The only other big names that I could see changing teams are Carmelo Anthony, Baron Davis, Elton Brand and Boris Diaw and I think all of those teams, with the exception of Phoenix, could do better than what the Cavs have to offer. The Suns might welcome the chance to get an expiring contract for Diaw.
10) Predictions
The Boston Celtics lost 16 of their 82 games but have lost 6 of their last 14. The Detroit Pistons have looked better than any team in the Eastern Conference but they played the 76ers and Magic.
The questions in the east are 1) Did the Celtics peak too early in the season or did they just play to the level of their competition? and 2) Are the Pistons that good or did they just get lucky with two weak opponents?
I'm going to pick the Pistons to win the series in six games. I think their experience and their current level of confidence will be the difference in the series. The Celtics' inability to handle their first two opponents with ease makes me wonder if the team is burnt out.
The West is a little bit tougher to pick. As much as I'd love to see the Lakers win the series, I don't feel confident enough to predict it. This Lakers team hasn't played together nearly as long as this Spurs team has.
The Lakers have to win the first two games in the series or it's over. The Spurs might just have enough left in the tank to steal one of them and return to L.A. up 3-1 for Game 5. The Lakers might be able to force a Game 6 but I can't see them winning three in a row if they go down 3-1. Spurs in six.
Trivia Answer: Dave DeBusschere (Player-Coach, Age 24).
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