This is a great time to be a coach potato and soak up some TV, well if your actually a sports fan. Greats games/fights are on the card for some exciting match ups and sure to be headliners when results come out.
First stop, The 2009 NBA Playoffs. The first round of the playoffs don't usually excite you this much, but this year there are some interesting clashes that are sure to sizzle the court. I have even made bets with my girlfriend (she's a sports fan too!). Lets look at the conferences:
Western Conference:
(1) LA Lakers Vs. (8) Utah Jazz: LA leads series 2-0. I have no doubts in this match up as KObe and the rest of the gang is going to clean up the Jazz who has been slumping lately and missing the service of Okur.
(2) Denver Nuggets Vs. (7) New Orleans Hornets: Denver leads series 2-0 . Now this one looks interesting 'coz you can never write off CP3! Since my girl friend is rooting for Denver we made a bet. I know that the chances of the hornets are slim but having Chris Paul's ability take over games its not impossible. The key for the Hornets to get an upset would be getting Peja to erupt and contribute in the series. Update: Denver just won game 2! :-( it's looking more bleak for the Hornets
(3) San Antonio Spurs Vs. (6) Dallas Mavericks: Series tied 1-1. My girlfriend likes to stick with her teams thus shes with the Mavs. I got a little nervous when the Mavs torched SA in game 1 but after seeing Parker get the Spurs back in the sries in game 2 I'm confident that they will advance even without Manu.
(4) Portland Trailblazers Vs. (5) Houston Rockets: Series tied 1-1. My girlfriend and I agree on this one. We are rooting for the young Blazers not only because we love the players but we also want the Lakers to have a better and more exciting Match up next round. They have managed to tie their season series with the Lakers, winning 2 at home and 2 away.
Eastern Conference
(1) Cleveland Cavaliers Vs. (8)Detroit Pistons: Cavs lead series 2-0. This looks pretty obvious as Detroit is now only a shell of their former championship calibre. Cavs can easily sweep this series.
(2) Boston Celtics Vs. (7) Chicago Bulls: Series tied 1-1. The defending Champs are in a pothole, not having Garnett for the playoffs is a big blow add the injury woes that continue to plague them makes a repeat a lot more hazy. On the other side a young Chicago side is heralded with their newly awarded rookie of the year Derrick Rose, with the addition of Brad Miller and John Salmons in the roster this team has become a contender.
(3) Orlando Magic Vs. (6) Philadelphia 76ers: Series tied 1-1. The 76ers winning game 1 through Andre Igoudala buzzer beating jumper doesn't change my predictions for these series. The Magic has already regain focus and has evened the series. Still it's the magic to advance.
(4) Miami Heat Vs. (5) Atlanta Hawks: Series tied 1-1. The last of the three Match ups that me and my girlfriend had a bet on. I side with the Heat which I beleive is the underdog in the matchup, with very limited offense compared to the tight defense that the hawks bring in everynight the Heat will surely have to crunch out a result. The key for me to win this match up is offensive help for Wade, if he can get his teamates offense going they have a chance to advance.
Now, Lets shift our attention to some real heavy slugfest coming this May. The country is going to be on holiday on May 3 as the Filipinos will watch and support their boxing hero Pacman! Manny Pacquiao is set to face Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton with notable undercard names such as Humberto Soto and james Kirkland. This time the whole card will be worthy of the money of the paying viewers. This is a close fight to call but I will go with Pacman, a combination of power and speed with Freddie Roach as a trainer I always see Manny prepared for battles. Roach is one of the best trainers, he knows what to do in certain fight and will never be caught off guard on the strengths and weaknesses of the opponent. Hatton on the other hand will still be a tough opponent a slugger and a witha bigger frame, he is durable enough to take punishment and still lash out retaliation.
My prediction: Pacman on 4 (KO)
Lastly, one of the most prestigious competitions in European Football is about to reach its climax. The UEFA Champion League is already in its Semifinal stage. Having 3 English teams in the semis sure shows a strong outing for England but Spain's sole remaining representative cannot be taken lightly. Barcelona FC is on a blazing form having a big lead in their domestic league and disposing opponents easily in the Champions league they will be a tough match up for Chelsea FC which is currently in 3rd in the English premiereship. On the other half of the semis, defending champions (domestic and in the UCL) Manchester United FC will be tested by Arsenal FC. A young and determined Arsenal who is hungry for silverware will try to upset Manchester United in the two legged semifinals. Manchester United on the other hand is now aiming for a quintuple after they have lost to Everton in the FA cup.
Predictions: Manchester United Vs. Barcelona in the Finals @ Stadio Olimpico
Fixtures
1st Leg
April 28- Barcelona Vs Chelsea @ Camp Nou
April 29- Manchester United Vs Arsenal @ Old Trafford
2nd Leg
May 5- Barcelona Vs Chelsea @ Stamford Bridge
May 6- Manchester United Vs Arsenal @ The Emirates
First stop, The 2009 NBA Playoffs. The first round of the playoffs don't usually excite you this much, but this year there are some interesting clashes that are sure to sizzle the court. I have even made bets with my girlfriend (she's a sports fan too!). Lets look at the conferences:
Western Conference:
(1) LA Lakers Vs. (8) Utah Jazz: LA leads series 2-0. I have no doubts in this match up as KObe and the rest of the gang is going to clean up the Jazz who has been slumping lately and missing the service of Okur.
(2) Denver Nuggets Vs. (7) New Orleans Hornets: Denver leads series 2-0 . Now this one looks interesting 'coz you can never write off CP3! Since my girl friend is rooting for Denver we made a bet. I know that the chances of the hornets are slim but having Chris Paul's ability take over games its not impossible. The key for the Hornets to get an upset would be getting Peja to erupt and contribute in the series. Update: Denver just won game 2! :-( it's looking more bleak for the Hornets
(3) San Antonio Spurs Vs. (6) Dallas Mavericks: Series tied 1-1. My girlfriend likes to stick with her teams thus shes with the Mavs. I got a little nervous when the Mavs torched SA in game 1 but after seeing Parker get the Spurs back in the sries in game 2 I'm confident that they will advance even without Manu.
(4) Portland Trailblazers Vs. (5) Houston Rockets: Series tied 1-1. My girlfriend and I agree on this one. We are rooting for the young Blazers not only because we love the players but we also want the Lakers to have a better and more exciting Match up next round. They have managed to tie their season series with the Lakers, winning 2 at home and 2 away.
Eastern Conference
(1) Cleveland Cavaliers Vs. (8)Detroit Pistons: Cavs lead series 2-0. This looks pretty obvious as Detroit is now only a shell of their former championship calibre. Cavs can easily sweep this series.
(2) Boston Celtics Vs. (7) Chicago Bulls: Series tied 1-1. The defending Champs are in a pothole, not having Garnett for the playoffs is a big blow add the injury woes that continue to plague them makes a repeat a lot more hazy. On the other side a young Chicago side is heralded with their newly awarded rookie of the year Derrick Rose, with the addition of Brad Miller and John Salmons in the roster this team has become a contender.
(3) Orlando Magic Vs. (6) Philadelphia 76ers: Series tied 1-1. The 76ers winning game 1 through Andre Igoudala buzzer beating jumper doesn't change my predictions for these series. The Magic has already regain focus and has evened the series. Still it's the magic to advance.
(4) Miami Heat Vs. (5) Atlanta Hawks: Series tied 1-1. The last of the three Match ups that me and my girlfriend had a bet on. I side with the Heat which I beleive is the underdog in the matchup, with very limited offense compared to the tight defense that the hawks bring in everynight the Heat will surely have to crunch out a result. The key for me to win this match up is offensive help for Wade, if he can get his teamates offense going they have a chance to advance.
Now, Lets shift our attention to some real heavy slugfest coming this May. The country is going to be on holiday on May 3 as the Filipinos will watch and support their boxing hero Pacman! Manny Pacquiao is set to face Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton with notable undercard names such as Humberto Soto and james Kirkland. This time the whole card will be worthy of the money of the paying viewers. This is a close fight to call but I will go with Pacman, a combination of power and speed with Freddie Roach as a trainer I always see Manny prepared for battles. Roach is one of the best trainers, he knows what to do in certain fight and will never be caught off guard on the strengths and weaknesses of the opponent. Hatton on the other hand will still be a tough opponent a slugger and a witha bigger frame, he is durable enough to take punishment and still lash out retaliation.
My prediction: Pacman on 4 (KO)
Lastly, one of the most prestigious competitions in European Football is about to reach its climax. The UEFA Champion League is already in its Semifinal stage. Having 3 English teams in the semis sure shows a strong outing for England but Spain's sole remaining representative cannot be taken lightly. Barcelona FC is on a blazing form having a big lead in their domestic league and disposing opponents easily in the Champions league they will be a tough match up for Chelsea FC which is currently in 3rd in the English premiereship. On the other half of the semis, defending champions (domestic and in the UCL) Manchester United FC will be tested by Arsenal FC. A young and determined Arsenal who is hungry for silverware will try to upset Manchester United in the two legged semifinals. Manchester United on the other hand is now aiming for a quintuple after they have lost to Everton in the FA cup.
Predictions: Manchester United Vs. Barcelona in the Finals @ Stadio Olimpico
Fixtures
1st Leg
April 28- Barcelona Vs Chelsea @ Camp Nou
April 29- Manchester United Vs Arsenal @ Old Trafford
2nd Leg
May 5- Barcelona Vs Chelsea @ Stamford Bridge
May 6- Manchester United Vs Arsenal @ The Emirates
