Central Division

1. Cleveland Cavaliers

The newest ‘Big 3’ has the talk of titles for the first time ever for the Cavs.

2. Chicago Bulls

Derrick Rose’s return is at the top, but how will the acquisition of Pau Gasol work out?

3. Indiana Pacers

Not that Paul George’s absence will help, but there won’t be as many eyes on them this year.

4. Detroit Pistons

Stan Van Gundy is putting his stamp on this team, but it won’t take full effect until next year.

5. Milwaukee Bucks

Jason Kidd got his wish, but will he enjoy the frequent losing? Continue reading →

NBA Conference Finals Preview

Eastern Conference

1. Indiana Pacers vs. 2. Miami Heat

Players to Watch: F Paul George Pacers and G Dwayne Wade Heat

Who Wins: Heat in 6 games

Western Conference

1. San Antonio Spurs vs. 2. Oklahoma City Thunder

Players to Watch: F Tim Duncan Spurs and G Russell Westbrook Thunder

Who Wins: Spurs in 7 games

NBA Semifinals Preview

Eastern Conference

5. Washington Wizards vs. 1. Indiana Pacers

Players to Watch: F Nene Wizards and C Roy Hibbert Pacers

Who Wins: Pacers in 6 games

6. Brooklyn Nets vs. 2. Miami Heat

Players to Watch: F Joe Johnson Nets and F LeBron James Heat

Who Wins: Heat in 6 games

Western Conference

5. Portland Trail Blazers vs. 1. San Antonio Spurs

Players to Watch: G Damian Lillard Trail Blazers and G Tony Parker Spurs

Who Wins: Spurs in 7 games

3. Los Angeles Clippers vs. 2. Oklahoma City Thunder

Players to Watch: F Blake Griffin Clippers and F Kevin Durant Thunder

Who Wins: Clippers in 7 games

2014 NBA Playoffs Preview

Eastern Conference

1. Indiana Pacers vs. 8. Atlanta Hawks

Players to Watch: F Paul George Pacers and F Paul Millsap Hawks

Who Wins: Pacers in 5 games

2. Miami Heat vs. 7. Charlotte Bobcats

Players to Watch: F LeBron James Heat and C Al Jefferson Bobcats

Who Wins: Heat in 5 games

3. Toronto Raptors vs. 6. Brooklyn Nets

Players to Watch: G Kyle Lowry Raptors and G Joe Johnson Nets

Who Wins: Nets in 7 games

4. Chicago Bulls vs. 5. Washington Wizards

Players to Watch: C Joakim Noah Bulls and G John Wall Wizards

Who Wins: Bulls in 6 games

Western Conference

1. San Antonio Spurs vs. 8. Dallas Mavericks

Players to Watch: F Kawhi Leonard Spurs and G Monta Ellis Mavericks

Who Wins: Spurs in 5 games

2. Oklahoma City Thunder vs. 7. Memphis Grizzlies

Players to Watch: G Russell Westbrook Thunder and F Zach Randolph Grizzlies

Who Wins: Thunder in 6 games

3. Los Angeles Clippers vs. 6. Golden State Warriors

Players to Watch: F Blake Griffin Clippers and G Stephen Curry Warriors

Who Wins: Clippers in 7 games

4. Houston Rockets vs. 5. Portland Trail Blazers

Players to Watch: G James Harden Rockets and G Damian Lillard Trail Blazers

Who Wins: Rockets in 6 games