Let The Season Begin

The NBA season is upon us as training camps began this week. Here are a few things to watch as the season progresses.  First, the NBA has decided to change their ball after 35 years.  The ball is now being made of a composite leather which the league claims has a better grip than the old ball.  The ball hasn’t been welcomed by several players including Shaq.  I know the ball feels different but Shaq’s game isn’t exactly built on touch and feel.  As a matter of fact I don’t think the ball can hurt his shooting too bad.  Nevertheless it will be interesting to see how much effect this ball will have on the game.  The next story will be to see how Lebron and Carmelo handle the pressure of getting deep into the playoffs. Their friend and fellow 03 draftee D. Wade set the bar high and it will be fun to see how hungry Lebron and Carmelo will be.  It will also be interesting to see Kobe’s quest for another ring.  Kobe really wanted to get another ring before Shaq but thanks to D. Wade, Shaq has those bragging rights.  The Lakers came on at the end of last year to make the playoffs and played well in the playoffs. This was because Kobe’s game developed into the unselfish star, let’s see how long it takes him to go back to trying to play one-on-nine.  A couple of other questions to ponder:

• When and where will Iverson be traded?
• Will Isiah Thomas make it to the All-star break?
• Will KG be moved by the trade deadline?
• Which rookie is the real deal?
• Which Young Player will breakout this year?
• How many games will pass before Ron Artest goes crazy on someone?