NBA Regular Season 2007/2008 Thread

[svosen]

Get a load of this guy:

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/200...nas/index.html

Man, what a transformation of ego he's had in the past couple of years, huh? I didn't realize he'd gotten this full of himself.

If I were his team mates, I'd be a little peaved, I think. He's basically saying their accomplishments are mostly his doing, not theirs.

[Cowboy22]

You can't really take anything Gil says seriously, he always just throws ridiculous stuff out there for the hell of it. I'm sure his teammates understand that by now. And I think he's right on in regards to Kobe.

Anyway, whoo-hoo, the NBA is back! As is my tradition, here are my horrible pre-season predictions (by seed, not record):

East:
1. Chicago
2. Boston
3. Detroit
4. Washington
5. New Jersey
6. Orlando
7. Toronto
8. Milwaukee

Yep, I don't think the Cavs make it back to the playoffs, even though LeBron will have a great year.

West:
1. Phoenix
2. Dallas
3. San Antonio
4. Utah
5. Houston
6. Denver
7. New Orleans
8. Golden State

I really like Memphis too, but they're still a year away I think. It depends on how well Conely develops.

MVP: Kevin Garnett
Rookie of the Year: Al Thorton
Defensive Player of the Year: Tyson Chandler
6th Man: Jason Maxiell
Most Improved Player: Ronnie Brewer (homer pick!)
Coach of the Year: Stan Van Gundy

[svosen]

Not sure what happened in Phoenix tonight. Oh... dare to dream.

[farfus]

Hey Svos,

Grats to Kobe, and the Lakers, for finally taking a big upturn in their attitude and altitude. With all thats happened in the past 5 years for Kobe to overcome, its good to see him finally get his due. While there has never been any question about his personal capabilities as a player, its now how well he has integrated and helped mold a solid team and been a team player, that he has become noted for. This looks to be a very fun series and very possible championship run for the Lakers at this time. I personally dont see anyone really getting in their way, but we never quite know with this whacky NBA do we, lol........

[svosen]

Sort of funny, but I think Kobe's really playing the same game he always has. His biggest change seems to be off the court - reportedly making friendships with his team. That's apparently giving them confidence.

Anyhow, it's been a pretty surprising season, to say the least. Would have predicted almost none of what has actually transpired...

Both the Lakers and the Celtics have equal shot to win it, I think - even given that Boston just took Game 1. If LA loses Game 2, though, I think it's Boston's to lose. We'll see.