2011 NBA Playoffs: Andrew Bynum Goes Down, And The Lakers Hold Their Breath

Apr 13, 2011, 7:23 PM UTC

Throughout the NBA Playoffs, we’ll be picking out some of the best coverage from around the web. Today, Andrew Bynum’s latest injury, and the worst timing imaginable for Lakers fans.

1. Andrew Bynum went down in a heap against the Spurs on Tuesday night, and now, the Lakers have to hold their breath awaiting MRI results, and wondering whether he’ll be full strength for the playoffs. Kevin Ding is one of the best beat writers in the business, and predictably, his look at the Bynum injury is the best you’ll find anywhere.

2. Oh, And Remember When We Asked Why The Celtics Rested Their Starters?

Well, look at the Lakers.

3. The Derrick Rose Dunk Expo should whet your appetite for Chicago in the playoffs.

4. The Matchups For the East are all set, and the schedule’s right here:

As for the West, True Hoop provides a useful cheat sheet.

5. Finally, Charles Barkley Weighs In on the MVP debate. Courtesy of Sports Radio Interviews:

You know, it’s interesting, all these reporters, one reason why I don’t like them is because they’re idiots. You know, it’s like…the MVP award is the guy who’s having the best season. And I’ll tell you, two, three months ago, this team had this wrapped up. They’re trying to bring up other candidates. I understand Stan Van Gundy wants to pump up his guy Dwight Howard because I love Dwight Howard, but Derrick Rose should win the MVP in a landslide. I mean, I know those clowns in Miami aren’t going to vote for him, but he should win the MVP hands down, to be honest with you.“
What’s the motivation for all these experts?
“They’re homers. The guys in Miami are going to vote for LeBron. The guys on the West Coast are going to vote for Kobe. The guys in Oklahoma are going to vote for [Kevin] Durant. But if you look at it, the Bulls are probably going to have the best record in the NBA, the best record in the NBA. Noah missed 30 games, Boozer missed 20 games, but the one consistent on that team has been Derrick Rose. ... that’s impressive.”

”One reason why I don’t like them is because they’re idiots. LONG LIVE THE CHUCKSTER.