Hi ho there sports fans, I’m Troy here to talk to you about the National Basketball Association’s 2016-2017. So make sure to get your head in the game, even if you have your heart in the song, because this is the Official Season Preview of this here blog.
Let’s run down what’s going down here. First, a recap of everything that happened over the offseason in the form of several jokes. After which I’ll accurately predict all the end of the season awards. Then finally, I’ll perfectly predict the outcome of the entire NBA playoffs.
RECAP
Way back in June the NBA season came to a close when Cleveland, a city whose river has at one point caught on fire, won the finals over the Golden State Warriors. After which there were some coaching changings and what not. Ben Simmons was drafted number one overall, making him the first Australian basketball player who we did not suspect to secretly be a crocodile herder. Next came love and marriage, but after that free agency began. There were some crazy big contracts handed out and a lot of big name stars changing teams. Clearly the biggest story was Timofey Mozgov signing with the Los Angeles Lakers, but did you know that Kevin Durant signed with Golden State? That wasn’t the only big story that happened. There were also two super teams formed in New York and Chicago. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA. Sorry guys, I couldn’t even type that with a straight face. Of course, the most important thing that happened was Tim Duncan retired. I don’t even see the point of anything anymore. That was at least until I remembered that there’s still pictures on the internet of good old Timmy hanging out at Sea World. That’s it, you’re all caught up.
AWARDS
MVP: Russell Westbrook – Oklahoma City Thunder
With KD officially no longer with the team, Westbrook will now be the only true star. With Victor Oladipo taking some pressure off of him defensively, Russell will have free range to shine.
Defensive Player of the Year: Kawhi Leonard – San Antonio Spurs
Can we really be surprised at this point when Leonard wins? While this season he may have more competition than the past two seasons, he’s still head and shoulders above the rest of the league on D.
6th Man of the Year: Enes Kanter – Oklahoma City Thunder
Kanter is sure to be getting plenty of playing time coming off the bench and will play a key role towards OKC’s success.
Most Improved Player: Dennis Schroeder – Atlanta Hawks
With Jeff Teague gone to Indy, Schroeder is set up to be the go-to guy at guard in Atlanta.
Rookie of the Year: Kris Dunn – Minnesota Timberwolves
With Ben Simmons out until January, Kris Dunn appears to me to be the clear candidate for the award.
Coach of the Year: Brad Stevens – Boston Celtics
Boston is set to have a standout year in the East and Stevens is one of the main reasons why.
Executive of the Year: Danny Ainge – Boston Celtics
While I could have easily given it to Bob Myers (GSW) for simply pulling off the Durant situation, Danny Ainge has been stockpiling draft picks and young talent for years and this season it looks like it will finally pay off.
NBA PLAYOFFS
Eastern Conference First Round (Winners In Bold)
1. Cleveland Cavaliers - 4
8. Charlotte Hornets – 0
4. Atlanta Hawks – 2
5. Toronto Raptors – 4
3. Indiana Pacers – 4
6. Detroit Pistons – 1
2. Boston Celtics – 4
7. Washington Wizards – 1
Western Conference First Round (Winners In Bold)
1. Golden State Warriors – 4
8. Minnesota Timberwolves – 0
4. LA Clippers – 3
5. Oklahoma City Thunder – 4
3. Portland Trailblazers – 4
6. Dallas Mavericks – 2
2. San Antonio Spurs – 4
7. Utah Jazz – 2
Eastern Conference Semi-Finals (Winners In Bold)
1. Cleveland Cavaliers – 4
5. Toronto Raptors – 3
2. Boston Celtics – 4
3. Indiana Pacers – 3
Western Conference Semi-Finals (Winners In Bold)
1. Golden State Warriors – 4
5. Oklahoma City Thunder – 2
2. San Antonio Spurs – 4
3. Portland Trailblazers – 3
Eastern Conference Finals (Winner In Bold)
1. Cleveland Cavaliers – 4
2. Boston Celtics – 2
Western Conference Finals (Winner In Bold)
1. Golden State Warriors – 4
2. San Antonio Spurs – 3
NBA Finals (Winner In Bold)
1. Cleveland Cavaliers – 2
1. Golden State Warriors - 4
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