4 Quarters - West 1st Round- Jazz vs Spurs

8. Jazz vs. 1. Spurs

1. Will the Spurs repeat last year's performance in the playoffs? - NO!!!! I don't think lighting can strike the same place twice, and the Spurs won't get embarrassed two seasons in a row.
2. Can the Jazz defend the pick and roll? - Well as much as the Jazz know about the pick and roll (Stockton to Malone), this may be the hardest thing to do for this team. Tony Parker is in a zone, one that no one can stop him right now. If the Jazz can't slow him down or contain him, this series is as good as over.
3. Can the Jazz win on the road? - The Jazz is the worst road team in the West. This isn't good, considering that you have to win at least one game in the AT&T Center to win this series. One thing about Popovich-coached teams is that they are built to win on the road. Always. Now the Jazz at home, is a different story. They could very easily take two games at home. But as I mentioned earlier, the Spurs always take a game on the road. They are built for that.
4. Will the Spurs win the NBA title this year, as they did in 1999? - They have a GREAT chance at doing it this season. There are about 3-4 teams who can clearly be champions this season. The Spurs are one of those teams. If healthy, this team can hoist another O'Brien trophy in June. 

Confidence Pick: Jazz (44), Spurs (7)

Series Prediction: Spurs in 5