
SG: Rodney MacGruder
SG: Moe Harkless
PF: JaMychal Green
C: Montrezl Harrell

They're loaded at Guard and Forward positions. I fully expect them to do something about Center position. Can't expect Zubac and Harrell to play all the minutes at center in playoffs against elite big men.

Jul 8, 2019 at 3:25 PM

#1905

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Originally posted by 4ML:
Originally posted by Phoenix49ers:
Clippers depth chart ain't playing y'all.

PG: Patrick Beverley
SG: Landry Shamet
SF: Kawhi Leonard
PG: Paul George
C: Ivica Zubac

PG: Lou Williams
SG: Rodney MacGruder
SG: Moe Harkless
PF: JaMychal Green
C: Montrezl Harrell

They're loaded at Guard and Forward positions. I fully expect them to do something about Center position. Can't expect Zubac and Harrell to play all the minutes at center in playoffs against elite big men.

Why not?