2017 NBA Second Half Preview – Eastern Conference

By Rahul Lal
At this point of the season, with about two-thirds of the games played, every team is tired and struggling with injuries. Cue the NBA All-Star break, which amounts to a week-long hiatus for most of the league.
The NBA Trade Deadline is looming, and teams are starting to show interest and make moves. Some teams hope to solidify their lineup and put/keep themselves in playoff contention. Others want to prepare for the draft by acquiring picks or improving their draft positio