I haven't posted in this thread for a while...the Lakers regular season was over just after Xmas and was waiting for the real season to begin!
First of all - welcome back Drew! The Lakers are just too big and experienced for the younger Thunder...although not sure if I like the 'get a big lead then coast to the finish' game - Durant can eliminate any lead in the blink of an eye. Would like to see the boys play at least 3/4 and bench it up in the last 12 mins.
The road through the West is a rocky one this year, with a lot of teams that match up well against the Lakers...we will be hard pressed to advance. In the East however, the NBA has taken the unusual step of cancelling the playoffs and advancing the Cavs to the finals.
Solid start to the playoffs tonight...game 1 is always critical for Jackson coached teams. Bring on game 3 on Wed.