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EASTERN CONFERENCE
DETROIT (1) - ORLANDO (8)
April 21, 23, 26, 28, 1 *, 3 * and May 5 * (* - if necessary).
Trumps of Detroit
Accustomed to victory, an experienced and balanced composition. A pair of "big" (Webber - Wallace), capable of causing trouble any front line at any point on the site. Mr. Important Throw Chauncey Billups, whose contract is about to expire. The desire to rehabilitate for last year’s failure in the series with Miami. The unimportant form of the Magic, which kicked off, but ended up barely staying in the playoffs.
Trumps "Orlando"
Youth and enthusiasm. The talent of Dwight Howard, who is facing a serious test by the aforementioned “old-man-thugs,” is an opportunity to show what you are worth. Hido Turkoglu’s hot hand, which can issue a series of long-range hits.
Intrigue
It will be interesting to follow Grant Hill, who was the idol of Detroit fans in the mid-90s. Grant is considering leaving big sport in the summer, so this is a great chance for him to slam the door. Shadows of the past could also be found in the successes of Darko Milicic, but the young Serb tucked his foot in the last match of the regular season - his participation is in question.
In the regular season - 4: 0.
Forecast sports.ru - 4: 0.
CLEVELAND (2) - WASHINGTON (7)
April 22, 25, 28, 30, May 2 *, 4 * and May 6 *
Trumps "Cleveland"
Washington does not have two participants in the All-Star Game -2007 - Gilbert Arenas and Caron Butler. It is pointless to talk about the merits of the Kavs themselves.
Trumps “Washington”
Not.
Intrigue
If the metropolitan team at least soak the score in the series, in the White House you can arrange the presentation of medals to all the heroes, and Anton Jamison is welcome to the order.
In the regular season - 2: 1.
Forecast sports.ru - 4: 0.
TORONTO (3) - NEW JERSEY (6)
April 21, 24, 27, 29, April 1 *, 4 * and May 6 *.
Trumps Toronto
Chris Bosh, against whom the opponents have no serious argument, and Anthony Parker, the most experienced of the “dinosaurs” in the matter of speaking in the most difficult matches (albeit at the Euroleague level). Recover Andrea Bargnani. The Nets lacked the main center Nenad Krstic, who looked confidently in the past playoffs. The advantage of their site.
Trumps “New Jersey”
Inexperience of rivals in the playoff battles. The excellent form of the trinity of leaders Kidd - Carter - Jefferson. A good selection of spare parts (Nahbar, Boone, Moore, Marcus Williams), run-in during the absence of Jefferson and Krstic.
Intrigue
Vince Carter is against the team in which he became a star and whose fans are still angry with Vince, who once demanded an exchange. By the way, it was under Carter that the Raptors last went to the playoffs.
In the regular season - 2: 2.
Forecast sports.ru - 2: 4.
MIAMI (4) - CHICAGO (5)
April 21, 24, 27, 29, April 1 *, 3 * and May 5 *.
Trumps “Miami”
Ability to win. Shack and Wade. Settled in the team Eddie Jones. Excellent game in the final third of the "regular season".
Trumps "Chicago"
Not had time to fully recover Wade. The presence of Kirk Heinric, who always did a good job with Wade in defense. The advantage of its site is especially important because the Flash in its native Chicago traditionally does not shine. The desire, finally, to go further than the first round and rehabilitate for last year’s defeat from Hit.
Intrigue
Teams may well qualify for an anti-record playoff for the implementation of penalties for the series. Ben Wallace (40.8% in the regular season) will play against Shaquille O'Neill (42.2%), Antoine Walker (43.8%), Alonzo Mourning (60.1%) and Eudonis Haslam (68, 0%).
In the regular season - 1: 3.
Forecast sports.ru - 1: 4.
WESTERN CONFERENCE
DALLAS (1) - GOLDEN STATE (8)
April 22, 25, 27, 29, April 1 *, 3 * and May 5 *.
Trumps "Dallas"
Deserved title of the best championship team. The promise is not to be satisfied with a result other than winning champion rings. Dirk Nowitzki
Trumps Golden State
The good mood caused by the return to the playoffs after a 13-year absence is especially important for fun “warriors”. High-speed style of play, inconvenient for the Mavs, and three wins in three matches with the Dallas won in the regular season.
Intrigue
Don Nelson vs. Avery Johnson, a coach raised under his wing. Nelson holds a grudge against the Texans, whose collaboration was long and glorious, and the breakup is not very beautiful.
In the regular season - 0: 3.
Forecast sports.ru - 4: 1.
Phoenix (2) - LAKERS (7)
April 22, 24, 26, 29, April 2 *, 4 * and May 6 *.
Trumps "Phoenix"
Lively and healthy Amar Staudemair, who last season had almost no Suns. Preserved composition and vibrant style. The unconvincing game of the "lake" in the end of the championship.
Trumps "Lakers"
Kobe, Kobe, Kobe. The ability to switch to playoff mode with a wave of the magic wand of Phil Jackson.
Intrigue
The playoff performance record of 63 points belongs to Michael Jordan and is considered “eternal”. But the recent successes of Bryant and not the most impassable Suns defense suggest the vulnerability of reaching His Air.
In the regular season - 3: 1.
Forecast sports.ru - 4: 1.
SAN ANTONIO (3) - DENVER (6)
April 22, 25, 28, 30, May 2 *, 4 * and May 6 *.
Trumps "San Antonio"
Perhaps the highest quality set of players in the league, all the time proven winners. We especially note the "grandfather" of Robert Orry, recalling the ability to play brilliantly only at this stage of the season.
Trumps "Denver"
Frightening rivals the regular season finish (10-1 in April, a club record), in full glory showing the world a bunch of Iverson - Anthony. Marcus Camby, who broke the records for block shots, in three games in a row making at least 7 “pots”.
Intrigue
The previous three seasons “nuggets” took off at the first stage and now believe that they have an answer to these troubles. The answer with a capital letter is Allen Iverson.
In the regular season - 2: 1.
Forecast sports.ru - 4: 2.
UTA (4) - HUSTON (5)
April 21, 23, 26, 28, 30 * on April 3 * and May 5 *.
Trumps "Utah"
Andrey Kirilenko, who nevertheless returned to duty before the start of the playoffs. AK-47 is quite capable of shooting high flying Tracy McGrady. Mehmet Okur, who had a great season and remembers the smell of victorious cigars from the Detroit years. An incomprehensible situation with Bonzie Wells that could undermine the Rockits team spirit.
Houston Trumps
Shane Battye is Kirilenko’s rival in the dispute over the title of best defending player in the association. Shane can "eat" any "jazzman", from Deron Williams to Okur. Raging "kids" Rafer Alston and Luther Head. Returning the all-star form of Yao Ming.
Intrigue
52 regular season wins are the best result for a team that T-Mac has ever played for. For the first time in his career, he gained the advantage of his site and intends to use it.
In the regular season - 3: 1.
Forecast sports.ru - 2: 4.
Nikolai TSYNKEVICH