Rooting against Lakers, Celtics, Cavs, and Nuggets in that order. But as long as the Lakers don't win it I'll be happy. Sorry DaRizzle. barfo
Hmm...I think I'll cheer for the Mavericks. I think they got jipped by the refs in the past. They're also an under-dog team. I just hate prima-donas like James and Bryant.
Now that the Blazers have been eliminated, I won't be pulling for any other team. I was a Blazers fan before I was an NBA fan. Heck, I was a Blazer fan before I was a learned what a double dribble was. If I have nothing better to do and a game is on, then I'll probably watch the playoffs. But I feel so dejected that I don't wanna feel any worse when watching the playoffs without the Blazers in it.
Definitely pulling for the Rockets in the West. I like: Yao: I respect his skills. It was frustrating as hell to watch our guys pick up Nancy calls guarding him all series long, but the fact of the matter is the guy is NOT a 7'6" stiff! I'm amazed at his shooting skills, and he probably has the best hook shot in the NBA. I like his humility too; he seems very team oriented for a superstar. Battier: Has carved out a nice NBA career based on fundamental skills, hustle and smarts. Not spectacular in any single area, but a difference maker nonetheless. One of the best role players in the league. Artest: My favorite whack job by far! He's very Rodman-like but much more likeable in that 'Crazy Uncle Larry' kind of way. The kind of dude that will show up at family reunions and might say the most profound, brilliant, inspiring things and then call your wife a c**t. Brilliant and maddening all in one package--much like Sheed, only actually a hard worker! (and I loved Sheed) You gotta respect his work ethic and ability to frustrate opponents. I don't care what anyone says because I think the Blazers need a guy like him. Just enough badness to take the unbearable Boy Scout Shine off this squad. We need just a touch of evil on our team. Brooks: A really nice player. Wow, he is amazingly fast and I like his demeanor. Adelman: Still a great coach, and I especially enjoyed when he tried to sit in Yao's post-game media conference chair! He's a coach I'd like to see get a title. Can't hate on that team. I'd like to see them make it out of the West but I don't see them faring well against the Lakers.
I'll be amazed if the Rockets can win one game against the Lakers. Remember the rockets got swept 4-0 during the regular season against the lakers.
