Why couldnt they have put 1 EC game and 1 WC game on tonight?

[Lex L.]

Seriously, the start times of these games sucks.

 

[houheffna]

Its like that throughout the schedule. One thing is I believe the networks, ABC/ESPN especially, demanded games be given asap for their Saturday schedule. They needed to market particular games and times and sell advertising for those spots. The Eastern Conference had all playoff spots ready before the West did, so they were able to put games up. So last Saturday had 3 EC games with 1 slot open for WC and vice versa on Sunday. With my limited understanding that is the best I can do....

 

[Uman85]

It's all about ratings and money for Stern and ABC/ESPN. The fan's opinion and satisfaction has gone out the window.