Post by Derwin on Oct 7, 2008 16:44:36 GMT -5
Throughout BBS, there is always talk among GMs as to who is in possession of the best team. However, little of the talk has to do with the opposing divisions, and the strength each one of them represents. The first of this 4 part series will focus on the Atlantic Division.
Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics : 30-52
The Celtics are in a very tough spot right now. Rajon Rondo is tied up in a bad contract for the next 5 years, and they hold none of their own 1st picks for the next 2 years. This will make the next GM's job very difficult, as it may be a rebuilding project for the foreseeable future.
Miami Heat : 58-24
Ebener is currently managing one of the strongest rosters in BBS. The starting roster of LaMarcus Aldridge, Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Brandon Roy, and Ricky Rubio is a force to be reckoned with. If they can defend the ball as well as they can score, they will be a heavy favorite in the playoffs.
New York Knicks : 46-36
GM Outlawz decided to take the Knicks in a new and very exciting direction. He was part of two of the biggest trades so far, acquiring both Derrick Rose and Kevin Durant. Although those two will be part of a very young and prolific duo, there isn't enough depth currently to lead a deep playoff run. Expect to see them get better and better each year as long as these two are there.
New Jersey Nets : 54-28
Mark's team seemed to take a major hit with the loss of Ben Wallace. However, he still has a young stud in Greg Oden, which is always a plus when contending for the offseason. And with the assist-happy PG Chris Paul, he will maintain his strength within the Atlantic.
Orlando Magic : 36-46
Aaron is in a strange place with his Magic. At the start of the 2012 season, he was in the process of rebuilding, with a solid package of DJ Augustin, James Anderson, Corey Fisher, and Samardo Samuels. However, his motives changed with the acquisition of Dwayne Wade, who he then traded for defense in Elton Brand. Don't expect a great season like last year, but expect good seasons from Brand, Augustin, and veteran Vince Carter.
Philadelphia 76ers : 41-41
Maniac has had a tough start to his 2012 campaign. Like most teams, expect them to bounce back quickly. With a young and deep core of DeJuan Blair, Demar DeRozan, Yi Jianlin, and 2011 ROY John Wall, expect them to be spectacular in a few years. With the increased competition in the Eastern Conference, they will most likely settle for a lower seed in the playoffs this season.
Washington Wizards : 47-35
Jah always manages to keep his team competitive, and how could he not with a strong trio of Tyler Hansbrough, Luol Deng, and Paul Harris. Chris Bosh, the jack of all trades, is averaging 16 ppg off the bench. Although they have only played 9 games, Harris is playing like an All League 1st Team SG. This team has potential to go deep, as they usually do.
Combined W-L : 312-262 (.544)
10 Atlantic Players to Look For in 2012
Brandon Roy (MIA)
Amare Stoudemire (MIA)
Carmelo Anthony (MIA)
Greg Oden (NJ)
Chris Paul (NJ)
Derrick Rose (NYK)
Kevin Durant (NYK)
Elton Brand (ORL)
DeJuan Blair (PHI)
Paul Harris (WAS)
5 22 and Unders in the Atlantic to Look For in the Future
Dexter Strickland (BOS)
Ricky Rubio (MIA)
DeMarcus Cousins (ORL)
John Wall (PHI)
Demar DeRozan (PHI)
Central Division...Coming Soon
Atlantic Division
Boston Celtics : 30-52
The Celtics are in a very tough spot right now. Rajon Rondo is tied up in a bad contract for the next 5 years, and they hold none of their own 1st picks for the next 2 years. This will make the next GM's job very difficult, as it may be a rebuilding project for the foreseeable future.
Miami Heat : 58-24
Ebener is currently managing one of the strongest rosters in BBS. The starting roster of LaMarcus Aldridge, Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony, Brandon Roy, and Ricky Rubio is a force to be reckoned with. If they can defend the ball as well as they can score, they will be a heavy favorite in the playoffs.
New York Knicks : 46-36
GM Outlawz decided to take the Knicks in a new and very exciting direction. He was part of two of the biggest trades so far, acquiring both Derrick Rose and Kevin Durant. Although those two will be part of a very young and prolific duo, there isn't enough depth currently to lead a deep playoff run. Expect to see them get better and better each year as long as these two are there.
New Jersey Nets : 54-28
Mark's team seemed to take a major hit with the loss of Ben Wallace. However, he still has a young stud in Greg Oden, which is always a plus when contending for the offseason. And with the assist-happy PG Chris Paul, he will maintain his strength within the Atlantic.
Orlando Magic : 36-46
Aaron is in a strange place with his Magic. At the start of the 2012 season, he was in the process of rebuilding, with a solid package of DJ Augustin, James Anderson, Corey Fisher, and Samardo Samuels. However, his motives changed with the acquisition of Dwayne Wade, who he then traded for defense in Elton Brand. Don't expect a great season like last year, but expect good seasons from Brand, Augustin, and veteran Vince Carter.
Philadelphia 76ers : 41-41
Maniac has had a tough start to his 2012 campaign. Like most teams, expect them to bounce back quickly. With a young and deep core of DeJuan Blair, Demar DeRozan, Yi Jianlin, and 2011 ROY John Wall, expect them to be spectacular in a few years. With the increased competition in the Eastern Conference, they will most likely settle for a lower seed in the playoffs this season.
Washington Wizards : 47-35
Jah always manages to keep his team competitive, and how could he not with a strong trio of Tyler Hansbrough, Luol Deng, and Paul Harris. Chris Bosh, the jack of all trades, is averaging 16 ppg off the bench. Although they have only played 9 games, Harris is playing like an All League 1st Team SG. This team has potential to go deep, as they usually do.
Combined W-L : 312-262 (.544)
10 Atlantic Players to Look For in 2012
Brandon Roy (MIA)
Amare Stoudemire (MIA)
Carmelo Anthony (MIA)
Greg Oden (NJ)
Chris Paul (NJ)
Derrick Rose (NYK)
Kevin Durant (NYK)
Elton Brand (ORL)
DeJuan Blair (PHI)
Paul Harris (WAS)
5 22 and Unders in the Atlantic to Look For in the Future
Dexter Strickland (BOS)
Ricky Rubio (MIA)
DeMarcus Cousins (ORL)
John Wall (PHI)
Demar DeRozan (PHI)
Central Division...Coming Soon
