Laley23;1159747 wrote:Yeah I know. I dont care either. Though, it is funny when you get labeled a band-wagoner...when the other option was to not watch/follow/like the sport lol. Oh well.

This would be a very boring forum if we all liked the teams in our area. Basically, Pitt/Cleveland/Ohio.

hoops23;1160237 wrote:Read the Browns threads. You really think it'd be boring if we all liked the same team? Lol

hoops23;1027159 wrote:I skimmed through but didn't see a general NBA thread created. If I just missed it, my bad.

Either way, with the season upon us, what are some of your thoughts/predictions?

As we all know, a few teams began their season on XMas day, while everybody else is joining the fray Monday.

I'm thinking this is the year OKC gets out of the West. IMO, they are the most complete team now and have 3 legit stars on their team. (yes, I now consider James Harden a star)

As far as the East, I think the Heat are the obvious faves. The Bulls are very good and could give them a challenge, but when I look at the Bulls, I see the LeBron-led Cavs.

1 superstar player surrounded by a bunch of average players. No other star that can supplement consistent scoring. They run sets based on Rose taking his man in isolation, either looking to score for himself or setting up a teammate.

The Heat will be MUCH better this year. Good enough to win it all. The addition of Shane Battier didn't get much pub, but it was a very good addition to that team.

I also think the Clippers will be the best team in LA (albeit not by much). Lakers looked old and there is really no player outside of Kobe who is going to beat you on a consistent basis. They lack great depth this season as well. The whole CP3 blunder really set them back, especially losing LO for nothing.

If the Lakers can swing a deal for Howard, I'll change my tune a bit.

hoops23;1210767 wrote:Damn. lol.

Forgot all about that post.