ESPN Blazer-related analysis tidbits:

[PtldPlatypus]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?page=5-on-5-110413

2. What's the most surprising thing that will happen in the West playoffs?
Dan Feldman, PistonPowered: At least two lower seeds will win three first-round games, and at least one of them will win its series. That would be a pretty fine showing for the underdogs, considering a full five games separate the No. 4 and No. 5 seeds. The Nuggets, Trail Blazers and Grizzlies are peaking at the right time and are very dangerous.

3. Who will be the breakout star of the 2011 postseason?
J.M. Poulard, Warriors World: Big men who score on the block and from midrange are precious commodities. If they rebound and defend, too, we're usually talking about a star player. LaMarcus Aldridge gets some recognition, but clearly not enough to be selected to the All-Star team. This year's postseason will probably change things going forward.

 

[magnifier661]

I like how one said that the top 4 seeds will easily get past the first round. I will have to disagree with that one. I think the Western Conference first round could be upset city. There are too many strong teams in the West to really hand a "gimmie" to any of the top 4.

 

[Spud147]

I like how one said that the top 4 seeds will easily get past the first round. I will have to disagree with that one. I think the Western Conference first round could be upset city. There are too many strong teams in the West to really hand a "gimmie" to any of the top 4.

Then he goes on to pick Dallas to win the WCF...

 

[Entity]

He's a Wizards blogger. He's probably not even watching basketball right now.

(edit): Actually, all the guys they asked are bloggers for lottery teams except for Palmer.