Will the Clippers make the Playoffs? Type your answer and a reason.?
137908
They are currently 5th in the Western Conference right now, so they have a great shot. It might even be possible for them to pass Phoenix and take over the division, but I doubt that will happen. Of course, the #5 seed in the Western Conference has a really tough road, since they will probably have to play either Dallas or San Antonio in the first round (depending on who wins the Southwest Division). The NBA's playoff structure is really messed up.
842948
I'll tell u right now the hornets will surpise alot of people \n\nThe jaz will fall off  and fight for a #8 spot come playoff time
491467
I have to speak up for the Clipper fans. Go Clippers!
595472
It's been 20 years since Bird, McHale and Parish won for the Celtics last and few good times in between.\n\nDanny Ainge seems to be forming a nucleus with a view to contending in the next 3-5 years.  If they can't do it within that time frame, time will run out for Pierce and rebuilding will start again.\n\nWhat they need is a 2nd and perhaps 3rd genuine all-star performer, preferably a big man, who can perform at both ends.\n\nThink about NJ.  They have 3 star types but can't get past the 2nd round.  Look at Pistons and Heat - superstars in both lineups.  We need to get past these teams to win it all.  You don't win in the NBA with 1 superstar.\n\nI'm dirty on us giving up on Billups all those years ago.  Would be great to see Pierce and Billups tearing it up together.\n\nA rebounder is critical to get firstly into the playoffs and be more competitive.  We desperately hope that Gomes or Jefferson can be a player that can take their game to a much higher level.  Are they the next stars, we'll see.\n\nWith the no 7 pick, Danny please choose wisely.\n\nGo Celts.
595144
If they beat Dallas Monday, I think they'll make it to the Finals.  Dallas has just enough defense to beat them, though.  If the Spurs slow the game down, they'll beat Dallas.  They'll easily beat the Clippers or the Suns because they can dictate tempo.  That's if they beat Dallas.
360738
No contest buddy. The playoffs are a different story: the tempo gets slower and you need to bring your game to a higher level. The suns will have to play the MVP and best active player in the nba in kobe bryant, which is no easy task. Its not even kobe either, people keep forgetting that the lakers are actually a legitimite team with a resurgent Kwame Brown living up to his potential and Lamar Odom, who is a triple double threat every night. Add smush parker and a much improved luke walton and you got the lakers going to the second round. A seven game series where the suns try to run will be their own demise. Steve Nash isnt god. Kobe Bryant will solidify his claim for the MVP.
710463
I think we have a solid core of players with Bosh, Nestovich, and Parker up front and Mo Pete and Ford in the back court. Also this year they have a good reliable bench. Last if Sam Mitchell took CB4 out of the game. He would have nobody on the bench to turn to. I think this year will be much improved. Do I think they will be the best, no but they will definitely be knocking on that playoff door.
133001
They're only 2.5 games out of the eight seed going into tonights games so it's possible.  I don't know if they have it though.  I'd have to say no.  They're just not that good this year.
530102
Losing Terry will hurt Dallas, but they should win tonight.\n\nPhoenix, unfortunately, will win Game 7, but the Clippers have announced their presence in the NBA.\n\nIf Detroit remembers what made them 64-18 this season, they win tonight.
10140
No, they are a 500 club right now and they dont look like they are willing to make the changes to be better.  That puts them roughly in the 8-9 spot in the west. Also, they probably will have a big injury in the next few months.  Maybe Kobe, Mabye Lamar.  A loss of either one of those guys for a few games would pretty much close out any playoff chances.
450044
I also hope LA Clipper but I think they will get it next year. They need experience for this year.\n\nIn my opinion, I guess Spurs will win NBA.
450588
Yes they have a chance to make the playoffs, I would look for the Cheifs to draft a defensive player in the first round, but this depends on who is available when its their turn to draft.  I know they like Johnathon Joseph the cornerback, they are also high on Manny Lawson the linebacker.
482287
I believe they will seeing as in the offseason they managed to pick up worthwhile veterans like Mike Piazza and Mike Cameron.  Mix that with the number of young standouts like Jake Peavy and Khalil Green and you have a winning combination.  That does not mean they will make the playoffs though.
900059
No they wont make the playoffs.  I didnt think they would make it even with im healthy.
482914
The Clippers use to be the sorriest team in the NBA. and as u can see they are improving. its been years since they made the playoffs.
479501
They might... they have to play out of their minds for about 15 games, but they could definitley do it. DO I think they will, of course!!! Im a Kings fan, but realisticaly I think they can beat teh spurs or suns, but after that series they will beaten down and battered, so who knows...
421451
The Clippers get their butts handed to them by Denver two games ago, then they destroy the Suns. What's lacking for the Clippers is consistency. The need better perimeter defense. I know Shaun Livingston, I've seen him play in high school. We are both from Peoria, IL. Livingston will one do be a very good player, however, 11 point and 13 assists against the Suns was good, he can't do it every game. It's ok tho, he's still very young and he's learning. The good news is, Brand can go for 4-5 more years, Kaman is stepping up big time, he's now one of the top 5 centers in the game, Livingston should come around in the next 2 seasons. Look out for the Clippers, they should be good for years to come. I'll take the Clippers tonight because of their inside presence of Brand and Kaman, however, look for Bibby or another guard to have a huge game tonight. Go Clipps