The NBA season has been a crazy one! We've witnessed the many great things and the many flops. Linsanity emerged out of nowhere, the Bobcats being the worst NBA team ever, and much more! But, I'm really excited for the playoffs! This time of year always give me the chills and it's fun watching everyone. Although the Raptors aren't in again, all these teams are going to put forth some great series. These first round matchups could be the make or break of a franchise! We'll see! I'll be glued onto my television screen all day!
Anyways, here are my predictions for the East!
(1) Chicago Bulls vs (8) Philadelphia 76ers: I'll take the Bulls in 5 games for this 1st round matchup. I don't think the 76ers can handle them. The Bulls have a much more talented team overall and a defense that will give Philadelphia some problems. The 76ers wanted the Bulls in round 1 but I'm pretty sure they'll regret it soon.
(2) Miami Heat vs (7) New York Knicks: The Heat wreaked havoc this season and are poised for another long playoff run. To be honest, I still hate the team as a whole but I do love watching them. They're exciting to watch because they play well together. The Knicks are going to have a tough time here. I'll take the Heat in 5 as well. I think they are a much more scarier team than the Bulls and the Knicks are gonna find themselves an early exit. They'll be competitive but they won't win.
(3) Indiana Pacers vs(6) Orlando Magic: Playing without Dwight in this series is just enough that the Pacers will sweep them! Mark my words. I don't believe in magic this year and the Pacers are a young and upcoming team. They'll be running and gunning all over them.
(5) Atlanta Hawks vs (4) Boston Celtics: The Celtics are the higher seeded team due to the division title but the Hawks are given the home-court advantage. Although it has been a rough season for the old men in Boston, I do think they'll pull it out in the end. I'll take the Celtics over the Hawks in 6 games.
West side!
(1) San Antonio Spurs vs (8) Utah Jazz: The Jazz surprised many people this year. After the rollercoaster ride last year with the departure of Sloan and the trade of Williams. It seemed like eternity that this team would make it back to the postseason. Well, they definitely proved me wrong! Unfortunately for them, they're facing the Spurs. I think Utah will be competitive but lose in 7 games.
(2) Oklahoma City Thunder vs (7) Dallas Mavericks: This is an awkward first round matchup. Many believed this would be the west finals like last year but the shortened season really took a toll. I'll go out on a limb here and disagree with everyone else! I really do think the Thunder are going to win the series BUT I'll take the MAVS anyways. Mavs in 7 games! Go Vince Carter!
(3) LA Lakers vs (6) Denver Nuggets: The Lakers will win this series without a doubt. I think the experience, size and Kobe will be the deciding factors. I do think Denver will be competitive so I'll give them a few games. I'll take LA in 6!
(4) Memphis Grizzlies vs (5) LA Clippers: This is going to be the most exciting series!! I may be a bit biased since I love the Grizzlies but hey, who wouldn't want to watch two young teams climbing up the NBA ladder? Lob City will have problems with the Grizz and this is why I think Memphis will take it in 7 games. Home court is crucial!
I hope everyone agrees with me and if not, I wanna read your predictions!
