Not Getting Easier Pittsburgh,Pa – Following a tough road loss to a ranked opponent, Pittsburgh’s undefeated run is over. If coach Jamie Dixon’s team is looking for some relief, it’s not going to come anytime soon.
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MVP Showdown Los Angeles,Ca – LeBron James is having a MVP-caliber season in helping lead the Cleveland Cavaliers to the top of the Eastern Conference with the league’s best record.
Home Sweet Home Portland,Or – After splitting a four-game road trip against some struggling teams from the Eastern Conference, the Portland Trail Blazers hope their return to the Rose Garden will get them back on track.
Stepping Up Houston,Tx – Playing well without Tracy McGrady and Ron Artest would be a tall order for any team. Fortunately for the Houston Rockets, their 7-foot-6 center is doing plenty to pick up the slack.
Home Cooking Chicago,Il – Playing in front of their home fans has given the Chicago Blackhawks a significant edge this season. That won’t bode well for a Minnesota Wild team that’s enjoyed little success away from St. Paul lately.
Numminen Out Buffalo,N.Y. – Buffalo Sabres defenseman Teppo Numminen is out indefinitely after having surgery Sunday to repair a fractured bone in his face.
Almost Like Home Tampa Bay,Fl – For the Dallas Stars, winning at the St. Pete Times Forum has been surprisingly easy for more than a dozen years.
Time To Step Up Pittsburgh,Pa – Pittsburgh forward Sam Young politely declined interview requests as he trudged toward the bus outside Freedom Hall shortly after the top-ranked Panthers watched their perfect season evaporate.
76ers Rolling Along Philadelphia,Pa – Elton Brand hoped to turn the Philadelphia 76ers into contenders in the East with his double-doubles in the post, not by his absence.
Injury Problems Boston,Ma – Few opponents have been able to slow down the Boston Bruins high-powered offense in recent months, but injuries to several top forwards may finally be catching up with the Eastern Conference leaders.