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The NBA Championship Contenders

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The NBA Championship Contenders

Since November 16, there have been quite a few surprise moves by NBA teams. Some of them include Chris Paul to the Phoenix Suns, or Jrue Holiday to the Milwaukee Bucks. But these have been rumors for a while. These next few days with the draft and free agency coming up, there could be some new championship contenders. The Houston Rockets might not be a contender anymore, and send their most valuable player to Brooklyn, as the Nets get stronger. The Milwaukee Bucks might be able to keep Giannis with some new changes to their roster. Will the Utah Jazz finally live up to their expectations? Will the Warriors continue their dynasty, or will the battle of L.A. be as close as ever. We The North will try to become We The Champs, Boston will try again after a bunch of disappointing postseasons, and The Heat will try to go one step further than last season and win a ring. This article will talk about the real champion contenders of the 2020-21 NBA season.

 

As trading started on November 16, there have been some surprise trades. And a bunch more may be coming. Russell Westbrook reportedly wants out of Houston, and James Harden just turned down an extension with the Rockets. Harden has a mindset with Brooklyn or bust. And that will likely turn into a reality, making the Nets legitimate contenders with Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant. As for Westbrook, he may go to the Knicks, Mavs, or any team that wants him. 

 

Yesterday the Milwaukee Bucks traded Eric Bledsoe, George Hill, and sent them off to New Orleans in exchange for Jrue Holiday. They also traded for Bogdan Bogdanovic from the Sacramento Kings. Giannis Antetokounmpo was asked in a meeting if he is staying with the Bucks. He said “They need to make some changes if I do.” Right after that the Bucks got to work. They were good before but they just shut down during the playoffs. Milwaukee is trying to keep the MVP by making the Bucks a better team. It’s all or nothing for them this offseason.

 

The Utah Jazz just had their hearts broken on September 1st, after losing to the Nuggets in round one in game 7. They ended up giving up a 3-1 series lead even without Bojan Bogdanovic. Mike Conley played his best games with the Jazz so far this season in that series. Donovan Mitchell was carrying the Jazz with averaging forty something points and looking like MVP caliber. If Conley and Mitchell can keep playing like they did in the bubble, with Bogdanovic and Gobert by their sides, the Jazz could be good, like really good. If Donovan can keep averaging what he was, he could be an MVP candidate. If everything goes right, the Utah Jazz might be a very scary team and could very likely end up on top.

 

As all fans know, the Warriors have been the headline of NBA basketball for the last couple of years. Last year though, Kevin Durant left Golden State to join Kyrie Irving and the Brooklyn Nets. During the 2019 NBA finals, Klay Thompson tore his ACL. He was out the whole 2020 season, so that left everything up to Stephen Curry. Then in October, 2019, Curry broke his hand against the Phoenix Suns. The Warriors season was already going crappy but this made matters worse. But this season when the Splash Brothers are both healthy, they could have another title run, but this time with Andrew Wiggins on their side. The Warriors can be a scary team, and every NBA team knows that. So they are something you should watch out for.

 

The battle of Los Angeles is as close as ever. Both teams are championship contenders, but the Lakers however already have a ring and are trying to get another one. During the 2019 offseason, the Clippers signed Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. They ended up falling short of the conference finals and blowing a 3-1 lead on the Denver Nuggets. The Lakers had a great season, they won the NBA finals in 6 games against the Miami Heat. The Clippers are trying to follow in their rivals footsteps and that may be a real possibility, as for the Lakers, just keep doing what you are doing and you will be fine.

 

On June 13, the Toronto Raptors were NBA champs for the first time in franchise history. With Kawhi Leonard leading the way, Pascal Siakam and Kyle Lowry on his side, the North seemed unstoppable. The only thing getting in their way was the thought of Kawhi Leonard becoming a free agent after that season and leaving. He did, however, leave Toronto to become a Clipper that offseason. After that, it kind of seemed like the end of a good team. Many people thought that, but to their surprise, the Raptors didn’t go anywhere. They lost to the Boston Celtics in the 2nd round, but they plan to keep going. They are a team that can beat the crap out of some teams, they are a very scary team and they always put up a fight. Siakam is their leader now, along with Fred ValVleet and Kyle Lowry. This team is one of the best, and they plan to get better.

 

The Boston Celtics had Kyrie Irving, lost in the Conference Finals. They have Kemba Walker, and lost in the Conference Finals. The Celtics can be good, when they play well. They have a bunch of stars, Jaylen Brown, Marcus Smart, Gordon Hayward, and Kemba Walker. Hayward though wants out of Boston. And there are some rumors that the Celtics are looking to trade Kemba, if they do trade, and get something good, then they could be a title team. But, they already are. They could win this next championship. I think they just need to adjust some things and they could be really good. They might make some moves this offseason, and try once again to make it to the finals. But for now, if they play as a team and play well, I’d consider them as championship contenders.

 

The Miami Heat were a surprise team last year. They killed in the playoffs. But in the finals, they ended up losing in 6 games. With Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo, this dynamic duo is very scary. They have some young stars like Derrick Jones Jr., Tyler Herro, and Duncan Robinson. Their veteran players are Goran Dragic, Jae Crowder, and Andre Iguodala. This whole team has good chemistry. They are really good, and they plan to go one step further this season and win a ring. 

 

This upcoming NBA season might be one of the most exciting and competitive seasons the NBA has ever seen. There are many great teams out there but these are the ones that you should pay attention to. The winners could end up being from the city of Milwaukee, to the beaches of Los Angeles. Who knows, the Warriors might get another ring, or the Utah Jazz could get their first. The Raptors might be champs again, and the Celtics will try yet again, while the Heat try to fly past everybody again in the playoffs. This NBA season will be full of surprises and already is.

Why you should vote, and the benefits of doing so.

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Why you should vote, and the benefits of doing so.

Voting is a tough topic. But it’s important. A lot of people have the chance to vote, but they don’t. This is a chance to say your opinion. We are very lucky people and we should take advantage of the privileges we have. Because one, have your voice be heard. Two, it makes us more social and gives us something to be passionate about. And third, when you vote for someone you are voting for their policy, wants, and goals. These are reasons why voting is important.

Have your voice be heard

A lot of people want this to happen to them. Have their voice be heard. This is a special thing in the U.S. because in other countries it’s whoever is in the royal family actually has a chance to rule. There is no voting. Many people have different opinions on who they want to win this election. But that’s the thing, you don’t have to vote for Biden or Trump. You can vote for Tom Brady or whoever. This is a privilege that only few other countries get to do besides the U.S., so we should take advantage of that. Some people want Trump to win. Some people want Biden to win. And some people don’t care. But no matter what you think, you get to put in a vote, and tell America what you want.

Be social and have something to talk about

Voting gives us something to talk about. Sometimes it turns into an argument, like most things do. But that’s because people are passionate about what they think. This allows people to express themselves and their opinions. They can say what is good about their candidate, and why they think they are better. This can change people’s opinions about who they are voting for, or if they are voting at all. Being social is an important part of voting. And if you watch debates, it can also change your opinion. Debates can also make you a part of the conversation. Some people are like “Trump is the worst” or “Biden is the worst.” But they both have good and bad things about them. And some people can’t decide who to vote for. That’s when your voice comes in.

Voting for a person means agreeing

When you vote for someone, that means that you want what they want. Maybe not all of it but some. Because you agree with what they are planning to do and what they say, whether it is about global warming, gun control, or any other political subjects. They are the people running for the job and you vote for them and their policies. It doesn’t mean everything that comes out of their mouth you want, but they are your favorite candidate. You trust them, and you want them to run your country if you vote for them.

Voting is a big responsibility that Americans have. They should vote and it’s important. Because one, this is a chance for people to hear your voice. Second, it makes us talk to people and gives us something to be passionate about. And third, when you vote for someone you are agreeing to their policies, wants, and goals. Voting is a lucky privilege we have and we should take advantage of that.

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