The long awaited tip off of the 2011-12 season finally arrives today as the Association presents its fans with a nice Christmas present. Leading up to the season openers, we have been giving you the latest from each conference. The Eastern Conference is complete as we now work our way through the Western Conference. The Southwest Division is home to the defending NBA Champion Dallas Mavericks, who look to defend their crown with a much different roster. Check Fantasy Alarm's Talking Hoops all season long as we track players on the move in Flea Flicker leagues and provide the latest information that impacts not only wagering but fantasy basketball as well. Monday Night Football contest - FantasyAlarm is giving away an iPad 2 every single week this season! Its is FREE!! - Details Here Southwest Division Dallas Mavericks- Jason Kidd and Dirk Nowitzki are another year older, but are intent on defending their NBA crown. Tyson Chandler, Caron Butler and J.J. Barea are all gone from the championship club of a year ago. Lamar Odom, Vince Carter and Delonte West will try to fill those lost minutes. Brendan Haywood moves back into the starting center spot with Shawn Marion starting at the three. Jason Terry will continue to serve as one of the top sixth man scorers in the Association. Rodrigue Beaubois will finally get a chance to show why many believe he is a big time player. Projection: 1st place. Houston Rockets- With Yao Ming gone, Houston failed in attempts to land Pau Gasol and Nene. Patrick Patterson and Samuel Dalembert will have to get...