Cigamodnalro wrote:I think it would come down to the three C's --chemistry, conditioning, and coaching. Healthy Washington and Orlando are pretty even-handed, except that Washington hasn't played healthy all season. With the big 3, they have lots of ammunition, but a dinky little pistol to shoot with. It's been a while since the Wizards trio played together with any success, and a few Arenas games at the end of the year won't put them level with a cohesive Magic team. There is the rust and conditioning factor as well--unless Arenas comes back in the next couple of weeks and gets himself in game shape, it's going to be tough to jump right into a playoff series. I would be surprised if Thomas plays this season. Wizards, I think, would be a better team in the second round than in the first. If they face the Magic in the first round, however, they won't have that opportunity.
What chemistry issues? The Big 3 has been together 3 seasons. THese guys know how to play together. AD, Haywood, Stevenson, Mason, Blatche, and Songaila, the other core guys, have been here for a minimum of 2 seasons.
