The race for 8th

[trojanfan12]

They would not be favored over the warriors. Warriors in 6 or 7. Not a true champion if you tank against New Orleans

I don't think I would say that they wouldn't be favored against the Warriors. If they are healthy going into the series, I could see where OKC could be favored or maybe a slight underdog. Remember, if OKC had been healthy all season long, they are likely right there with the Warriors fighting for the #1 seed.

 

[bksballer89]

Durant is basically out for the rest of the season.

 

[thunderc]

Thunder showing they are still dangerous. Just beat Atlanta without KD, Ibaka and Kanter.

 

[bksballer89]

This has been an amazing night for Miami.

They're now closer to 6th than they are 8th

 

[Mecca of the “B” Team]

Holy Shit, Russel Westbrook.

 

[Wishbone]

Westbrook is unreal. Taking this team on his back. No KD, Ibaka, or Kanter. Plus Russ still has to wear that mask and Adams still has a cast on his hand.

 

[thunderc]

I don't know how this year is going to finish out with all the injuries but if everyone gets healthy for next year they are a prohibitive favorite like hasn't been seen in quite some time in the league.

 

[GNG]

This has been an amazing night for Miami.

They're now closer to 6th than they are 8th

Milwaukee has imploded since they traded away Brandon knight.

 

[69er]

Durant is basically out for the rest of the season.

That's too bad. I always like watching any team at full strength even against the Warriors and the funny thing is the Warriors have absolutely no answer for that guy. None. The only defense we have for him is the Splash Bros out splashing him.

 

[thunderc]

Thunder with a 3 game lead on New Orleans and Phoenix now.

 

[Arizona_Sting]

I still have no clue how we're in this, but if we beat Dallas tonight & take down OKC next time we play them then things could get interesting.

Brandon Knight could return soon as well.

 

[Arizona_Sting]

4 game win streak… all without Knight. PJ Tucker is playing insane defense right now locking up Harden and Ellis in back to back nights.

 

[Wishbone]

3 in a row for us. Having Kanter back was huge. Still need guys to get healthy.

 

[gordontrue]

Was just looking at basketball-reference's playoff probabilities. (Based on 1,000 simulations of remainder of season)

Surprised to see Suns and Pelicans playoff percentage so low... and surprised to see GSW's 'Win Conf' percentage so high. Also... this model seems to be high on the Clippers.

 

[Montalban]

That would be chicken shit.

Yup. But its still the smart thing to do. Although now that Durant is out for the season I'm not sure it matters anymore.

 

[Montalban]

They would not be favored over the warriors. Warriors in 6 or 7. Not a true champion if you tank against New Orleans

Their experience alone when healthy would make the Thunder a clear favorite over the Dubs.

 

[Hambombs]

Their experience alone when healthy would make the Thunder a clear favorite over the Dubs.

Don't get me wrong thunder are dangerous but we have the better coaching staff. Better offense and defensive system

 

[Montalban]

Don't get me wrong thunder are dangerous but we have the better coaching staff. Better offense and defensive system

Hopefully we won't have to worry about it with Durant out. the Dubs can beat any other team in the league.

 

[bksballer89]

This is why Phoenix won't make the playoffs.

Can't lose @ home to the Kings in late March

 

[Arizona_Sting]

This is why Phoenix won't make the playoffs.

Can't lose @ home to the Kings in late March

Exactly. I knew it was coming. 4 game win-streak… got too cocky and took the Kings too lightly. Same shit they did last year. They always play up to the level of good teams and down to bad teams.