In such a context, it’d almost be a relief if the whole debacle could be pinned on Howard’s absence. ers, return a deep, talented roster, and coach Mark Parsons is well aware of the pressure at the beginning of this season after last year’s shocking semifinal exit. police say the former Pro Bowl tight end accidentally ran over his three-year-old daughter with a truck, killing her. 9) Utah JazzStrengths They might have the best defense of any of the playoff teams.