Utah Jazz

After previewing the Eastern Conference last week, we’ll move onto the Western Conference with the season within reach. The race to the playoffs will be even more exciting in the West, thanks to the level of talent in the conference. With that said, the very top of the conference is much more predictable. For more on the NBA and fantasy basketball, download the 3-and-D Pod on Fantrax Radio and Soundcloud. Follow me on Twitter @JonSauber. Tier One 1. Golden State Warriors There isn’t a whole lot to say here. I know…

This week our fantasy sleeper series comes to a close with the Northwest Division. This is the most improved division in the NBA, and it's filled with guys who could make a big jump this year. The divisions contain two vets who find themselves in improved situations and two young players poised to fill a new role. Of course, the fifth player is our biggest fantasy sleeper of the season, and a player with serious superstar potential. Jamal Murray, Denver Nuggets The Denver Nuggets put themselves in a position to contend for…

When you compare the two conferences, the West is far superior to the East. The three best records this season were all by teams in the West. There were two heavy favorites to begin the season in the West: Golden State and San Antonio. That remains the case after the first round. Let's take a look at the two Western Conference semifinals series to see if either Utah or Houston can upset these two juggernauts. #1 Golden State Warriors vs. #5 Utah Jazz 1st Round: Golden State swept Portland in 4 games, Utah beat Los Angeles…