I wish I could tell you the story but I really need my buddy E to act it out like did this morning. The man deserves an Oscar for that performance. Well I am hungover and didn't get much sleep so if this sucks, you know why.
Houston (4-3) at Buffalo (3-4)- Interesting game for a couple of reasons. Dick Jauron is keeping his job because the Harvard Wonder Ryan Fitzpatrick has dominated in the past couple of weeks plus their defense is looking tougher and tougher. I do not like the road game for the Texans and it will be close. BUFF 20-17
Cleveland (1-6) at Chicago (3-3)- The Bears are all the sudden reeling and Jay Cutler has 11 interceptions already. Are you worried yet Chicago? I would be and their defense are so banged up it's not even funny. This game will be very ugly. CHI 24-7
Seattle (2-4) at Dallas (4-2)- Has the Seattle strength and training coach been fired? Honestly, the last two years have been marred by injuries and obviously something going wrong there. I think the Cowboys will roll in this game. DAL 35-17
St. Louis (0-7) at Detroit (1-5)- The toilet bowl and you shouldn't be surprised that this game is blacked out in the local D-Town area. I do not think you could pay me enough money to watch a second of this game. I will take the Lions. DET 24-13
Denver (6-0) at Baltimore (3-3)- The Ravens looked like the best team in the NFL through the first three weeks and now they have caught a bunch of bad luck. The Broncos have had two weeks to prepare for this suddenly not strong Raven defense. They keep it going. DEN 34-23
San Francisco (3-3) at Indianapolis (6-0)- I am not impressed with the Colts schedule so far and I really could see the Niners giving Indy a game. They need some production from Alex Smith and I do not trust him whatsoever. INDY 28-23
Miami (2-4) at NY Jets (4-3)- The Jets rebounded very nicely against the Fightin Mitch Pratts last week and they struggled with Wildcat last time plus they are losing players on that defense makes me unwary of them this week. I like the Dolphins in this one. MIA 24-21
NY Giants (5-2) at Philadelphia (4-2)- People are starting to worry about the Giants with their last two losses and unlike Matthew Berry said, I think Donovan McNabb will have a big time game with their weak secondary. PHIL 35-24
Jacksonville (3-3) at Tennessee (0-6)- I have no idea how the Jaguars are .500 that amazes me because I really think they are an awful team. Jeff Fisher is all the sudden on the hot seat and they finally saw the light starting Vince Young, it will work. TENN 21-10
Oakland (2-5) at San Diego (3-3)- I would love for Mitch Pratt to explain how a team knocks off the Eagles, a likely playoff team and then gets blown out by a team who might not win eight games. Also the feminism that Tom Cable got served today doesn't bode well for them. SD 35-10
Carolina (2-4) at Arizona (4-2)- I call this one "Jake Delhomme Last Start" he will definitely struggled in this one plus the Cards all the sudden have found their stroke. The Cards will dominate. ARI 31-21
Minnesota (6-1) at Green Bay (4-2)- Oh boy. This is about as excited I have been for a football game with the return of Brett Favre. I think the Vikings are very close to falling off the face of the earth with Favre throwing 51 passes (he has thrown more and more every week by the way) and Childress knows he might earn an extension next week if he wins. The Pack figured out how to play the 3-4 and its going to be deadly. All that being said, its still going to be a close game with the Pack winning. GB 28-20
Atlanta (4-2) at New Orleans (6-0)- It surprised me to see the Falcons get dominated by the Cowboys last week and the Saints just keep winning. I think this will be high scoring and just a great back-forth battle. I have to take the home team in this one. NO 38-34
-Charlie.
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Thursday, October 29, 2009
NCAA Picks Week 9, All on Uspet Alert.
Only kidding but we really haven't had that one week where about 5-7 top 25 teams drop off, will it happen? I doubt it but who knows...
1. Florida-vs. Georgia- The Gators offense have been struggling in the last couple of weeks but the Bulldogs can not stop anyone. I also do not like the chances of the Bulldogs offense, which is primarily passing. UF 34-16
3. Texas-at 14. Oklahoma State- I doubted the Longhorns before their big time win against Missouri last weekend and now they have a tough game in Stillwater. The Cowboys still do not play any defense so I expect a true shootout. TEX 38-31
4. Iowa-vs. Indiana- The Hawkeyes are currently #1 with the computers and they impress me more every week. Despite losing Adam Robinson for the year, I do not think it will bother him against the Hoosiers. IOWA 28-6
5. USC-at 10. Oregon- The Ducks have popped out of nowhere and now are back in the Top 10. They have College Gameday in Eugene and people wonder about Matt Barkley on the road. I think that point is moot because he dominated in Notre Dame. I think this game will be close and I will take the Trojans with a late FG. USC 24-21
6. TCU-vs. UNLV- The Horned Frogs looked good on the road last weekend and they shouldn't have any issues with the Runnin' Rebels especially at home. TCU 31-3
7. Boise State-vs. San Jose State- The Broncos have bulled through the WAC like they usually do and they play a pretty weak Spartan team. This shouldn't be a game. BOISE 45-10
8. Cincinnati-at Syracuse- A possible upset lurking? The Orange play very well in the Carrier Dome and I am unsure about Tony Pike's status. Doesn't matter, their offense is too good. CINCY 45-28
9. LSU-vs. Tulane- A Louisiana rivalry and this really isn't much of a game plus the Tigers have been playing good offense/defense. My friend who goes to LSU promises a drunk-dial, cannot wait for that. LSU 35-14
10. Oregon-SEE 5. USC
11. Georgia Tech-at Vanderbilt- The Yellow Jackets go out of the conference to play the Vandy but I really do not think it will be a problem for them. Vandy had their glory years with Jay Cutler and now they have passed. GT 27-7
12. Penn State-at Northwestern- The Nittany Lions head into a challenge against the Wildcats and it will be a battle in Evenston this weekend. I think its a defensive struggle with the Lions taking care of business late. PSU 21-10
13. Virginia Tech-vs. North Carolina- The Tar Heels have underachieved so far this season and the Hokies now they need to keep winning to try to get to the ACC Championship. I think Thursday night games are like Monday Night games for the NFL. The Hokies will roll. VT 31-14
14. Oklahoma State-SEE 3. Texas
16. Utah-vs. Wyoming- The Utes have been hanging around the top 20 and they barely escaped Air Force last weekend. Utah should be fine in this one. UTAH 49-24
17. Ohio State-vs. New Mexico State- The Buckeyes bounced back nicely against the Gophers last week and now gets the typical Big 10 cakewalk game to ensure they have 12 games. OSU 52-9
18. Houston-vs. Southern Miss- The Cougars have been just hanging out in Conference USA in the past couple of weeks and they should be fine against the Eagles. They did put up a fight against Kansas, yet I see Houston pulling away late. HOU 31-20
19. Miami-at Wake Forest- I would say this has a chance for an upset but Wake has lost the last two games. I do not like there chances whatsoever to knock off Jacory Harris and the defense of the U. MIAMI 38-14
21. West Virgina- at South Florida- The Mountaineers are playing good so far and they have a tough road game against the Bulls. They got rocked though against Pittsburgh last weekend so I really do not have faith in South Florida. WV 35-17
22. South Carolina- at Tennessee- The Ole' Ball Coach use to hate the Vols in the past and Lane Kiffin was mentioned in a song by Lil Wayne, which is pretty sweet. I think the Vols defense gets its done and they actually hit a field goal this time. TENN 16-14
23. Notre Dame-vs. Washington State- The Fightin Irish are playing this game in San Antonio and they will not have an issue with this game at all. The Cougars are not a good team at all and Jimmy Clausen will drop bombs throughout the game. ND 41-17
24. California-at Arizona State- Cal stats looking better and better after their blowout from Oregon. Jahvid Best still should be consider a Heisman candidate, in my opinion. The Sun Devils really haven't done anything special so far. CAL 28-21
25. Mississippi-at Auburn- The Tigers have really struggled so far in the past couple of weeks and really haven't got the offense going. I like the Rebels to roll even being on the road. OLE MISS 34-10
-Charlie.
1. Florida-vs. Georgia- The Gators offense have been struggling in the last couple of weeks but the Bulldogs can not stop anyone. I also do not like the chances of the Bulldogs offense, which is primarily passing. UF 34-16
3. Texas-at 14. Oklahoma State- I doubted the Longhorns before their big time win against Missouri last weekend and now they have a tough game in Stillwater. The Cowboys still do not play any defense so I expect a true shootout. TEX 38-31
4. Iowa-vs. Indiana- The Hawkeyes are currently #1 with the computers and they impress me more every week. Despite losing Adam Robinson for the year, I do not think it will bother him against the Hoosiers. IOWA 28-6
5. USC-at 10. Oregon- The Ducks have popped out of nowhere and now are back in the Top 10. They have College Gameday in Eugene and people wonder about Matt Barkley on the road. I think that point is moot because he dominated in Notre Dame. I think this game will be close and I will take the Trojans with a late FG. USC 24-21
6. TCU-vs. UNLV- The Horned Frogs looked good on the road last weekend and they shouldn't have any issues with the Runnin' Rebels especially at home. TCU 31-3
7. Boise State-vs. San Jose State- The Broncos have bulled through the WAC like they usually do and they play a pretty weak Spartan team. This shouldn't be a game. BOISE 45-10
8. Cincinnati-at Syracuse- A possible upset lurking? The Orange play very well in the Carrier Dome and I am unsure about Tony Pike's status. Doesn't matter, their offense is too good. CINCY 45-28
9. LSU-vs. Tulane- A Louisiana rivalry and this really isn't much of a game plus the Tigers have been playing good offense/defense. My friend who goes to LSU promises a drunk-dial, cannot wait for that. LSU 35-14
10. Oregon-SEE 5. USC
11. Georgia Tech-at Vanderbilt- The Yellow Jackets go out of the conference to play the Vandy but I really do not think it will be a problem for them. Vandy had their glory years with Jay Cutler and now they have passed. GT 27-7
12. Penn State-at Northwestern- The Nittany Lions head into a challenge against the Wildcats and it will be a battle in Evenston this weekend. I think its a defensive struggle with the Lions taking care of business late. PSU 21-10
13. Virginia Tech-vs. North Carolina- The Tar Heels have underachieved so far this season and the Hokies now they need to keep winning to try to get to the ACC Championship. I think Thursday night games are like Monday Night games for the NFL. The Hokies will roll. VT 31-14
14. Oklahoma State-SEE 3. Texas
16. Utah-vs. Wyoming- The Utes have been hanging around the top 20 and they barely escaped Air Force last weekend. Utah should be fine in this one. UTAH 49-24
17. Ohio State-vs. New Mexico State- The Buckeyes bounced back nicely against the Gophers last week and now gets the typical Big 10 cakewalk game to ensure they have 12 games. OSU 52-9
18. Houston-vs. Southern Miss- The Cougars have been just hanging out in Conference USA in the past couple of weeks and they should be fine against the Eagles. They did put up a fight against Kansas, yet I see Houston pulling away late. HOU 31-20
19. Miami-at Wake Forest- I would say this has a chance for an upset but Wake has lost the last two games. I do not like there chances whatsoever to knock off Jacory Harris and the defense of the U. MIAMI 38-14
21. West Virgina- at South Florida- The Mountaineers are playing good so far and they have a tough road game against the Bulls. They got rocked though against Pittsburgh last weekend so I really do not have faith in South Florida. WV 35-17
22. South Carolina- at Tennessee- The Ole' Ball Coach use to hate the Vols in the past and Lane Kiffin was mentioned in a song by Lil Wayne, which is pretty sweet. I think the Vols defense gets its done and they actually hit a field goal this time. TENN 16-14
23. Notre Dame-vs. Washington State- The Fightin Irish are playing this game in San Antonio and they will not have an issue with this game at all. The Cougars are not a good team at all and Jimmy Clausen will drop bombs throughout the game. ND 41-17
24. California-at Arizona State- Cal stats looking better and better after their blowout from Oregon. Jahvid Best still should be consider a Heisman candidate, in my opinion. The Sun Devils really haven't done anything special so far. CAL 28-21
25. Mississippi-at Auburn- The Tigers have really struggled so far in the past couple of weeks and really haven't got the offense going. I like the Rebels to roll even being on the road. OLE MISS 34-10
-Charlie.
NBA Pacific Preview
Here the deal I am not going to give you another post on playoff predictions because its too early first off and second of all, I just am done with the NBA for awhile in terms of writing. I like it will be the Lakers-Celts again, I trust in KG's knee to stay healthy and I like the aggressiveness that Boston will play with all year. The Lakers just seem way too deep to be stopped in the postseason. In addition, watch out for the Spurs and Magic to make some noise though.
1. Los Angeles Lakers: KEY PLAYERS: SG Kobe Bryant, SF Ron Artest, PF Pau Gasol: OUTLOOK: You could added Lamar Odom, or Andrew Bynum to that list as well because like I said up top, they are so deep. It can be any of those five guys on a given night and I am beginning to really like the comparison of Dennis Rodman-Ron Artest with Phil Jackson. PREDICTION: 1st in the Western Conference.
2. Phoenix Suns: KEY PLAYERS: PG Steve Nash, PF Amare Stoudamire, SG Jason Richardson OUTLOOK: I love that this team can run again with guys listed above and I think Earl Clark will be a hell of a rookie for them too. I think they have a rebound year back in the playoffs. PREDICTION: 7th in the Western Conference.
3. Los Angeles Clippers: KEY PLAYERS: PG Baron Davis, PF Blake Griffin, SG Eric Gordon OUTLOOK: The Clips let me down last year playing like complete dogshit but Davis looks much more trim than last year plus when Griffin returns from injury, they will have a nice inside-outside game. PREDICTION: 8th in the Western Conference.
4. Golden State Warriors: KEY PLAYERS: SF Stephen Jackson, SG Monta Ellis, F Anthony Randolph OUTLOOK: People are real high on Randolph becoming an absolute stud and I think Jackson will be out of Golden State before November is over letting him take control of the team. They are a mess though and will continue to be all year. PREDICTION: 13th in the Western Conference.
5. Sacramento Kings: KEY PLAYERS: SG Kevin Martin, PF Jason Thompson, PG Tyreke Evans OUTLOOK: Could be a very ugly season for the Kings and shooting for that top spot in the draft seems very likely. Martin is their only scorer and the rest do not do much for me. OUTLOOK: 14th in the Western Conference.
-Charlie.
1. Los Angeles Lakers: KEY PLAYERS: SG Kobe Bryant, SF Ron Artest, PF Pau Gasol: OUTLOOK: You could added Lamar Odom, or Andrew Bynum to that list as well because like I said up top, they are so deep. It can be any of those five guys on a given night and I am beginning to really like the comparison of Dennis Rodman-Ron Artest with Phil Jackson. PREDICTION: 1st in the Western Conference.
2. Phoenix Suns: KEY PLAYERS: PG Steve Nash, PF Amare Stoudamire, SG Jason Richardson OUTLOOK: I love that this team can run again with guys listed above and I think Earl Clark will be a hell of a rookie for them too. I think they have a rebound year back in the playoffs. PREDICTION: 7th in the Western Conference.
3. Los Angeles Clippers: KEY PLAYERS: PG Baron Davis, PF Blake Griffin, SG Eric Gordon OUTLOOK: The Clips let me down last year playing like complete dogshit but Davis looks much more trim than last year plus when Griffin returns from injury, they will have a nice inside-outside game. PREDICTION: 8th in the Western Conference.
4. Golden State Warriors: KEY PLAYERS: SF Stephen Jackson, SG Monta Ellis, F Anthony Randolph OUTLOOK: People are real high on Randolph becoming an absolute stud and I think Jackson will be out of Golden State before November is over letting him take control of the team. They are a mess though and will continue to be all year. PREDICTION: 13th in the Western Conference.
5. Sacramento Kings: KEY PLAYERS: SG Kevin Martin, PF Jason Thompson, PG Tyreke Evans OUTLOOK: Could be a very ugly season for the Kings and shooting for that top spot in the draft seems very likely. Martin is their only scorer and the rest do not do much for me. OUTLOOK: 14th in the Western Conference.
-Charlie.
NBA Northwest Division Preview
Two left to go and then I leave you with the predictions that will come true in June.
1. Utah Jazz: PG Deron Williams, PF Carlos Boozer, PF Paul Millsap OUTLOOK: If they can figure out ways to have Millsap/Boozer on the court at the same time then they could be real dangerous as a large front court team. PREDICTION: 3rd in the Western Conference.
2. Denver Nuggets: SF Carmelo Anthony, PG Chauncey Billups, PF Nene OUTLOOK: The Nuggets have a lot of the same parts that brought them to the Western Conference Finals and I think Ty Lawson could be the Rookie of the Year this year. The two top spots are interchangeable. PREDICTION: 4th in the Western Conference.
3. Portland Trailblazers: SG Brandon Roy, PF LaMarcus Aldridge, SF Travis Outlaw OUTLOOK: In my opinion, this will be the best division in the Western Conference. Another team that could contend for the top spot in the Northwest. Greg Oden's development plays a large part. PREDICTION: 5th in the Western Conference.
4. Oklahoma City Thunder: SF Kevin Durant, PG Russell Westbrook, PF Jeff Green- OUTLOOK: The Thunder are my favorite young team right now and a team who I truly believe could make the playoffs if they weren't in such a tough division. Next year will be a huge year for them. PREDICTION: 11th in the Western Conference.
5. Minnesota Timberwolves: PF Al Jefferson, PG Johnny Flynn, PF Kevin Love- OUTLOOK: The mastermind that is David Kahn could not land Ricky Rubio to the states so he better hope that Flynn has a huge year or he could be short-lived as T-Wolves GM. PREDICTION: 13th in the Western Conference.
-Charlie.
1. Utah Jazz: PG Deron Williams, PF Carlos Boozer, PF Paul Millsap OUTLOOK: If they can figure out ways to have Millsap/Boozer on the court at the same time then they could be real dangerous as a large front court team. PREDICTION: 3rd in the Western Conference.
2. Denver Nuggets: SF Carmelo Anthony, PG Chauncey Billups, PF Nene OUTLOOK: The Nuggets have a lot of the same parts that brought them to the Western Conference Finals and I think Ty Lawson could be the Rookie of the Year this year. The two top spots are interchangeable. PREDICTION: 4th in the Western Conference.
3. Portland Trailblazers: SG Brandon Roy, PF LaMarcus Aldridge, SF Travis Outlaw OUTLOOK: In my opinion, this will be the best division in the Western Conference. Another team that could contend for the top spot in the Northwest. Greg Oden's development plays a large part. PREDICTION: 5th in the Western Conference.
4. Oklahoma City Thunder: SF Kevin Durant, PG Russell Westbrook, PF Jeff Green- OUTLOOK: The Thunder are my favorite young team right now and a team who I truly believe could make the playoffs if they weren't in such a tough division. Next year will be a huge year for them. PREDICTION: 11th in the Western Conference.
5. Minnesota Timberwolves: PF Al Jefferson, PG Johnny Flynn, PF Kevin Love- OUTLOOK: The mastermind that is David Kahn could not land Ricky Rubio to the states so he better hope that Flynn has a huge year or he could be short-lived as T-Wolves GM. PREDICTION: 13th in the Western Conference.
-Charlie.
NBA Southwest Division Preview
Keep it going, I am not really that tired so you are getting more of the preview....
1. San Antonio Spurs: KEY PLAYERS: PF Tim Duncan, PG Tony Parker, SG Manu Ginobili OUTLOOK: I think the Spurs have a chance to win the NBA Finals with the additions of Richard Jefferson, Antonio McDyess, and DeJuan Blair. They have to stay healthy though to have a chance. PREDICTION: 2nd in the Western Conference.
2. Dallas Mavericks: KEY PLAYERS: PF Dirk Notwitzki, SG Josh Howard, SF Shawn Marion OUTLOOK: I wasn't as excited as everybody else about the Marion deal but it should improve them in many ways especially on the defensive end. The Mavs will have a good year from Dirk who isn't dealing with that crazy bitch. PREDICTION: 5th in the Western Conference.
3. Houston Rockets: KEY PLAYERS: PG Aaron Brooks, PF Luis Scola, SF Chuck Hayes OUTLOOK: This seems to be the definition of a scrappy team with a bunch of maybe players and they will be dominated by bigger teams. It will be interesting to see what happens when T-Mac comes back in November. PREDICTION: 9th in the Western Conference.
4. New Orleans Hornets: KEY PLAYERS: PG Chris Paul, C Emeka Okafor, PF David West OUTLOOK: Could create some problems inside with the West-Okafor combination but they have no real mid-range player that makes a difference, please don't say Peja because he is over the hill. PREDICTION: 10th in Western Conference
5. Memphis Grizzlies: KEY PLAYERS: SF Rudy Gay, SG OJ Mayo, PF Zach Randolph OUTLOOK: This has more an And-1 Mixtape team, big time offense with no defensive concepts whatsoever. If they could somehow find a way to play defense then maybe they could do some things. I highly doubt it though. PREDICTION: 12th in the Western Conference.
-Charlie.
1. San Antonio Spurs: KEY PLAYERS: PF Tim Duncan, PG Tony Parker, SG Manu Ginobili OUTLOOK: I think the Spurs have a chance to win the NBA Finals with the additions of Richard Jefferson, Antonio McDyess, and DeJuan Blair. They have to stay healthy though to have a chance. PREDICTION: 2nd in the Western Conference.
2. Dallas Mavericks: KEY PLAYERS: PF Dirk Notwitzki, SG Josh Howard, SF Shawn Marion OUTLOOK: I wasn't as excited as everybody else about the Marion deal but it should improve them in many ways especially on the defensive end. The Mavs will have a good year from Dirk who isn't dealing with that crazy bitch. PREDICTION: 5th in the Western Conference.
3. Houston Rockets: KEY PLAYERS: PG Aaron Brooks, PF Luis Scola, SF Chuck Hayes OUTLOOK: This seems to be the definition of a scrappy team with a bunch of maybe players and they will be dominated by bigger teams. It will be interesting to see what happens when T-Mac comes back in November. PREDICTION: 9th in the Western Conference.
4. New Orleans Hornets: KEY PLAYERS: PG Chris Paul, C Emeka Okafor, PF David West OUTLOOK: Could create some problems inside with the West-Okafor combination but they have no real mid-range player that makes a difference, please don't say Peja because he is over the hill. PREDICTION: 10th in Western Conference
5. Memphis Grizzlies: KEY PLAYERS: SF Rudy Gay, SG OJ Mayo, PF Zach Randolph OUTLOOK: This has more an And-1 Mixtape team, big time offense with no defensive concepts whatsoever. If they could somehow find a way to play defense then maybe they could do some things. I highly doubt it though. PREDICTION: 12th in the Western Conference.
-Charlie.
NBA Southeast Division Preview
Here is the last part of the Eastern Conference and I just want to let you know if you are a fan of rap then download Lil Wayne's new mixtape... wow.
1. Orlando Magic- KEY PLAYERS: C Dwight Howard, SG Vince Carter, PG Jameer Nelson OUTLOOK: Probably the most interesting team in the Eastern Conference with the addition of Carter who is looking to make a name for himself again. I think they are a real threat to be back in the Finals. PREDICTION: 2nd in the Eastern Conference
3. Miami Heat- KEY PLAYERS: SG Dwayne Wade, PF Michael Beasley, PG Mario Chalmers OUTLOOK: Wade should have another MVP-like season but the Heat have a lot of ifs and buts. Also I think they would want to move Jermaine O'Neal's corpse as well. If Beasley/Chalmers make that jump, look out. PREDICTION: 6th in the Eastern Conference
4. Washington Wizards- KEY PLAYERS: SG Gilbert Arenas SF Caron Butler PF Antwan Jamison OUTLOOK: If Agent Zero stays healthy, they could be better than my prediction but who knows, watch out for Andray Blatche too. PREDICTION: 7th in the Eastern Conference
5. Charlotte Bobcats- KEY PLAYERS: SF Gerald Wallace PG Raymond Felton C Tyson Chandler OUTLOOK: This may be Larry Brown last run, they do not have what it will take to keep up with this division. PREDICTION: 14th in the Eastern Conference
-Charlie.
1. Orlando Magic- KEY PLAYERS: C Dwight Howard, SG Vince Carter, PG Jameer Nelson OUTLOOK: Probably the most interesting team in the Eastern Conference with the addition of Carter who is looking to make a name for himself again. I think they are a real threat to be back in the Finals. PREDICTION: 2nd in the Eastern Conference
2. Atlanta Hawks- KEY PLAYERS: SG Joe Johnson SF Josh Smith PF Al Hortford OUTLOOK: The Hawks had a successful year last year and they have Johnson in a contract year plus they seem to have very good team chemistry. The Hawks still have a reliable point guard in Mike Bibby as well. PREDICTION: 4th in the Eastern Conference
3. Miami Heat- KEY PLAYERS: SG Dwayne Wade, PF Michael Beasley, PG Mario Chalmers OUTLOOK: Wade should have another MVP-like season but the Heat have a lot of ifs and buts. Also I think they would want to move Jermaine O'Neal's corpse as well. If Beasley/Chalmers make that jump, look out. PREDICTION: 6th in the Eastern Conference
4. Washington Wizards- KEY PLAYERS: SG Gilbert Arenas SF Caron Butler PF Antwan Jamison OUTLOOK: If Agent Zero stays healthy, they could be better than my prediction but who knows, watch out for Andray Blatche too. PREDICTION: 7th in the Eastern Conference
5. Charlotte Bobcats- KEY PLAYERS: SF Gerald Wallace PG Raymond Felton C Tyson Chandler OUTLOOK: This may be Larry Brown last run, they do not have what it will take to keep up with this division. PREDICTION: 14th in the Eastern Conference
-Charlie.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
NBA Preview: Atlantic Division
The Atlantic Division is one that will not be much of a race and I only have one of their teams in the playoffs right now.
1. Boston Celtics: KEY PLAYERS: PF Kevin Garnett, SF Paul Pierce, SG Ray Allen OUTLOOK: The Celts have a chance to bring back that 2007 swagger because they have a healthy KG plus Rasheed Wallace coming off the bench. In addition, Boston will be the most badass team in the NBA this year. PREDICTION: 1st in the Eastern Conference
2. Philadelphia 76ers: KEY PLAYERS: PF Elton Brand, SF Andre Igoudala, PG Lou Williams OUTLOOK: The Sixers look like they have a chance at the playoffs but I feel they really screwed themselves with the Jrue Holiday pick this year. Also I dont trust Brand to stay healthy. PREDICTION: 9th in the Eastern Conference.
3. Toronto Raptors: KEY PLAYERS: PF Chris Bosh, SF Hedo Turkolgu, PG Jose Calderon OUTLOOK: Expect a huge year from Bosh in a contract year but I think Hedo will not work out at all for the Raptors. This is a huge year for the Raptors to keep their franchise players which I dont think happens. PREDICTION: 10th in the Eastern Conference.
4. New York Knicks: KEY PLAYERS: PG Nate Robinson, PF David Lee PF Al Harrington OUTLOOK: The Knicks are going to hope that they have one more year and then it will all change. This year will not be pretty again with no real true scorer. PREDICTION: 12th in the Eastern Conference.
5. New Jersey Nets: KEY PLAYERS: PG Devin Harris, C Brook Lopez, SG Courtney Lee OUTLOOK: It could be an ugly year for them and once the Moscow Assassin take over Lawrence Frank will be fired plus the team will be brand new in a couple years. PREDICTION: 15th in the Eastern Conference.
-Charlie.
1. Boston Celtics: KEY PLAYERS: PF Kevin Garnett, SF Paul Pierce, SG Ray Allen OUTLOOK: The Celts have a chance to bring back that 2007 swagger because they have a healthy KG plus Rasheed Wallace coming off the bench. In addition, Boston will be the most badass team in the NBA this year. PREDICTION: 1st in the Eastern Conference
2. Philadelphia 76ers: KEY PLAYERS: PF Elton Brand, SF Andre Igoudala, PG Lou Williams OUTLOOK: The Sixers look like they have a chance at the playoffs but I feel they really screwed themselves with the Jrue Holiday pick this year. Also I dont trust Brand to stay healthy. PREDICTION: 9th in the Eastern Conference.
3. Toronto Raptors: KEY PLAYERS: PF Chris Bosh, SF Hedo Turkolgu, PG Jose Calderon OUTLOOK: Expect a huge year from Bosh in a contract year but I think Hedo will not work out at all for the Raptors. This is a huge year for the Raptors to keep their franchise players which I dont think happens. PREDICTION: 10th in the Eastern Conference.
4. New York Knicks: KEY PLAYERS: PG Nate Robinson, PF David Lee PF Al Harrington OUTLOOK: The Knicks are going to hope that they have one more year and then it will all change. This year will not be pretty again with no real true scorer. PREDICTION: 12th in the Eastern Conference.
5. New Jersey Nets: KEY PLAYERS: PG Devin Harris, C Brook Lopez, SG Courtney Lee OUTLOOK: It could be an ugly year for them and once the Moscow Assassin take over Lawrence Frank will be fired plus the team will be brand new in a couple years. PREDICTION: 15th in the Eastern Conference.
-Charlie.
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