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NBA 2012-13 Season Predictions
Here are my predictions for the Eastern and Western Conferences for the 2012-13 season. I’ve also put the wins and losses I expect them to end the regular season with. Accounting for injuries that have already occurred (i.e. Derrick Rose, Ricky Rubio, etc.) but not allowing for injuries that may occur throughout the season. Have a look at let us know what you think!
EAST |
WEST |
1- Miami Heat
Wins: 65-70 / Losses: 12-17 |
1- Oklahoma City Thunder
Wins: 65-70 / Losses: 12-17 |
2- Boston Celtics
Wins: 60-65 / Losses: 17-22 |
2- Los Angeles Lakers
Wins: 60-65 / Losses: 17-22 |
3- Philadelphia 76ers
Wins: 60-65 / Losses: 17-22 |
3- San Antonio Spurs
Wins: 60-65 / Losses: 17-22 |
4- Indiana Pacers
Wins: 55-60 / Losses: 22-27 |
4- Los Angeles Clippers
Wins: 55-60 / Losses: 22-27 |
5- Brooklyn Nets
Wins: 50-55 / Losses: 27-32 |
5- Memphis Grizzlies
Wins: 55-60 / Losses: 22-27 |
6- New York Knicks
Wins: 50-55 / Losses: 27-32 |
6- Denver Nuggets
Wins: 50-55 / Losses: 27-32 |
7- Chicago Bulls
Wins: 45-50 / Losses: 32-37 |
7- Minnesota Timberwolves
Wins: 45-50 / Losses: 32-37 |
8- Atlanta Hawks
Wins: 40-45 / Losses: 37-42 |
8- Golden State Warriors
Wins: 45-50 / Losses: 32-37 |
9- Milwaukee Bucks
Wins: 40-45 / Losses: 37-42 |
9- Utah Jazz
Wins: 40-45 / Losses: 37-42 |
10- Washington Wizards
Wins: 40-45 / Losses: 37-42 |
10- Dallas Mavericks
Wins: 40-45 / Losses: 37-42 |
11- Cleveland Cavaliers
Wins: 30-35 / Losses: 47-52 |
11- New Orleans Hornets
Wins: 40-45 / Losses: 37-42 |
12- Detroit Pistons
Wins: 30-35 / Losses: 47-52 |
12- Phoenix Suns
Wins: 30-35 / Losses: 47-52 |
13- Toronto Raptors
Wins: 25-30 / Losses: 52-57 |
13- Portland Trailblazers
Wins: 30-35 / Losses: 47-52 |
14- Orlando Magic
Wins: 25-30 / Losses: 52-57 |
14- Houston Rockets
Wins: 30-35 / Losses: 47-52 |
15- Charlotte Bobcats
Wins: 15-20 / Losses: 62-67 |
15- Sacramento Kings
Wins: 25-30 / Losses: 52-57 |
Today in NBA History – Aug 12
1969 – The Boston Celtics are sold for $6 million. At the time, that was the most a professional basketball team had ever been sold for.
1976 – Antoine Walker is born in Chicago. Walker played 12 seasons in the NBA – most notably with the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat – as well as in 3 NBA All-Star games (1 start). Walker averaged 17.5 points, 7.7 rebounds and 3.5 assists for his career.
July 17 Rumours
League rumours update:
- The Brooklyn Nets have agreed to a 2-year deal with F Kris Humphries for $24 million
- G/F Mike Miller won’t retire, will re-sign with the Miami Heat
- The Los Angeles Lakers and Orlando Magic have begun discussions about possible deals for Dwight Howard. No details have been released other than the Lakers want a commitment from Dwight to sign a contract extension.
July 12 Rumours
Rumoured Offers / Signings:
- Grant Hill (UFA) is interested in signing with either the Miami Heat, Oklahoma City Thunder or Los Angeles Lakers.
- The Houston Rockets are still attempting to get Dwight Howard – offering to amnesty Luis Scola and trade several first-round draft picks to the Orlando Magic. The Rockets will also take on the contracts of Jason Richardson, Glen Davis and Chris Duhon.
- The Dallas Mavericks are interested in bidding on Luis Scola.
- The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to sign either Antawn Jamison, Elton Brand or Jermaine O’Neal under the veteran’s minimum.