why do u clowns keep comparing this year to last year. Memphis was a different team last year. They lost Arthur to FA. Aside from Conley, they have no PGs or quality ball handlers.
The Spurs are a different team as well. They got rid of Jefferson and replaced him with Jackson. While Jackson's shot has not been too consistent, he is a much better defender, lockerroom leader, and brings a lot of toughness to the team. They also added Diaw and Mills. While I was not completely sold on Diaw, he has opened my eyes. His versatility, able to guards 4 different positions, is a great asset. He also has chemistry with Jackson and Parker. Mills is a great option for our 3rd PG, behind Parker and Neal. He is instant offense, full throttle speed, and can play pretty good defense.
One other difference.....health. Duncan, Manu, and Gay are all healthy. Gay has been stinking it up in his series, and he is a huge reason why I am so confident the Spurs will roll the Grizzlies. Duncan has played very well on both ends. Manu has struggled with his shot, but he has done a great job with the other facets of his game.
Then there is Parker, he is on a mission this season. The Grizzlies have no answer for him.....NO ANSWER.
If the Clippers actually win, well then Paul will get outplayed yet again by Parker. I am sure the Spurs will have to deal with the flopfest that is the Clippers....I mean they make Vlade's Kings look like complete amateurs. Manu is his best flopping days, would be a mere reserve with this Clippers team....not even he can flop like they can, and he was pretty damn good in his prime.
Still, the Spurs were 2-0 against the Clippers when all players played. The only game the Spurs lost, they sat out Parker and I believe Duncan. It was no coincidence that the game Parker sits, Paul goes off.
I am not worried about either opponent. I am worried about rust in game 1, but if the Spurs are able to fight through it and take game 1.....I honestly believe that they would win the series against either opponent in no more than 5 games.
GO SPURS GO