Smash3 wrote:You put in a lot of work Swiss, can I see my ranking and playoff results?
Regular Season ranking and breakdown...
7. Dallas Mavericks – In true Smash fashion, these Mavericks are highlighted by his 2-star strategy (this time, with at least some semblance of a bench). Lowry/PG13 is one of the better 1-2’s in the game, both two-way beasts and complement each other quite well. I love PG13’s ability to create with the ball and how Lowry can also excel off it. The problem I have is with how much depth you had to give up each time you traded up for George, then Lowry and again for Noel. I understand the value of getting the guy you wanted, but it really took a toll on your roster, especially compounding that issue with the JR Smith selection (who has had a terrible start to the season and is now practically out til the end of it). However, even with the lack of quality depth, you did manage to pick up Championship experienced veteran talent that can still contribute in their bench roles and underrated players who can certainly fill some roles. I just find this roster, with all its holes, struggling with some ups and downs during the regular season. The biggest x-factor here is Noel, if he can remain healthy and if his basketball iq can catch up to his physical talents.
And to be honest, I didn't get around to breaking down both of your playoff matchups. I've been swamped with work and travel and I'm away again this weekend.
Your 1st Round match-up against the Kings was a tough decision that ultimately came down to having the 2 best shot creators/takers/makers of the series. I loved his professional, all-business and no ego core; Millsap would have abused Sabonis and exploited Noel's physical weakness, and that Conley/Lowry matchup was must see tv...I had it go 7 and due to my rankings, I actually had you win Game 7 on the road. I just really hated your frontcourt and it came back to bite you in the 2nd Round.
Favors, even at 70% would beast on Sabonis and Vuc/CZeller add tremendous depth, giving Denver a hefty advantage in that department. While Lowry is one of the better perimeter defenders in the game, he still has the daunting task of facing quite possibly the greatest shooter of all-time. His unlimited range and handle extends the floor and gives him space to operate, keeping Lowry on his toes and needing to cover the distance. I really liked MP's selection of Evan Turner, while he's hated for his contract and is a poor fit in Portland, he's still a solid overall 2way player that can play an "Iggy-like" role in this offense. He's great insurance for Parsons, who has been abysmal to say the least, but still has 2+ months to round into form come playoff time. I has to assume injury risk, but also potential progression.
Again, I'm not over the moon with any of these remaining teams, but felt Steph was the best player in the series, coupled with Lowry's struggles in the playoffs, and a favorable matchup in the frontcourt, gave the Nuggies the advantage.
Keep smoking that bad peyote then bruh. 
Stay salty Swiss, you sprinkled in some truths there though. No way I was 7th seed, in comparison Ibra had me as the first seed. No need to reply with more long winded nonsense.
