How Important is Game 1?

A split (either Game 1 or 2) will be fine for the Spurs. Ideally, I'd rather them win Game 1; I think it would put them at a better advantage to win both home games. I can't see them beating the Hornets three times in a row, so if they lost Game 1 and won Game 2 I think it would be rather difficult for them to win both home games. Then again, I thought they couldn't beat Phoenix 3 times in a row so who knows?

From a neutral point of view, every game is important. play each one like it was the first or last. I expect home court edge to get stolen at least once in this series. The disadvantage of opening the series is you risk it first.

It has the potential to be a heart-stopping 6 or 7 game series!