Can the Toronto Raptors become a playoff team pt.3

If you haven't already seen parts 1 and 2 on how the Toronto Raptors can become a playoff team, you may need to check them out before you read on.

In my previous post, I've talked about the teams in the Raptors conference that pose a threat toward them achieving a playoff spot.

New York Knicks

I've mentioned them a few times concerning a trade for Laundry Fields and the New Jersey Nets moving to Brooklyn. The Knicks have the potential to become a great team in Amare Stoudemire, Carmelo Anthony and Tyson Chandler, but have never lived up to there hype. Some addition pieces they recieved were Raymond Felton, Marcus Camby and Jason Kidd. These players maybe past there prime, but still hold experience to teach their team.

Compared to the Raptors: This is a "do or die" situation as it can go ether way, ether the chemistry of the Knick click together early or they have a early playoff exit, which the raptors need to be ready for regardless.

Chicago Bulls

This team was one of the favorites to win the NBA Championship in the 2012 playoffs, but there star point guard Derrick Rose tore an ACL, sidelining him from finishing their playoff series. They are still a decent team to compete in the NBA, but without Derrick rose, their future is back tracked. Some additions they received were Kirk Hinrich, Nate Robinson and former Toronto Raptor Marco Belinelli. These players are primarily used to replace their star point guard.

Compared to the Raptors: If you were to ask me who was better last year, no doubt it would be chicago, but with Derrick Rose gone temporarly, I'll give the win to the Raptors because with Kyle Lowry as Toronto's point guard, he can take advantage of the exposed Bulls.

Charlotte Bobcats

This team needs a lot of improvement from last season since they did the worst in NBA history with a record of 7-59, despite a shortened season. Some additions they received were Ramon Sessions, Ben Gordon and Micheal Kidd-Gilchrist. The first two players have been around the league to know what it takes to win. As for Kidd-Gilchrist, the No.2 pick of the 2012 NBA Draft, can be that impact guy to improve this team.

Compared to the Raptors: I still believe that the Raptors have the edge over the Bobcats because despite the talent the Bobcats have, the Raptors are a much better team with the positions they filled out.