The NBA tipped off its season last night. Here are my predictions for the 2006-2007 season:

MVP: LeBron James, Cleveland Cavaliers

Rookie of the Year: Rudy Gay, Memphis Grizzlies

Most Improved: Darko Milicic, Orlando Magic

Defensive Player of the Year: Ron Artest, Sacramento Kings

6th Man of the Year: Shane Battier, Houston Rockets

Coach of the Year: Don Nelson, Golden State Warriors

Eastern Conference Champs: Chicago Bulls

Western Conference Champs: Dallas Mavericks

NBA Champions: Dallas Mavericks

via BumpSports.com