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12-06-2018, 04:13 PM
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NBA Finals April 24th, 2022 Knicks tear through NBA Playoffs New York, NY - Just one season ago, New York shocked the Eastern Conference by winning ten games, punching their ticket into the NBA Playoffs after going six and twenty two over the combined two prior seasons. In the NBA Playoffs, the Knicks defeated Chicago, Brooklyn, and finally top seeded Toronto, earning themselves the Eastern Conference Championship. One year later, the New York Knicks won eleven games, a second Eastern Conference Championship, and now, the 2021 NBA Championship, how's that for surprising... When all is said and done, however, the nitty gritty tells a story of a team that should be far from doubted, and really, never should have been from the start. Kristaps Porzingis is the best stretch four in the league, if not, a top five player in the entire NBA. The Latvian product absolutely decimated Atlanta and Cleveland, averaging forty one and a half between the two contests, before nearly topping thirty in a 106-98 win over Chicago to head back to the NBA Finals for the second year in a row. In the Finals, the depth of New York took reigning two-time MVP, Stephen Curry, by storm. Golden State had no answer for the onslaught of Porzingis, combined with Hardaway Jr, Knox, McDaniels, Dunn, Dinwiddie, Ntilikina, Robinson, and Gafford. The talented platoon style, mixed in with one of the league's best superstar talents, was a surefire recipe for the biggest prize of them all. The New York Knicks are your 2021 NBA Champions. Playoffs Bracket  So, the Knicks defeated the Warriors in the NBA Finals, but how exactly did we get there? In the first round, neither team had any sort of issue with their opponent, downing eighth seeded Memphis and Atlanta quite handily. The second, third, and fourth seeds, however, found mixed results. In the West, Dallas and the Lakers succumbed to Sacramento and Minnesota's elite front courts in Towns, Cousins, Gobert, and Bagley. Houston managed to take down the Clippers, but even a win from Los Angeles wouldn't have been an upset. Out East, Chicago's stout defense was annihilated by Giannis Antetokounmpo who had forty four, but the rest of Milwaukee couldn't do their part and the Bucks were sent packing. Philly finally rose to the playoff occasion and beat Brooklyn, while Indiana's Durant and Oladipo took the higher seeded upset loss to Cleveland, 125-114, thanks in large part to Kevin Love and Collin Sexton's two double-doubles. In the four Conference Semi-Final contests, Golden State and New York, once again found no issue with their competition, defeating Houston and Cleveland with ease. In arguably the most exciting matchup of the round, Chicago's Lauri Markkanen, Wendell Carter Jr, and Isaiah Thomas, went for twenty plus a piece, defeating Joel Embiid, Ben Simmons, and Markelle Fultz, from Philly. Simmons ended with just three points in thirty two minutes. The final Semi-Final contest featured two of the scariest front courts in the league as Minnesota's Towns and Gobert emerged victorious over Cousins and Bagley, 103-90. The stage was set, top seeded Golden State versus a surprising and surging seventh seed Minnesota, and top seeded New York, versus second seeded Chicago, who employed a very similar game style to that of the Knicks. Though things got off to a neck and neck start for Golden State, Curry eventually found his way, along with Klay Thompson, defeating the Timberwolves, 125-118. On the other side of the bracket, Kristaps led the charge, while Kevin Knox recorded a double-double and Jaden McDaniels posted nearly a triple-double in the Knicks' 106-98 win over Chicago for the Eastern Conference Championship. As stated above the bracket, the rest is history, congratulations New York.
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12-06-2018, 04:43 PM
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Notable Retirement April 25th, 2022 Legends never die Akron, OH - Ladies and gentlemen, 'The King' has left the building... After eighteen seasons as one of the greatest players to ever play the game of basketball, LeBron James has officially announced his retirement from the NBA. James' retirement comes just one day removed from the conclusion of the 2021 NBA Season, in which his Los Angeles Lakers won nine games, but took a surprising first round loss to Sacramento. In a short statement released by James, the outcome of the Los Angeles season had no impact on his final decision to call it a career. "Cleveland, Los Angeles, and Miami, have been my NBA homes and I will forever be grateful for each one of them. Cleveland raised me, Miami matured me, and Los Angeles re-inspired me, I'll always be a part of those places. This past season did not go as planned, but we learned a lot together, and it's time to watch the next generation of Los Angeles Lakers take the leash." Many experts note James was far from satisfied with his tenure in Los Angeles, especially with how poorly the Lakers' front office managed the roster, failing to add another key superstar to pair with James through Free Agency and the NBA Draft. The Lakers never once made it to the Western Conference Finals, losing twice to Houston, and once to Sacramento, in their most recent opportunity. The loss of LeBron James delivers what could be a catastrophic blow to the Lakers who have just Lonzo Ball and Brandon Ingram as the mainstays of their roster. The future of the Los Angeles Lakers is definitely a major question mark. LeBron James Statistics
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12-07-2018, 06:36 PM
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Knicks winning but taking it from you, it's tough for me
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NBA Offseason Recap June 20th, 2022 Blazers continue major rebuild behind Foster Portland, OR - It's been three years now of picking in the top five, but the Trail Blazers have still not gotten things together. The franchise has accumulated an embarrassing record of 8-48 over the last four seasons, despite the aforementioned wealth of talent being drafted in. Portland will now look to (R) Michael Foster for answers, banking on the six foot ten, forward, to get the job done, alongside James Wiseman, Damian Lillard, and CJ McCollum. NBA Draft Results
Next on the block was Patrick Baldwin Jr, who fell nicely into the lap of the Wizards, despite the Eastern Conference affiliate winning five games last season. Washington has certainly had an up and down journey thus far, going winless in 2019, but fighting back the following two seasons for five and six wins, respectively. Baldwin will join Brandon Boston Jr as the young front court duo behind Otto Porter Jr, the veteran. Terrence Clarke, Jaden Harding, and Zion Harmon, round out the top five. The big winner easily has to be Detroit who add a ready-to-go talent behind Clarke. The Pistons have certainly been tanking themselves and finally acquire the pick the were after, so it'll be an interesting season in the Motor City. Other notable draft selections include: Frank Kepnang joining Russell Westbrook, Paul George, and Dennis Schroder, in Oklahoma City, AJ Griffin Jr, hopefully being the answer to New Orleans' back court woes, and Dillon Coleman, a potential aid to Kyle Lowry and the Raptors who missed out on last season's playoffs. NBA Free Agency Miami opens up their checkbook
Another year, another relatively quiet Free Agency. For a class that could have potentially seen moves from Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyrie Irving, Deandre Ayton, Joel Embiid, Jimmy Butler, Gordon Hayward, and Andrew Wiggins, this season's class was headlined by Lonnie Walker's move from San Antonio to the Heat, in hopes of rebuilding the South Florida squad. That wasn't the only move Miami made, however, as the Heat also hauled in Jakob Poeltl and Cedi Osman, hoping the three can pair up with John Collins and Tre Mann to bring some fortune after four straight missed postseasons. While one could argue this Miami heat is one of the better rosters they've had since 2018, it's still a long shot for being a candidate in the East. Malik Monk made headlines last season as he said goodbye to Charlotte and signed a one year deal with Brooklyn, helping the Nets get back to the playoffs where their journey would end by the hands of Philly. It appears Monk has called it quits in the East as he officially heads down to New Orleans, joining up with Anthony Davis and the Pelicans. The rich get richer in New York as Malik Beasley joins an already stacked back court with the Knicks. The defending champs will now feature Beasley as the go-to man in front of Dunn, Ntilikina, Dinwiddie, and Hardaway Jr. Scary, right? Rounding out the notable moves is Bam Adebayo and Malcolm Brogdon, who will join two very different franchises, suffering from the same results. Both Boston and Charlotte have been rough the last two years, but there's virtually no excuse on Earth that Boston can muster up. The 2018 NBA Champions have been downright disgusting in terms of results with their talent on hand, hoping Brogdon can revamp a back court that lost Terry Rozier to Minnesota, this offseason. Charlotte definitely took a turn for the worst after losing Malik Monk last season to Brooklyn, but are banking on the former Miami man to turn things around for the better.
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12-10-2018, 11:25 AM
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12-10-2018, 12:13 PM
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Golden State Preview September 20th, 2022 Golden State eyes NBA Championship Oakland, CA - The 2022-2023 NBA Schedule & Roster have been released from Golden State today for the upcoming NBA Season. After back-to-back Western Conference Championship appearances, including, of course, last season's victory, the Warriors' organization has only one goal on it's mind: NBA Championship. It's go big or go home time in Golden State as the window of opportunity begins to narrow behind Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson's age. While the reigning two-time Most Valuable Player is still arguably the best player in the league and undoubtedly the best point, the thirty four year old resigned for just two more seasons with Golden State in the offseason, indicating the end may come around thirty six. Klay, all of thirty two, is also signed on for just two more years, likely only earning a one or two year deal following his current maximum contract. Last season, Golden State looked primed for completing the dream regular season at eleven wins. Unfortunately, two hiccups to finish out their final four stunted those hopes, but the new season brings another opportunity. The Warriors will begin the season with a very exciting matchup vs. the Clippers, a contest that went to three overtimes last season, ending with a Golden State victory. Following the opener, the Warriors will take on two capable opponents in Denver and Houston, before heading North to Portland, taking on first overall pick, (R) Michael Foster. The middle section of the schedule will feature back-to-back matchups against Phoenix and Minnesota, definite season defining games, before seeing the Kings, Spurs, and Grizzlies, whom Golden State should take victories over with relative ease. NBA experts project the Warriors to once again finish with double digits in the win column and currently estimate Golden State to have the best odds at taking the Western Conference Championship, once again. Golden State Schedule
Golden State Roster Best Talent: Stephen Curry Best Playmaker: Stephen Curry Best Shooter: Stephen Curry Best Defender: Jordan Bell Best Rebounder: Trayce Jackson-Davis
If there seems to be some roster turnover, that is because the Warriors have changed two fifths of their starting lineup and added in five new additions to the pine for the 2022 NBA Season. Two of the biggest newcomers are (R) Jabari Smith, selected twenty ninth overall, and Willie Cauley-Stein, the former Sacramento King. Golden State chose to not resign Jacob Evans III and Will Baker, two though-to-be integral pieces for the Warriors' Western Conference Finals win, last season. NBA Coach of the Year, Steve Kerr, commented on the offseason moves: "Jake and Will devoted a lot to this organization and their efforts did not go unrewarded as we took home the West, last year. As a team, we felt we needed to bring in a different look to the Small Forward position and Jabari fits all the things we need in that area. Willie was one of our main targets in Free Agency. While we lose the height of Baker, we makeup for that in athleticism behind Cauley-Stein." Golden State also added Josh Green, former Lottery Pick from Phoenix in the 2020 NBA Draft, Derrick Rose, Avery Bradley, and Tyreke Evans, who have all entered the final lap of their NBA careers. The Warriors will feature (R) Jabari Smith in the lineup, the first time a rookie will see Small Forward starting minutes since Jacob Evans in 2018.
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2022 Power Rankings October 14th, 2022 Knicks add to loaded lineup ESPN.com - Similar to Phoenix, the New York Knicks come into the 2022 NBA Season with their 2021 NBA Championship roster healthily intact, and then some. The Knicks have officially added Malik Beasley to their back court, a talent that will surely only improve Kris Dunn, Tim Hardaway Jr, Frank Ntilikina, and Spencer Dinwiddie, as if there was any room to improve the talented platoon. New York will look to avoid the post NBA Championship slump like the Suns, Rockets, and Celtics, have experienced. Without further ado, here are the 2022 NBA Power Rankings: Eastern Conference #1 New York Knicks 2018 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 10-4 (Eastern Conference Champions) 2021 Record: 11-3 (NBA Champions) 2022 Projection: 11-3
New York's run over the last two seasons is sensational, to say the least. Back-to-back NBA Finals, including, of course, their victory last season. The Knicks added Malik Beasley to their back court in hopes to strengthen one of the deepest groups in the league, supplementing NBA Finals MVP, Kristaps Porzingis, in the front. As long as the NBA Championship curse doesn't hit the Knicks, this New York squad should be primed for another deep playoff run. #2 Philadelphia 76ers 2018 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 11-3 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 10-4 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2022 Projection: 11-3
The Process finally made it past the first round, but of course, they got bounced in the second by Chicago. Successful season? Not entirely, at least not with this star studded roster on deck. Philly has been a massive disappointment for the last four years, but as long as Evan Mobley and Vernon Carey Jr keep improving, the Sixers are just going to keep getting more talented. Double digit wins should be on tap, once again. #3 Chicago Bulls 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 14-0 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2020 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 11-3 (Eastern Conference Finalist) 2022 Projection: 9-5
Over the last three years, Chicago has put together a 35-13 record (including playoff games) with an Eastern Conference Finals and a perfect, fourteen win season. They could not get past New York for their first trip to the NBA Finals, but few doubt their ability to get back into the mix. The Bulls still lack a superstar, but Wendell Carter Jr should definitely instill fear into the rest of the league, the man can ball. #4 Cleveland Cavaliers 2018 Record: 9-5 (Eastern Conference Finalist) 2019 Record: 8-6 (Eastern Conference Finalist) 2020 Record: 6-8 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 9-5 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2022 Projection: 9-5
The Collin Sexton led Cavs defeated Durant and his Pacers to get to the Eastern Conference Semi-Finals. While it's not banner raising, the Cavaliers have been nothing short of consistent since the departure of LeBron four years ago. Two Eastern Conference Finals, a Semi-Finals, and another playoff bid, pretty good considering the aforementioned. Sexton, Turner, Love, and a mix of capable role players (including the new addition of Marcus Smart) should be a recipe for another eight win season, at the least. While the Cavs don't bring the same talent level as New York or Philly, they are a very dangerous dark horse. #5 Indiana Pacers 2018 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 8-6 (Eastern Conference Champions) 2020 Record: 8-6 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2021 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 9-5
The legacy of Durant in Indiana may end with their Eastern Conference Finals run two years ago. The Pacers are still a good team, but their loss to Cleveland in last year's NBA Playoffs doesn't bode much confidence for the future. It's getting a little old saying, 'where there's a Durant, there's a way', because, to be quite frank, Durant hasn't always been the standout on this squad, that goes to Oladipo. Nonetheless, the two aforementioned talents should get Indy to at least eight wins through the regular season grind, KD hasn't dipped below that total in his three seasons with the club. #6 Washington Wizards 2018 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 0-14 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 8-6
Washington's inconsistency over the last few seasons is about to pay dividends. Yes, John Wall, Bradley Beal, and Otto Porter, have aged, but Wall is still only thirty two, there's some gas left in that tank. Scottie Lewis has gotten darn good and nobody is doubting the ability of this year's second overall selection, Patrick Baldwin. We haven't seen the Wizards muster up eight wins since 2018, but the probability of getting there is definitely higher than ever. #7 Boston Celtics 2018 Record: 8-6 (NBA Champions) 2019 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 8-6
On a glass half-full approach, Boston finally sees some roster turnover as Terry Rozier, Marcus Smart, and Marcus Morris, all say their goodbyes. In their place comes Malcolm Brogdon, from Milwaukee, and three former first rounders in Antoine, Cunningham, and Hoard. Boston collected quite a few draft picks in the early goings, so it's finally time to see what the trio of young guns have to offer. Boston also has a couple of other young potential on tap, deeper into their roster, but it'll take some time for them to work their way up with Brown, Tatum, and Hayward, still on deck. There isn't a more frustrating team in the East to watch struggle, given their talent, so hopefully the 2018 NBA Champions gain some confidence behind Brogdon and the new guys. #8 Atlanta Hawks 2018 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 10-4 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 7-7
Notice a trend in records? Atlanta hitting seven wins is probably one of the more sure bets in the East, given their track record, and if you want to top it off, a first round exit is probably in store for the Hawks, as well. Trae Young has blossomed into a stud, and while he has a capable team, Atlanta probably needs a slam dunk Free Agent or NBA Draft pick to really come into their own. This young team has time as long as they keep resigning their core... Focus on Young, Atlanta, his contract is up for grabs. #9 Brooklyn Nets 2018 Record: 7-7 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2019 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 7-7 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2021 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 6-8
Brooklyn's eight win season and subsequent bid into the NBA Playoffs shouldn't have come as a surprise last season. With the addition of Malik Monk and the young guns in Nico Mannion and Josiah James, Brooklyn had quite the mix. Unfortunately, Monk's one year tenure came to an end in the offseason as he chose to not resign with the club and leaves Brooklyn with Gary Trent Jr as his replacement. While not bad, he isn't Monk, and this will show. Brooklyn once again has a ceiling capable of a playoff bid, but also a floor capable of maybe five wins. #10 Toronto Raptors 2018 Record: 10-4 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2019 Record: 10-4 (Eastern Conference Semi-Finalist) 2020 Record: 12-2 (Eastern Conference Finalist) 2021 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 6-8
Last season was more than a forgettable one in Toronto. Kawhi Leonard and the Raptors hauled in just six wins after a combined record of 32-10 over the prior three seasons, missing the postseason for the first time. On top of this, regression has hit this once lethal defensive lineup pretty hard & that's not something that will slow down. Dallan Coleman should provide some youth into the front eight, but to be honest, it might not be enough. The Raptors look way more primed for a rebuild than a run, seven wins is somewhat questionable, so let's go with six again, even with Leonard. #11 Orlando Magic 2018 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 6-8
Orlando has unfortunately been the definition of mediocre over the last four years. They have not added anybody notable through Free Agency and besides Mo Bamba, their draft picks have panned out similar to their records, rather average. Bamba once again can battle the inside well enough to get these guys in the six win range, but that's really it, Orlando doesn't have the ammo to battle anyone higher up. #12 Charlotte Hornets 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 4-10 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 5-9
Like Atlanta, Charlotte is a pretty sure thing to get somewhere around their constant win mark of six. Kemba Walker, Miles Bridges, and Cole Anthony, are good, plus the addition of Bam Adebayo, but it's difficult to put the Hornets above Orlando, Toronto, or Brooklyn. It would be nice to see Charlotte move some bigger pieces in and out with their roster in this coming offseason, they need a splash to make a dash. #13 Milwaukee Bucks 2018 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 4-10 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 5-9
Look! The Bucks made the playoffs with the additions of Bam Adebayo and Jakob Poeltl! However, in classic Milwaukee front office fashion, the organization failed to retain the two guys who aided Giannis is getting back to the playoffs. Milwaukee, you're a mess, and there is no way this roster is getting you back. It's sad seeing Giannis tied up in this organization in his later twenties, but he's already shown he's all-in when it comes to the Bucks, the 'Greek Freak' isn't going anywhere. #14 Miami Heat 2018 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 4-10
What's good, Miami? The Heat finally made some noise in the offseason, following Goran Dragic's retirement, choosing to add Lonnie Walker, Cedi Osman, and Jakob Poeltl. Notice something? That's right, Osman and Poeltl have been definite playoff indicators for the last few seasons, and Lonnie Walker has never gotten a true back court opportunity since he's had DeRozan and Murray taking his minutes in San Antonio. It's not right to jump a team who has won six games in the last two years to anywhere notable, but there's definitely some curiosity going on with this roster. Ceiling? Five wins. Downside? Same ole' Miami, three wins. Projection? Somewhere in between. #15 Detroit Pistons 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 3-11
Blake Griffin and company won three games for the second year in a row, saw a major regression with Draymond Green, and a slight one with Josh Hart, but at least saw Tre Jones grow a bit. Third overall selection, Terrence Clarke, is definitely the future beyond Jones, as well as Bruno Fernando, who finally made his way out to Detroit after being tied up with Washington, seeing no playing time. Ideally, Detroit should tank another season and collect another top draft pick & go from there, this roster isn't ready to take off just yet. Western Conference #1 Golden State Warriors 2018 Record: 11-3 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 9-5 (Western Conference Finalist) 2021 Record: 12-2 (Western Conference Champions) 2022 Projection: 12-2
If there's anything Stephen Curry or Klay Thompson haven't done, it's age. Now into his mid-thirties, Stephen Curry racked up back-to-back MVP seasons, whilst leading the Warriors to their first Western Conference Championship after coming up short the season prior vs. Phoenix. The never disappointing Batman & Robin duo will be at it again, with a few changes to the roster, but all the same momentum. Double digit wins? Definitely. Western Conference Finals? See you there. NBA Championship? The time is now. #2 Phoenix Suns 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 8-6 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2020 Record: 10-4 (NBA Champions) 2021 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 11-3
The NBA Championship curse was at work once again as Phoenix sputtered to a 6-8 record last season, missing the playoffs. The former champs started off with a heart wrenching 1-8 record, but managed to win their final five in spectacular fashion to snag six wins. A possible looming annoyance was Deandre Ayton, who ended the season as a Free Agent, but ended up right back with Phoenix for the long haul. Penalizing the Suns for last season's results is warranted, but this roster's talent is too good to stay silent for another season. Phoenix can land right back in the NBA Playoffs and go for broke, watch out Golden State, they've beaten you there before. #3 Houston Rockets 2018 Record: 10-4 (Western Conference Champions) 2019 Record: 12-2 (NBA Champions) 2020 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 9-5 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2022 Projection: 9-5
Houston didn't quite make it to double digits last season, but nine wins and a second round finish is what the vast majority of the league would take 99% of the time. It's not safe to say the Rockets will never see the NBA Finals again with this roster, but it's hard to say there's a high chance. Houston is a solid regular season team thanks to the scoring of Harden and playmaking of Paul, but they always seem to come into the NBA Playoffs a bit weaker, evident by some of their blowout losses to Golden State over the last two years. A slam dunk Free Agent find would do wonders for this team that has some left in the tank, let's see it, front office. #4 Los Angeles Clippers 2018 Record: 4-10 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 8-6 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2021 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 9-5
The 'other' Los Angeles squad has been uber consistent in the regular season since Irving, Butler, and Barrett, came along. While they don't have much to say in the postseason, the emergence of last season's Rookie of the Year, Kai Jones, and the newly acquired Jahlil Okafor, is hopefully going to make the difference needed for a run. The Clippers don't have too low of a floor, but their ceiling for some reason seems limited. Nine wins and a second round exit shouldn't be shocking. #5 Minnesota Timberwolves 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 8-6 (Western Conference Finalist) 2022 Projection: 8-6
Minnesota proved their worth last season. After back-to-back first round losses, the addition of Rudy Gobert helped the 'Wolves top second seed Dallas, then Sacramento, before taking a close loss to Golden State in the Conference Finals. While they didn't have to see Golden State, Houston, or Los Angeles, in the early playoff rounds, they still beat some respectable competition. Minnesota's back court is questionable and the addition of Terry Rozier III probably won't make a world of difference, but as long as they can get to the postseason, it's game on, history shows a powerful front court does wonders in the postseason. Eight wins is fine for Towns and Co. #6 Sacramento Kings 2018 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 8-6 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2022 Projection: 8-6
Ask any team in the West what team they absolutely do not want to face... Most will first tell you Golden State, but almost all will agree the next is Sacramento. The Kings are big, fast, physical, aggressive, and downright talented. The weak spots on this roster are truly few and far between, and Jalen Green is transforming into a perennial superstar. The Kings can often lose their heads, which will certainly lead to some regular season losses, but they've got a chance to win a couple games in the playoffs. This roster isn't quite as talented as Phoenix, but they win in similar fashion. #7 Dallas Mavericks 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 4-10 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 10-4 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 8-6
As noted in last season's preview, Dallas is just plain. The ten wins they mustered up last season just seemed to sneak up on the standings, and after their first round loss to Minnesota, the rest of the league forgot about the second seeded team rather quickly. There isn't a whole lot of attitude on this team or swagger, and that's definitely something that can go a long way. The 'Mavs ceiling is probably around ten wins again, but their floor is about six or seven. Eight wins seems like a respectable amount for now. #8 Los Angeles Lakers 2018 Record: 7-7 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2019 Record: 8-6 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2020 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 9-5 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 7-7
Here's a slight gamble, but it's always important to keep an eye on a team after they lose an all-time legend, Hall of Fame, superstar, etc. Sometimes, the team bands together and really brings it, opening up different lanes of communication and teamwork that wasn't in place before. Lonzo has been dang good the last four years in the league and the addition of Anfernee Simons is only going to help. The oldest player on this roster is Kyle Kuzma at 27, so let that sink in for how this roster could grow together. A playoff bid is a real opportunity. #9 Memphis Grizzlies 2018 Record: 4-10 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 7-7 (First Round Exit) 2022 Projection: 7-7
Would you look at this, Memphis found themselves in the playoffs last season for the first time, just as predicted. The Grizzlies aren't going to make anybody stop in their tracks, but the poster child for Grit & Grind is a team that will make organizations take a deep breath before facing. Mike Conley is a raw Point, Jackson and Zion are big, fast, and physical, and Anthony Edwards has a bright future ahead. It's a toss up whether or not these guys can get back in the NBA Playoffs just due to question marks in the rest of the West, but seven wins seems realistic. #10 Oklahoma City Thunder 2018 Record: 12-2 (Western Conference Finalist) 2019 Record: 10-4 (First Round Exit) 2020 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 6-8
This prediction could easily go sideways, but the Thunder are going to miss the playoffs once again. A league low of ninety two PPG last season doesn't happen overnight, this has been a while in the making. Russ just hasn't been Russ since 2018 and at thirty four, there's a pretty good chance Russ isn't reaching his MVP level again. There's certainly some youth in Jaemyn Brakefield and Frank Kepnang, but one absolutely has the right to question this team following their very steady decline. Panic mode should be settling in for the Thunder faithful, things aren't looking too good. #11 Denver Nuggets 2018 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 4-10 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 8-6 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2021 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 6-8
Words have officially been eaten as last year's preview, noting Denver was back, was wrong. Despite some strong talents in Jokic, Porter Jr, and Murray, something is just off and a good ole' house cleaning needs to take place. Sometimes a talented roster just doesn't work out together and another sixish win campaign is in the cards for the Mile High City. #12 Utah Jazz 2018 Record: 8-6 (First Round Exit) 2019 Record: 10-4 (Western Conference Finalist) 2020 Record: 7-7 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 6-8
The loss of Gobert is more than likely keeping the Utah organization up and night as the first Rudy Gobertless season in Utah did not work out. The Jazz, like Denver, are talented, but this mix doesn't seem to be working. It's tough to predict Utah to anything better than six wins because their floor probably sits around five. A playoff bid would be surprising and finally give the Jazz something to get behind, that should be the only goal. #13 New Orleans Pelicans 2018 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 2-12 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 5-9
No, a five win season isn't something to write home about, however, New Orleans may have finally landed their answer in the back court with Malik Monk, fresh outta Brooklyn. The Pelicans have been without a solid back court leader for quite a while and with Davis, Barnes, Hurt, and Vucevic, in the front, five wins might be on the lower side for NOLA. #14 San Antonio Spurs 2018 Record: 9-5 (Western Conference Semi-Finalist) 2019 Record: 6-8 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 10-4 (First Round Exit) 2021 Record: 5-9 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 3-11
With the retirement of LaMarcus Aldridge and the shipping of Lonnie Walker to Miami, it seems as though San Antonio is entering a rebuild. Adding Jusuf Nurkic was probably a mistake, but for some reason, most NBA front offices refuse to admit they are no longer in a 'win now' situation. Dejounte Murray is 26, Musa is 23, Whitney is 22, Frazier is 26, and their most recent draft selection, Paolo Banchero, is 19. Give the young guns the minutes, get a nice pick, and come back swinging in the next two seasons. #15 Portland Trail Blazers 2018 Record: 1-13 (Missed Playoffs) 2019 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2020 Record: 3-11 (Missed Playoffs) 2021 Record: 1-13 (Missed Playoffs) 2022 Projection: 2-12
It's getting to the point in Portland where it's not even a rebuild anymore, it's just a draft factory. The Blazers have now secured two of the top overall selections in the last four years, not to mention Jalen Johnson, a former top five pick, and still have nothing to show for it. Portland could easily burst out and go on a run because of all this talent, but let's be real, they are more likely to land another top pick instead of a playoff bid. Sorry Portland faithful, it's another year down in the cellar.
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Re: Lord of the Rings: A Golden State Warriors Dynasty (NBA 2K19)
Western Conference Power Rankings to be updated to the above post, shortly
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