Some interesting moves have occurred this past week. The Bulls just can’t seem to get their act together. The surging Knicks are just half a game out of a playoff spot. After winning their first ten home games, the Suns have lost their last two. The Lakers and Celtics both look to be getting back on track after having their win streaks unceremoniously interrupted. And don’t forget the Bucks, yet, as they are in the process of slipping back into obscurity. With so many things to take a look at, let’s look at what would happen if the playoffs started as of Thursday, December 24 at 12:45am:
West:
#1 Los Angeles Lakers vs. #8 Utah Jazz
Utah didn’t want to face Los Angeles in the first round last year, and they don’t want to face L.A. now. The Lakers are 16-2 at home, which is more than enough to stop Utah on the road (5-9). A five game win streak vs. a two game losing streak...
