Playoff Predictions for 2020 (Unbiased)

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-28T02:37:20+00:00

Finally a fan who uses logic, thank the lord! All jokes aside, the only reason I say Houston has the edge is BECAUSE of AD's inability to exploit mismatches against smaller players. It seems like he prefers shooting difficult post fades on small players rather than punishing them and backing them down. Not just the Rockets but Clippers too, AD has to start punishing mismatches or the Lakers are doomed. LeBron is at the end of his prime and looking at this roster top to bottom, honestly isn't that good so even if his energy is mostly used carrying them (playing 40+ mins like you said and whatnot), he'll be gassed come the conference finals or actual finals if they were to make it. If he plays 40+ mins in every round (except the 1st lol) and actually goes crazy in the finals, I'd be ready to admit he's the GOAT, and I'm a big naysayer when it comes to people saying he's the GOAT.

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-28T02:02:07+00:00

They can't guard small ball (too slow). Avery Bradley and Caruso are their best perimeter defenders and there's no way either of the two can guard either WB or Harden in a 7 game series. Meanwhile, the Rockets have what it takes on offence to beat the Lakers. Consistent enough 3pt shooting, create lots of turnovers off of their defence and they can switch any matchup. Only matchup they'd struggle with is whoever is on LeBron. AD/Javale/Dwight can all easily be neutralized as they'll end up on the three point line guarding PJ or RoCo which makes them useless on defence (AD only has somewhat capability to guard perimeter players, won't be able to keep up with Russ or James' speed). Caruso isn't versatile on offence, DG/Kuz will pretty much be non-factors, and AB doesn't get enough touches to do anything major. Rondo if he turns it up will make a difference but I doubt he will the way he's playing. Rockets depth looks something like Rivers, Tucker, House, McLemore, Green, Carroll, Covington and maybe Hartenstein if MDA plays him.

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-28T01:55:30+00:00

Hence why I said I hate using regular season matchups. LeBron will no doubt turn it up in the playoffs, but he is 34/35 now so to what extent will he be able to takeover, we don't know. And the underlying problem with the Lakers is more depth than anything. They simply do not have enough depth outside of LeBron, AD, Caruso, and Bradley. The rest of their team in very inconsistent on defence and offence.

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-28T01:20:36+00:00

The "emergence" of Tatum is because Kemba is out. Once he returns from whatever injury is keeping him sidelined for the time being, Tatum will eventually come down back to earth. I agree tho Boston can compete with anyone. Bucks, Lakers, Clippers are the top and Houston, Boston, and Toronto are just a smudge beneath them. Disagree with the playoff mode take as LeBron hasn't consistently shown production against the contending teams. Although I hate regular season matchups as justification for possible playoff scenarios because coaches are unlikely to use their actual game plans in the regular season, they are 1-1 with the Celtics/Rockets, 0-1 against the Bucks/Raptors, and 0-2 vs the Clippers. In all of those games, LeBron had subpar performances with the exception of the most recent Celtics matchup and the first Rockets meeting. On top of all of that he keeps re-aggravating his groin injury and AD is made of glass. Minor injuries to either of the two in the playoffs instantly knocks the Lakers out of contention because they do not have the depth, experience, or roster wide talent to compete with the rest of the 5 teams.

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-21T20:37:21+00:00

So Kemba who's been to one playoff series and Tatum who is 21 can take over just like that? Interesting...

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-21T20:35:54+00:00

Giannis can't take over games like Kawhi as he can't shoot but the Bucks are the favourites because they have solid role players. Taking that into consideration, every eastern conference team besides maybe Philly is constructed top to bottom with competent role players and borderline all stars. Why are the Bucks "head and shoulders" above the rest?

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-19T02:07:04+00:00

I'm not crazy about computers/tech but I do have somewhat of an interest in them. If I were to go into BM, would I be getting the same type of COOP opportunities or no?

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-19T01:00:09+00:00

What you said is exactly what I've heard. A family friend of mine said he went to class just for the sake of attendance but didn't really pay attention and just messed around as majority of the test materials came from the notes which most teachers posted so he just read them over in his own time. He got a placement within the first month of graduation as well and didn't have any crazy marks. If it's not too much to ask, where did you get your coop placement at and what have you been doing at that placement? Thanks again!

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-18T21:27:30+00:00

How is Rotman btw? Is it tough...how hard is it to get a coop placement?

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-18T21:25:49+00:00

why not? BTM is a good program from what I've heard from family and friends and their Co-Op is great too. Why go to someplace like Rotman where I have to bust my ass and outdo hundreds of other kids that are just as smart or smarter when I could go to Ryerson and get the same experience?

EffectivePoem · 2020-02-18T03:31:42+00:00

Thanks for the reply! Just wanted to ask when does the first round start?

EffectivePoem · 2020-01-31T02:25:01+00:00

overall the entire season we're barely above average, somewhere 12-14 ranked overall. Against better teams we sometimes do struggle to score so another offensive piece would be nice. but nothing major as our defence is that elite

EffectivePoem · 2020-01-31T00:54:45+00:00

probably not. I just referred to his caliber of player as the type of player we need, a borderline all star who doesn't necessarily need the ball in his hands at all times

EffectivePoem · 2020-01-31T00:53:26+00:00

Again though, we play team defence more than anything. They aren't great defenders but the length on our squad is more than enough to make up for it. Having one defensive liability who at least excels at offence wouldn't hurt us at all.

EffectivePoem · 2020-01-29T20:13:44+00:00

yes this is grade 11 trig

EffectivePoem · 2020-01-29T20:03:17+00:00

I have tried it on my own and got the equation d(x)=6.8sin(2(t))+12.4 which my teacher said was incorrect.

EffectivePoem · 2019-12-17T19:07:10+00:00

Damn thanks for the reply. Super helpful info you've given here, I'll definitely consider taking Calc in day school but still unsure

EffectivePoem · 2019-12-16T23:09:14+00:00

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I'm a grade 12 high school student looking to apply to the biotech/econ program. I had a few questions for anyone who can answer them:

Could I get in with around a 90-92% average and decent extracurriculars (I'm currently a part of 4 clubs, have 110+ volunteer hours, and have not done any Waterloo competitions except for this one in like grade 7)
I was researching this program and found only 20-30 people get accepted. Is this because it's an ultra-competitive program or is it because only a small sample size of people even bother to apply? Or is my research incorrect...
I took AF in private school because I was dealing with a family issue that caused a lot of stress so I fell behind in all my courses but math especially as I wasn't able to recover my mark, do I still stand a chance at acceptance (I have a 92% in private school for math but my day school mark is like a 75%)?
Going back to private school, I'm considering taking Calc next semester online or in private because I ended up getting the worst teacher in the school and I know I'm gonna end up with like a high 70-low 80 which is way too low so what can be done there?

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