Spitballing the playoffs

Friday, February 05 2010

On the radio yesterday, Jazz broadcaster David Locke asked me to tell him which eight teams would make the playoffs in the West, and in what order. It was a total ambush. And let's be honest, between now and then there will be winning streaks, injuries, coaching changes, trades and other surprises. It's a crazy time to play this game.

But it's fun! So let's get to it. I'm pretty sure this is what I rattled off:
Lakers The only obvious pick. Jazz Perhaps I have been hypnotized by their recent play. But that team is humming. Nuggets The West's second-best team before the Jazz went crazy. Mavericks Even though owner Mark Cuban says his team sucks right now. Spurs The tank looks empty, but tanks can be re-filled. Right? Have to believe they'll figure something out, possibly via trade. Suns Steve Nash won't really miss the playoffs, will he? Blazers...
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