:Interesting theory, but I believe WP:CRYSTAL applies to arguments about notability, based on the idea that we as editors can't predict the future.  However, I don't think it applies to reporting what multiple reliable sources are saying, per this quote: "Predictions, speculation, forecasts and theories stated by reliable, expert sources or recognized entities in a field may be included, though editors should be aware of creating undue bias to any specific point-of-view."  Since we're including multiple sources of predictions, and they mostly agree, I don't think it's undue bias.  And we've been correcting counts as soon as final numbers are available. —