so how does everyone see the knicks series going? not really the team i wanted to see in round one
Garnett is one of the most problematic defenders for Amare to face. Amare is at his best when he has a quickness advantage against slower defenders (Perk) or when he can overpower smaller/no length defenders (BBD).
Carmelo and Pierce are the third and fourth best wings in the league respectively. They should cancel each other out for the most part.
Rajon Rondo has an advantage over Chauncey Billups. Billups does not fit into D'Antoni's uptempo PG centric heavy playmaking responsibility offense + Rondo is far too quick for Chauncey's old legs. Also, New York's team defense, interior defense and transition defense are all shoddy which should create surplus opportunities for Rondo to get into the teeth of the defense and create shots for everyone.
Then there is New York's horrific supporting cast which is without a doubt the worst of any team in the playoffs.
A lot of reasons to feel confident about the matchup.