First Round Playoff Preview and Predictions

Where did the time go?  Playoff time is here again.  Let's get to it

Western Conference:

Spurs vs. Grizzlies- This series would be really interesting if Rudy Gay hadn't gotten hurt, but either way the Grizz gave the Spurs a little trouble in the regular season.  Regardless, Spurs in 6.

Hornets vs. Lakers- If there ever was a match up that is 1 on 5, this is it.  Chris Paul will have to do everything in his power not to get swept here.  I'll give him the benefit of the doubt.  Lakers in 5.

Blazers vs. Mavericks- Here's where everyone is predicting upset.  I think they are right.  Mavericks are notoriously chokers.  Blazers in 7.

Thunder vs. Nuggets- The young guns go at it.  In the end Durant will exert dominance and the Thunder win in 6.

Eastern Conference:

Hawks vs. Magic- 2 inconsistent teams go at it.  Probably an ugly series like last year.   Magic win in 5.

Celtics vs. Knicks- This one should be entertaining at the very least.  MSG drama at it's finest.  Too bad Celtics win in 7.

Heat vs. Sixers- Can the Heat do it?  In the first round they can!  Heat in 5.

Bulls vs. Pacers- Bulls are on a roll, can they keep it up?  Pacers haven't been to the playoffs in eternity, so they should be hungry.  Bulls in 6.