[Cocktooth]

I can't stand players like Dwight Howard. Walking up and down the court, only to bitch about getting pushed around a little bit. He gets booted from a game last night, with his team down by 20 and 0-3 in the series. I wouldn't build a leggo house around him, let alone a franchise.

Having said that, this is the 2nd year that I've been pretty intrigued by the NBA playoffs. A ton of story lines, and a few good series' have sparked my interest. With Westbrook going down, I don't really see anyone competing against the Heat for the title. I would love the Spurs to figure out a way to get it done with their old asses, but I don't see it happening.

What side of the drose fence are you on? At what point does a competitor see Noah and all the other guys battling with injuries, and step up? I realize he is the franchise, but you have to want to help out this team when these guys are playing with so much heart. I can't stand Nate Robinson's theatrics, but damnit if he doesn't play hard.