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Standings

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1Detroit Engine-Roar13226
2Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest13226
3Boston Ring-Chasers12324
4San Antonio Skyscrapers12324
5Cleveland Twin-Towers10520
6Houston Blast-Off10520
7My Team9618
8New York Over-Timers8716
9Minnesota Ice-Wall7814
10Toronto Border-Patrol7814
11Denver Horse-Track51010
12Phoenix No-Defense4118
13Los Angeles Nursing-Home3126
14Orlando Magic-Beans3126
15Philadelphia Injury-Report2134
16Miami Heart-Attack2134

Pre-season

Ladies and gentlemen, good evening and welcome to what is probably going to be the most electric night of this season. The arena is packed to the rafters, there are people standing in the corridors, security gave up trying to control anything, and the DJ is blasting so loud the scoreboard is vibrating. We are here to talk about a legendary franchise. A team that has seen sacred monsters pass through, that has lived through dream seasons and nightmare years, that has rebuilt ten times over and always comes back with the same devouring hunger. The team with no name, baby! Okay, let's talk about the boss. Because on this team, there's one alpha, and everybody knows it. LeBron James. Standing at 206 cm, a body built for basketball, and a basketball IQ that borders on indecent. When this man catches the rock, defenders back up instinctively, it's a survival reflex. And they're right, because this guy can punish you from everywhere: from three, in the post, in transition, from the free throw line with his eyes closed. He's a damn 6'8" Swiss Army knife and he cuts in every direction. The opposing locker room before the game, you know what they talk about? Not the game plan. Not the offensive scheme. No. They talk about HIM. "How do we stop him?" "Who takes the matchup?" "Does he look tired?" Spoiler: he's never tired. And even when he looks tired, it's a trap. The man fakes exhaustion in the third quarter and drops 14 in the fourth like a coiled spring being released. Opposing coaches have 50-page scouting reports on him, and every single page is absolutely useless. The chef's surprise of the evening is David. A warlord by profession. No, it's not a joke, it's an actual coaching staff decision. The GM nearly had a heart attack when he saw the signing, but the coach said: "Trust me, this guy can handle the game with surgical precision, imagine what he can do with a basketball." Spoiler: so far, not much. The man spent his first week confusing the free throw line with the sideline, and asked three times if tackling was allowed. But he's got a heart size of a watermelon, he runs around like an overexcited golden retriever, and damn it, the crowd absolutely loves him. The budget is starting to look sexy. They're over the cap, the owner is coughing up some luxury tax, and the roster has some swagger. There's experience, talent, and that little extra something that makes opponents take you seriously. It's not superteam territory yet, but damn, we're not in the gutter anymore either. The GM built a smart roster with guys who complement each other well. The kind of team that can wreak havoc in the playoffs if the stars align.

Matchday 1vs Detroit Engine-Roar

85-129 (L)

This franchise guy James Naismith catches the basketball early and goes to work! Opening salvo!

Tim Duncan rushes a half-court heave from the right corner! Ego the size of Texas creeping in!

Jesus Christ double-dribbles! Competing the game doesn't have that rule!

Tim Duncan scrambles but can't close out! Open look given up! Occasional mental lapses!

Tim Duncan mouths off and picks up a T! Defense that's basically a suggestion taking over!

Halftime! Jesus Christ looks in the mirror and shakes his head. Rumor has it Jesus Christ has been wearing the same lucky underwear for three seasons. The medical staff is concerned. The players jog toward the court. The air is electric.

Jesus Christ bricks another one! Building something awful with their bare hands tonight!

Tim Duncan, this mammoth, is drenched in sweat! Emptying the tank!

James Naismith crosses over into a dead end at the top of the key! Turnover! Shaky emotions under pressure!

David drops their shoulders! Deflated, even a warlord's spirit has limits!

LeBron James sits alone on the bench. This global icon processing the defeat.

Tim Duncan and Jesus Christ walk side by side without looking at each other. The silence is deafening. My evening in summary: yell, drink coffee, yell again, spill the coffee, yell some more. Good night everyone! And now, the show nobody asked for: 'Pigeon Hunters.'

Matchday 2vs Miami Heart-Attack

100-99 (W)

This headliner James Naismith in the starting lineup! Let's see what this headliner brings!

This established star James Naismith with a crucial offensive board in transition! Intimidating!

LeBron James fires a buzzer-beater back to the basket but can't connect! Sometimes predictable game showing!

David sinks it from the low block. A warlord never misses the game, and never misses the hoop!

Tim Duncan posts up to the right spot! Nerves of steel off-ball movement!

Intermission. Jesus Christ dumps an entire water bottle over his head. Intel: Jesus Christ refuses to play if the ball isn't inflated to exactly 8 PSI. Not 7.9, not 8.1. Eight. Resumption imminent. The players wrap up their express warm-up.

LeBron James embraces the moment! A finger roll in the dying seconds! That's why he's here!

This generational talent LeBron James forces the bad pass! A gym-rat work ethic creating turnovers!

The halftime tribute to Jesus Christ's messiah journey! The game to a scoop layup!

James Naismith rises up for the game-winner! A floater! This guy everybody knows is the moment!

This elite player Tim Duncan is all smiles! The stats back up the brilliance!

Tim Duncan moonwalks across the hardwood. LeBron James attempts the worm. One of them pulls it off. Did you know that LeBron James practices messiah on Tuesdays? Builds character, that does. Alright, good evening! Now it's 'Love Is in the Parking Lot.' Romance guaranteed.

Matchday 3vs Orlando Magic-Beans

106-92 (W)

Tim Duncan, this giant, sets the tone immediately! Pure God-given talent from the jump!

Tim Duncan attacks back to the basket and finishes with a floater! Too good!

David recovers and blocks! That's the hustle of someone who works for a living!

LeBron James, this titan, delivers the entry pass! Beautiful feed into the post!

James Naismith rises up to the weak side! This franchise guy exploiting the rotation!

Break. LeBron James's socks are soaking wet — quick change on the spot. Did you know? LeBron James tried to become a rapper before basketball. The world dodged a bullet. Back on the hardwood. The tension has gone up a notch.

This reliable star James Naismith is automatic along the baseline! A catch-and-shoot triple drops again!

Listen to that roar! Tim Duncan blows past and the place explodes!

James Naismith penetrates the pick-and-roll to perfection! Chemistry on display!

David rises up with the fire of a thousand suns! He's on fire!

This certified bucket Tim Duncan raises the arms! The win is in the books! A salute to the fans!

LeBron James rips the net off the rim. Jesus Christ wraps it around his neck like a scarf. I discovered tonight that my mic was off for three minutes. Three minutes of pure genius, lost forever. Thanks for being here. Coming up: 'Forbidden Zone: Behind the Scenes of a Vending Machine.'

Matchday 4vs Philadelphia Injury-Report

99-101 (L)

David opens with a free throw! This hall-of-fame lock making an early statement!

David banks it in under the basket! A warlord's steady hand at work!

James Naismith gets burned on the drive! Ego the size of Texas in lateral movement!

LeBron James takes a tough pull-up jumper and it doesn't go! Heavy feet in shot selection!

James Naismith lets fly and scores! The comeback is on! This top-tier talent believing!

Back to the locker room. James Naismith punches his locker. Anecdote of the day: James Naismith forgot his shorts on the last road trip. Played in borrowed shorts two sizes too big. Jump ball to restart. Let the second half begin!

Tim Duncan forces the hero ball and misses! This world-class player with tendency to rush!

James Naismith drops the head after another miss! Injury-prone body sapping the confidence!

This will be talked about for years! Tim Duncan with a buzzer beater! Iconic!

LeBron James, this titan, gets blocked in the clutch! A drawn charge denies this household name!

LeBron James takes off to the tunnel in disappointment. This household name will learn from this.

David whispers 'this can't be real' under his breath. LeBron James nods without conviction. I learned that David's father was a messiah. The apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Good night! And now, 'The Bachelor: Stray Cat Edition.' Who will find love in this dumpster?

Matchday 5vs Phoenix No-Defense

105-92 (W)

Jesus Christ wins the opening tip! Tipping off with messiah energy!

Jesus Christ punishes the defense! A messiah punishing the game with precision!

LeBron James, this 7-footer, blankets the shooter off the pick and roll! No daylight!

James Naismith with the touch pass! This multi-time All-Star barely had the orange and found the man!

This bonafide star Tim Duncan uses the floater over this absolute unit coverage! Smart!

Break! David rips his shoes off the second he reaches the locker room. Confession: David tried yoga. Lasted two sessions before declaring it a combat sport. And we're off! The energy in the arena just went up a notch.

David racks up a floater! Productive night for this warlord!

You can feel immense pressure through the screen! LeBron James in the spotlight!

This world-class player Tim Duncan tips it to the teammate! Eyes in the back of the head on full display!

James Naismith, this undersized spark plug, is on a mission! Nothing can stop this headliner right now!

Tim Duncan, this long boy, takes the final bow! A finger to the lips to hush the crowd! Dominant display!

LeBron James grabs Jesus Christ and hoists him onto his shoulders. David tries to climb on too. It ends in a pile. On my end, I discovered the arena's coffee machine was broken. The game nearly went uncommentated. Alright, good night! Up next: 'Planet Earth: Exploring the World from My Couch.' Immersive documentary.

Matchday 6vs Los Angeles Nursing-Home

111-108 (W)

Jesus Christ steps onto the gym! From competing the game to this, game time!

James Naismith times it perfectly and rejects the shot! A ball recovery at half court!

Tim Duncan, this long boy, draws the foul but can't capitalize! Occasional mental lapses!

LeBron James, this generational talent, drops a deep three along the baseline! Pure artistry!

Jesus Christ uses their size out there! The messiah has a built-in advantage!

Buzzer sounds, halftime! LeBron James walks head down toward the tunnel. Physio's confession: LeBron James purrs when you massage his calves. Like a cat. A big cat. Act two! The bench players are fired up, the starters too.

Jesus Christ, this versatile guy, scores the go-ahead! An and-one! Heart of a champion!

Jesus Christ closes out perfectly! Precise as competing the game!

You can cut the tension with a knife! A standing ovation as David steps up!

James Naismith converts in traffic during the first half! An off-balance shot! Ridiculous creativity!

James Naismith grabs the game ball! This max-contract guy earned it tonight!

Tim Duncan and Jesus Christ do the conga. Alone. On an empty court. Nobody joins in. During the third quarter, I spilled my soup. Yes, I had soup in the booth. Don't judge. That's a wrap! Coming up: 'American Idol: Accountant Edition.' Singing, dancing, and spreadsheets.

Matchday 7vs Toronto Border-Patrol

104-101 (W)

This elite player James Naismith comes out firing! A half-court heave in the first minute!

This global icon LeBron James comes up with a massive steal! Transition time!

James Naismith, this miniature missile, gets the look in the paint but the lid's on the rim!

Tim Duncan, this max-contract guy, sinks a floater with surgical precision at half court!

LeBron James reads the defense perfectly! Night-in night-out consistency and a sky-high basketball IQ!

Break time. James Naismith bolts to the locker room without looking at anyone. Little secret: James Naismith listens to Celine Dion to focus. I repeat, Celine Dion. Here we go again. The players have changed jerseys.

James Naismith spins and drills it! On the final possession! Natural-born leadership under pressure!

David, this tweener, locks down the attacker! Ridiculous creativity on the defensive end!

James Naismith, this miniature missile, basks in a sold-out gym on fire! This is home!

David is absolutely on fire! Burning brighter than a warlord in their prime!

Jesus Christ attacks in triumph! The final buzzer sounds! That's a W!

David and Tim Duncan swap jerseys with each other. Makes no sense but it's the emotion talking. I discovered tonight that my mic was off for three minutes. Three minutes of pure genius, lost forever. That's all for tonight! Coming up: 'CSI: Underground Parking Garage.' Riveting stuff.

Matchday 8vs Minnesota Ice-Wall

117-89 (W)

LeBron James drives onto the floor! The crowd roars for this absolute legend!

David knocks down a buzzer beater driving to the hoop! Ice in the veins!

David makes the stop! Stopping power of a warlord in full force!

James Naismith with the incredible court vision! This reliable star sees passes nobody else does!

James Naismith sets the screen at the perfect angle! This top-tier talent cerebral play!

Intermission. LeBron James dumps an entire water bottle over his head. Little secret: LeBron James listens to Celine Dion to focus. I repeat, Celine Dion. Back at it! The players jog toward center court.

Jesus Christ finishes with style! Years of competing the game built those hands!

David tips their captain armband to the crowd! The warlord gesture with their bare hands!

This franchise guy James Naismith dives for the loose ball! Freakish explosiveness on every play!

David, this combo guard, carries the weight of the team on those shoulders!

LeBron James tosses the Wilson in the air! An ice-cold stare at the opposing bench! This guy with rings on every finger mission accomplished!

Tim Duncan makes the phone sign toward the opposing bench. LeBron James makes the 'call us' gesture. On my end, I ate peanuts through the entire third quarter. Salt is my drug of choice. That's a wrap! And now, the network's masterpiece: 'My Cat, My Battle.' Don't miss the finale.

Matchday 9vs Houston Blast-Off

110-100 (W)

This potential GOAT David means business! Fast start from mid-range!

James Naismith with the highlight-reel finger roll! This headliner owning the moment!

Jesus Christ steals the ball! Quick hands from competing the game all day!

This first-ballot legend LeBron James zips the pass through! Another dime from this towering presence!

Tim Duncan, this long boy, seals the defender for position! Fundamentals!

Halftime. The doctor examines David's shoulder while the others catch their breath. Did you know David knits to unwind? Made a scarf in Houston Blast-Off's colors. By accident, obviously. The players are back on the court. Here we go again!

LeBron James with the smooth two-handed slam! This potential GOAT making it look easy!

The arena trembles! LeBron James with the play and palpable tension follows!

Jesus Christ takes the blame for the mistake! This global icon protecting teammates!

The arc of this game bends toward LeBron James! This guy with rings on every finger controlling destiny!

Game over! David proved a warlord belongs on the court with their bare hands!

David does a belly slide on the court. Jesus Christ does a back slide. The hardwood is ruined. Confession: I nearly fell asleep during the second quarter. The third woke me right up. See you at the next game! In the meantime: 'Pawn Stars: Selling a Pen Without a Cap.'

Matchday 10vs Denver Horse-Track

109-106 (W)

David, this versatile guy, announced to huge cheers! A packed arena!

Tim Duncan with the full-court pressure! This reliable star making them uncomfortable!

Jesus Christ can't score in the second half! This messiah is way off tonight!

What a play by James Naismith! A hook shot under the basket! This bonafide star is cooking!

This potential GOAT Jesus Christ recognizes the zone and attacks the gap! Genius!

Halftime! LeBron James checks his stats on the board and winces. Did you know? LeBron James once signed an autograph for a referee. During the game. Mid free-throw. Back for seconds. The court is shining, and so are the players.

Tim Duncan hits nothing but net! A buzzer beater in overtime! Scary good handles!

This certified GOAT candidate LeBron James with a critical stop! A perfect contest when it counts!

Confetti falls as David exits! A warlord's grand finale on the court!

David explodes with the game on the line! A deep three! He lives for this!

Jesus Christ, this smooth operator, celebrates the win! An ice-cold stare at the opposing bench! What a game!

Tim Duncan and David carry James Naismith like a trophy across the entire court. My evening in one word? Epic. In two words? Epic and loud. That's all for tonight. And now: 'Deadliest Catch: Rush Hour on the Beltway.' Documentary.

Matchday 11vs New York Over-Timers

119-91 (W)

David, this tweener, takes the court! The hostile crowd is electric!

A free throw from Tim Duncan! This bonafide star is putting on a show tonight!

David boxes out! Making space, that's the warlord work ethic!

David shovels the pass! Moving the damn ball with their bare hands efficiency!

LeBron James, this absolute unit, exploits the mismatch in the paint! Smart play!

Finally a breather. David has calf cramps, the physio rushes over. Little secret: David watches cat videos between quarters. Says it's relaxing. Second half! The crowd is on its feet, and so are the players.

James Naismith, this little firecracker, takes over from the right corner. A step-back three! That's elite!

James Naismith fades away in front of the home faithful! A roaring arena! Beautiful!

LeBron James, this towering presence, repositions on defense! An unmatched feel for the game collective effort!

James Naismith is writing the story tonight! This reliable star with a deep three at the top of the key!

LeBron James spins off the court victorious! This hall-of-fame lock leaves it all out there!

Tim Duncan rips the net off the rim. Jesus Christ wraps it around his neck like a scarf. Tonight my colleague told me I smell like stress. I told him it was my cologne. Thanks for the game! And now, tonight's feature film: 'Fast and Furious 47: The Quest for a Parking Spot.'

Matchday 12vs Cleveland Twin-Towers

103-118 (L)

Jesus Christ, this guy with rings on every finger, embraces the electric crowd! Game on!

LeBron James rises up but overcooks it! Lack of consistency showing up again!

This world-class player Tim Duncan with turnover number points! Lack of consistency is piling up!

Tim Duncan gets screened out of the play! This multi-time All-Star lost in traffic!

Jesus Christ converts a tough two-handed slam from the right corner! Skill level: elite!

That's a cut. David stumbles slightly reaching the locker room. Anecdote: David once shot at the wrong basket during warm-ups. Nobody has forgotten. Back at it! The coach said two words. Two words that were enough.

LeBron James, this hall-of-fame lock, barks at the teammate! Defense that's basically a suggestion taking over!

A scoop layup from Tim Duncan hits the iron! Limited stamina under the spotlight!

Jesus Christ dribbles into the right spacing! A gym-rat work ethic and elite court awareness!

This bonafide star James Naismith calls for a sub! Can't go anymore! Defense that's basically a suggestion taking its toll!

Jesus Christ shakes hands through the pain! A messiah who respects their bare hands and the game!

LeBron James walks head down toward the tunnel. Jesus Christ drags his feet behind, shoulders slumped. Meanwhile, your favorite commentator spilled coffee on the mixing board. Twice. We're packing up. Time for the late-night feature: 'Unsolved Mysteries: Where Is My Left Sock.'

Matchday 13vs Boston Ring-Chasers

79-124 (L)

David fires up the crowd to open the game! This household name starting strong!

This certified GOAT candidate David shanks a bank shot under the basket! That's uncharacteristic!

James Naismith, this short king, gets the ball poked away! Lack of consistency when protecting the damn ball!

James Naismith gets caught flat-footed! This guy everybody knows beaten to the spot!

David mouths off at the last second! A warlord venting about the game!

Halftime! David checks his stats on the board and winces. Little scoop: David collects Pokemon cards. That Charizard is worth more than his first contract. Both teams emerge from the tunnel. The second half can begin.

LeBron James dribbles the orange awkwardly! The touch just isn't there for this hall-of-fame lock!

Tim Duncan grabs the shorts! This big-name player is running on fumes!

LeBron James, this big fella, gets stripped in the paint! Occasional mental lapses exposed!

LeBron James picks up the second technical! This first-ballot legend ejected! Sometimes predictable game!

Jesus Christ walks off in defeat! Even a messiah's skills couldn't save tonight!

LeBron James isolates in a corner, back against the wall. Jesus Christ tries to talk. He raises a hand to say no. On my end, the AC in the booth broke down. I sweated more than Jesus Christ. Good night! Up next: 'America's Got Talent: Mouth Noises Edition.' The judges are baffled.

Matchday 14vs San Antonio Skyscrapers

87-115 (L)

James Naismith posts up with energy from the opening whistle! This big-name player locked in!

James Naismith can't buy a bucket! Another miss in the paint! Frustrating!

Jesus Christ turns it over in the elbow! Butterfingers from this messiah!

David reacts too late to rotate! Injury-prone body on the help side!

LeBron James with the and-one tear drop! Natural-born leadership through the whistle!

Both teams head in. Tim Duncan has a red mark on his cheek from an elbow. The staff told me Tim Duncan sings in the shower. Badly. Very badly. Alright, it's time. The second half waits for no one.

This franchise cornerstone David stares at the ref! That look could freeze water!

David can't hit from the free-throw line! That zone is cursed for this warlord!

LeBron James, this 7-footer, sets a brick-wall screen! Silky smooth technique on full display!

Tim Duncan is cramping up! This franchise guy trying to shake it off! Injury-prone body!

David had the chances but couldn't convert. This first-ballot legend left wanting.

LeBron James clenches his left fist, unclenches, clenches again. Jesus Christ fidgets with his wristband nervously. Tonight I had a revelation: Jesus Christ runs exactly like my neighbor when he misses the bus. Thanks for being here. Now put down the remote, it's time for 'Wheel of Misfortune.'

Matchday 15vs Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest

105-117 (L)

The game begins and LeBron James is ready! You can see next-level basketball IQ written all over his face!

This absolute legend Jesus Christ muscles up a devastating dunk but can't get it to fall!

This all-time great LeBron James gets pickpocketed under the basket! Sloppy handling!

David gets back-doored! Didn't see it, like not seeing the game behind their bare hands!

James Naismith spins the pill with flair and hits a buzzer-beater! Sensational!

Coach calls everyone back. Tim Duncan drags his feet toward the tunnel. Fun fact: Tim Duncan got rejected at a casting for a deodorant commercial. The irony. Back to business. The players bounce around to warm up.

Tim Duncan, this established star, yells at the coaching staff! Hot head causing friction!

A bucket from James Naismith sails wide! This world-class player needs to regroup!

Tim Duncan, this franchise guy, draws the double team and finds the open man! High IQ!

James Naismith, this franchise guy, with the tired turnover! Legs and mind fatigued!

David packs up and heads out! Packing their bare hands, unpacking emotions!

David refuses Oklahoma City Treasure-Chest's handshake. Tim Duncan offers a limp one with just his fingertips. Meanwhile, your favorite commentator spilled coffee on the mixing board. Twice. Until next time! Up next: 'Kitchen Nightmares: Corporate Cafeteria.' This is gonna be good.

My Team ends the season #7 with a 9W-6L record. Season MVP: LeBron James.

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#7
Rank
9W-6L
Record
-43
+/-
342
Team Score
86.4M$
Salary
LeBron James
MVP

Season Journal

Ladies and gentlemen, good evening and welcome to what is probably going to be the most electric night of this season. The arena is packed to the rafters, there are people standing in the corridors, security gave up trying to control anything, and the DJ is blasting so loud the scoreboard is vibrating. We are here to talk about a legendary franchise. A team that has seen sacred monsters pass through, that has lived through dream seasons and nightmare years, that has rebuilt ten times over and always comes back with the same devouring hunger. The team with no name, baby!

Okay, let's talk about the boss. Because on this team, there's one alpha, and everybody knows it. LeBron James. Standing at 206 cm, a body built for basketball, and a basketball IQ that borders on indecent. When this man catches the rock, defenders back up instinctively, it's a survival reflex. And they're right, because this guy can punish you from everywhere: from three, in the post, in transition, from the free throw line with his eyes closed. He's a damn 6'8" Swiss Army knife and he cuts in every direction.

The opposing locker room before the game, you know what they talk about? Not the game plan. Not the offensive scheme. No. They talk about HIM. "How do we stop him?" "Who takes the matchup?" "Does he look tired?" Spoiler: he's never tired. And even when he looks tired, it's a trap. The man fakes exhaustion in the third quarter and drops 14 in the fourth like a coiled spring being released. Opposing coaches have 50-page scouting reports on him, and every single page is absolutely useless.

The chef's surprise of the evening is David. A warlord by profession. No, it's not a joke, it's an actual coaching staff decision. The GM nearly had a heart attack when he saw the signing, but the coach said: "Trust me, this guy can handle the game with surgical precision, imagine what he can do with a basketball." Spoiler: so far, not much. The man spent his first week confusing the free throw line with the sideline, and asked three times if tackling was allowed. But he's got a heart size of a watermelon, he runs around like an overexcited golden retriever, and damn it, the crowd absolutely loves him.

The budget is starting to look sexy. They're over the cap, the owner is coughing up some luxury tax, and the roster has some swagger. There's experience, talent, and that little extra something that makes opponents take you seriously. It's not superteam territory yet, but damn, we're not in the gutter anymore either. The GM built a smart roster with guys who complement each other well. The kind of team that can wreak havoc in the playoffs if the stars align.

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My Team ends the season #7 with a 9W-6L record. Season MVP: LeBron James.

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