So I am throwing these up as soon as possible since midterms are lurking. Most of this will be assumptions, so if I say someone played well and they actually didn't, I'm sorry (I really am not).
() Indicates previous ranking; [] Indicates record
1. (2) [5-1] Raptors
The Raptors are good. Well, Jack Beatty is pretty freaking good. When I asked a source who had won the Raptors vs. Celtics game, he responded, "Beatty", so I am assuming he had a good game. The Raptors continue to win games in blowout fashion, with their only blemish being a two point loss against the Nuggets, who are still one of the most talented teams in the league. With an outstanding defense leading the way, the Raptors may stay a top these rankings for quite a while if they continue to do what they are doing.
2. (3) [4-2] Hawks
So I battled back and forth with the idea of who should be the top team. I decided upon the Raptors due to their record and being the top defense in the league. If you don't agree, well, haters gonna hate. T-Swift reference on point. Anyway, the Hawks are winners of four straight, and apparently, Andrew Mathew had the shot of the decade to put the Hawks on top of the Nets at the buzzer. Andrew Mathew, MVP candidate now. Matt Drake, quite possibly the smallest kid in the league, decided to direct some trash talk towards the Hawks next opponent, the Cavs, saying "Britton, I advise you to not show up to the game next Sunday, as we all know the Hawks are going to win their fifth straight. Your time is better spent sitting on the couch, eating a pint of ice cream, and watching Indiana basketball lose." The game is on Wednesday you nub.
3. (1) [4-2] Nuggets
The Nuggets reign of terror is over, for now. The team fell to the Warriors after what the team cited "some questionable calls" from the ref. Hudson Hamill got T'd up, which doesn't usually help the cause, so I am just guessing that this wasn't the best day for this team. There is nothing to worry about for the Nuggets however, as they still remain one of the most talented teams in House. With a game Wednesday against the Suns (yikes), the Nuggets will rebound and begin their quest to regain the #1 spot.
4. (7) [3-3] Knicks
The Knicks were able to end their two game losing streak by defeating the Cavs on Sunday. In a good old fashion 5 vs. 5 battle with no subs, the Knicks were able to pull away late. Nick Murphy delivered for the Knicks, while Mark "I Won't Take a Three Pointer Even Though The Entire Cavs Team Is Nowhere Near Me" Schmidt did some good things as well. The team was also without Lee Gardella, which proved that this team is quite deep when it comes to scoring options.
5. (8) [3-3] Warriors
The Warriors pulled off a big time win on Sunday by taking down the previously #1 ranked team in the Nuggets. The win ended the teams three game losing streak, and has struck some new life into a very good basketball team. About the big win, captain Cary O'Brien had to say, "We just did the thing you gotta do and in the end the good thing happened to be us doing it." Interpret that for yourselves.
6. (4) [3-3] Celtics
The Celtics lost to the Raptors on Sunday, putting them on a two game losing streak in the process. A close game until the end, the team was unable to stop the Raptors scoring attack late. The team still remains as one of my favorite playoff underdogs, and hopefully Brian Keating can bring back some of that magic from two years ago to lead his team back to the promised land. The Celtics get the Knicks on Wednesday, and a win could catapult this team back into the top five in the rankings.
7. (5) [2-4] Nets
The Nets almost pulled off a major upset, but were halted by a buzzer beater from Andrew Mathew.
The loss ended the Nets hot streak, but it is hard to imagine the team losing more games. The arrivals of both Aidan Coyle and Tyler Grant have proved to be game changers, as the teams offense and defense has really started to show up in recent games. The team gets another 2-4 team on Wednesday, as they face off against the Spurs.
8. (6) [3-3] Cavaliers
The Cavs were shorthanded again on Sunday, resulting in a lineup that lacked size against a very big Knicks team. Peter Ridder played amazing again, which puts him up for Dark horse of the Year, if that award is even a thing. The team gets a chance to take down one of the hottest teams in House on Wednesday, as they play the Hawks at 9pm.
9. (9) [2-4] Spurs
The Spurs were able to grab a win against the Suns on Sunday, but are unable to move up in the rankings due to the win being against the leagues worst team. Still, the Spurs have plenty to be proud of, I think. Once again I am completely guessing. The team continues to find scoring from Jack Kniffin, while Jack Wells remains a dominant force within the paint for this team. I have no clue if Jack Klingman returned this week, but when he does officially come back, expect this team to grab some big wins down the road.
10. (10) [1-5] Suns
I have nothing to write about this team because it is just getting repetitive. I even predicted them to win this week, just to change things up, and they still lost. The team plays the Nuggets Wednesday, hopefully no one gets hurt.
Game Predictions:
Nets vs. Spurs
The Nets are coming off a heartbreaking loss to the Hawks, and will use this game to regain momentum. Nets win.
Raptors vs. Warriors
The Warriors like to upset #1 ranked teams it appears, and if they get both Burke brothers in attendance, I see it happening again. Warriors win.
Celtics vs. Knicks
An injury ridden Knicks team rides into battle against the Celtics. The Knicks big three of Gardella, Schmidt and Miller will score enough to get them past the Celtics. Knicks win.
Hawks vs. Cavs
You all can make your own predictions, because whenever I pick my own team, we lose. Actually, here is my prediction. A basketball team wins.
*Game of the Week*
Suns vs. Nuggets
This is only the game of the week due to the personalities colliding in this game. Will Hudson Hamill start a fight? Who wins the fight? How many people get ejected? Oh, as for the basketball game... The Nuggets slaughter the Suns.
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