Best: Nets @ Grizzlies: The Atlantic division seemed like a crop shoot after the Celtics were dismantled in the off-season. However it's been the Nets to emerge as the clear leader. They still need a big-man who can run like Kenyon Martin did. Krstic is a keeper but Collins can be removed. Pau Gasol should have a productive game against the Nets. He needs more touches to elevate his status as a superstar. Predicted Score: Memphis wins in a close one 95-92

Runner-up: Wizards @ Pacers: Even with practically everyone out, Indiana has still played well enough to win several tight games. Gilbert Arenas and Stephen Jackson play pretty much the same way and there will be about 13 3-pters attempted between them. Antawn Jamison has to score 30 for a Wizards win. Predicted Score: Indiana

wins despite the scare from the Wizards 98-93

Blowout: 76ers @ Celtics: If the rivalry between these two resumes, then the blowouts might as well. Boston owned the Sixers for the entire 1950-60's. Al Jefferson has shown potential in his minimal time as a starter, but hasn't really produced. This would be a great game for him to step up his game to a new level.Predicted Score: Boston wins 100-84

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