What do I expect for the coming NBA season? here are my predictions!
Unfortunately we still have to wait for close to two months before we can enjoy the NBA season again. By now most trades are done and the NBA teams are fully focused on the season that is ahead of us.
Like last year I will give you my predictions for the season. it’s my way to create some more excitement and getting myself focused and prepared for the season. Last season is was able to travel to California and watch some great NBA games. This season I am trying to plan a trip again (hope the Cryptos will bounce back). And like many of you know I had a season seat of the Raptors when I was living in Toronto. So with around 60 games under my belt I hope you like my predictions. Don’t forget to comment on what you think.
Ready for part 1!?
All-star game
Let’s starts with a game even further away from us. The All-star game in February, with the Lebron James move there will be no Team Lebron- Team Stephen anymore! So who will fill his spot in the East? And will DeMar DeRozan be strong enough so to be selected in the West?
I do believe DeMar will be an All-star in the West, I sure the great Spurs coach will make sure he can play in his strength
But who will be the new star in the East? And the one they name captain of the team? Will it be Kyrie, Embiid, Giannis or Khawi?
I believe the east will belong to Giannis Antetokounmpo this year and expect him to be the brightest star in the East.
Surprise team that will make the play-offs
Last year I predicted that the Sixers would made it to the Play-offs, did not bet on it. But I was sure they would make it. So I could have earned myself some money. This year the quote of them making the play-offs won’t be high so what will be me surprise prediction this year?
Will it be Cleveland without Lebron? The Knicks or Nets? My pick will be a little more on the save sight but I predict the Pistons to make the play-offs this year. So I think this year I will put my money on the Pistons to squeeze into the postseason.
Biggest surprise
Every year in the NBA there will be some pleasant surprises and some teams will really benefit the breakout season some players will have or will just find offense or defense of a surprise contributor.
Last year we had Lou Williams scoring outburst, Clint Capela showing his potential and many other fun developments.
This year I will give a household name the benefit of the doubt. I really believe that Dwight Howard will be a big factor for the Wizards. That may come as a surprise especially if you look at his last few NBA stops. But putting him in the pick and roll with Wall will really benefit his game. I therefore believe he will be a double- double treat every night again.
What do you think about my fist predictions? Many more to come to keep you occupied during the wait until next season.
Can the Warriors do it again? Will Carmelo help the Rockets to the final? Will the move of Toronto pay off? So many more questions to answer.