Who is your pick to win the NBA title?

I have been a life long Laker fan even though MJ [not to mean, Mark Juleen, although he is cool too] - is my hero. Really thnk Cleveland has a chance. I hate Boston and San Antonio with a purple passion.

Okay... Say it with me... Cel-tics. Just rolls off the tongue. Keep practicing until it becomes natural and the Cavs are long forgotten!

I knew there was something amiss about you - :blink: What a shot by Ray Allen to end the game tonight.

Just remember, Brewer, it's easy to go with the masses... the Cavs are such an EASY pick. Be brave. Go Celtics... and Fliers... but that's a whole other title...

Never understood Hockey - I am slowing becoming a Blues Fan but still don't get the game.

Trust me - Lakers over Cavs in 6. Boston - gone in round one. They are going to be Gor-done'd

I'll have the Kleenex and anti-depressants shipped to you now, Mike just in case you wise up. I have some great connections in the St.L area for your private grief therapy needs to come.:laugh:

LOL!!! :laugh:

Not sure I see the humor there, Mark. :lol:

Mike having spent 16 years in Magic/Kareem land I would love to see the Lakers win. However I am living in Cleveland (very long story) and since James will be in NY next year this is the only chance they will ever have to win a title for this city. I am torn?

Russ,

I have to say - in addition to being a team fan, I love individuals and what they bring to the game. James is from another planet and I would love to see him really come into his own by winning a title. To do it in Cleveland would be stellar for the city.

I vote for a Cavs - Lakers final. And, will be happy for whoever wins. Is that having your cake and eating it too?

Have a great day.

M

Not too much of a Cardinals fan either yet just moving to St. Louis from Wisconsin. Still have to support my Brewers:dry:

In my heart I am hoping for Atlanta to make it to the finals since I live in their town now. Do not think they have the depth to take it all the way though. Cleveland is showing some strength. I give it to the Lakers though. Cleveland and LA going to game 7.

Oh wait, was that the Rockets taking game 1? I think it was...

How can you say you hate Boston and San Antonio !!! Are you a fan of the sport, do you likre watching the sport played by the very best teams ???

I ejoy watching the game played at a high level, and there fore love watching Boston, Lakers, Cleveland, San Antonio,.

maybe you don't understand the game and just root for the uniform and have no idea how to recognize the cream of the league.

maybe you should stay with soccer !!!!

Please keep it friendly on here, John. This isn't a basketball forum, so we're all just trying to have fun.

I am happy Atlanta made it at least to the second round. The Cavaliers are looking smoking hot. I don't think anyone can stop them.

J,

Totally agree on the Cavs - could have said the same for Denver until they fell apart last night. I think they are going to give Houston or L.A. a run for their money.

As much as I hate to say it, even though Houston bounced back nicely, without Yao they are sunk for the playoffs. Stranger things have happened, but the deck is stacked against them for sure now.

B,

Very good point - Filling his shoes will be tall order - no pun intended.

Brent..sorry to hear about Yao. He sure is a player. I am so suprised to see how well they are doing with McGrady!!

Nothing like the Hakeem Olajuwon days though. What a championship team that was!

Brent -

Great game last night, hey?

I honestly did not think it would be that lopsided. They really do miss Yao in the middle.

Last night? I'm already switching over the baseball. But the Astros are pretty bad this year.... Hmmm... Is it too early to start thinking about football?

Never to early to talk Football -:cheer:

Dare we post a pre-season pick topic?

Lakers looked terrible - Brent, you may have a good reason to tune in on Sunday.

Well I guess that's that! I'm proud of them though - who would of guessed they would have gotten to game 7 without Yao, McGrady, and Dikembo (relevant b/c of no Yao)!

Go Magic!!

Brent,
They did a great job!! I cannot believe their energy to get them to that point. It was almost as if they were remembering their college days and letting the game motivate them instead of money! Great series. Look forward to seeing what they do next year.

Denver by 20 tonight.

Denver really out played L.A. tonight but I must say I am happy! One down three to go. A Cleveland win tomorrow night and the weekend will be right!

I was actually joking about Denver by 20--- but they played a remarkable game for sure. Lakers have their work cut out for them.

Orlando was unbelievable! what poise and confidence. I did not expect that outcome last night.

where did everybody go? the semi finals could not be more exciting!!!

The games have been unreal - unlike any year I can remember. I actually like watching NBA basketball again.

Do you think Nike is fretting the thought of a Carmello/Howard showdown in lieu of a Bryant/James showdown?

Actually, I think you are right, but it wouldn't be just Nike - that would be a disaster for the NBA overall. Talk about lost marketing opportunities to the casual fan...

Should we get out the brooms - could there be a sweep?

Orlando isn't finished yet! Its going to be a close series for sure.