I got them #3 but they need to make 1 more power move to legitly have a chance. If they could get KG from the C's or something it would be so nice for them but I don't think that is gonna happen. Bledsoe is definitely a trade chip they can move and get a vet back (With him basically being their 4th guard and due a new contract soon I'm sure they would like to get something for him sooner than later, although it is the Clippers so obviously they aren't the best at maximizing value)
I think the clippers need a little more playoff experience before they can play to their full potential in the postseason....and they also need an upgrade at head coach. Talent-wise, they are high up there.
I don't see anyone giving the heat problems in the east....maybe if d rose wasn't such a whimp or rondo wasn't hurt.....
Like I said above - I voted for the Heat, think they're the most likely to win it all.
I like that the Spurs versatility - they can go small or big, obviously have good guard play, have legitimate 3pt threats all over the place, and they can go with two of three 6'11'' guys (one of which is a great 3pt shooter) on the court at once... Their PF/PA differential is superb - somewhere north of 8ppg and that's while Pop is resting guys, going through injuries and such. They have the best record in the league, have only lost 2 at home - so if they get home court throughout, it'd be meaningful.
As for last year, I'd say it was the exception to the rule as far as the Spurs dominance goes... But we'll have to wait and see.
