The NBA has always been at the top of the basketball world. One of the league's best catch lines and promo was "Where Amazing Happens." True to that statement, the NBA has many incredible feats being accomplished all the time.  

However, let's not forget that basketball is a game of chance. It's not always about highlights; sometimes bloopers and the worse can also happen. In this article, we'll check out the most remarkable feats and worst bloopers we've seen so far this season: 

Lebron James Passes Kareem Abdul-Jabbar 

Although the Lakers lost to the Golden State Warriors on February 13, 2022, history was made. In the 3rd quarter of that game, James nailed a 3-pointer 28 feet away, making him the new all-time leading regular season and playoffs scorer in the NBA. He surpassed another Laker great, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.  

Many fans and experts expected James to reach that milestone sooner in his career. The only thing they didn't expect was that Lebron James accomplished that feat 181 games fewer. With the way that Lebron is playing, he's bound to break more records set by the legends of the game. 

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The Mighty Have Fallen 

Despite Lebron's excellent play at 37 years old, the Los Angeles Lakers are sitting at the 9th spot in the Western Conference. Many fans wonder how the trio of Lebron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook failed to win more games as projected. The answer simply is chemistry and depth. Since acquiring Russell Westbrook, the Lakers had to give up a lot of assets and money.  

Due to the limitations resulting from that trade, the team could not get more valuable players and instead got a lot of formerly "good players" in veterans. In the NBA, the Lakers have the oldest age average for their players at 30.  

The Lakers are badly losing this season, and the Russell Westbrook experiment has miserably failed. For Lakers fans, you might want to change your NBA finals betting picks for now. The Lakers' chances of making it to the finals are close to zero. The Lakers might not even make it to the playoffs despite Lebron James' strong play. 

Rising to the Top 

Last season, the Chicago Bulls finished 11th in the Eastern Conference. Now, the team is the 2nd best in the East with a 39-23 record. In the Western Conference last season, the Memphis Grizzlies and the Golden State Warriors finished at 8th and 9th, respectively. This season, the Warriors are 43-19 in second place while the Grizzlies are 43-20 in 3rd. Do you see the trend here?  

Teams that weren't doing so well last season are now the strongest ones today. Fans of these franchises are happy that their teams are making a comeback. This year's NBA is one of the most evenly matched up seasons to date. 

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Stephen Curry, the Best Shooter, Makes History 

Believe it or not, Stephen Curry is in a slump when it comes to three-point shooting this season. Steph is averaging a measly 37.6% in threes made and isn't even in the top 10. He isn't even in the top 50 as he's 60th in the league in 3P%. 

Despite a significant drop in his performance, Stephen Curry has shocked the world and broke two major records in 3-point shooting this season. En route to his first all-star MVP award, Stephen Curry dazzled fans by making 16 three-pointers, breaking the record for most threes made in an all-star game. The previous record was set at 9 by Paul George, way back in the 2016 all-star game.  

Perhaps Steph's biggest achievement was before this year's all-star game. In Madison Square Garden against the New York Knicks, Curry broke the record for most 3PM made in the NBA. With 7:34 seconds in the 1st quarter, Stephen Curry hit a contested three to seal the deal. With that shot, Curry surpassed Ray Allen, amassing 2,977 3PM.  

Remember, Steph is doing all these incredible feats while in a shooting slump.  

DeMar DeRozan Beats Out Wilt Chamberlain 

As mentioned earlier, the Bulls are sitting pretty at the 2nd spot in the East. A big reason why the Bulls are dominating is because of DeMar DeRozan. DeRozan is averaging 28.2 per game while shooting at a scorching 51.6%.  

What's more impressive is that most of DeRozan's field goals come from the mid-range. Known as the mid-range king, DeMar DeRozan became the only player in NBA history to have seven games with 35+ points while shooting at an efficient 50%+ FG.  

Once thought of as an unbeatable record set by the great Wilt Chamberlain, DeMar DeRozan has done the impossible. With the Bulls being one of the best teams in the league, DeMar is finally and rightfully in the MVP conversation.  

Conclusion 

This year's NBA season is one of the best. Many underdog teams are doing great while former champions are trailing in their conferences. The moments mentioned above are just a few of the best and worst things to happen this season. 

Boston Celtics will host the Dallas Mavericks at the TD Arena for the NBA Finals (Game 2). Both the teams brought their A-game to the field. But the Celtics emerged victorious in Game 1 with a final score of 107-89. Jaylen Brown (22 points) and Kristaps Porzingis (20 points) led the scoreboard which helped the Celtics secure the win. The Mavericks fell short of 11 points with leading contributions from Luka Doncic (30 points) and PJ Washington (14 points).

We are heading to the NBA Finals 2024 (Game 2) where it's Goliath vs Goliath and it can be anybody's playoff at this point. The Celtics lead by 1-0 with an incredible comeback from Kristaps Porziginis who returned after a 39-day injury layoff and scored 20 points, adding three blocks and six rebounds in 21 minutes. 

The East vs West basketball saga for 2024 will head to its second chapter where anticipation is to the fullest as to who will achieve the win and head to Game 3. Boston will step in as the team leading the playoffs. All eyes will be on Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum, and recently returned Kristaps Porziginis as they aim to move forward with a (2-0) lead for the rest of the playoffs. But all has not been lost as Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic and PJ Washington will look for the win to tie the NBA Finals at (1-1).

 Let's take a look at the squad stats of the champions of Eastern Conference and Western Conference as they go head-to-head against each other in the NBA Finals 2024 (Game 2):

BOSTON CELTICS

Starting lineup:

Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum has scored 16 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 5 assists and 11 rebounds(2 offensive rebounds and 9 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Jaylen Brown

Eastern Conference Finals MVP Jaylen Brown has scored 22 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 2 assists and 6 rebounds(1 offensive rebound and 5 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	23.0
Assists per game	3.6
Rebounds per game	5.5
Steals per game	1.2

 

Derrick White

Derrick White has scored 15 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 5 assists and 2 rebounds(1 offensive rebound and 1 defensive rebound).

Stats per game:

Points per game	20.1
Assists per game	5.2
Rebounds per game	4.2
Steals per game	1.0

 

Jrue Holiday

Jrue Holiday has scored 12 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 5 assists and 8 rebounds(2 offensive rebounds and 6 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	12.5
Assists per game	4.8
Rebounds per game	5.4
Steals per game	0.9

 

Al Horford

Al Horford has scored 10 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 3 assists and 7 rebounds(2 offensive rebounds and 5 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	8.6
Assists per game	2.6
Rebounds per game	6.4
Steals per game	0.6

 

Super-sub : Kristaps Porziginis

Kristaps Porziginis scored 20 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 3 blocks and 6 rebounds(6 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	15.2
Blocks per game	1.9
Rebounds per game	7.2
Steals per game	0.7

 

DALLAS MAVERICKS

Starting lineup:

 Kyrie Irving

Kyrie Irving has scored 12 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 2 assists and 3 rebounds(3 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	25.6
Assists per game	5.2
Rebounds per game	5.0
Steals per game	1.3

 

Luka Doncic

Western Conference Finals MVP Luka Doncic has scored 30 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 1 assist and 10 rebounds(10 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	33.9
Assists per game	9.8
Rebounds per game	9.2
Steals per game	1.4

 

P.J. Washington 

P.J. Washington has scored 14 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 1 assist and 8 rebounds(3 offensive rebounds and 5 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	12.9
Assists per game	1.9
Rebounds per game	5.6
Steals per game	1.0

 

Derrick Jones Jr.

Derrick Jones Jr. has scored 5 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 6 rebounds(2 offensive rebounds and 4 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	8.6
Assists per game	1.0
Rebounds per game	3.3
Steals per game	0.7

 

Daniel Gafford

Daniel Gafford has scored 8 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 1 assist and 3 rebounds(3 offensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	11.0
Assists per game	1.6
Rebounds per game	7.6
Steals per game	0.9

 

Jaden Hardy

Jaden Hardy has scored 13 points in NBA Finals 2024 (Game 1) with 1 assist and 3 rebounds(3 defensive rebounds).

Stats per game:

Points per game	7.3
Assists per game	1.5
Rebounds per game	1.8
Steals per game	0.3

 

 The Dallas Mavericks and Boston Celtics will play on Sunday, June 9 in Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Finals. The game is scheduled for 5 p.m. Pacific time (8 p.m. Eastern time)

Have you ever wondered what NBA players do during their downtime? NBA players have 82 games a season (and more if they make the playoffs), which means that a lot of their time is taken up by playing games, traveling all across the States (and occasionally into Canada), training, working out, and team meetings. This means that the small amount of downtime that NBA players get is important, so it is vital that they make the most out of this limited time. There are a few activities that are popular among NBA players during their downtime that help them temporarily forget about basketball and recharge.

 Rest

Being an NBA player is incredibly demanding, both physically and mentally. Therefore, rest is vital when it comes to downtime. NBA players will spend much of their free time simply relaxing at home, recovering from the demands of the job.

Online Casino Games

Following this, many NBA players like to play different types of games when resting. Games like online casino games can be great fun, allowing NBA players to briefly forget about basketball and enjoy their free time. NBA players do not get many opportunities to visit real-life casinos, so online casinos can be a great alternative and provide the ability to play poker, roulette, blackjack, and other casino games from the comfort of home or on the road. You can also look on review sites for the best online casino bonuses Australia has to take advantage of deals and promotions.

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Practice

Although basketball is a job, it is also a passion for NBA players. Therefore, it is not surprising that many will spend their downtime practicing, whether this is working on their shooting, dribbling, strength training, or improving their fitness.

Family Time

Many basketball fans dream of playing in the NBA, but it is not quite as glamorous as it might seem. NBA players must spend a lot of their time away from home playing an 82-game season (and possibly the playoffs) in cities all over the US and Canada (Toronto). This can take its toll, so it is important that NBA players spend quality time with family at every opportunity.

Business Ventures

You will find that many NBA players also have business ventures on the side. While the star players around the league will make eye-watching money each season that will set them and their families up for life, other NBA players do not earn as much (although many do still have other businesses). Many pursue ventures on the outside that will help them maintain a high standard of living once they hang up the boots.

Community Work

You will frequently see NBA players involved in community and charity work, which is fantastic to see. Of course, this is often part of the contract that they have with their team, but many partake in community work and philanthropic work on their own time. Many NBA players understand how lucky they are and will use their profile and resources to effect positive change in their communities to help those less fortunate.

Mental Wellness

As mentioned, life as an NBA player can be incredibly physically and mentally demanding. NBA players are under enormous pressure to perform to a high standard, and during a time of social media, many experience hate and negative comments. Therefore, it is no surprise that mental wellness is an important part of downtime for players. This can include meditation, mindfulness, spending time with loved ones, and therapy.

Downtime is precious to an NBA player, so it is vital that they have activities that they can turn to that will help them to recharge and recover. The above are a few of the main ways that NBA players do this and activities that help them manage the demands of life in the NBA.

Imagine that you’re watching the greatest basketball match of all time with two of the greatest players. On one side, you’ve got the six-time champion and the utmost competitor Michael Jordan, while on the contrary, there’s Lebron James; the four-time MVP and the most versatile player ever. Who would you bet on? Who would you root for?  Who is better, Michael Jordan vs LeBron James? This petty question has divided fans, players, and analysts for years. We’ll examine the arguments in favor of and against each player to jump to a conclusion. 

Michael Jordan vs Lebron James: Early Careers

In 1984, Michael Jordan was drafted by the Chicago Bulls and played for the team till 1993 he retired from basketball and shifted his focus to baseball for a year for the Birmingham Barons that’s a minor league team affiliated with the Chicago White Sox before returning to the NBA in 1995.

In 2003, LeBron James was drafted by the Cleveland Cavaliers and played for the team till 2010 when he joined Miami Heat from 2010 and played for them till 2014 before returning to the Cavaliers. 

Michael Jordan vs Lebron James Stats 

Michael Jordan and LeBron James are two of the greatest basketball players of all time. Jordan played 1,072 games and scored a total of 32,292 points throughout his career, while James has played 1,421 games and has scored 38,652 points. When it comes to distributing the ball, James has the edge with 10,420 assists compared to Jordan's 5,633. In terms of rebounding, James also has the advantage, grabbing 10,667 rebounds compared to Jordan's 6,672. 

Both players are known for their defensive prowess, with Jordan amassing 2,514 steals and 10,073 blocks, while James has recorded 2,186 steals and 893 blocks. When it comes to shooting percentages, James has a higher field goal percentage at 54.50% compared to Jordan's 50.90%. In terms of three-point shooting, James also has a slight edge with a 34.50% three-point percentage compared to Jordan's 32.70%. However, Jordan has the upper hand in free throw shooting, with an 83.50% free throw percentage compared to James' 73.50%.

Jordan vs. LeBron Accolades

Michael Jordan has won five regular season MVP awards and six NBA Finals MVP awards while Lebron James bagged himself  four regular season MVP awards and four NBA Finals MVP awards. All in all, Jordan has won six NBA championships throughout his career and James has won four. 

Michael Jordan’s Net Worth vs Lebron James’ Net Worth

As of June 2023, Michael Jordan holds a net worth of $2 billion and a major chunk of his fortune has come from his NBA salary, ownership stake in the Charlotte Hornets (which he had sold for approximately $3 billion in June 2023) and endorsement deals from brands like Nike.

LeBron James on the other hand owns a net worth of $1 billion in 2023 and he’s the first active NBA player to become a billionaire. James has earned his major deal from his NBA salary, endorsement deals and investments in multiple businesses like Blaze Pizza and SpringHill Company.

Therefore, Michael Jordan has a higher net worth than LeBron James by about $1 billion.

Michael Jordan says Lebron is the best? Is it True?

This is false information that spread on social media in December 2018 as Michael Jordan has never stated that LeBron James was the greatest basketball player of all time. According to Snopes, the claim originally came from a fake tweet that circulated and was attributed towards Jordan. The tweet read:

"I want to congratulate @KingJames for becoming the greatest player of all time. He has surpassed me in every aspect of the game and I'm happy for him. #GOAT"

There’s no evidence that proves that Jordan ever tweeted or posted about james. In fact, he was always reluctant to make a comparison between himself and the active player as he considers this act as unfair and disrespectful to the other generations and players in basketball NBA history. Michael Jordan personally considers himself as the best player but not of 'all time’

Talking about James, yes, he’s called himself a great player in a footage from TNT which posted a video of Shaquille O’Neal asking Lebron James about being the greatest player of all time after he broke a score record. James replied that he would take himself against anybody that ever played the game and that he always feels like he is the best to ever play the game. Perhaps, this tweet is in no sense somewhat or even related to Michael Jordan.

Therefore, the claim that Michael Jordan said that LeBron James was the greatest basketball player of all time is entirely false and a rumor.

Who is better, Michael Jordan or LeBron James?

Michael Jordan and LeBron James are two of the greatest basketball players of all time. It is difficult to say definitively who is better, as they both have their own strengths and weaknesses. Ultimately, the debate over who’s the better player is a matter of opinion. 

There’s clear consensus, and both players have strong arguments in their favor. It’s enough to note that both Jordan and James are elite in their own ways but I would personally choose Michael Jordan to take the cake for this one as he’s a  more prolific scorer, a better defender, and has won more championships. I have written an article comparing Kobe Bryant and Lebron James similar to Who is better, Michael Jordan or LeBron James. Do check it out. Share what you would choose among the two GOATS in the comments below!

According to a research done by A.T. Kearney, a researcher,, the global sports market currently has a worth of somewhere between $480 billion to $620 billion USD, which makes it one of the best markets to bet on, especially for those that are trying to get into playing lottery tickets online for the first time.

But before you start betting, you have to take a close look at the best sports games to bet on. Don’t know which games are the best ones to go with if you are into betting? Don’t worry, we got you!

We have listed down some of the best sports games that you or any beginners need to bet on if they are planning to get into online gambling!

5 Best Sports Games To Bet On

1. The NFL (National Football League)

If you are into American Football, then obviously we are going to recommend the NFL to you, considering that this game has the biggest annual revenue out of all the sports out there.

Right now, it is estimated that this sport alone is capable of generating more than $10 billion USD on a yearly basis, and for betters, that is just heaven because the more the game brings, the bigger the prizes are if they get into betting.

• The NBA (National Basketball Association)

The NBA is arguably one of the most watched sports in this world, considering that this sport alone generates over $6 to $9 billion USD on a yearly basis, which just makes it very profitable if you are into betting.

Currently the NBA has 30 teams and according to rumors and reports, the heads of the NBA are trying to expand the league in the upcoming years, making it one of the most active and biggest sports leagues in the world.

• UEFA Champions League

In the UEFA Champions League, the best of the best teams across the globe from the biggest leagues are invited to compete against each other so one winner could be declared, which is the team that gets to be called the best in the world.

A lot of people do not know this but the UEFA Champions League has one of the best revenues, with total revenue of the 2020/21 season was 2.8 billion euros, making it one of the best sports leagues to bet on if you are a beginner.

• Golf

If you want to go with the big boys and really go hard mode with your bettings, then you want to take a look at the Golf market

For those that have no clue how big this game is, Golf directly drove $84.1 billion in economic activity across the U.S. in 2016 alone. To back that data up, the numbers were released according to a study commissioned by the World Golf Foundation, which makes it one of the biggest games in the world right now to bet on.

• College Basketball

Betting on college basketball can be an exciting and potentially profitable experience for sports fans. With a wealth of information available, a variety of betting options, and highly competitive odds, bettors can make informed decisions and potentially earn consistent profits. The popularity of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, also known as March Madness, adds an extra layer of excitement and potential for big payouts. However, it is important to bet responsibly and within one's means. You can also seek advice from betting experts and check Doc's buying points advice, which is something that interests the most people when it comes to betting on college basketball.

• Baseball (MLB)

The last one on our list is MLB, considering it racks up more numbers and earnings compared to other sports.

As of writing this, the combined revenue of all Major League Baseball teams was 9.56 billion U.S. dollars, which makes it highly profitable if you are planning to bet on this sport. The amount of money you can make from this sport after you know how it works is just amazing! Do you think we missed out any important sports games to bet on this 2022 for beginners in the article that we made above? Let us know what we missed out by leaving a comment in the comments section below!

The NBA is one of the most unpredictable sports competitions in the world. However, fans that like betting on it are often looking for close to a sure thing when it comes to the playoffs.

The real unpredictability in the NBA starts when the playoffs get underway, as the sides that are in the top positions in the Eastern and Western conferences do battle.

In case you are considering taking on NBA betting, you might want to check the latest NBA Betting Odds at edge.twinspires.com/nba/odds/.

Anyway, which teams are among the safest bets to reach the playoffs in the 2021-22 season?

Brooklyn Nets

It would be hard to start anywhere else when assessing the best chances to make the playoffs. The Brooklyn Nets were considered favourites to win the NBA last season following the addition of James Harden.

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However, their season eventually fell apart in the post season, as they were beaten by the Milwaukee Bucks in seven games in the conference semi-finals. This season they are looking extremely strong once again, in an Eastern Conference that looks wide open when it comes to playoff spots.

The Nets have won ten from 14 games that they have played, and have been strong both home and away. They have won four times in Brooklyn so far this season, and six times away from home. Obviously, we are still at a very early stage of the season, but the early indications are very good for this leading NBA chance to reach the playoffs this season.

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Los Angeles Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers boast one of the most impressive rosters in the NBA, which means it will come as no surprise that they are one of the safest bets to reach the playoffs this season. The Lakers won the NBA title in the 2019-20 season but were very disappointing in the post-season the last term.

They failed to make it past the first round of the playoffs, as they were beaten by the Phoenix Suns. It was the first time in the career of Lebron James that he was knocked out of the playoffs at the early stage. It was also the worst playoff performance by a defending champion since the San Antonio Spurs in the 2014-15 season.

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There is still work for the Lakers to do this season though, as they are down in seventh after 14 games of the new season. They have been slightly too easy to beat so far this term, having lost on six occasions and having won just eight times. Away performances will certainly need to improve, as they have lost two of the three games that they have played away from the Staples Center.

Golden State Warriors

There is certainly a feeling this season that the Golden State Warriors are truly back. They have missed out on the playoffs in the last two seasons but finally, look back to the level that they were at when winning their three titles between 2015 and 2018. The Warriors have already been making history over the early weeks of the season.

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Steph Curry looks to be at the top of his game this season, as he surpassed the record number of three-pointers in NBA history set by Ray Allen. The Warriors are the early pacesetters in the Western Conference, having won eleven of the 13 games that they have played.

Home form has been a huge plus for them to this point, as they have won eight of the nine games played with home-court advantage. Certainly, bigger tests will come down the line, but the momentum that they are building ensures that they are standout contenders to reach the playoffs at present.