The competition for the 8th seed in the West is IMO the highlight of the remaining of the season.
Notice that both trades so far include teams competing for that 8th spot.
Which team do you think will make it?
I cannot wait for the impending Sacramento implosion. I think there is a chance for them to drop a -10 net rating in their remaining games. They're going to be a mess. Especially with them dealing the rest of their vets.
My gut feeling is that Nuggets will make it. This is part prediction, part wish. It will be hillarious to see NOP fail after that trade.
I am cheering on Denver as well.
Do not like that New Orleans team. Anthony Davis is a center and one of my favourite players in the league. I hate seeing him forced to play PF and not get to fully utilize his talents. Especially on the defensive end. Such a gifted a defender. What a waste.
I'd be happy with Portland making it if Denver do not. Especially if Nurkic plays well for them. I do not like the Lillard - McCollum backcourt (too selfish, do not involve their teammates, lousy to watch) but I do like Nurkic. I love his physicality. It would be great to see him make a difference in Portland and get them into the playoff spot.
Denver because of Jokic. He makes them watchable. The rest of the team isn't nice to watch. I can't believe Jameer Nelson is still in the league. I don't think Mike Malone makes the most of the supporting cast around Jokic either. Anyway, Jokic.