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NFL Mock Draft 2009 Draft of 2009 Lacks Star Power NFL Draft 2009: Getting Started Super Bowl Well Worth Tuning In For
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Prospects On Center Stage NBA Preview 2008/09: Final Call
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NBA Awards And Playoff Predictions By Ron Jumper The NBA playoffs are about to get underway and I think this is going to be a great postseason. The East has 3 “heavyweights” in Cleveland, Boston, and Orlando. Who will emerge? How long will KG be out and what does it mean for Boston? Over in the West, the Lakers are the best team but everyone else is separated by just a few games. For example, if the Hornets win the series against Denver, is that really a mind-blowing upset? I wouldn’t think so. On the other side, if Chicago eliminates Boston or Philly eliminates Orlando, that would be a serious upset. Now, I’ve got some awards and playoff predictions to make. NBA Awards: MVP: LeBron James, Cleveland It has to be LeBron, as the Cavs have the best record in the league and the numbers are outstanding. **For the record, Dwyane Wade has had a magical year and should be recognized. Coach Of The Year: (Tie) 1a. Stan Van Gundy, Orlando The Magic won 59 games, which is even more impressive considering the loss of Jameer Nelson. 1b. Nate McMillan, Portland Consider the Trail Blazers win total has improved the last 4 years (21-32-41-54). ROY: Derek Rose, Chicago I’ll be honest, not the most amazing rookie class ever but Rose has played well. 6th Man of the Year: Jason Terry, Dallas Averaging just under 20 holding down the Mavs second unit. Defensive Player of the Year: Dwight Howard, Orlando Only the 5 player in history to lead the league in blocks and rebounds. Most Improved: Devin Harris, New Jersey In my mind, has established himself as an elite point guard. NBA Playoffs West: 1 Lakers Over 8 Jazz Utah lacks interior defense. 2 Nuggets Over 7 Hornets Goes to 7 games, but Carmelo has a big series. 6 Mavs over 3 Spurs Mild upset, not having Manu hurts. 5 Rockets over 4 Trail Blazers Houston much more experienced. East: 1 Cavs Over 8 Pistons Detroit has no shor. 2 Celtics Over 7 Bulls C’s survive a scare. 3 Magic Over 76ers Orlando swept season series. 4 Hawks Over 5 Heat Inexperience of Chalmers and Beasely makes the difference. NBA Finals: 1 Lakers Over 1 Cavs (In 6) The Lakers are the better team with the better coach and, dare I say, the best player in the game. Kobe, at this point, is much more experienced and will outshine LeBron. The Lakers have proven they can win in Cleveland, which is part of what makes the Cavs so tough. April 18, 2009 |
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Be Careful What You Wish For
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Jumpology: My Bracket Jumpology: Scouting The Heavyweights Jumpology: Reviewing The Bracket
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