With CP3 throwing alley-oops to Tyson Chandler like it’s his job, the Hornets are looking like the team that took the West by storm last season. If they continue to gel at the rate they are as of now, they can beat anybody in the league.
However, they cannot be moved ahead of the remaining teams until they cut out losing to lower-tier teams at home such as the Knicks earlier this week. Friday night at Cleveland will give us an idea of who the Hornets really are.
6. Phoenix Suns - My oh my, what a difference a year makes. Many were quick to criticize the Shaq trade last season, but it seems the Suns knew what they were doing when they decided to build for the postseason instead of a 60-win regular season.
This year's acquisition of Jason Richardson was huge. He is a great scoring weapon that does not need Nash to create a shot for him (e.g. Shawn Marion). Look for the Suns to continue to win games and but also rest Shaq and Nash. This may cause them to be seeded lower in the playoffs, but that doesn't mean they cannot win.
5. Orlando Magic—It was only a matter of time before the Magic decided to put themselves on the map. Hell, they were on the map last season and we didn't notice. So by raining threes and slamming dunks in everybody's face, we have finally started to give them a little respect. We all know how good Dwight Howard is, but has anybody noticed Jameer Nelson?
Remember? Jameer Nelson? St. Joe's superstar who came out of nowhere to become a household name. Well, he's developed now and he is really, really good. Averaging 16 points, five assists, and three boards a game while shooting 50 percent from the field and 48 percent from deep.
The Magic have five players scoring in double figures, and are now four deep on the bench with the emergence of J.J. Redick. Look for the Magic to give either the Celtics or Cavs a scare in the playoffs, and don't be surprised if they wind up in the Conference Finals.
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