1. Deron Williams- Re-signs with Brooklyn Nets
2. Roy Hibbert (restricted)- Re-signs with Indiana Pacers
3. Eric Gordon (restricted)- Re-signs with New Orleans Hornets
4. Steve Nash- Signs with Toronto Raptors
5. Tim Duncan- Re-signs with Spurs
6. Ersan Ilyasova- Signs with Indiana Pacers
7. Ray Allen- Signs with Clippers
8. Nicolas Batum (restricted)- Re-signs with Blazers
9. Brook Lopez (restricted)- Re-signs with Brooklyn Nets
10. Ryan Anderson (restricted)- Signs with Brooklyn Nets
11. O.J. Mayo- Signs with Boston Celtics
12. Lou Williams- Signs with Phoenix Suns
13. Gerald Wallace- Signs with Raptors
14. Kris Humphries- Signs with Philadelphia 76ers
15. Chris Kaman- Signs with San Antonio Spurs
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Monday, June 11, 2012
2012 NBA Finals- Preview and Prediction
This series is what the fans wanted to see. The two best teams, the two best players, on the brightest stage. It's a perfect script, should the series live up to the hype. And with these two teams' superstars, there's no doubt it will. This match-up pits the Heat's "Big 3" of LeBron-Bosh-Wade vs. the Thunder's trio of Durant-Westbrook-Harden. The Thunder are rested, coming off a six-game series with the Spurs, in which they showed considerable maturity, will, and intensity. The Heat will have less rest, coming off an epic game 7 victory over the Celtics. This series' biggest story line is the match-up between Kevin Durant and LeBron James, the game's best two players. Who outperforms the other on both ends will go a long way in determining the outcome of this Finals.
Let's take a look at some of the biggest story lines...
1.) The turnover battle. The Thunder have done an incredible job taking care of the ball so far in this post-season, but have not yet faced a defense like the Heat pose. This Miami team is a defensive juggernaut, and if they are able to force Westbrook into mistakes by speeding him up, that could be a deciding factor. On the other hand, Miami at times tends to throw sloppy passes. They turn the ball over more than a championship team should, so they will need to keep their turnovers to a minimum. Both teams punish you on points off turnovers, so whoever wins the turnover battle will have a big advantage.
2.) Role players. This is a huge advantage for the Thunder. Sixth-man of the year James Harden plays starter's minutes and is averaging 17.6 points a game for the Thunder. Thabo Sefolosha is a great defender, and will be a factor on defense. Serge Ibaka is a rim-protector who rebounds well, and blocks shots. If he can force the Heat to shoot more outside shots, that will be key. Perkins' toughness down low, and Fisher's leadership will also be key. On the flip side, the Heat's role players will HAVE to step up if Miami wants to win this series. That means Chalmers, Cole, Battier, Haslem, and Miller have to play well. One or two of those will have to step up in a big way. If Miller and Battier can be consistent with their shot, and Chalmers can attack the defense, that will be a vital key to success.
3.) Russel Westbrook. Simple. Did you see Rondo slice and dice the Heat defense last series? Imagine that, with a faster, more accurate-shooting, stronger Westbrook. And whom, do you ask, will be guarding him? Mario Chalmers and Norris Cole. Uh-oh. With Wade most likely on Harden, and LeBron on Durant, that leaves a huge mismatch with Westbrook. He needs to continue to be aggressive, but not TOO aggressive where he is forcing shots and turning the ball over. Westbrook is the key, and I think he knows it. He knows he could put the Thunder over the top. He just has to go out there and do it.
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Prediction: Thunder win in 7 games. It will be a series for the ages, two great teams battling it out on the big stage. This will not be the last time we see these teams in the finals. Maybe even as soon as next year. So get used to this. This loss will hurt LeBron James, but NOT his legacy. They will not lose because of him. I am sure of it. He is ready to win this year. And I am scared of betting against him. His will to win, and out-of-this-world talent is incredible. And he will not be losing to a better player in Durant. He will simply do all he can. but in the end, the Thunder will deny LeBron his ring, for his third straight Finals defeat.
Sunday, May 27, 2012
2012 NBA Playoffs- Western Conference Finals Preview/Prediction
West:
San Antonio Spurs (1) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (2)
-The Spurs swept the Clippers last series, and the Thunder took care of the Lakers in five games.
Thunder: Led by superstars Durant and Westbrook, the Thunder impressively defeated the Lakers in five games. Their youth has served them well, up to this point. Scotty Brooks is a great coach, and playing in the Oklahoma City arena is a challenge of its own. This young Thunder squad have momentum, and belief in themselves. They won't play scared of this Spurs team, whom they were beaten by two out of three times this year. James Harden as their 3rd scorer is electric, and Sefolosha is a lock-down defender. Ibaka and Perkins are a solid defensive front-court. The Thunder are much younger than the Spurs, and certainly more explosive. However, they really struggle against the pick-and-roll with Parker and Duncan. Durant is making a case for the NBA's best player this playoffs, and is the game's best scorer and closer.
Spurs: The Spurs are 29-2 in their last 31 games. Yes, 29-2. And have not lost in the 2012 playoffs. They made quick riddance of the Jazz and Clippers. Popovich is a mastermind as a coach, and the Spurs' trio of Ginobili, Parker, and Duncan have been dominant. The Spurs feature the NBA's most deep bench, with a basically 11 man rotation. Their depth is incredible, and they have tons of shooters. The Spurs are a veteran team who play with chemistry and experience. Their passing makes them a beautiful thing to watch. Tony Parker will be a headache for the Thunder to guard. They really struggle to contain him in pick-and-roll situations. How the Spurs try to slow down Durant is key to the series.
Prediction: Spurs in six games. The Thunder have more talent. More athleticism. More youth. More speed. But like the Mavericks last year, the Spurs are the best TEAM. They may not be as exciting as the Thunder, but they will get the job done.
San Antonio Spurs (1) vs. Oklahoma City Thunder (2)
-The Spurs swept the Clippers last series, and the Thunder took care of the Lakers in five games.
Thunder: Led by superstars Durant and Westbrook, the Thunder impressively defeated the Lakers in five games. Their youth has served them well, up to this point. Scotty Brooks is a great coach, and playing in the Oklahoma City arena is a challenge of its own. This young Thunder squad have momentum, and belief in themselves. They won't play scared of this Spurs team, whom they were beaten by two out of three times this year. James Harden as their 3rd scorer is electric, and Sefolosha is a lock-down defender. Ibaka and Perkins are a solid defensive front-court. The Thunder are much younger than the Spurs, and certainly more explosive. However, they really struggle against the pick-and-roll with Parker and Duncan. Durant is making a case for the NBA's best player this playoffs, and is the game's best scorer and closer.
Spurs: The Spurs are 29-2 in their last 31 games. Yes, 29-2. And have not lost in the 2012 playoffs. They made quick riddance of the Jazz and Clippers. Popovich is a mastermind as a coach, and the Spurs' trio of Ginobili, Parker, and Duncan have been dominant. The Spurs feature the NBA's most deep bench, with a basically 11 man rotation. Their depth is incredible, and they have tons of shooters. The Spurs are a veteran team who play with chemistry and experience. Their passing makes them a beautiful thing to watch. Tony Parker will be a headache for the Thunder to guard. They really struggle to contain him in pick-and-roll situations. How the Spurs try to slow down Durant is key to the series.
Prediction: Spurs in six games. The Thunder have more talent. More athleticism. More youth. More speed. But like the Mavericks last year, the Spurs are the best TEAM. They may not be as exciting as the Thunder, but they will get the job done.
2012 NBA Playoffs- Eastern Conference Final Review/Prediction
East:
Miami Heat (2) vs. Boston Celtics (4)
-The Heat defeated the Pacers in six games last round, and the Celtics defeated the Sixers in seven games.
Celtics: Ray Allen is playing on a gimpy ankle, and struggled mightily last series. Paul Pierce has been LeBron's "kryptonite", but he is not 100% either. Avery Bradley, the Celtics' best on-ball defender, is out for the post-season for shoulder surgery. But K.G. and Rajon Rondo came up big, and led them to a game 7 win against the young 76ers. The Celtics' have arguably the sport's best coach, tons of experience, and savvy. Rondo will be a tough match-up for the Heat, for sure. The Celtics play the best team defense in basketball, but struggle to score.
Heat: With Chris Bosh out indefinitely, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have played their best basketball together since they started playing together. They took over the Indiana series entirely, without a major supporting cast. Chris Bosh will be missed, as he is not expected to return. Udonis Haslem and Mario Chalmers will need to play well for the Heat. They are much more rested, and much younger, than the Celtics. With Bradley out, Wade and James need to continue to force the issue and dominate the scoring.
Prediction: Heat in 6 games. LeBron and D-Wade are firing on all cylinders, and the Celtics limp into this series, injured and tired. The Celtics will play with intensity and pride, but that won't be enough. The Celtics struggle to score, and the Heat are an offensive juggernaut. This, sadly, is the end of the run of the Big 3.
The Heat move on to the NBA finals.,
Miami Heat (2) vs. Boston Celtics (4)
-The Heat defeated the Pacers in six games last round, and the Celtics defeated the Sixers in seven games.
Celtics: Ray Allen is playing on a gimpy ankle, and struggled mightily last series. Paul Pierce has been LeBron's "kryptonite", but he is not 100% either. Avery Bradley, the Celtics' best on-ball defender, is out for the post-season for shoulder surgery. But K.G. and Rajon Rondo came up big, and led them to a game 7 win against the young 76ers. The Celtics' have arguably the sport's best coach, tons of experience, and savvy. Rondo will be a tough match-up for the Heat, for sure. The Celtics play the best team defense in basketball, but struggle to score.
Heat: With Chris Bosh out indefinitely, LeBron James and Dwyane Wade have played their best basketball together since they started playing together. They took over the Indiana series entirely, without a major supporting cast. Chris Bosh will be missed, as he is not expected to return. Udonis Haslem and Mario Chalmers will need to play well for the Heat. They are much more rested, and much younger, than the Celtics. With Bradley out, Wade and James need to continue to force the issue and dominate the scoring.
Prediction: Heat in 6 games. LeBron and D-Wade are firing on all cylinders, and the Celtics limp into this series, injured and tired. The Celtics will play with intensity and pride, but that won't be enough. The Celtics struggle to score, and the Heat are an offensive juggernaut. This, sadly, is the end of the run of the Big 3.
The Heat move on to the NBA finals.,
Sunday, May 13, 2012
2012 NBA Playoffs Round 2 Predictions
EAST
Celtics over 76ers in six games (Key match-up: Andre Igoudala v. Paul Pierce)
---The Celtics experience and defense will overcome the Sixers' youth and athleticism.
Heat over Pacers in six games (Key match-up: Roy Hibbert vs Miami's front line)
---Paul George is a great defender, Granger is a pure scorer, and Hibbert will give Miami problems, but in the end, LeBron is a man on a mission, and the Heat are just too good.
WEST
Spurs over Clippers in five games (Key match-up: Chris Paul vs. Tony Parker)
---The Clippers match-up pretty well with the Spurs, actually. But the Clippers struggle offensively, and the Spurs were the league's highest scoring team, and are solid defensively. The Spurs' experience, and overall team play will be the difference in a pretty easy series.
Thunder over Lakers in seven games (Key match-up: Bynum/Gasol vs Thunder bigs)
---It's hard to ever doubt Kobe. And Bynum/Gasol COULD dominate this series. The key to this match-up is in the hands of Serge Ibaka and Kendrick Perkins. We know what we're going to get from Durant, Harden, and Westbrook/ But if Perkins/Ibaka can rebound, stay OUT of foul trouble, and Ibaka can block shots, they will win. Thabo Sefolosha will play a big role in shutting down Kobe. Do not underestimate this young Thunder team; they have what it takes to win it all.
***BEST series: Thunder vs. Lakers.
Celtics over 76ers in six games (Key match-up: Andre Igoudala v. Paul Pierce)
---The Celtics experience and defense will overcome the Sixers' youth and athleticism.
Heat over Pacers in six games (Key match-up: Roy Hibbert vs Miami's front line)
---Paul George is a great defender, Granger is a pure scorer, and Hibbert will give Miami problems, but in the end, LeBron is a man on a mission, and the Heat are just too good.
WEST
Spurs over Clippers in five games (Key match-up: Chris Paul vs. Tony Parker)
---The Clippers match-up pretty well with the Spurs, actually. But the Clippers struggle offensively, and the Spurs were the league's highest scoring team, and are solid defensively. The Spurs' experience, and overall team play will be the difference in a pretty easy series.
Thunder over Lakers in seven games (Key match-up: Bynum/Gasol vs Thunder bigs)
---It's hard to ever doubt Kobe. And Bynum/Gasol COULD dominate this series. The key to this match-up is in the hands of Serge Ibaka and Kendrick Perkins. We know what we're going to get from Durant, Harden, and Westbrook/ But if Perkins/Ibaka can rebound, stay OUT of foul trouble, and Ibaka can block shots, they will win. Thabo Sefolosha will play a big role in shutting down Kobe. Do not underestimate this young Thunder team; they have what it takes to win it all.
***BEST series: Thunder vs. Lakers.
Friday, April 27, 2012
2012 NBA Playoffs Prediction: Round 1
WEST:
(1) Spurs over (8) Jazz
(2) Thunder over (7) Mavericks
(3) Lakers over (6) Nuggets
(5) Grizzlies over (4) Clippers
EAST:
(1) Bulls over (8) 76ers
(2) Heat over (7) Knicks
(3) Pacers over (6) Magic
4(Celtics) over (5) Hawks
**UPSET Alert:
-Thunder (vs Mavs)
-Clippers (vs Grizzlies)
-Celtics (vs Hawks)
*BEST match-ups:
-Thunder vs Mavericks
-Grizzlies vs Clippers
- Heat vs Knicks
(1) Spurs over (8) Jazz
(2) Thunder over (7) Mavericks
(3) Lakers over (6) Nuggets
(5) Grizzlies over (4) Clippers
EAST:
(1) Bulls over (8) 76ers
(2) Heat over (7) Knicks
(3) Pacers over (6) Magic
4(Celtics) over (5) Hawks
**UPSET Alert:
-Thunder (vs Mavs)
-Clippers (vs Grizzlies)
-Celtics (vs Hawks)
*BEST match-ups:
-Thunder vs Mavericks
-Grizzlies vs Clippers
- Heat vs Knicks
Thursday, April 26, 2012
2012 NFL Mock Draft
1. Colts- Andrew Luck, QB- Stanford
2. Redskins- Robert Griffin, QB- Baylor
3. Browns- Trent Richardson, RB- Alabama
4. Vikings- Matt Kalil, OT- USC
5. Buccaneers- Morris Claiborne, CB- LSU
6. Rams- Justin Blackmon, WR- Oklahoma State
7. Jaguars- Fletcher Cox, DT- Mississippi State
8. Dolphins- Ryan Tannehill, QB- Texas A&M
9. Panthers- Quinton Coples, DE- UNC
10. Bills- Luke Kuelchy, ILB- Boston College
11. Chiefs- Mark Barron, SS- Alabama
12. Seahawks- Michael Floyd, WR- Notre Dame
13. Cardinals- David DeCastro, OG- Stanford
14. Cowboys- Dontari Poe, NT- Memphis
15. Eagles- Stephen Gilmore, CB- South Carolina
16. Jets- Melvin Ingram, DE/OLB- South Carolina
17. Bengals- Dre Kirkpatrick, CB- Alabama
18. Chargers- Chandler Jones, DE/OLB- Syracuse
19. Bears- Michael Brockers, DE/DT- LSU
20. Titans- Whitney Mercilus, DE/OLB- Illinois
21. Bengals- Cordy Glenn, OT/G- Georgia
22. Browns- Kendall Wright, WR- Baylor
23. Lions- Riley Reiff, OT- Iowa
24. Steelers- Dont’a Hightower, ILB- Alabama
25. Broncos- Devon Still, DT- Penn State
26. Texans- Bruce Irvin, DE/OLB- West Virginia
27. Patriots- Shea McClellin, DE/OLB- Boise State
28. Packers-Courtney Upshaw, DE- Alabama
29. Ravens- Stephen Hill, WR- Georgia Tech
30. 49ers- Amini Silatolu, OG- Midwestern State
31. Patriots- Harrison Smith, SS- Notre Dame
32. Giants- Jonathan Martin, OT- Stanford
*Analysis:* The Jaguars, Panthers, Bills, Seahawks, and Patriots(no. 31) all could trade down in the draft to acquire more picks. The Eagles, Jets, Cowboys, Chargers, and Lions are all strong possibilities to trade UP in the draft. I'd be willing to bet Brandon Weeden is taken in the first round by the Browns, if they can pry the Pats 31st pick. Janoris Jenkins, Doug Martin, Coby Fleener, and Nick Perry are also players that could be taken in the 1st round. Courtney Upshaw, Quinton Coples, Dontari Poe, and Riley Reiff could all plummet in the draft. Gonna be a crazy night!
2. Redskins- Robert Griffin, QB- Baylor
3. Browns- Trent Richardson, RB- Alabama
4. Vikings- Matt Kalil, OT- USC
5. Buccaneers- Morris Claiborne, CB- LSU
6. Rams- Justin Blackmon, WR- Oklahoma State
7. Jaguars- Fletcher Cox, DT- Mississippi State
8. Dolphins- Ryan Tannehill, QB- Texas A&M
9. Panthers- Quinton Coples, DE- UNC
10. Bills- Luke Kuelchy, ILB- Boston College
11. Chiefs- Mark Barron, SS- Alabama
12. Seahawks- Michael Floyd, WR- Notre Dame
13. Cardinals- David DeCastro, OG- Stanford
14. Cowboys- Dontari Poe, NT- Memphis
15. Eagles- Stephen Gilmore, CB- South Carolina
16. Jets- Melvin Ingram, DE/OLB- South Carolina
17. Bengals- Dre Kirkpatrick, CB- Alabama
18. Chargers- Chandler Jones, DE/OLB- Syracuse
19. Bears- Michael Brockers, DE/DT- LSU
20. Titans- Whitney Mercilus, DE/OLB- Illinois
21. Bengals- Cordy Glenn, OT/G- Georgia
22. Browns- Kendall Wright, WR- Baylor
23. Lions- Riley Reiff, OT- Iowa
24. Steelers- Dont’a Hightower, ILB- Alabama
25. Broncos- Devon Still, DT- Penn State
26. Texans- Bruce Irvin, DE/OLB- West Virginia
27. Patriots- Shea McClellin, DE/OLB- Boise State
28. Packers-Courtney Upshaw, DE- Alabama
29. Ravens- Stephen Hill, WR- Georgia Tech
30. 49ers- Amini Silatolu, OG- Midwestern State
31. Patriots- Harrison Smith, SS- Notre Dame
32. Giants- Jonathan Martin, OT- Stanford
*Analysis:* The Jaguars, Panthers, Bills, Seahawks, and Patriots(no. 31) all could trade down in the draft to acquire more picks. The Eagles, Jets, Cowboys, Chargers, and Lions are all strong possibilities to trade UP in the draft. I'd be willing to bet Brandon Weeden is taken in the first round by the Browns, if they can pry the Pats 31st pick. Janoris Jenkins, Doug Martin, Coby Fleener, and Nick Perry are also players that could be taken in the 1st round. Courtney Upshaw, Quinton Coples, Dontari Poe, and Riley Reiff could all plummet in the draft. Gonna be a crazy night!
Sunday, March 11, 2012
2012 MARCH MADNESS Bracket Prediction
Here's the link, click to see who I think will be cutting down the nets this year!
http://games.espn.go.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/en/entry?entryID=983225&sp=true
(To get to bracket, highlight the entire link, then right click, and click on "go to link")
SNEAK PEEK: I have TWO teams in the Final Four that are not seeds #1 or #2
http://games.espn.go.com/tournament-challenge-bracket/en/entry?entryID=983225&sp=true
(To get to bracket, highlight the entire link, then right click, and click on "go to link")
SNEAK PEEK: I have TWO teams in the Final Four that are not seeds #1 or #2
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Top 15 NBA Players
1) LeBron James
2) Dwight Howard
3) Kevin Durant
4) Kobe Bryant
5) Dwayne Wade
6) Chris Paul
7) Derrick Rose
8) Carmelo Anthony
9) Kevin Love
10) Dirk Nowitzki
11) Deron Williams
12) Pau Gasol
13) Russel Westbrook
14) Amare Stoudamire
15 Rajon Rondo
2) Dwight Howard
3) Kevin Durant
4) Kobe Bryant
5) Dwayne Wade
6) Chris Paul
7) Derrick Rose
8) Carmelo Anthony
9) Kevin Love
10) Dirk Nowitzki
11) Deron Williams
12) Pau Gasol
13) Russel Westbrook
14) Amare Stoudamire
15 Rajon Rondo
Monday, January 16, 2012
2012 NFL Playoffs: Conference Championship Predictions
AFC:
PATRIOTS- 31
Ravens- 27
The Patriots offense was firing on all cylinders in their dismantling of Denver. Baltimore won ugly against Houston, and barely. Brady over Flacco is what it comes down to.
NFC:
Giants-21
49ers- 17
This is a simple case of momentum. The Giants made quick outage of the 15-1 Packers, in a 37-20 rout. They have a fearsome pass rush, and Eli Manning and his receivers are extremely dangerous. I feel that SF does not have the ability to take advantage of the Giants' weak secondary, and loses because of it.
This would set up a Super Bowl of:
Patriots vs. Giants. (Hello,rematch anyone?)
PATRIOTS- 31
Ravens- 27
The Patriots offense was firing on all cylinders in their dismantling of Denver. Baltimore won ugly against Houston, and barely. Brady over Flacco is what it comes down to.
NFC:
Giants-21
49ers- 17
This is a simple case of momentum. The Giants made quick outage of the 15-1 Packers, in a 37-20 rout. They have a fearsome pass rush, and Eli Manning and his receivers are extremely dangerous. I feel that SF does not have the ability to take advantage of the Giants' weak secondary, and loses because of it.
This would set up a Super Bowl of:
Patriots vs. Giants. (Hello,rematch anyone?)
Tuesday, January 10, 2012
2012 NFL Playoffs: Round 2 Predictions
AFC:
PATRIOTS- 34
Broncos- 20
RAVENS: 24
Texans: 17
NFC:
SAINTS: 30
49ers: 23
Packers: 38
Giants: 31
If these all came to fruition, it would set up these Conference Championship
match-ups:
AFC: Patriots vs. Ravens (at NE)
NFC: Packers vs. Saints (at GB)
PATRIOTS- 34
Broncos- 20
RAVENS: 24
Texans: 17
NFC:
SAINTS: 30
49ers: 23
Packers: 38
Giants: 31
If these all came to fruition, it would set up these Conference Championship
match-ups:
AFC: Patriots vs. Ravens (at NE)
NFC: Packers vs. Saints (at GB)
Monday, January 2, 2012
2012 NFL Playoffs: Round 1 Predictions
NFC:
SAINTS-42
Lions-27
GIANTS- 24
Falcons- 17
Byes: Packers, 49ers
AFC:
TEXANS- 20
Bengals- 14
STEELERS- 24
Broncos- 3
Byes: Patriots, Ravens
SAINTS-42
Lions-27
GIANTS- 24
Falcons- 17
Byes: Packers, 49ers
AFC:
TEXANS- 20
Bengals- 14
STEELERS- 24
Broncos- 3
Byes: Patriots, Ravens
Friday, December 23, 2011
2012 NCAA BCS Bowl Predictions
Sugar Bowl:
Michigan- 27
Virginia Tech- 20
Orange Bowl:
Clemson- 31
West Virginia- 17
Fiesta Bowl:
Oklahoma State- 42
Stanford- 35
Rose Bowl:
Oregon- 28
Wisconsin- 24
BCS National Championship:
Alabama- 17
LSU- 14
EXTRA!
Liberty Bowl:
Vanderbilt- 24
Cincinnati- 13
Michigan- 27
Virginia Tech- 20
Orange Bowl:
Clemson- 31
West Virginia- 17
Fiesta Bowl:
Oklahoma State- 42
Stanford- 35
Rose Bowl:
Oregon- 28
Wisconsin- 24
BCS National Championship:
Alabama- 17
LSU- 14
EXTRA!
Liberty Bowl:
Vanderbilt- 24
Cincinnati- 13
2011-2012 NBA Preview/Predictions
So, we're going to have a season after all! The first games start Christmas day...here are my season predictions.
FINAL REGULAR SEASON STANDINGS
WEST:
1) Thunder
2) Clippers
3) Mavericks
4) Lakers
5) Grizzlies
6) Nuggets
7) Spurs
8) Warriors
EAST:
1) Heat
2) Bulls
3) Knicks
4) Celtics
5) Hawks
6) Magic
7) Nets
8) Pacers
League MVP: Kevin Durant (OKC)
Defensive Player of the Year: Serge Ibaka (OKC)
Most Improved: DeAndre Jordan (LAC)
Coach of the Year: Scotty Brooks (OKC)
West Champ: Thunder
East Champ: Heat
2011 NBA Finals Prediction: HEAT over Thunder in 7
FINAL REGULAR SEASON STANDINGS
WEST:
1) Thunder
2) Clippers
3) Mavericks
4) Lakers
5) Grizzlies
6) Nuggets
7) Spurs
8) Warriors
EAST:
1) Heat
2) Bulls
3) Knicks
4) Celtics
5) Hawks
6) Magic
7) Nets
8) Pacers
League MVP: Kevin Durant (OKC)
Defensive Player of the Year: Serge Ibaka (OKC)
Most Improved: DeAndre Jordan (LAC)
Coach of the Year: Scotty Brooks (OKC)
West Champ: Thunder
East Champ: Heat
2011 NBA Finals Prediction: HEAT over Thunder in 7
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
World Series Prediction
3 Keys to the series:
1) Which starting rotation will be able to slow down these high-octane offenses?
2) Which bullpen will be more consistent?
3) Can the Cardinals stop Nelson Cruz?- (I think not.)
ANALYSIS
This series will feature two of the best hitters in the game: Albert Pujols and Nelson Cruz. Expect these games to be high scoring, which calls for some exciting baseball! Carpenter and Pujols will certainly do their part, but the Cardinals line-up will not score enough runs to keep up with the Rangers.
PREDICTION:
RANGERS over Cardinals in 6 games.
1) Which starting rotation will be able to slow down these high-octane offenses?
2) Which bullpen will be more consistent?
3) Can the Cardinals stop Nelson Cruz?- (I think not.)
ANALYSIS
This series will feature two of the best hitters in the game: Albert Pujols and Nelson Cruz. Expect these games to be high scoring, which calls for some exciting baseball! Carpenter and Pujols will certainly do their part, but the Cardinals line-up will not score enough runs to keep up with the Rangers.
PREDICTION:
RANGERS over Cardinals in 6 games.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Titans Overview Heading into Week 4
Heading into week 4 against the Cleveland Browns, the Titans sport a 2-1 record, with victories versus the Ravens and Broncos, and a week 1 loss to the Jaguars. Matt Hasselbeck, our veteran quarterback, has played tremendously and was a great offseason pickup. He has already thrown for 932 yards and 5 TD's, and has shown leadership on the field.
Chris Johnson has done close to nothing. Here are his stats through 3 games: 46 carries, 98 yards, no TD's. Not exactly worth the 53.5 million dollars we payed him. And it's not the offensive line's fault, nor is it because of a lack of a passing game; it's all on him. The lockout clearly hurt him, BAD. Yet Johnson is an all-world talent: He will get back on track, maybe as soon as this week vs the Browns.
A huge blow to our team was Kenny Britt being put on the IR with a torn ACL and MCL. Britt lead the AFC in receiving before the injury, and was going on to having a monster season.
Finally, on to the defense. The Titans' defense is the number 1 ranked D in the entire league, averaging barely 261 yards per game. Akeem Ayers has played well as a rookie, and Barret Ruud, our free-agent pickup, has been stellar at MLB. Finally, our secondary has been fantastic. Names like Finnegan, Griffin, and the up-and-coming Jason McCourty have all but shut down opponent's passing games.
For this week, I expect the Titans to win on the road against the Browns, 17-14. The key to the game is stopping Peyton Hillis. It;s simple: If we stop Hillis, we win the game. As for CJ2K, expect an improvement this game, but not the electrifying superstar like we had last year...not YET.
Chris Johnson has done close to nothing. Here are his stats through 3 games: 46 carries, 98 yards, no TD's. Not exactly worth the 53.5 million dollars we payed him. And it's not the offensive line's fault, nor is it because of a lack of a passing game; it's all on him. The lockout clearly hurt him, BAD. Yet Johnson is an all-world talent: He will get back on track, maybe as soon as this week vs the Browns.
A huge blow to our team was Kenny Britt being put on the IR with a torn ACL and MCL. Britt lead the AFC in receiving before the injury, and was going on to having a monster season.
Finally, on to the defense. The Titans' defense is the number 1 ranked D in the entire league, averaging barely 261 yards per game. Akeem Ayers has played well as a rookie, and Barret Ruud, our free-agent pickup, has been stellar at MLB. Finally, our secondary has been fantastic. Names like Finnegan, Griffin, and the up-and-coming Jason McCourty have all but shut down opponent's passing games.
For this week, I expect the Titans to win on the road against the Browns, 17-14. The key to the game is stopping Peyton Hillis. It;s simple: If we stop Hillis, we win the game. As for CJ2K, expect an improvement this game, but not the electrifying superstar like we had last year...not YET.
Friday, September 30, 2011
2011 MLB Division Series Predictions
AL
Rays over Rangers in 5 games
Yankees over Tigers in 4 games
NL
Brewers over Diamondbacks in 5 games
Phillies over Cardinals in 3 games
Rays over Rangers in 5 games
Yankees over Tigers in 4 games
NL
Brewers over Diamondbacks in 5 games
Phillies over Cardinals in 3 games
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Week 1 NFL Picks
Here are my picks for the opening week of the 2011 NFL season!
Packers over Saints
Falcons over Bears
Browns over Bengals
Chiefs over Bills
Eagles over Rams
Lions over Buccaneers
Titans over Jaguars
Steelers over Ravens
Texans over Colts
Giants over Redskins
49ers over Seahawks
Chargers over Vikings
Cardinals over Panthers
Jets over Cowboys
Patriots over Dolphins
Raiders over Broncos
MUST see games:
Saints vs. Packers
Steelers vs. Ravens
UPSET Alert:
Giants(vs. Redskins)
Under-the-radar- game:
Lions vs. Buccaneers
Packers over Saints
Falcons over Bears
Browns over Bengals
Chiefs over Bills
Eagles over Rams
Lions over Buccaneers
Titans over Jaguars
Steelers over Ravens
Texans over Colts
Giants over Redskins
49ers over Seahawks
Chargers over Vikings
Cardinals over Panthers
Jets over Cowboys
Patriots over Dolphins
Raiders over Broncos
MUST see games:
Saints vs. Packers
Steelers vs. Ravens
UPSET Alert:
Giants(vs. Redskins)
Under-the-radar- game:
Lions vs. Buccaneers
Saturday, August 27, 2011
2011 College Football Preview
MY Pre-Season Top 10:
1. Oklahoma- Key Returners: Landry Jones, Ryan Broyles
2. Alabama- Key Returners: Trent Richardson, Dont'a Hightower
3. Oregon- Key Returners: LaMicheal James, Darron Thomas
4. Stanford- Key Returners: Andrew Luck, Jonathan Martin
5. FSU- Key Returners: E.J. Manuel, Greg Reid
6. LSU- Key Returners: Jordan Jefferson, Kelvin Sheppard
7. South Carolina- Key Returners: Marcus Lattimore, Alshon Jeffery
8. Boise State- Key Returners: Kellen Moore, Nate Potter
9. Texas A&M- Key Returners: Ryan Tannehill, Jeff Fuller
10. Oklahoma State- Key Returners: Brandon Weeden, Justin Blackmon
Key Story lines:
1) Will this finally be the year that Oklahoma lives up to the expectations and makes it to the big game?
2) Will extremely-hyped Florida State and its talented young squad finally make it back to national predominance?
3) Will the SEC continue its streak of national championships?
Predictions:
Heisman
Heisman Winner: Andrew Luck, Stanford
Heisman Runner-Up: Trent Richardson, Alabama
Heisman Darkhorse: Marcus Lattimore, South Carolina
National Championship:
Alabama vs. Oklahoma
National Champion:
OKLAHOMA
National Championship Darkhorse(Sleeper):
South Carolina
Top 5 Players that will be most MISSED from last year:
1) Auburn- Cam Newton, QB
2) Alabama- Julio Jones, WR
3) Georgia- A.J. Green, WR
4)Texas A&M- Von Miller, OLB
5) TCU- Andy Dalton, QB
1. Oklahoma- Key Returners: Landry Jones, Ryan Broyles
2. Alabama- Key Returners: Trent Richardson, Dont'a Hightower
3. Oregon- Key Returners: LaMicheal James, Darron Thomas
4. Stanford- Key Returners: Andrew Luck, Jonathan Martin
5. FSU- Key Returners: E.J. Manuel, Greg Reid
6. LSU- Key Returners: Jordan Jefferson, Kelvin Sheppard
7. South Carolina- Key Returners: Marcus Lattimore, Alshon Jeffery
8. Boise State- Key Returners: Kellen Moore, Nate Potter
9. Texas A&M- Key Returners: Ryan Tannehill, Jeff Fuller
10. Oklahoma State- Key Returners: Brandon Weeden, Justin Blackmon
Key Story lines:
1) Will this finally be the year that Oklahoma lives up to the expectations and makes it to the big game?
2) Will extremely-hyped Florida State and its talented young squad finally make it back to national predominance?
3) Will the SEC continue its streak of national championships?
Predictions:
Heisman
Heisman Winner: Andrew Luck, Stanford
Heisman Runner-Up: Trent Richardson, Alabama
Heisman Darkhorse: Marcus Lattimore, South Carolina
National Championship:
Alabama vs. Oklahoma
National Champion:
OKLAHOMA
National Championship Darkhorse(Sleeper):
South Carolina
Top 5 Players that will be most MISSED from last year:
1) Auburn- Cam Newton, QB
2) Alabama- Julio Jones, WR
3) Georgia- A.J. Green, WR
4)Texas A&M- Von Miller, OLB
5) TCU- Andy Dalton, QB
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Titans Free Agency Update
According to multiple sources, the Seahawks will NOT re-sign QB Matt Hasselbeck, making him a free agent.With McNabb most likely going to the Vikings, Kolb likely packing his bags to Arizona, Palmer retiring, and Kyle Orton possibly going to the Dolphins, the race for a QB has narrowed down to two choices for Tennessee at Quarterback: Matt Hasselbeck and Marc Bulger.Hasselbeck would demand more money, but is a better fit and has more of a chance to go to the Titans.
MY PREDICTION is this: Matt Hasselbeck signs a 2 year deal with the Tennessee Titans.
MY PREDICTION is this: Matt Hasselbeck signs a 2 year deal with the Tennessee Titans.
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