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"Survivor" jumped the shark long ago, but the reality show is still good for one thing: It provides the perfect theme for Bill Simmons' preview of the 2002 NBA playoffs. Find out why our man thinks the Pistons might get voted off early, who will survive the East and whether Shaq can make like Richard Hatch for the third consecutive year.
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The sports world is a funny and fickle place. Just look at the events of the past week -- as Page 2 columnist Jim Caple does. A guy named Tiger remained sports' most dominant force, while a team named the Tigers was a nationwide punchline. Then, there were the continuing strange sagas of Chuck Finley, Kevin Harvick and Luis Gonzalez's gum.

10 Burning Questions What's Hot, What's Not
Mel Kiper Jr. is a little like Santa Claus. He spends 363 days a year preparing for one weekend in the spotlight. On the eve of the 2002 NFL draft, Page 2 caught up with Kiper to see if he could handle our 10 Burning Questions. As you might expect, ESPN's draft expert showed a terrific upside.
 We aren't certified meteorologists at Page 2, but we are experts on forecasting what's hot and what's not. Today, we focus our Doppler Radar on the 2002 NBA playoffs to predict what will sizzle and fizzle. Earlier this week, we brought the heat for the 2002 NFL draft and the Stanley Cup playoffs.

TAKE OUR DRAFT QUIZ
Ever wonder what the players are saying during those phone calls at the NFL draft? Take Page 2's quiz to see if you're able to guess a player's reaction after hearing which NFL team selected him. You'll also want to check out our All-Name Draft.


You've already taken a look at Page 2's list of the 10 most overpaid players in the NBA, so now it's your turn. We've compiled our readers' list of the current most overpaid NBA players along with a poll to crown the No. 1 overpaid player in the league.

10]  Nick Anderson, Grizzlies
"He has been an invisible person on an invisible team."
9]  Juwan Howard, Nuggets
"His contract lasts forever and it only gets worse."
8]   Kelvin Cato, Rockets
"His intensity is comparable to that of a kitten."
7]   Grant Hill, Magic
"Grant Hill has been paid roughly $483,000 per hour while a member of Orlando."
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NBA futures: Odds to win championship (4/19)
Lakers 7-5 76ers 12-1
Kings 7-2 Nets 12-1
Spurs 7-1 Pistons 15-1
Mavericks 7-1 Celtics 15-1
NHL futures: Odds to win Stanley Cup (4/19)
Red Wings 7-2 Sharks 7-1
Avalanche 4-1 Bruins 8-1
Maple Leafs 6-1 Blues 10-1
Flyers 7-1 Blackhawks 10-1
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BRIGHT IDEAS
There are good ideas in sports ... and then there are ideas that don't quite work. From The Masters to the NFL draft to the NBA, Page 2's Ralph Wiley details a little of both.

THE SPORTS GUY
Page 2's Bill Simmons finally relented and saw "The Rookie," and he loved it without any arm-twisting from his bosses at Disney.

CRITICAL MASS
Page 2's Eric Neel reviews the latest in sports pop culture, including the new "Bull Durham" DVD, a book on poker and SI's article on posses.

SLAPPED AROUND
After renting "Slap Shot 2," Jim Caple says it ranks as one of the lamest in a long line of lame sports sequels.

MOCKING BIRD
In his first Tuesday Morning Quarterback column for Page 2, Gregg Easterbrook makes a mockery of mock drafts.
If your favorite writer isn't on Page 2 today, click here to check out our full roster of columnists.


It's Flyers coach Bill Barber, left, whose team was the Atlantic Division champ, and "The Champ" himself, actor Jon Voight. Page 2 has received three requests for this match. Browse our archives of past pairs or click here to submit a future duo for Page 2.

WNBA draft
11:30 a.m. ET, ESPN2
Because we never tire of hearing them say "Secaucus."
 
Canucks at Red Wings
7 p.m. ET, ESPN
Pressure's on No. 1 Detroit to even series in Game 2.
 
Devils at Hurricanes
7:30 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Carolina defends pride of entire Southeast Division.
 
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If you missed Page 2 over the last week, check out our back issues:
• Thurs., April 18: Move Over, Mel
• Wed., April 17: Icy Hot
• Tues., April 16: Mockery Draft
• Mon., April 15: The Master

Other featured content:
• Mystery Photo responses
• 10 Burning Questions for Moochie Norris
• Bizarre & Bogus
• What the Heck Are They Thinking?
• 10 Burning Questions for Samuel L. Jackson
• Anna Kournikova vs. Marilyn Monroe
Weekend Edition, April 19-21, 2002
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