A couple things to help the tournament some:
-I understand why the Finals are in Vegas (warm weather, and Vegas), but Vegas just isnt a great spot for neutral games. I dont know where a better spot is though, unless....
-I read an idea earlier (which I think is good) to make the Group Stage 8 games (2 vs each team in group, home and home), so that increases the chances of the better teams making it. I also think that the semis and final should be on a home court based on record (just like the real playoffs). Atmosphere would be much better.