ESPN's RPM Projected Wins

Post #1 » by **HMFFL** » Thu Aug 25, 2016 10:55 pm

Eastern Conference
1. Cavaliers: 52.1
2. Celtics: 49.8
3. Raptors: 48.8
4. Pistons: 47.5
5. Wizards: 41.4
6. Hornets: 41.0
7. Bucks: 40.9
8. Pacers: 38.9
9. Hawks: 38.6
10. Heat: 38.3
11. Bulls: 37.8
12. Magic: 36.2
13. Knicks: 34.7
14. Nets: 28.8
15. 76ers: 24.5

http://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/243189/Warriors-Spurs-Cavs-Celtics-Raptors-Lead-ESPNs-RPM-Projected-Wins

Post #2 » by **ATL Boy** » Fri Aug 26, 2016 3:56 am

Things like this are why I don't take ESPN seriously.

Post #3 » by **Jamaaliver** » Fri Aug 26, 2016 10:12 am

It's literally been a decade since we finished that low in the standings. And this isn't the first time ESPN and other pundits have predicted us to finish this low.

I think in terms of roster talent alone, you might make an argument we're middle of the pack. But when you factor in experience, system, coaching, roster fit...we're clearly a better team than 9th in the East.

Geesh....

I figure we should be at least 5-7 range with 42+ wins. (Barring a major injury or trade.)

simon24 · Post #4 » by **simon24** » Sun Sep 4, 2016 2:16 am

Jamaaliver wrote:It's literally been a decade since we finished that low in the standings. And this isn't the first time ESPN and other pundits have predicted us to finish this low.

I think in terms of roster talent alone, you might make an argument we're middle of the pack. But when you factor in experience, system, coaching, roster fit...we're clearly a better team than 9th in the East.

Geesh....

I figure we should be at least 5-7 range with 42+ wins. (Barring a major injury or trade.)

Yeah 5-7 is reasonable. I can see CLE, BOS, TOR, NY/DET as the only teams that are better.