The first game between the Warriors and Mavs was game 3 of the Mavs 0-4 start to the season. The last one didn't mean anything. The middle one capped off a 17-game winning streak on the second night of a back-to-back. A letdown was due.
I imagine the Warriors will win game 3 at home.
Toronto is actually pretty good. They finished up 40-19, which is the 4th best finish, behind the Big 3 in the west. The only thing they lack is experience, but they could go to the East Finals. It sucks not having Bargnani or Garbajosa, but they're pretty good.
My picks:
Dallas over Golden State in 5 - GS will win game 3 at home on pure adrenaline. But lack of size will eventually hurt them.
Phoenix over LA in 7 - I wouldn't expect to see a series much different than last year. LA is finally healthy.
SA over Denver in 6 - As good as Denver is playing, SA is also playing well. And the Spurs always turn it up in the playoffs.
Houston over Utah in 6 - Utah has collapsed down the stretch. Houston is playing well.
Detroit over Orlando in 4 - A big mismatch. I love Dwight as much as anybody, but the Pistons will fry them.
Cleveland over Washington in 5 - I feel so sorry for Washington. Losing your two best players hurts.
Toronto over New Jersey in 6 - Big playoff series win for Chris Bosh and co.
Chicago and Miami in 6 - The Heat suck. Chicago is good.







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