[Game] 37/82 Kings vs. Heat 06 JAN 2025, 7pm PT/10pm ET

[Elektrik]

Was doggie Keegan early on but props to him in the 4th. Some big shots, big rebounds, and big defense. I take it all back Keegan! lol

 

[Double-K]

Doug Christie is literally right there lol

Deebo said DC might have had relapse like he was still playing...

The jury is still out between who's the better defender lol

 

[Joshyjosh31]

Always liked Keon, but I had no idea he was this level player

He might be Derrick white and that’s a supernova role player

 

[fansinceday1]

I’d like to find out from Mike why he didn’t like playing Keon. What was he seeing??

 

[Tetsujin]

sure, but there is a reason that his teams don't win Playoff games or in in most recent events, not even make the Postseason

To be fair, he’s been stuck on the Spurs and Bulls for the last five years of his career.

 

[TaxMan]

They should have let Keon tell Mike he was fired

Yikes….too soon lol

 

[macadocious]

I’m exhausted.

I also decided to do 10 pushups every trip to the line for either team.

I lost count. Lol

 

[NewArena]

Light it!! My God are we all dreaming?!

 

[Elektrik]

Doug want that ring one way or another. He’ll be happy to get it as a coach!

 

[iowamcnabb]

Doug Christie is literally right there lol

I don’t know, that was as good as I’ve seen. He was absolutely everywhere. Reallly insane. His only weakness was the spin move again but other than that he is monster. Not fouling as much as he did last year or early this season too

 

[Tetsujin]

He might be Derrick white and that’s a supernova role player

He might be Jrue and that’s literally the best role player in the league.

 

[Double-K]

I’m exhausted.

I also decided to do 10 pushups every trip to the line for either team.

I lost count. Lol

 

[SLAB]

I’d like to find out from Mike why he didn’t like playing Keon. What was he seeing??

His Spray Three game just wasn’t up to Mike’s level.

 

[TheMobb]

sure, but there is a reason that his teams don't win Playoff games or in in most recent events, not even make the Postseason

That Bulls roster was not making the playoffs with all the injuries they had. His Raptor teams were contending for years in the East and were beat by prime Bron.

 

[Bosnian Diehard]

Unbelievably gritty and fiery comeback! A mix of emotions after that, so many guys with big plays. This team is awesome!

 

[Vinny Basketballerino]

Good time to have three days off.

This is a season defining win. This win will color the entire rest of the season. The fight in this team just doubled.

 

[Capt. Factorial]

Going completely unnoticed was Domas' 5th triple-double of the season

 

[Spike]

Very grit.
Much resilient.

 

[captain bill]

Keegan 14&12 on 4/6 from 3 with so many clutch boards

 

[kingsboi]

To be fair, he’s been stuck on the Spurs and Bulls for the last five years of his career.

style of play isn't really conducive to winning many games but when he's on, he can be fun to watch for sure

 

[iowamcnabb]

I’m not so sure there isn’t an Aaron Gordon in there for Keegan. I don’t think people give him credit for how strong he is. He blocks a shot nearly every game and has been just ripping offensive rebounds off people’s chest this year. He’s unique because he can do all that and then completely shut down one of the hottest guards in the league at the same time. Awesome stuff

 

[kingsboi]

That Bulls roster was not making the playoffs with all the injuries they had. His Raptor teams were contending for years in the East and were beat by prime Bron.

his Raps team was never in contention, let's get real here. Bron or no Bron

 

[Tetsujin]

https://twitter.com/x/status/1876508674442887214

 

[The_Jamal]

Going completely unnoticed was Domas' 5th triple-double of the season

Bam 6-19 shooting for 18 points

-Clutch FT's at the end of regulation to tie the game
-Clutch stop on Bam in OT2 with under a minute
-Immediately on the next possession gets a clutch rebound from 2 MIA to get DDR the dagger

He's playing at an unreal level

 

[ShastaKingsFan]

I’d like to find out from Mike why he didn’t like playing Keon. What was he seeing??

Somehow in his mind, he must have thought that making Keon think about his mistakes by sitting him, would make him a better player.

Problem is it was hurting the team in the process and likely cost them wins.

 

[hrdboild]

Keon Ellis…this was probably the best individual defensive performance by any player ever wearing a Kings uniform.

It was a total tour de force of a game by Keon -- and not just on defense. I'd go so far as to say it was the best defensive game played by a King in the last 15 years. Before that we had Ron Artest who was still in DPOY form when he wore the Sacramento uniform and played this level of defense consistently. Just an absolute monster. And before that there was Doug of course. Hard to compare really, all deserve to be celebrated for their brilliance.

 

[iowamcnabb]

style of play isn't really conducive to winning many games but when he's on, he can be fun to watch for sure

if he can take 4 or 5 threes a game it absolutely can be. Dude gets the to line and makes them and is super efficient in the midrange. Can be a bit of ball stopping occasionally but that’s largely been better lately

 

[Double-K]

Somehow in his mind, he must have thought that making Keon think about his mistakes by sitting him, would make him a better player.

Problem is it was hurting the team in the process and likely cost them wins.

Honestly, not to rain on the parade but jury is still out. No team out there is prepping for Keon Ellis that hard. Although you'll never be able to take his defense intensity away.

 

[Kingz19]

Devin Carter with another Per 36 minute masterpiece.

In only 9 minutes
5 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists and 2 blocks

Can’t wait for him to get fully into game shape.

Keon and Carter might be the two best shot blocking 6’4” players in the league.

 

[kingsboi]

if he can take 4 or 5 threes a game it absolutely can be. Dude gets the to line and makes them and is super efficient in the midrange. Can be a bit of ball stopping occasionally but that’s largely been better lately

I don't think Brown was in the wrong for suggesting him coming off the bench but that won't happen this season but something to consider if he doesn't get moved down the line