Here are my top 2010 Title Contenders:
1. Lakers: Defending champs. Might lose Ariza or Odom to free agency, but the core will be there, and as long as they're healthy, they'll be in the mix.
2. Cavaliers: LeBron's back. And he might have a little more help, if they add Shaq or a couple more free agents and draft picks.
3. Celtics: Pierce and Allen can still play at a high level. You know Allen's gunnin' to pass Reggie for the all time 3 point title. As long as KG is about 90% of what he was, they'll be strong again. Rondo's now an all star. Perkins is also much improved.
4. Orlando: Gained a ton of experience this postseason. The key will be resigning Hedo. Dwight will no doubt be a better player. They will be tough again.
5. Portland: They're very young, and a lot of this hinges on Greg Oden. If he can just get a little better and stay out of foul trouble, this team will be scary. Roy's entering his prime, and Lamarcus Aldridge is getting pretty damn good. Outlaw is a big X factor. When he plays well, they're almost unbeatable.
