Alright... let's get down to business!
What's everybody's pick for the upcoming season (east, west, NBA champions, etc)?
Out of the west: Kings
This is their year. They've got everything going for them: No Shaq, an almost unchanged starting lineup (sans-Divac, they're better in my opinion), and, as always, a dynamite collection of talent (C. Webb, Bibby, Peja, and Christy).
Possible problems: Timberwolves, any Game 7's they might encounter (they haven't won a game 7 since moving to Sac-town).
Failing that, there's going to be the usual powerhouses, the T. Wolves and the Spurs. Houston makes the playoffs (could be big later... but only if Mac and Yao mix well).
Out of the east: Detroit
I'm confident in them. With no changes to the starting line up and Darco Milicic getting some playing time (Brown hates rookies), they'll do well (and they'll last, with 'Sheed teaching Darco they've got a strong line up for years).
Possible problems: Shaq (6' 9" Ben Wallace could have some problems, although 'Sheed will be a lot of help). Even though Miami lost a lot of it's depth...
Failing that, other strong teams are the Pacers and Orlando. Miami makes the playoffs.
NoSubstance's Team to Watch: Orlando
Think about it. One of only four players to EVER average 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in his first three seasons (Stevie Francis),
Have to go babysit the neighbors... I'll update this later.
What's everybody's pick for the upcoming season (east, west, NBA champions, etc)?
Out of the west: Kings
This is their year. They've got everything going for them: No Shaq, an almost unchanged starting lineup (sans-Divac, they're better in my opinion), and, as always, a dynamite collection of talent (C. Webb, Bibby, Peja, and Christy).
Possible problems: Timberwolves, any Game 7's they might encounter (they haven't won a game 7 since moving to Sac-town).
Failing that, there's going to be the usual powerhouses, the T. Wolves and the Spurs. Houston makes the playoffs (could be big later... but only if Mac and Yao mix well).
Out of the east: Detroit
I'm confident in them. With no changes to the starting line up and Darco Milicic getting some playing time (Brown hates rookies), they'll do well (and they'll last, with 'Sheed teaching Darco they've got a strong line up for years).
Possible problems: Shaq (6' 9" Ben Wallace could have some problems, although 'Sheed will be a lot of help). Even though Miami lost a lot of it's depth...
Failing that, other strong teams are the Pacers and Orlando. Miami makes the playoffs.
NoSubstance's Team to Watch: Orlando
Think about it. One of only four players to EVER average 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists in his first three seasons (Stevie Francis),
Have to go babysit the neighbors... I'll update this later.