Finally, after a disappointing playoffs thus far, we get to the good stuff. Lakers vs. Spurs… Pop vs. Zen Master!! I’m excited about this series I tells ya, and here’s why

KOBE vs. Kobe

The best player in the league on his path to triumph has one more task ahead of him, the most annoying defender in the league; Bruce “kicks” Bowen. And behind him, fish out of water Oberto, Ginobli,  and “tough guy” Kurt Thomas. Can Kobe handle it? With all the pressure on him, since this is evidently his best team ever, Will he deliver without Shaq? We shall see.

Phil Jackson vs. Greg Popovich

This is reason, I believe this is the NBA Finals. All things equal (Talent, Chemistry etc.) both western coaches are far superior to their eastern counterparts. I can only imagine Doc somehow messing up his rotation further (Maybe benching Rondo for Sammy, since he’s struggling). And Flip hasn’t messed up badly yet, which is scary considering his history (Lebron 4^th quarter). We saw Pops adjust to Chris Paul finally in game 7, leaving the COY relying on Pargo to keep the season alive. Both coaches with adjust throughout this series accordingly, but here are some series questions going into game 1.

Will Pop guard Kobe, 1 on 1?

How will Phil guard Duncan?

Will Pop leave the Pooh God in the Starting Lineup (Im Guessing Yes)

Who Will Guard Manu?

Will Phil leave Radman’s Corspe in the Starting Lineup? Or Will he put Ronny to guard Duncan?

Exciting Times…

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Oh my God. She’s so hot. – The Hornets weren’t so hot in the 3^rd quarter where they shot _____. Chris Paul, David West both missed countless makeable shots while there season slipped away. The Spurs defense was great for most of the game. But the hornets can only blame themselves for that pitiful 3^rd quarter.

She’s so flippin’ hot. She’s like a curry.  Peja Stojakavic did everything he could to end the season early as he had some brutal misses. Bruce Bowen must’ve been in his head cause Peja was missing wide open shots… You know as a fan, if you see a slow footed shot specialist missing open 3’s, you get to thinking you could do better. And honestly I could’ve shot 3-11 and grabbed a few boards.

She’s so hot she’s making me sexist. – On the bright side, Tyson Chandler repeatedly p’owned Duncan in the low block as Duncan shot a pedestrian 5-17. And to see Duncan using all his moves and not getting anything done, was a lil’ uncomfortable to watch. At least NO has a Duncan stopper already in place, while PHX sold their soul for one. Tyson also scored a few more of those “dunk shots” I’ve heard so much about…

B*tch – Both Chris Paul and Jannero Pargo were both bizzatches last night. Chris Paul was visibly frustrated as he flailed his arms whenever he was fouled (That attempted slap on Finley springs to mind). Gone unnoticed throughout these playoffs, is that Chris Paul has been a bit of a prick. “Habanero” Pargo decided in the 4th that he was Jesus Michael Jordan. NO fans saw the good – a wide open 3 pointer to bring the game within a couple of points, and the bad – another 3 pointer clanked a few seconds into the shot clock a moment later.

I think I need a 1983 Casio DG-20 electric guitar- The 4 best teams are facing off, and that’s all this NBA fan could ask for. I’m excited to see Sheed own KG, and Kobe sodomizing Bruce Bowen. Another exciting fact is we’re open to the most exciting final for the casual fan (BOS vs. LAL) and the most dull (SA vs. DET).

Now I know what your thinking, CHRIS PAUL!!!!!!!! OMG Lebron, JAY-Z, B-Scal DISS TRACK, I CAN’T FEEL MY Face!!!!!!!! But have these playoffs lived to your expectations thus far? Honestly? Because they haven’t for me personally. But let’s take a closer look at the playoffs thus far, specifically the West.

Lakers vs. Denver

This was the worst series by far. Denver is the most talented team in the league, individually, but unfortunately this team’s make up resembles my NBA Live Dyansty. Iverson For Andre Miller? DONE! Who needs a point guard? I can have two volume shooters and JR Smith off the bench?! My god, where’s Mark Blount? Luckily for basketball fans everywhere, the Nuggets death was quick and painful. With the inevitable “blame the coach, we suck speech” by Carmelo.

Most Depressing Part of the Series: Game 1, Game 2, Game 3… This whole series basically.

New Orleans vs. Dallas

This match up was mildly interesting to begin with. A lot of analysts were picking Dallas because of the “experience” factor, not taking into consideration Dallas’s (yeah I did it) recent experiences involved losing a championship to Dwayne Wade free throws and getting beat down by “5 midgets” in Golden State. But Jason Kidd is a winner man!!!!! He wins!!!! TRIP-LE DOUB-LESSS!!!! J-Kidd made quick work of getting his coach fired this time, ridding of ‘The General’ 2 months after becoming Dallas’ (I switch it up to keep things interesting) “big” acquisition.

Most Depressing Parts of the Series – Jerry Stackhouse’s Temper Tantrum and David West’s Love Tap with Dirk looking all confused.

San Antonio vs. Phoenix

This was going to be the best series in the UNIVERSE! And after game one, I’m not gonna lie, I made a mess of my pants (Yes Homo). But Mike D’antoni soon showed his stubbornness, Steve Nash looked older than any of the Spurs, and Boris Diaw was still fat. SERIES Done!

P.S. That Shaq guy isn’t too good at the whole free throw thing.

Most Depressing Parts of the Series: Jacques Vaughn Chasing Shaq around the Court and Manu going left to close out game 1.

Utah vs. Houston

My god the pain of Jeff Van Gundy. Even with JVG gone, the stink of his stagnant offense still lingers. Utah should’ve swept Houston, but unfortunately they had a couple piss poor offensive games (The ghost of Van Gundy’s Defense) and a couple more hours of my life were wasted. I think everyone could agree that although the whole 22 games winning streak was fun, it made Houston a playoff seed without Yao which sucks.

Most Depressing Parts of the Series: Houston making the playoffs. Dikembe Mutumbo being a Starting Centre on a Playoff Team in 2008!!!!!! When will the NBA force him to retire?

P.S. Jeff, I love you as a commentator but please, if when you coach again, don’t let your team play on national television. PLEASE!

IF the First Round of the Western Playoffs could be redone, I would have….

LAL vs. Houston – Lakers Sweep Handily.

NO v.s. Denver – NO wins, but maybe Denver steals a few.

Dallas vs. SA – Dallas would’ve had a better showing against the Spurs. Better matchup overall.

Phx vs. Utah – Two high powered offensive teams. Deron vs. Nash, Shaq vs. Boozer, this one might’ve gone the full 7 games.

Although I think the same 4 teams would’ve advanced, most of these series would go at least 6 games. In the 2^nd round I would’ve had Utah vs. NO and SA vs. LAL.

But hey I can’t complain…

Wait I can?

MD – Hello Eddy, how are you?

EC – I’m ok, who are you?

MD – I’m Mike D’antoni, and this is Mr. Walsh behind me

DW – Hello Edward

EC – Wait a second, aren’t you the head coach of the Phoenix Suns?

MD – Yes, I was Eddy

EC – Aren’t you guys still in the playoffs?

MD – No Eddy, we were kicked out by the Spurs in the First Round, aren’t you watching the playoffs?

MD – Isiah… You see, Isiah is no longer with us Eddy

EC – He’s Dead? OMG Isiah is dead!!! But how?!!!! We were just chill’n at the cheesecake factory a couple days ago…………..

MD – He’s not dead Eddy, he’s just no longer the head coach of New York Knicks

DW – New York City Knickerbockers, Michael

MD- Huh?

DW – This team is called the New York City Knickerbockers Michael

MD – Yeah that’s what I meant. Anyway I thought, the Knickerbockers banned Isiah from talking to you guys?

EC – He was banned from talking to us, we can still talk to him, Michael. Duh!

MD – Oh I See…

EC – Wait, so Isiah Was Fired?

MD – Not exactly Eddy, see Isiah…

EC – Did he quit? I know he didn’t quit, Isiah would never quit on us, he loves this team, He’s not a quitter, he’s a champion among men.

DW – He didn’t quit either Edward

EC – So where is he?

MD – He’s in Italy Eddy

EC – So he did it?

DW – Did what Edward?

EC – Him and Marbury were talking about playing professionally in Italy someday…

MD – Really?

EC – Yeah they were gonna create the first dual combo guard backcourt, Isiah never believed in a point guard, he felt they just got in the way.

MD – Got in the way of what?

EC – Shooting Mike, point guards pass, basketball players shoot.

MD – That’s Ridiculous

EC – You’re Ridiculous

To Be Continued…