Playoffs Part 2

For those waiting for the second part of this blog, sorry it took so long.

The West

Spurs v Utah (spurs 2-0)
Still hard to believe the jazz did so well this season without their past season superstars Deron Williams (nets) and Carlos Boozer (Bulls), but they surprised us all. Their current key player, NBA journeyman Al Jefferson has had a terrific season supported well by Devin Harris and some productive rookies. They are out of their depth in this round however as one of the championship favourites the San Antonia Spurs keep rolling along. Even when they rested their all stars Duncan, Ginobli and Parker at the end of the season, they still won. Aussie point guard Patty Mills who was getting around 3 minutes per game was seeing starts and did not disappoint. One game he produced 34 points and 12 assists!! So to summarise, the spurs run very deep and will take some stopping. I don't see the jazz getting anything in this series. Spurs 4-0

Thunder v Mavs (Thunder 3-0)
The defending premiers vs the youngest superstars in the league. The Mavs haven't had a great season. They started with a nightmare 0-7 start before their all star power forward Nowitski pulled them out of a hole. The loss of newly crowned defensive player of the year Tyson Chandler (Knicks) played a big part. The thunder however are flying behind scoring champion Kevin Durant and playmaker Russell Westbrook. Their speed and explosive attack coupled with the shot blocking ability of Ibaka makes them a formidable force. I think the mavs will get one back on their experience, but the series should end soon. Thunder 4-1

Lakers v Nuggets (Lakers 2-0)
The Lakers for some reason were dreadful on the road this year. They could not get it together. Their three all stars in Bryant, Gasol and Bynumm should be able to crush most teams but they seemed to be missing something. Enter Ramon Sessions. This quick little guard focused the laker offence and gave them another scoring option. They have stormed into championship contention and if Kobe can stay healthy, they are a big chance. The nuggets have had an up and down season. But have maintained good pressure on the top teams. Lawson has had a breakout year while former Knick Gullinari played well in spurts. They don't have enough this time however and the lakers will progress, probably after dropping a road game. Lakers 4-1

Grizzlies v Clippers (1-1)
Well after a pretty boring conference competition wise. We now look at this interesting little match up. The grizzlies have a vibrant little lineup that has surprised teams. Former high draft pick Mike Conley is having a great season and should be 2-0 by now after blowing a playoff record 27 point lead late in the 4th quarter in game one...wow. They regained their composure to level the series, but will regret that first game at home. The clippers are the entertainers of the NBA. Blake Griffin is a human highlight film. And with Chris Paul throwing the lobs and draining bombs from downtown, they are never out of any game. A close series this one, i say the Clippers in 7. LA 4-3

Well that's it. My beloved Knicks are now 0-3 and now own the biggest playoff losing streak in NBA history. That's bad...but at least i dont' follow the bobcats...I'm looking at you Michael Jordan...peace out