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The preseason proves/shows nothing. You cannot judge the Nuggets on the game tonight due to the fact that the Nuggets did not even play Gallinari or Iguodala.

West
1) Lakers- I believe that at first they have some chemistry problems, but get it together and get the top seed in the west.
2) OKC- They don't go too hard in the season and get #2. KD, Westbrook and Harden all have a good season. Their bench will also help carry them.
3) Spurs- The "Oldies but Goodies" can keep up for just another season. Can't keep up with the faster Thunder or the more star-studded Lakers.
4) Clippers- LAC has made some great strides in the past year with the CP3/Griffin combo, and just edge out the Grizz and Nuggets for the 5th spot. The bench is also a help.
5) Grizzlies- Just like last year, the Grizz and Clippers battle for the 4th spot. This time, LAC has the edge. Their traditional defensive prowess continues, and Gasol/Randolph lead the way.
6) T-Wolves- Ricky Rubio got injured long before we could see how good Minnesota really was. With a lineup of Love-Rubio-Derrick Williams-Robbie Hummel-Andrei Kirilenko, their all-around team edges out Denver for the 6th spot.
7) Nuggets- This balanced, high-octaned offense will be right in the thick of things like always. By bringing in Igoudala, some defense gets added to the equation, instead of using the altitude as an advantage.
8) Mavs- Dirk still isn't 100%, but still pulls through to single-handedly carry the Mavs to the final spot.

Last edited by Big Dogs at 10/27/2012 11:25:20 AM

Nuggets at 7? NOT RIGHT.

We both had the same teams, but different ranks. Still, I do NOT think the Nuggets will get worse than 5th this year.......why so low?

I wasnt, as u said, they didnt play Gallinari and Iggy, plus its only preseason, I was talking based on the roster...

I dont think they'll be that low either

I might actually have to pay attention this season, since the NHL continues to kick me in the junk with another pointless lockout. I am always excited by modern offensive flair, so can someone let me know who is the most proficient bounce passer and set shooter in the league? And is Gary Payton still with the Sonics?

i pity you

i pity you

At least I finally got to see the Kings hoist the Cup after what is literally for me been more than a lifetime of utter futility. (Obviously, I haven't been watching for more than my lifetime, as that would be too Quantum-Leapy for a non-chronological manipulator such as myself, but they've sucked for longer than I've been alive). There's no need to pity me, though I am always willing to accept kind financial donations.

Spots 4-7 are all dicey, so I wouldn't put too much attention on that part of my predictions.

TRADE!

Rockets trade Martin, Lamb, and future picks for James Harden, not confirmed yet but maybe?

it would be good finally to have a good player on the team......

It is confirmed according to Yahoo Sports, and I think they said "Harden and pieces"... Wow, this just changed my outlook of the West.