A cursory glance at Joe Johnson’s playoff averages will lead one to believe that he is indeed having a solid postseason. He’s averaging 18 points a game while his rebounds (5.2) and his assists (5.0) are slightly higher. However, a closer look at his stats show a much different picture.

In the latest edition of the Hoops Addict podcast, Ryan and Rashad discuss each of the four series in the second round of the NBA playoffs.

As good as Vince Carter looked last night, and as integral as he was in his team’s victory, that type of focus is not there each and every night.

Mike Prada talks about his experiences from his first season covering the Wizards, the increased usage of D-League players in the NBA, the importance of statistical analysis, his top five Wizards-related stories from this season and much more.

Coach Mike Woodson, who seemingly has been on the hot seat since his tenure with the Hawks began five years ago, did not do a good job of coaching last night. He coached like a man who had not faced the Magic before rather than a man who had seen this team four times during the regular season.

This marks the second of a series of interviews Hoops Addict will conduct with writers who covered the Washington Wizards during the 2009-2010 season. We will get their opinions on what went wrong, what went right, what the future holds, and what were the biggest stories of a season that saw the Wizards finish 26-56, and out of the playoffs for the second consecutive year.

In this interview, Mike Jones discusses the top Wizards-related stories this season, the possible roster changes in store, the Wizards draft prospects, and which former Wizards players he is rooting for during the playoffs.

In the latest edition of the Hoops Addict podcast, Ryan and Rashad discuss all things playoffs. They analyze all eight of the first round matchups and give their bold predictions as well.

1. Deron Williams is the best point guard left in the Western Conference
In a conference that has Jason Kidd, Chauncey Billups and Tony Parker all vying for the opportunity to represent the West in the NBA Finals, that is saying a lot. But its true. Williams averaged nearly 12 assists after the All-Star break, [...]

After a four month hiatus, I reappeared in Studio 201 with the Sports Dude on 90.3 KRNU radio in Lincoln, Nebraska. I discussed whether the Lakers and the Cavaliers are the favorites in the upcoming NBA playoffs, other possible intriguing first round matchups, the state of the Washington Wizards, and my feelings on the trade of Donovan McNabb.