Since we never do picks on a Sunday, I figured why not stray away from the norm and roll favs that aren't exactly "sexy" picks. Because of the success of the Dubs this season, people have given up any hope for the Cavs to have a shot at winning LeBrons third ring. As a matter of fact a lot of people think this series is going to be competitive, as evidenced by the line getting bet down to 10.5 after opening at 11. We here at DP disagree that this series is even remotely close, and argue that all of this pressure not being placed on Cleveland is actually the best thing possible for their chances of a repeat title run. Sure Drummond and Jackson are fun to watch, but who's guarding Bron? KCP? Good luck with that Pistons fans.
MIA -4.5 vs CHA
Miami is somehow sneaky good this season despite being without Chris Bosh since the all star break. They have an odd collection of old and young players somehow combining to make a decently effective team. Of all the teams out East, Miami has the greatest chance to do the impossible and prevent Bron from reaching his sixth straight finals. The Charlotte college all stars are a nice team, but they don't actually stand a chance in this series. Miami wins in 5, starting with a dominating opening performance tonight.
POR +8 @ LAC
Despite the fact that Dame can't play against the Clippers, I have to roll the Blazers. They're a team with legit scorers, a good cast of role players and a coach that seems to know what he's doing half the time. I'll take that against the combustible clippers and Doc "I haven't done shit without Thibs on my staff" Rivers any day.
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