04-11-2022, 07:27 AM
(04-10-2022, 09:44 PM)HoosierDaddyKid Wrote: Boston found out the Bucks didn't play the starters in their earlier blowout loss to the Cavs, 133-114. so they knew if they beat Memphis they'd get the 2 seed in the East, so they played their whole rotation till the game was decided. Memphis played all their bench players, no starters and got stomped 139-110. Memphis had the 2 seed locked weeks ago. I don't get why the Bucks didn't fight to get the 2 seed unless they knew they were getting the Bulls, who they swept 4-0 this year.
I understand why they did it, but it just feels strange for the defending champs to worry about matchups. There is a strong chance the second seed will play the Nets in the first round. There is not doubt that is a tough matchup and one you wish to avoid. The nets team is one that hasn't had much time together this year though. In addition, losing homecourt to a really good Celtics team in round two is not a small deal. That Celtics fanbase is really fired up right now.
I also understand wanting to play the Bulls who have really struggling down the stretch though.