From CNNSI.com mailbag basicall talks about the things involved in choosing the winner of the 8th spot like games remaining, where the games are played, who they play. the best part of the article <div class="quote_poster">Quoting "NBA Burning Questions":</div><div class="quote_post">So who?s going to emerge as the winner? The Warriors are probably too young and inexperienced. The Suns seem to be slipping, especially at home. Look for the Rockets, with experienced coach Rudy Tomjanovich at the helm and an improving Yao Ming anchoring the defense, to sneak into the No. 8 spot. </div> but you always need a disclaimer in case your wrong <div class="quote_poster">Quoting "NBA Burning Questions":</div><div class="quote_post">Unless, of course, they lose Sunday at home to the Suns. Then all bets are off. </div>
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