The 2009 NBA playoffs has been nothing short of amazing. The NBA's elite players have excelled, showing why they are so great. Here are my 5 MVP's (Most Vaulable Performers).
- Kobe Bryant (Los Angeles Lakers)
What is else there to say about Kobe? The best all around player in the NBA still has it. He's
been here, done that, so nothing ever comes as a surprise. Bryant's averaging 28 ppg which has increased since the first round. This second round series against the Rockets has seen Bryant go from a facilitator to an all out scoring machine. The bad thing is, the Rockets have two All-NBA defenders in Ron Artest and Shane Battier, and Kobe is still lighting them up. It wouldn't be a surprise if Kobe himself led LA to the Finals and ultimately winning it.
- Rajon Rondo (Boston Celtics)
This is the MVP of the playoffs. Hands Down! The Celtics would be no where without this kid, let
alone the second round. Their first round series against the Bulls was a instant classic and Rondo played to his potential and higher. He single handily led them to a 4-3 series victory producing three triple-doubles. As for the entire playoffs, Rondo is nearly averaging a triple-double with 17 ppg, 10 apg, 9 rpg. Rondo can easily lead the Celtics to another title, however it's unlikely seeing who they have to beat in the upcoming rounds.
- Billups & Melo (Denver Nuggets)
This is easily the most underrated duo remaining in the playoffs. What's that talk about AI now?
Ever since that trade in early November, Denver sky rocketed to the second best team in the West (behind the Lakers). Isn't it weird how no one is talking about Melo's performance in the playoffs. He has really grown from a surging star, to an elite player which is all due to Billups. Without Billups, Denver would have suffered another first round exit like the last couple of years. He doesn't just bring star quality, he also ensures leadership and great experience.
- Lebron James (Cleveland Cavaliers)
The "King" himself has surely been entertaining. Knowing the competition between the first and
second round would be scarce, James has lit it up to keep games interesting. James could easily be the playoffs MVP as well since he's been the Cavs only type of offense. However, if James has to always provide the bulk of the points, the Cavs will fail at capturing an NBA title. This is the same team who had the best record in the NBA, Coach of the Year, and MVP, but only one player is producing. "Bron Bron" get your team together, and quickly.
been here, done that, so nothing ever comes as a surprise. Bryant's averaging 28 ppg which has increased since the first round. This second round series against the Rockets has seen Bryant go from a facilitator to an all out scoring machine. The bad thing is, the Rockets have two All-NBA defenders in Ron Artest and Shane Battier, and Kobe is still lighting them up. It wouldn't be a surprise if Kobe himself led LA to the Finals and ultimately winning it.
alone the second round. Their first round series against the Bulls was a instant classic and Rondo played to his potential and higher. He single handily led them to a 4-3 series victory producing three triple-doubles. As for the entire playoffs, Rondo is nearly averaging a triple-double with 17 ppg, 10 apg, 9 rpg. Rondo can easily lead the Celtics to another title, however it's unlikely seeing who they have to beat in the upcoming rounds.
Ever since that trade in early November, Denver sky rocketed to the second best team in the West (behind the Lakers). Isn't it weird how no one is talking about Melo's performance in the playoffs. He has really grown from a surging star, to an elite player which is all due to Billups. Without Billups, Denver would have suffered another first round exit like the last couple of years. He doesn't just bring star quality, he also ensures leadership and great experience.
second round would be scarce, James has lit it up to keep games interesting. James could easily be the playoffs MVP as well since he's been the Cavs only type of offense. However, if James has to always provide the bulk of the points, the Cavs will fail at capturing an NBA title. This is the same team who had the best record in the NBA, Coach of the Year, and MVP, but only one player is producing. "Bron Bron" get your team together, and quickly.
NICE TALK ABOUT ALL THE PLAYERS IN ONE... LMAO
ReplyDeleteyour comment to lebron wasnt true for the1st and 2nd round.as for the 3rd round..its true i mean mo does his stuff but off poor shooting. and west??? he is off and on,,he can shoot but hes not clutch. Ilgauskas gives it up crazy...that's my boy. Sasha enegry off the bench and joe smith 2. they got the bond...but they dont have the offense all the timme. as the teams get harder,, the others need to get better. smh good article thoughh insightful
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