Porn Player

Dornado ruling needed. Lawyer this fool.

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El Shaqtus

I will counter with Dre Byers and whoever is next to him.

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RIP Coach Rick Majerus 12/1/12. You were the one that said it was OK to think big at SLU. You were right.

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AeroPlanino

Of course I would like the Jazz doing worse because of the pick, but I didn't expect them to stay in the lottery anyway. Nice to see Landros playing so awesome alongside Perry, Montgomery and Rogic.

As for the former Jazz players starting for me, Collins did quite well. 10.6 points, 3.3 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 3 steals, 1.7 TOs and 1 block in 32 minutes. Only concern is his shooting percentage (36.4%), but that'll hopefully improve with better team mates. Salters averaged 13/10 on 54% but turned the ball over way too often.

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BlakeJesus

It doesn't matter if he would say yes or no to it really, it was an internal decision to not make the offer because I didn't like the fit for my team. Him being enticed by the offer is a totally different (and irrelevant to what I was saying) subject.

We're also talking about a hypothetical package where what's actually involved in said package hasn't been established, so there's really no way to determine if it's a worthwhile offer to consider or not because it doesn't exist.

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Doubt Dornado trades Scates for anyone in the league except Caramel.

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Dornado

Yeah, the Pippen comparison kind of put it over the top for me, I don't think I'll move him. We may name the stadium after him before his rookie season ends.

Mostly, I drew the #1 pick in one of my first seasons of v.2 and traded it away, always regretted that.

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Dissonance

Too much overthinking on a nonsensical comment about a hypothetical deal.



Excellent blog post, KJ.

BlakeJesus

Oh yeah, you made that deal with Tooeasy that landed him Fisher. Definitely forgot about that, you've had some good luck with draft picks considering you're generally a playoff team (I remember a season or two ago our teams were the only two to have not missed the playoffs in 3.0).

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Goulet's podcast, BJ's article, KJ's article, another podcast on the way....

Life is good.

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+1

This league is the bees knees

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King Joseus

You know, I had just gotten over the first round exit (even if it was seven games against the Thunder, that hurt) and had my Jazz homer goggles on for next season thinking that we'd come back stronger with a full season from Detlef Landros...and then I heard the news that we had traded Rick Damen. Man, this hurts.

Damen, of course, was drafted along with Travis Perry and Ivanos Rogic in the 2018 KVBL Draft. Yes, the draft that took us from being a putrid lotto team that averaged twenty wins over a three year span to the team that has averaged 44 wins and made the playoffs every season (albeit with painful first round exits in all but one year). All of us Jazz fans thought those three would be here until they retired, and Damen held a special place in our hearts for his tough, scrappy play and the occasional picture like the one above from nights out celebrating wins. Seven years and now he's gone.

His numbers won't impress any stat geeks out there, but his defense and toughness were instrumental in providing strength where Ray Lee (and, later, Landros) brought little or nothing. Notably, Damen was the best rebounder this team has seen in the last decade. He averaged more than ten in five of the six years he was the starter, and holds team records in both the regular season and playoffs. The past few years have seen an uptick in his efficiency, but now he'll be bringing that improved play elsewhere.

Worst of all, Damen is headed to a division rival in the Seattle SuperSonics. We've given the defending Western Conference champions a third big to shore up their rotation behind Eddie Green and Marakov Moncova. Wonderful. The trade itself is pretty clearly a salary cutting move, something that can at least somewhat be justified given the looming hard cap problems due to needing to re-sign Ray Lee and, hopefully, a slightly cheaper Drew Montgomery (if he bolts, well....crap). The draft pick is likely to be in the late teens or twenties, but that could be alright if the draft is a strong one.

That last trade with Seattle (the Green/Jennings trade) isn't viewed too well around here, but looking back it wasn't really all that bad. The Sonics got Green and the picks that would become Norman Ferris and Tom Timrhaus for Tim Jennings and the pick that would become Stan Smith. Smith is quickly becoming the "next big thing" around here with fans claiming he'll be a stud, and he might just be able to make that not so laughable if he can toughen up his defense. Considering that Tim Jennings was flipped for the pick that became sharpshooter Doug Tinsley, I think that deal really didn't kill us in the long run (though man will opinions change fast if the Sonics win with Eddie Green as their starting power forward). Of course, Norman Ferris and Tom Timrhaus were returned in this deal (and quickly had their contracts terminated). Veteran guard Eric Gordon isn't what he once was (as evidenced by his playoff performances for Seattle off the bench), but he's not terrible to have waving towels next to Howard Dwight.

It remains to be seen what the team's plans are for this offseason, but you've got to believe that this move was made with an eye on long term contracts for Lee and Montgomery. The extra room will hopefully also be used to acquire another rotation big to backup both starters (or to start next to Landros to keep Lee's scoring punch off the bench). If not, we'll be looking at the very untested Al Hilton to play minutes he might not be ready for just yet.

Happy trails, Rick. We'll remember the good times and wish you the best (as long as the Jazz aren't in your path). I know Perry and Rogic are going to miss having you around.


Portland Trail Blazers - The Blazers crashed and burned pretty hard in the playoffs, and while it was fun for us to watch, we're not feeling so good after they brought in Mancin Tulker. Tulker's not at his peak, but he's not so far removed from it that he's no longer a force. If healthy, the Blazers will definitely be in the running for another Pacific Division title. They'll also be hungry to show that this year's first round exit to the Spurs was a fluke, motivation that could prove dangerous for the rest of the West.

Vancouver Lions - Vancouver brought in a strong offensive talent in Adrian Wallace through the draft, but the wear and tear of ten plus seasons on veterans Shaun Jacobs and Jerry Andrews could prove to be problematic (despite Chip Fookes' likely getting better yet again). We've seen firsthand that Fookes should never be counted out, but this current group probably isn't going to get past the second round. It will be an interesting offseason for them, especially if the hard cap proves to be a limitation on their desire to win.

Seattle SuperSonics - The Sonics are hoping to complete their rise by winning the 2026 KVBL Finals, and priority number one is locking up the trio of Marakov Moncova, Rama Rao pannu, and Eddie Green long term. Assuming that they do, they'll be bringing back their starting lineup that very well would have won it all if Walker Gilchrist hadn't gone down in the second quarter of Game 7. This team is dangerous and could be even more so if they find regular season consistency to the point of taking the top seed. The depth on the wings is a bit suspect, but the talent at the top is so good that it shouldn't matter.

Los Angeles Lakers - The Lakers were hotter than hell to close out the regular season, but ended up falling to Seattle in the Western Conference Finals. An improved rotation on the wings could finally get LA over the hump. Riley Thurman has to be nearing the end of his career, so you'd think that the Lakers are going to push hard to win it all before he's gone. Forest Katz may be ready to take a leap. The rest of the Pacific is going to have issues if he does.

Los Angeles Clippers - The Clippers are counting on internal improvement to finally push them into the playoffs next season, something necessitated by the state of their cap with all its fully guaranteed contracts. The point guard situation needs to be resolved, but otherwise the core remains young and talented. Robert Goodhue is good enough to be the man, and it may finally be time for him to assert himself as he reaches his prime. Rookie Cade Rookwell could be a useful bench piece as he looks to be all that Luigi Jinkins wasn't. The Clippers aren't that far away, but a trade might be what it takes to get them truly going.

Phoenix Suns - The Suns look to finally be preparing to rebuild. Lou Durham seems to be the only young piece that could stick around in the long term, which means next season is definitely going to be interesting. We'll see what approach they take, given that they don't have their own pick, but we'd expect them to at least put up a fight the way they did this past season. An active Suns front office could shake up the league, something that's already been demonstrated with Tulker landing in Portland.

Denver Nuggets - Denver comes out of the draft with two players expected to be among the best from this class, Sergei Pechenikov and DeRon Mackey. Pechenikov immediately provides Reggie Wright with some needed help inside, while Mackey could provide a spark off the bench or learn the ropes as a starter in what's likely to be another losing season. Tito Ortiz remains a popular discussion topic among fans of the league, with some believing he's on his way to making it. The former Killa Cross in his And1 days is going to need to learn to play within a team concept and cut down on his turnovers (and take less shots). If he does all of that, he could be a huge boost for Denver. We're not counting on it, but anything's possible.



Miami Heat - Miami is still partying hardy after winning its first KVBL Championship. Repeat?

Atlanta Hawks - The Hawks have some cap room for once...if somebody good opts to join Caramel and Frank in a big three, the league's in trouble (not that it wasn't already).

Boston Celtics - Xerxes is ready to take what he feels is his. A maximum contract and, then, the KJ Trophy. Boston will be back.

Washington Bullets - It may be time to retool around Cashman and Russell in DC. Stronger bench play would work wonders for this team as well.

Cleveland Cavaliers - Cleveland's future will hinge on whether or not Spence comes back to give it one more try. If not, they'll likely shuffle the deck around Barry Wagner.

Chicago Bulls - Scates got a taste of the KVBL playoffs and nearly had his team in the Finals as a rookie. The rest of the league needs to respect this team.

London Raptors - The Raptors' old man gambit didn't quite work out, leaving them with big questions about which direction to go. Crazy as it sounds, it might be time to trade Briscoe and start fresh.

Québec Sharks - The Sharks will be young next season, and likely not too good. Rookies will get some burn to show what they're worth, that's for sure.

Milwaukee Bucks - Milwaukee closed the season well, and a strong offseason for its players would likely be enough to push this team up a notch. We expect them to take a jump behind improved starter play.

Orlando Magic - Orlando was battling for a playoff spot for a while, but couldn't quite get it done. A full year from some of their midseason acquisitions could get them a low seed in the East, but they'll need to find the right lineup and stick with it.

New York Knicks - The Knicks suffered from injuries all season long, but optimism is high given the arrival of Jameson Smith. The biggest hole in their lineup is filled, so a healthy year should mean playoffs.

Brooklyn Nets - Brooklyn's still a work in progress for at least a season or two, but they'll continue to look to acquire assets and better position themselves for the future.

Philadelphia 76ers - Philly's youth movement continues with numerous draftees looking to compete for minutes. Scotty Clay figures to immediately be a factor for the 76ers.

Detroit Pistons - The Pistons are just as young and just as in need of an answer at PG as they were last year. Improvement is likely, but nothing drastic. They need a big offseason to change that.

Oklahoma City Thunder - Disappointing playoff run for OKC should see the team looking to reload and come back stronger. Maynard's not going anywhere, neither are they.

St. Louis Warriors - The Warriors look to be aiming for a new roster around star Dre Byers, something that could last for a couple of years. If they can maximize existing assets, it won't take too long. Byers might carry them to a decent record even without help.

Memphis Grizzlies - Duke Lazear comes to Memphis ready to do what he needs to do to lift the Grizzlies back into the postseason. Re-signings will be key this offseason if they don't want to fall back.

San Antonio Spurs - San Antonio's playoff run was impressive for such a young team, and they'll be looking to build on it next year with the same key players in place. A full season of Logan Heastie will help, though a strong offseason is still essential.

Minnesota Timberwolves - Minnesota found itself on the outside of the playoffs looking in, but lottery luck brightened their mood real quick. So many young talents in one place makes for some disgruntled guys on the bench, this team might want to look into cashing in some assets for a star.

Houston Rockets - Jude Parker's got a new running mate in Bart Hart, but there's not much else to say about this team. The front office has yet to come up with a plan to build around him, and until that happens they'll be a KVBL bottom feeder.

New Orleans Hornets - Under league control until new ownership arrives, New Orleans will try to start fresh behind Carlos Rivera. Victor Osborne will be leaned on more heavily, and his growth will be key if this team is to turn it around quickly.

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It's that time again, training camp is near and KVBL fans are salivating over what looks to be another phenomenal season. The defending champion Miami Heat return with just about the same lineup that won it all in the playoffs, while offseason player movement around the league has shaken things up enough to cause a stir. We'll get to that, but I know who butters our bread 'round these parts so it's time to talk about our Utah Jazz.

The Jazz finished last season at 47-35, earning the seventh seed in the Western Conference for that record. The first round matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder had its moments, but in the end the team fell in seven games to bring the streak of first round exits up to six. I'd rather forget about that if possible and focus on the good: we'll get a full season of Detlef Landros, our lineup returns almost entirely, and the team's youth should be better prepared to do damage off the bench this year. Let's break it down...

Point Guards

Drew Montgomery: Re-signed to a slightly more team friendly six year, $63 million contract this offseason, Montgomery is going to man the helm for the league's most efficient offense yet again. Coming off a season in which he averaged 5.8 PPG and 8.4 APG (2.5 TO/G), the goal this year for Montgomery will be to pick up his efficiency inside the arc when the defense breaks down and leaves him open. Defensively, Montgomery excels at stopping penetration, but his diminutive stature will once again be a problem when it comes to defending PGs that can shoot it outside. It should be another year of 5/1/8/1 on something in the neighborhood of 40% from Drew.

Carlton James: As the only other true point guard on the team, James is going to need to keep the offense running smoothly when Montgomery goes to the bench (foul trouble making that happen more often than you'd like). His rookie campaign was solid, but Carlton struggled from inside the arc - particularly when he tried to go to the basket. Assuming another year of twelve to fifteen minutes a night, James should chip in a few points and a couple of assists while hardly ever turning the ball over. 5/1/2/1 on 43% is probably about right.

PG composite: 10 PPG, 2 RPG, 10 APG, 2 SPG

Shooting Guards

Travis Perry: Despite his status as the alpha dog for Utah each season since being drafted, Perry has always been better suited to be a number two. A rough start to last season could perhaps be attributed to the heavy load finally taking its toll, but the arrival of Detlef Landros quickly got him back on track. One of the steadier players in the league, Perry should be right on track for another season in line with his season averages. 19/6/5/3 on 50% is just about a lock. Age may start catching up to Perry soon, but we don't think it'll be much of a factor this year.

Stan Smith: Glimpses of potential shined through the few times Stan was able to get any serious burn last year, and we'd expect a few more of those nights this year as Smith's role in the rotation is more secure. Size and strength allows for Smith to slot in at small forward, where he'll be spelling Ivanos Rogic on a nightly basis. This year will be important for Smith's development, so we're hoping it goes pretty well. The front office views Smith as a future starter once Perry and Rogic's run ends, and he'll have opportunities this year to reward that faith in him. 5/1/1 on 47% seems to be a good bet.

Doug Tinsley: Tinsley's sweet stroke calls to mind Howard Dwight's glory days, and the team will be counting on him to keep defenses honest when Ray Lee goes to work inside. Defense is definitely a weak spot for Doug, but it's apparent that coach Vinny Del Negro likes having him out there with the second unit and so the team will just have to deal with it. Not a guy that stuffs the stat sheet, a pedestrian 6/1/1/1 on 50% is going to have to cut it.

Eric Gordon: The veteran will only be called on if the team suffers an injury, so we aren't really expecting anything out of him this year. His mentorship could be quite valuable to Stan Smith, especially when it comes to finishing inside and drawing contact when that fails. A trip to the KVBL Finals with Seattle last season should also have the veteran hungry for more, something the team hopes will rally his teammates.

SG Composite: 30 PPG, 8 RPG, 7 APG, 4 SPG

Small Forwards

Ivanos Rogic: Rogic thrived next to Detlef Landros last season, and we'd expect the Germany/Croatia connection to give opponents fits yet again this year. Jazz decision makers were drooling over Rogic's potential when he came into the league, but time has shown that he was all but a finished product when he arrived. Still, the Jazz can't complain. Ivanos' ability to hit the three, draw fouls, and hit shooters with smart passes is key to the offense being so impossible to stop. A strong rebounding year from Rogic would do wonders for the team, but we're not going to predict one. Just the usual, ho hum 17/5/4/1 on 46%. Boring, right?

Howard Dwight: The aging sharpshooter remains a threat from outside, but his loss of speed and quickness (when there wasn't much to begin with) has rendered him nothing more than an assistant coach the past few years. The team could dust him off if injuries strike, but he'll otherwise keep on perfecting his towel waving form from the sidelines.

Willy Grant: This late first round pick is probably the least celebrated draft acquisition in recent history among Jazz fans. Hopes really aren't too high, even among the crazies, but the team will stash him for a few years to see if he can become an asset. I'd be shocked if he played a minute this year.

SF Composite: 17 PPG, 5 RPG, 4 APG, 1 SPG

Power Forwards

Detlef Landros: Landros spent his offseason working on his outside shot, perhaps convinced by coach VDN that you really can't ever have enough threes. Jokes aside, a slight uptick in makes from behind the arc wouldn't surprise us given that work. Still one of the best scorers in the KVBL, Landros will do all that he can to outclass his matchup to the point where his porous defense still nets a big plus on Utah's side. 26/10/2/1/1 on 50% is our projection.

Ray Lee: Ray was all smiles at the press conference where he and Montgomery talked about re-signing with the Jazz, and he'll be hungry to add a sixth season of 20+ PPG to his resume backing up the starting bigs for Utah. Lee worked on getting stronger this offseason to improve his defense, but we're not holding our breath on that one. He might have eclipsed Landros on that end by now, but that's not necessarily saying much. Thirty minutes a night should be about where Lee lands, which would give him plenty of time to drop 20/7/2/(0/)1 (hopefully at over 50%).

Bryce Raymond: This youngster was brought in to push Al Hilton for the spot behind Ray Lee in the big rotation, but early rumblings from the team indicate that neither man is likely to get minutes if the team remains healthy. Sound defense inside (albeit without much of any shotblocking) and very solid rebounding make Raymond a good depth signing that could pay dividends if anyone goes down.

PF Composite: 46 PPG, 17 RPG, 4 APG, 1 SPG, 2 BPG

Centers

Kyle Schultze: Schultze was a nice fit in St. Louis last season, doing the dirty work next to Dre Byers. The Jazz front office hopes he'll be able to do the same next to Detlef Landros (and Ray Lee), and will especially be counting on his rebounding to shore up a major team weakness. Efficient scoring and rebounding are just about all that Schultze does, so his line's going to be a bit plain and likely look something like 8/11 on 53%.

Al Hilton: The team had considered using Hilton as its starting center this year, but his lack of rebounding fundamentals was a concern and will likely keep him glued to the bench this year. If Al can boost his rebounding next offseason, he'll be in line to finally get some KVBL minutes. For now, he'll battle Bryce Raymond and Kyle Schultze in practice and continue working on his game.

C Composite: 8 PPG, 11 RPG, 1 BPG

Team Composite: 111 PPG, 43 RPG, 25 APG, 8 SPG, 3 BPG


Of course, those numbers aren't going to be spot on, but they do give you a ballpark look at what the team is likely to produce this year. The scoring might not reach that mark, but the team should yet again have a top three KVBL offense. Defense, well, bottom three. Rebounding remains a weakness (along with shotblocking), while ball movement is a strength. So, in other words, this Jazz team will look a lot like every Jazz team of the past seven years. Let's just hope it ends up working out a bit better.


Portland Trail Blazers - The Blazers should field a Wall/Everett/Clothier/Tulker/Moncova lineup that will terrorize opponents defensively and get a lot of easy points off of turnovers. The window for Portland as presently constituted is extended a bit by Cloth's only now entering his prime, but the age of this team makes it risky to expect them to keep it up all that much longer. The embarrassment of last year's first round exit is behind them, and the veteran leadership in place will keep this group focused on the only goal that matters: a KVBL championship. The likely division champion will yet again contend for the top seed and the elusive KJ Trophy.

Vancouver Lions - Vancouver is going to be a playoff team again, likely to be battling Seattle, Utah, and the Lakers for homecourt. Division wins are a must, but it is unclear if the talent around Fookes is going to be enough to do a lot of damage away from home. Grubbs will need to resist the urge to chuck up too many shots, as the offense should primarily flow through Fookes and Clay. As reliable and entrenched as Shaun Jacobs has been, the Lions might want to see what they can get for his expiring. The lineup just doesn't have enough oomph to truly challenge in the very tough Western Conference.

Seattle SuperSonics - The Sonics will be looking to take a third step forward this season, something that would mean they'd be bringing Seattle its first KVBL championship. Childs/Gilchrist/Pannu/Green/Moncova returns as the starting lineup, and an improved bench with Nielsen and Damen should allow the team to be a threat to Portland for Pacific supremacy. This core still has a year or few of contention if kept together, but the onus is on this team to take that next step and win it all. A definite contender.

Los Angeles Lakers - The Lakers continue to methodically push forward with their core, and this might finally be the year they get over the hump to win it all. The team's talent is more conducive to winning playoff games than regular season ones, but if they get hot they could certainly challenge the Sonics and Blazers. Veteran depth arrived this offseason in the form of Osyrus and Hale, and Katz's improvement along with that could be the final push needed. Definitely a threat and a team most don't want to see in the playoffs. This might be the last hurrah for this group if Riley Thurman retires or moves elsewhere, so the team will be doing its best to make it count.

Los Angeles Clippers - The Clippers will do their best to give the division another playoff team, but it will be tough. Levrino takes the reins for an offense that needed a leader, and Koznyshev arrives to wreak havoc off the bench (hopefully mostly on defense, for the Clippers' sake). This team doesn't really jump out at you anywhere, perhaps because of the businesslike nature of its best player. Goodhue is going to have to step it up yet again for this team to return to the postseason. It's going to be close.

Phoenix Suns - The Suns aren't horrendous, but in today's Western Conference they just aren't going to make the cut as a playoff team. Finnegan/Vasquez/Owens is a potent trio, and you can't discount LeBron, but that's just not good enough. A rebuild is probably for the best, but we expect the team to evaluate its talent a bit before going that route. It will definitely be an interesting season in Phoenix, but probably under forty wins.

Denver Nuggets - Denver got a bit of a talent infusion from this year's draft in Pechenikov and Mackey, but the roster could still use a lot of work. Talent-wise, they aren't so horribly deficient, but it's going to take some magnificent coaching for them to even approach the race for the playoffs. Most likely is another season among the dregs of the KVBL, with another lottery pick vaulting the Nuggets back into the picture next season. The front office would be wise to see what it can get for its aging assets.



Miami Heat - Repeats are rare in the KVBL, but the Heat will certainly be in position to win again. It will be hard for X to match his "rookie" season.

Atlanta Hawks - Spence and Caramel, huh? Yikes. Atlanta will be there at the end of the season, they've just got to avoid injuries or meltdowns in the playoffs.

Boston Celtics - Another 60 wins isn't outlandish to predict. Xerxes is going to need to be MVP-like to get them there, and that's likely.

Washington Bullets - Losing Williams is tough, but the Bullets are still a good team. Contending is likely out of the question right now, but they'll be playoff bound if healthy.

Cleveland Cavaliers - Cleveland's front office has been remarkably quiet, something that portends a number of moves in-season as the team either goes all in or starts it over.

Chicago Bulls - Scates is a monster. Changes might need to happen in the offseason for this team to take the leap to glory, but it's already quite good.

London Raptors - The Raptors aren't bad, but they aren't that good. Bottom playoff seeds are possible, but that's the ceiling.

Québec Sharks - The Sharks are rebuilding and will be super young this year. Lots of losses, but should be a fun team to watch.

Milwaukee Bucks - Milwaukee should be ready to take a step up into the neighborhood of the four or five spot this year, but it's hard to see more than that. Might need to consolidate some talent somewhere.

Orlando Magic - Orlando will battle for a low seed in the East, but that's about it. We like Mickelbaum, though, so we'll be rooting for him to prove us wrong and lead this team further than that.

New York Knicks - The Knicks lack of depth may very well do them in yet again. Smith should have a nice rookie season as the fit is good, but there's really not much beyond the starting lineup.

Brooklyn Nets - Brooklyn's not a good team, and they won't be for a while. Build for the future, build for the future, build for the future....when does the future become now? Another losing year in Brooklyn without its own pick. Nice.

Philadelphia 76ers - Philly's going to be an interesting team this year. The talent is there to jump back into the playoffs, that's for sure. If they can gel, they'll be a tough first round matchup for the East's big boys. The bigs could use some work, though.

Detroit Pistons - The Pistons are still a young team with a lot of talent but only so many minutes to give out. Consolidation would be great, but it just might not be in the cards for them this year. Another year or two and they might be ready to do some damage.

Oklahoma City Thunder - The Thunder are going to be playoff bound again, but you've gotta wonder how long they can continue to contend. Age catches everyone, so they've gotta get it done now. Maynard helps.

St. Louis Warriors - The Warriors have a new look with Moss in tow, but their big rotation might end up keeping them down. Byers is a force, but he might not have enough help against the West's various towers.

Memphis Grizzlies - It will be interesting to see if Memphis can surpass the Spurs after adding Lazear. The much maligned Miyagi will need to have a big year if they want to make some real noise out West.

San Antonio Spurs - San Antonio's young lineup added a year of seasoning and should be in the thick of things yet again, but depth issues could be devastating should an injury occur. One of the many teams in the playoff hunt.

Minnesota Timberwolves - Minnesota has been looking to make a jump for a long time now, and we keep expecting them to, but then they don't. So we'll predict that they miss the playoffs and see what happens now.

Houston Rockets - Still a mess, but at least Parker is a dynamite talent. Hart is going to have to step up his game to prove he belongs in Houston long term.

New Orleans Hornets - The Hornets are getting closer to finding new ownership, but enter this season with little hopes of competing for the playoffs. A bottom five KVBL finish is all but certain.

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