In the West at least, it may sound stupid but think of the matchups, 1 San Antonio vs Phoenix-Phoenix owns series 3-1. 2 Sacramento vs Utah- Sacto should win but it will be closer than many think. 3 Dallas vs Portland- Portland own series and always play well against Dallas. 4 Minnesota vs Lakers- It's the Lakers.
I think that sounds about right. Blazers play really well against the Mavs and star center Raef LaFrentz. Phoenix is the only team in the leagur having a winning record against the Spurs, and that says alot. Sacramento and Utah, I think it will be a 4-1 or a 4-2 by Sacramento, I'm pretty sure of no sweep but if things go well it might happen. Los Angeles and Minnesota is no doubt gonna be LA.
I tried to read what you had to say hapnssas, but I burst out laughing every time I read "star center Raef LaFrentz."
I know hes not the best hes just my favorite player and I try to give the guy some props for being a good player settling for an average roll for the best of the team.
yeah! Power to the people...haha. I think Rashard Lewis from the Sonics (and definetely Ray Allen) and he's not all that :roll: .
I completely agree with you take on Raef. He could be putting up much bigger numbers anywhere else, but he has taken a backseat to the top stars in Dallas. I like him as a player, I was just having a little fun with you. :thumbsup:
<div class="quote_poster">Quoting "Big D":</div><div class="quote_post">I completely agree with you take on Raef. He could be putting up much bigger numbers anywhere else, but he has taken a backseat to the top stars in Dallas. I like him as a player, I was just having a little fun with you. :thumbsup:</div> If you have time, check out his rookie numbers in Denver compared to this season in Dallas. It completely backs up your statement.
Yeah, in the 52 games he played with Denver in 2001-2002 (before being traded), he averaged 15 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 3 blocks in only 32 minutes. This year, he averaged just 9 points, 7 rebounds, and 2 blocks in 23 minutes. He's committed to being part of a team, and doesn't care much for stats. Still, I think Dallas would be better if they played him more.
If I'm Raef LaFrentz, I'm making Ben Wallace my best friend in the off-season and training daily with the Beast from the East. Raef has the size to bulk up and increase his muscle mass. He is a much better offensive player, and he has great shot blocking instincts. But Raef lacks the physical strength to bang inside.
