Falling Out Anaheim,Ca – A stretch of solid play has created some separation between the Vancouver Canucks and a cluster of teams fighting for the final playoff spots in the Western Conference.
Author: Mark
Smooth Sailing Houston,Tex – A month ago, the Houston Rockets were dealt a severe blow as Tracy McGrady was ruled out for the season. That knee injury, however, hasn’t slowed Houston at all, and Ron Artest is a big reason why.
On A Roll Chicago,Ill – During his last trip to Chicago, Cam Ward helped the Carolina Hurricanes win their season-high fifth straight game.
Worth The Wait Ottawa,On – Brian Elliott is trying to show he belongs with the Ottawa Senators instead of in the minors. He’s also doing his best to keep his team’s faint postseason hopes alive.
Difficult Assingment Portland,Or – After breaking out of their mini-slump with a couple of easy home victories over lesser opponents, the schedule is about to get much tougher for the Los Angeles Lakers.
A Step Forward Detroit,Mi – The Orlando Magic feel they are legitimate members of the Eastern Conference’s elite.
Rose Working Out Miami,Fla – The Chicago Bulls are certainly happy to have chosen Derrick Rose with the top overall pick in last year’s draft, with the point guard leading them back into playoff position.
Canucks Moving Up Los Angeles,Ca – With Roberto Luongo back on top of his game, the Vancouver Canucks are surging toward the top of the Northwest Division and up the Western Conference standings.
A First For Ontario Ottawa,Ont – It’s looking more and more like the NHL playoffs will not visit Ontario for the first time since before the Ottawa Senators were established.
Missed Pick Atlanta,Ga – The Atlanta Hawks passed up their chance to take Chris Paul in the 2005 NBA Draft. They’ve had a difficult time containing the New Orleans Hornets point guard ever since.