The Official NBA 2014-2015 Discussion (Predictions)

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  1. fanatic

    fanatic Habitual Line Stepper

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    I think OKC is targeting Donovan, but remember what happened the last time he was hired by an NBA team. He has obviously has more talent to work with in OKC than Orlando, so maybe that will be the deciding factor.
     
    fanatic, Apr 22, 2015
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  2. lsu99

    lsu99 whashappenin

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    Other than PPG, what category is most impressive to lead the NBA?

    Rebounds is a big one. Blocks also has the hidden effect of altering shots. Assists is the other category most would consider and generally has more of a positive effect than only the actual assists.

    Another angle to the question is "If you could pick the league leader in any non-PPG category to start a team, which would it be?"
     
    lsu99, Apr 22, 2015
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  3. tirk

    tirk im the lyrical jessie james

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    PER- Player Efficiency Rating.

    Hollinger Player Projections - All Players
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    Anthony Davis
    2014-15 Current PER: 30.89
    League Average Comparison: +15.89
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 26.54

    Scouting report + Most promising player under 25 in NBA. On cusp of national prominence + Budding offensive game. Added shooting range in second season + Le ... Complete Profile

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    Stephen Curry
    2014-15 Current PER: 28.06
    League Average Comparison: +13.06
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 24.13

    Scouting report + Elite shooter; the game's premier shooter + Underrated passing and vision but turnover-prone + Good defensive IQ and quick hands but susp ... Complete Profile

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    James Harden
    2014-15 Current PER: 26.76
    League Average Comparison: +11.76
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 23.51

    Scouting report + Super-efficient perimeter scorer with a knack for high-percentage play. + Plays deliberately and under control to post elite foul-drawing ... Complete Profile

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    Chris Paul
    2014-15 Current PER: 26.04
    League Average Comparison: +11.04
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 25.98

    Scouting report + The gold standard for point guard play in the NBA. + Elite pick-and-roll and iso threat. + Defensive gambler, but cunning with quick hands ... Complete Profile

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    LeBron James
    2014-15 Current PER: 26.01
    League Average Comparison: +11.01
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 29.40

    Scouting report + Remains the NBA's best player. + Has three straight seasons with usage rate over 30 percent, a ... Complete Profile


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    Blake Griffin
    2014-15 Current PER: 22.86
    League Average Comparison: +7.86
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 23.98

    Scouting report + Explosive above-the-rim finisher. + Excellent passer from the elbows. + Improved but still less than exemplary defender. Analysis ... Complete Profile

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    LaMarcus Aldridge
    2014-15 Current PER: 22.84
    League Average Comparison: +7.84
    Projected PER: 0.00
    2013-14 PER: 21.84

    Scouting report + One of the league's most well-rounded big men. + Elite midrange jump shooter, dangerous in the post. + Prefers playing power forward. Mov ... Complete Profile
     
    tirk, Apr 22, 2015
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  4. islstl

    islstl Playoff committee is a group of great football men Staff Member

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    CP3 just can't get a big shot to fall in these playoffs. End of regulation, hit the fucking shot and go to SA 2-0. End of story. Blake Griffin is just not that player either. Lose the ball without getting off a shot in a most critical juncture of the game? Yikes.

    I feel for Clipper fans. I really do.
     
    islstl, Apr 23, 2015
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  5. Bengal B

    Bengal B Founding Member

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    Griffin had a triple double but got tired in ot. It was 80 year old Tim Duncan who played 43 minutes.
     
    Bengal B, Apr 23, 2015
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  6. LSUMASTERMIND

    LSUMASTERMIND Founding Member

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    its something about his game, i just dont like, but i dont know what it is. Like he doesnt have command in big moments, like a Parker or Rose.
     
    LSUMASTERMIND, Apr 23, 2015
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  7. islstl

    islstl Playoff committee is a group of great football men Staff Member

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    at this point in his career, it's definitely got to be in his head that he simply can't get it done in crunch time

    he's a great player for the first 46 minutes, no doubt
     
    islstl, Apr 23, 2015
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  8. tirk

    tirk im the lyrical jessie james

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    Weren't yall the 2 chumps who wanted deron Williams.
     
    tirk, Apr 23, 2015
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  9. shane0911

    shane0911 Helping lost idiots find their village

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    It's gonna be Donavan, Damnit Sam Presti had one job, just one damn job.
     
    shane0911, Apr 23, 2015
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  10. Bengal B

    Bengal B Founding Member

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    I hope you're right. I heard that if Donovan leaves Florida is going to hire Anthony Grant. Gives LSU a better shot at beating the Gaytors.
     
    Bengal B, Apr 23, 2015
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