Football is now over, and it is that period where everybody doesn’t know what to do with themselves anymore. Lo and behold there are many exciting sports opportunities to keep you entertained until football comes back. Here are just some of the more exciting options to look forward to:
March Madness
Nothing is arguably more exciting than March Madness. It is three weeks of pure craziness that leaves many people on pins and needles. Some are in it for the gambling, and others are in it because they want their teams to be victorious. Last year, everybody thought the Kentucky Wildcats would prove supreme since they went undefeated throughout the year into the tournament. That did not happen, though — they were defeated by Wisconsin in the final four minutes. There is just no way to predict what will happen in March Madness, and that is the reason why it is the best tournament in sports. It all gets going on March 15 for the play-in games but the real March Madness gets going on March 17 when the first round games start.
MLB Opening Day
We are half-way through February and that means we are close to baseball season. Spring training is about to start, and after that, the real season begins. Baseball means warm weather, relaxing and getting outside more. The season should be tough to predict as last year’s champions, the Kansas City Royals, will have to defend their crown without some of their key players from last season. Many teams should be better than they were last year, and a plethora of new talent should be emerging. It all gets started on April 3.
NBA Playoffs
The NBA All-Star game was just this past weekend, and that means the playoffs are right around the corner, as well. The NBA Playoffs are a two-month slugfest and there is always drama. Last year, the Golden State Warriors surprised some when they were able to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers in six games in the NBA Finals. The Cavaliers were not healthy in the finals as they lost Kevin Love in their first round matchup and Kyrie Irving in the finals. If Cleveland can stay healthy, this year's finals should be a lot better. Golden State is on a rampage but the San Antonio Spurs are right behind them. Those three teams should be seen as the favorites going in. The NBA Playoffs will get started on April 16.
