Beware the Sulfites. Sensitivity to sulfites is common among asthmatics. For me, an allergic reaction can result in a severe asthma attack. Dried fruits are usually responsible for the reactions. As with all processed or manufactured food items, I consistently check labels.
In some rare cases, dropped frames can be caused by an old network adapter driver doing a poor job of handing the high speeds being consumed. It's not a bad idea to just check to see if there are any new drivers for your network adapter, just to be sure.
Most likely, injuries to Tyson Chandler and Peja Stojakovic were the main reasons for the drop off - but it serves to prove the underlying point: Deron Williams and Chris Paul play on teams that are simply not good enough to win a championship.