Alright, so I was a bit off with my predictions, but who saw Manu Ginobli going down for the season or the Jazz and Magic essentially losing every game they played since my last predictions. Oh well, I was sort of close.
Let's take a look at the match ups.
Detroit (8) vs. Cleveland (1)
My last prediction: Chicago vs. Cleveland
I knew Detroit could fall to number eight, so this match-up isn't too unexpected. I'm thinking this will be a cake walk for Cleveland given how poorly the Piston's are playing and how bad the chemistry is there. Cleveland in 4, maybe 5.
Chicago (7) vs. Boston (2)
My last prediction: Detroit vs. Orlando
I have to be honest, I'm surprised boston held on to the 2nd seed. I'm even more surprised that the Bulls shot up the 7th seed. I've been doubting them all season, so I guess they showed me. This will be an interesting series. Boston has lost Garnett for the rest of the season and their GM, Ainge, just went to the hospital because of a heart attack. How much is this going to effect the team? I still think the Celtics will win, but it won't be easy. Celtics in 6.
Philadelphia (6) vs. Orlando (3)
My last prediction: Philadelphia vs. Boston
Both of these teams have been struggling down the stretch. But, Orlando has Dwight Howard and some of the best three-point shooting. Philadelphia struggles from beyond the arc and doesn't have anyone to match up against Howard. Orlando will get by them in 6.
Miami (5) vs. Atlanta (4)
My last prediction: Miami vs. Atlanta
Finally I got one right! And I'm still sticking with my other prediction; Miami will win. Dwayne Wade is good enough to win a single series for the Heat and there is just something I don't trust about the Hawks.
Now on to the West.
Utah (8) vs. LA Lakers (1)
My last prediction: Dallas vs. LA Lakers
The Jazz fell apart and Dallas was better than I gave them credit for. Utah is playing horrible basketball and can't win on the road. I think they might win one, due in large part to D Will. But, if they make this an interesting series I'd be a bit surprised. Lakers in 5.
New Orleans (7) vs. Denver (2)
My last prediction: Utah vs. Denver
I thought if the Jazz could get the Nuggets in this spot they could take advantage of them and win the series. But in my opinion the Hornets don't have the same advantage. Chandler is still hurt and as good as West and Paul are, Denver is deeper and plays with a lot more energy. Plus, they have the home court advantage. I'm giving this one to the Nuggets in 6 or 7.
Dallas (6) vs. San Antonio (3)
My last prediction: New Orleans vs. Houston
Dallas is playing much better than they have been all year and it's happening at the perfect time for them. San Antonio on the other hand is facing a pretty difficult series without one of their most important players, Ginobli. This will be a dog fight and it's sort of toss up. I'm giving the Mavs the edge though, simply because San Antonio has a few more health questions. Mavs in 7.
Houston (5) vs. Portland (4)
My last prediction: Portland vs. San Antonio
This is going to be an awesome match-up. Both of these teams are exciting to watch and play true team basketball. I'm especially looking forward to watching Ron Artest battle Brandon Roy and Yao take on Oden. At the end of the day though, Portland is tough at home and has more star talent. I'm giving it to them in 7.
So, as you can see the match-ups I had were a little off, but hopefully these predictions are a little better. I guess we'll see when the playoffs start tomorrow.
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