Not Portland again?

At this point, I could almost guaranteed that the first 5 playoff teams in the west will be a combo of SAC, SA, HOU, DEN, DAL....after that, its a dogfight for the remaining 3 positions.

I think those will be LAL, MEM, and POR.

I think Golden state will be a surprise this year, and should contend for a playoff spot in the west. The entire race for the final playoff spots in the west may be a bit more closer this year. See some scrappy matchups with LAC and NO.

I love nash and Phoenix will be fast. But will they make the playoffs? I'm not so sure. There may be a big disappointment here. One I hope doesn't happen.....cause I hate portland.