Tuesday, April 26, 2011

NBA Playoffs Projection Analysis - Day 11

Projection Analysis - Day 11

Atlanta over Orlando in 6*
(A long shot? Atlanta leads the series 3-1 for good reason.)

You knew you'd see this Atlanta team eventually. The model of inconsistency, the Hawks can be awfully bad at times, which they were today. Give credit to the Magic for playing well, but they better be ready to pack their bags, because game six will be their last. Enjoy the flight to Atlanta, because it won't be a fun ride home.

Chicago over Indiana in 5
(Easiest Draw of the East - Indiana)

Indiana can also be just as bad as Atlanta and they showed it in this elimination game. Chicago kept my prediction on track and became my first correct prediction. Chicago over Indiana in five (4-1), check!

Los Angeles over New Orleans in 5 (Take this one to 7 baby!!)
(Easiest Draw - Hornets)

The Lakers bullied the Hornets, at times with unnecessary cheap shots (shove after the play by Gasol, elbow to the face by Kobe, elbow by Brown), in clearly taking this win. The only effect Kobe's foot has was when pivoting, as you could see he wasn't as mobile off the pivot, however, he made sure he made some noise when taking it to the rack. The team without Kobe is actually when they really gained their lead with a +15 point or so advantage. They also dominated in the paint and on second chance points. The Hornets also committed almost twenty turnovers, a no no if you want a chance to win.



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