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THE TEAMS - SEASON A WEST

Posted on November 1, 2019 at 01:29 AM.

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SEASON A

SEASON A WEST

1. 2008 Denver Nuggets
Record: 50-32

Any team that has Carmelo Anthony and Allen Iverson on the same side is sure to put up some numbers, the question is of course who will do everything else? Marcus Camby is a big body desperately needed and Kenyon martin bring toughness but the back court is thin and the bench is light. The odds on who takes the most shots on this team may be the most interesting thing to watch, doubtful that this Nuggets team will compete very much.

2. 1985 Milwaukee Bucks
Record: 59-23

The addition of Jack Sikma to this roster make this a good group as Terry Cummings and Alton Lister already bring some punch. Sidney Moncrief and Paul Pressey will be fun to watch for a Bucks team that really has nothing to lose and that Don nelson will allow to play its own way. Somehow there is a feeling that this team of under appreciated talent could become an upset maker.

3. 2019 Philadelphia 76ers
Record: N/A

The modern 76ers are only getting better with some real talent that is coming into its own. Joel Embid and his athletic ability should be fun to watch go up against the alltime best. Ben Simmons is a tough cookie for any opponent and Tobias Harris is sure to impress. This 76ers team wants to prove that it is a championship caliber side and that their youthful skill anfd style will frustrate any opponent. They will be fun to watch.

4. 1991 Portland Trail Blazers
Record: 63-19

A true 90's era type team that had muscle sorounding a star. Buck Williams and Jerome Kersey had size and agility while Kevin Duckworth had double the size and half the agility. Still these unique players were all supporting Clyde Drexler who has this team to prove that he is one of the greats. If Drexler could get some outside support from Drazen Petrovic who can be considered among the greatest shooters to take the court. Terry Porter and Danny Ainge add depth. many can see this team making a playoff run.

5. 1971 Milwaukee Bucks
Record: 66-16

The great Kareem will be joined by Oscar Robertson and those two alone are worth taking a close look at this team. The Bucks only lose 16 games on their way to a championship and they dont plan on laying down for anyone here. Simply put, Kareem wins whereever he plays and his talent in his prime make him an MVP candidate. The team does have lack of depth and some wholes in the shooting department, but to slow things down and play their style, the Bucks will look to their two Hall of Fame stars.

6. 2013 Miami Heat
Record: 66-16

Another seemingly hated team but another of the all time best. The three headed monster of this Heat era lead by an im prime LaBron James can not be downplayed. Chris Bosh was the compliment and Dwayne Wade was superstar 2.0. This Heat team in truth made it look easy and in many ways changed the pendulum from an owner centered peague to a player centered one. Be aware, because this team is that talented but at times gives something up when the going get tough.

7. 2007 Washington Wizards
Record: 41-41

Rod Strickland was added to this roster for some depth and this Wizards team is going to need it. Gilbert Arenas can get hotter then anyone in a James Harden type of way but the mental toughness to win may be lacking. This overall is an average team that didnt in anything. Antawn jamison and Caron Butler are no nonsense players but Etan Thomas and Brendan hayward may be well in over their heads. For all intent and purposes this team isnt going anywhere.

8. 2000 Portland Trail Blazers
Record: 59-23

A very deep and very talented team, the Blazers put together a run that almost dethroned the Lakers. Scottie Pippen and Detlef Schrempf know something about winning and Arvydas Sabonis was a once in a generation type of talent that can not be ignored. Young Bonzi Wells anmd Jermain O'Neal add energy and truly this Blazers team isnt missing much of anything. Just like many teams you forgot about, the Blazers are here to compete and beat the team you thought was great.

9. 2007 Golden State Warriors
Record: 42-40

There are few players like Rick Berry in the history of the game, and on one of the weakest of teams, we are getting him on a roster. Barry is the classic all around forward who will team up with Baron Davis and make this team go. Al Harrington and Jason Richaredson have somne holes in their games and the depth falls off like a rock from there. Berry should help. built one wonders why the 2K folks picked this team to run with.

10. 1993 Chicago Bulls
Record: 57-25

The three peat was coined here as MJ and the Bulls reached the pinnacle of their DNA as a team. Phil Jackson had this team believing in itself under any conditions or opponents withc such stars sorounding Jordan like Horace Grant and Scottie Pippen. The Bulls found a way as the biggest of stars learned to distribute the ball and the result was soon winning. So which of the great Jordan team's was the greatest, chances are all of them are going to give us a chance to find out.

11. 2019 Los Angeles Clippers
Record: N/A

Paul George and Kawhi Leonard lead a team that hopes its legacy is ahead of it. Leonard has already proven his championship heart and now with paul George, he has his Robin to try and defeat the rest of the Jokers in the league. Lou Williams and Patrick Beverley will need to step up their games and Doc Rivers will need to adjust his teams mentality in many of these physical battles. The Clippers may just be the very best of the modern teams, and dont be surprised if they finally bring some glory to this name.

12. 2008 Houston Rockets
Record: 55-27

Few players are as dynamic, popular, and fundamentally sound then the great Yao Ming. It is a shame Ming never really played for a winner but this particular team does bring some intrigue. Tracy mcGrady is in his prime and has the moves and the perimiter J to almost score on anyone. Luther Head and Shane battier may have been better college players then the real thing and now will be asked to take it even a level higher. Can Ming bring this team some glory, it is really a mystery to predict how well they will compete.

13. 2001 Los Angeles Lakers
Record: 56-26

A dynasty is how you would describe this team and evidence what can happen when to of the very best to ever play, friends or not, play together on the court. Other role players like Rick Fox and Robert Horry are vital to the direction of this team, but Kobe and Shaq make this team one of the favorites for the ultimate crown. Will chemistry be a factor for this team? Will Shaq hit his free throws? And who takes the big shot? My vote on the latter is Robert Horry.

14. 2014 Los Angeles Clippers
Record: 57-25

Another team that is much better then you think they are. Blake Griffith is a physical force on a basketball court and Chris Paul can be considered a basketball genius. Add Deandre Jordan to the mix as well as the outside touch of JJ Redick and what exactly is this team missing? Even old vet Antawn jamison is on this roster and Doc Rivers is represented again with an interesting job on his hands. This team as mentioned has loads of talent but may be lacking that something more, the attitude and confidence of a great team.

15. 2004 Minnesota Timberwolves
Record: 58-24

Kevin Garnett much like Allen Iverson almost carried a team to glory all on his own, but the mountain will be much steeper in this league. Garnett in his prime could do it all and played with a contageous passion. Coach Flip Saunders knew the game bette then most and got the most of this roster. Sam Cassell along with Wally Szczerbiak have the perimiter while Latrell Sprewell tries to stay consistent. The team lacks a real quality big man, and often KG is pushed to center duty. Things may be too tough for this bunch, but any roster with Mark madsen and Fred Hoiberg is definately worth a look right?

16. 2000 Toronto Raptors
Record: 45-37

Playing above the rim was taken to a whole new level as Vince Carter and Tracy McCrady came onto the scene and made rims suffer. The show was there but the substance for Butch Carter may have been missing. Charles Oakley and Mugsy Bouges bring veteran leadership while Dell Currry and Doug Christie are important role players. Still to see this Raptors team compete is likely a stretch, but as they say the show always must go on.

17. 2019 Houston Rockets
Record: N/A

James harden truly turned himself into one of the best scorers in league history. His step back offense and isolation skills are silly at times and age like fine wine. in comes the tequila punch of Russell Westbrook and the formula is surely one to ignite. The Rockets have the big two guns but it is time for Clint Capela and PJ Tucker to step it up at the biggest stage. The modern game surely has alot to offer and this team and its style are indicative of where the game has gone. Paul Westphal would be proud of these boys, but not to worry, Mike Dantoni is too.

18. 1989 Chicago Bulls
Record: 47-35

Build it and they will come. This Bulls team was in the growing stages of a champion but the legend of Jordan always gives a team a chance. The Bulls were indeed putting together still under Doug Collins and the likes of brad Sellers and Will Perdue still taking up space. Scottie Pippen and Horace Grant allow this team to play tight sound defense and then allow the likes of Craig Hodges to shoot the lights out surounding the excellence of 23. This Bulls team isnt great, but Jordan is.