well can?t see an easy PO opponent in the east. with nets still in PO run and milner soon back we have at least 10 teams that could make the PO. And all are tough to play. I expect some even to improve through trades.
never said there are easy opponents, but in the Central Bucks look damn strong now (as you found out yourself), Hornets are defending champ for a reason (despite getting weaker now), and the Pacers big 3 are always good for a win or two (when healthy). And the Atlantic winner - and only him - can avoid all three in round 1 ...
but i agree, trades/injuries will make a few teams even stronger (Nets, Bucks) or weaker (Hornets,Raptors) soon, and the jury's out on the rest so far ...
My trades are not going to make me weaker. This team is struggling for a 3rd scorer and I'm about to add that, with a far more consistent SG. I'll take Mike/Buck/Schader/Ransey/Hiscock over Mike/Buck/King/Tripucka/Conner anyday and I would assume most GMs here would agree with me.