It’s just to say that if I were a fan of a borderline playoff team, I’m not sure I’d root for a playoff spot over the slim chance of moving up in the lottery — not even this season.
As things look, the Suns appear to be the most likely playoff matchup.
After consulting with Lakers team internist Dr. John Moe, I feel confident that I can gainfully pursue an NBA season with another long playoff postseason.
In all, Wade had lost 11 straight regular-season and playoff games in Boston. James had lost 13 of 15, including the one that ended his Cleveland career.
Two weeks ago, they acquired Gasol from Memphis in the first of a series of headliner trades this month that will shape the playoff race and the postseason in this stacked-as-ever conference.
Capitol Hill lawmakers are pressing college football officials to switch the Bowl Championship Series to a playoff system.
The Lakers embarked on a memorable playoff run before losing to Boston in the Finals.
