I agree. The Great 8 is stronger this season, which gives us more competitive games. Too bad that Rainbow Thunder and Buckets called it quits in the Big 8. The Thunder beat me last season, and I was looking forward to a good rematch. The Allstar game should be more diverse this year, with more players from different teams playing.
Well, to answer your question, yes. :) I'm facing your team at your arena in a TV game. Doesn't get any bigger than that, and I will have a very tough time in that one. Also, I still have to play an away game at Colu Basket and a home game against the surprising Chicago Imperial Ballers.
I think both Vegas and Colu Basket and have a good shot at winning this week in the cup. Both are slight underdogs according to the rankings, but I'd say their chances are close to 50/50, depending on some factors.