I think, overall it helps as it allows nagging injuries to heal a bit and get some good practice time. Yeah, it makes us a bit rusty at times, but getting healthy and good practices are invaluable in the playoffs.
If we were a higher seed and more experienced team I think it would have helped going into the playoffs. I don't think it's going to make that much difference if we play Los Angeles.
Thats the whole point. When the Blazers play badly, their chances of playing the Lakers increase. They seem to play badly after having a couple of days off.
