Matthew Rodriguez9 said:You hit the nail on the head there... Honestly, Evans is my absolute lock for today. If I had to bet my life on anything, I’m taking the under on him. Every single time. 🤷
Dana Baker2 said:I get this feeling that if I actually went for this guy... Evans under 17.5. Let's go. If he plays against Dallas, he’s definitely dropping 25. Just saying.😁
Man, Lik is absolutely falling apart right now. He's playing like he's stuck in quicksand or something. I mean, he went out there and let Dallas smoke him for 3? Total disaster. And then he gets back home and it’s even worse—gets rolled by 17. Just a complete and utter meltdown.
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Why all the gloom and doom? Seriously. 😁
Thortona’s out, so looks like we're probably getting Fredette at the shooting guard spot.
So, the Kings skipped practice on Monday, and word is there isn't even a shootaround lined up for Tuesday. Just... nothing. Total radio silence from the coaching staff. Honestly, at this point, I wouldn't be surprised if they just decided to take the whole week off and call it "mental health rest" or whatever they're calling it these days. It’s just weird, man. One day you're grinding, the next you're staring at a blank calendar. Makes you wonder what's actually going on behind closed doors.
So, basically, we’re still stuck in limbo regarding Marcus Thornton’s calf situation. No real news to report, which is just great. Apparently, he was itching to suit up for Sunday night's game, but the training staff pulled the plug—probably just playing it safe, you know how these things go. Still, from what I can gather, Thornton looks like he's almost back to his old self. Almost.
So, looks like Marcus Thornton is probably going to suit up on Tuesday against the Mavs, assuming that calf issue doesn't flare up again. He’s sitting at "probable" right now, which—let's be honest—is just sports-speak for "we're hoping he feels okay, but don't hold your breath." Fingers crossed, I guess.
Look, I’m not saying Thornton is a guaranteed lock to suit up or anything—don't hold your breath—but it’s worth keeping an eye on since he’s been out of the picture for a while. He’s sitting out his fourth game in a row now, which sucks, but he’s actually aiming to get back on the court soon. Fans should probably circle Tuesday on their calendars for the next update, but hey, we'll see if things actually pan out. That’s it for me today... I'm tapping out.
Betting on T. Evans to land under 17.5. Just a hunch, I guess. Don't quote me on it when it goes sideways.
Dallas. Just... Dallas. Honestly, man, sometimes I think about that city and I just feel this heavy, weary sort of exhaustion settling in my bones. It’s one of those places where everything feels a little too big, a little too loud, and way too much about appearances. You ever get that feeling? Like you're walking through a movie set of a "successful" life, but if you look closely at the edges, you can see the plywood and the cheap paint peeling off? That's the vibe for me. It’s all flash and no substance most days, just a relentless grind of trying to prove you've made it while everyone else is doing the exact same thing. Makes you want to just grab a lukewarm coffee, find a quiet corner in some dusty suburb, and disappear from the radar entirely. Just another day in the sprawl.
Hey, Dana Baker2, just checking in on that 2,1275 SS thing. Any word?
Honestly, the Mavs could really use this win. They’ve already played some seriously questionable basketball lately—like, they’re practically throwing their reputation under the bus at this point. And looking at the roster today? Most of the guys should be ready to go. I mean, everyone's available to suit up, except for Odom, obviously. But yeah, they need to get their act together. 😛 )
I’m with you on Evans—he’s my top pick today too. I’ve been keeping an eye on him for a while now, and honestly? The guy looks like he’s playing underwater. He is in absolutely zero form. Look, Dallas got absolutely dismantled in Sacramento about a month ago, and their defense was a total disaster back then. But today? I’m expecting them to actually show up and play some real defense, mostly because they're backed into a corner and have nothing left to lose. Plus, they’ve already proven they can shut Evans down when they actually try. Another thing working in our favor is the likely return of M. Thornton to the starting lineup—I mean, they are playing against the reigning champs, after all. Just another factor to consider.
Just another ball hog.Look, even if he plays like garbage—which, let’s be honest, hasn't exactly been his calling card lately anyway—his team isn't exactly breathing down his neck about it. He’s taking fewer shots every single game, just fading into the background. I’m really hoping he doesn't absolutely lose his mind right now, but hey, that's a risk I'm willing to take. 😬
I guess that’s about it for me today. I'm gonna gracefully skip out on these two rivalry games—honestly, I just don't have the headspace for it. Though, if I'm being real, I've got this nagging feeling the Bulls are just gonna steamroll through without breaking a sweat. 🤷
