NBA Playoffs | Western Conf | Rd 1 | (3) Denver vs (6) Golden State

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In discussing the potential of this match up with a co-worker, he joked that the average score for this series would be around 145-150. I actually wouldn't be surprised if it did indeed look something like that. It’ll be fast and exciting and there will be no defense.

Keys to Victory – Rebounding & Defense (what?)
That being said, the team that is able to put together the most stretches of good defense and limit second chance opportunities for the other team will put themselves in the best position to win.

X-Factor – Stephen Curry
Many people forget how big of a BIG TIME player Stephen Curry was back at Davidson because we haven’t seen him in a playoff atmosphere since college.  With the absence of a real superstar from the opposition, his impact will be multiplied.

Prediction – Golden State in 6
As I told a friend the other day, stars shine the brightest in the playoffs. Unfortunately, the Nuggets don’t have that one guy to count on down the stretch.