Top Five NBA Teams

This has been a great year in the NBA despite the lockout.  About 5 teams are fighting to be the #1 contender and although several are more dominant all these teams are in the mix.  This is my top five.  

1. Although I hate to say it, it has to go to Miami.  The Heat are currently riding a 12 game winning streak and are the team to beat.  Earlier in the season they seemed to be playing a little lazily but as the playoffs draw nearer and nearer they can’t seem to lose.  Maybe it’s great team chemistry and maybe it’s Lebron liking the idea of a second ring and playing his heart out.  In the last five games he’s averaging about 30 points, 8 rebounds, and 10 assists.  Yes he’s double digits in assists but he has been passing well all season topping the assist chart for non guards.

2. My 2nd place pick is the Thunder.  Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook are making heads turn both averaging over 23 ppg, and dishing out their share as well as staying strong on the boards.  The scoring is no problem they are averaging 10 more points than their opponents 107-97 but the D is.  It has been inconsistent all season long and they will need to step up if they want to take the lead.

3. Number three has to go to the Spurs.  They boast the best record (45-14) and the only reason they’re not number two is their age.  I fear injury and they’ve been playing so hard, many of their games ending in over-time, so I think they will not have a fully healthy roster going into the playoffs.

4. Paul George and the Pacers have to be number four.  Even without one of their star players Danny Granger the Pacers are a top contender.  The definite highlight of their play is on the defensive side but their offense has been getting better as the season draws to a close.  And Granger has recently started playing after his four month drought due to a knee injury.  Lookout Spurs Indiana’s hot on your trail.

5. This was a tough pick but one person decided it.  The L.A. Clippers have to be five because of Chris Paul.  He is their team and the sole reason they are winning.  Although Blake Griffin draws plenty of attention it’s Paul who sets him up and makes most of his baskets possible.  But the Grizzlies are hot and could take this spot if L.A. isn’t clutch in the postseason!