- if the Suns or Mavs don’t win this year, maybe it’s time to abandon their plans. That and 9 other things to watch for. Me eating a grilled cheese isn’t on there.

- there is a great interview with Steve Nash coming out on Sunday in Play.

- just because a guy who is just making $1mil isn’t performing, don’t cut him. Use him as trade filler. Hello Jamario.

- the new Carnival of the NBA is up. Always a fantastic read.

- another article stating that the Raptors will be battling for a final playoff spot.

- and for you positive thinking types, one that thinks they will repeat last years success.

- anybody in these parts think the whole Kobe thing sounds a lot like the Vince trade? Why trade now for crap? Wait until the trade deadline.

- if Milwaukee and Toronto switched teams, would anybody notice?