Boston Vs Miami Conf.Semis Game 1

[DMC]

This will be a HUGE series, maybe bigger than the Finals because it will indicate whether Lebron is able to get over the hump in big games. We've seen him take on the role of unstoppable in certain big games, but I think Boston could be the road block to the Finals, and possibly to the ring. If James gets past Boston, he's probably going to win the ring.

[DMC]

These thoughts below are perhaps worthy of a seperate thread, but I'll just post in this one, for now....

Who stands to take a bigger public relations hit for losing the series, Boston or Miami? To me, this is a pretty tough question. Here is how I see it.

From presason until late regular season this was supposed to be the pairing for the ECF, with the winner about an even shot to win a le. Due to both Miami's and Boston's shortcomings late in the year, and Chicago's strong regular season, it happens a round early. Predictions always had Miami and Boston running #1 and 2 seeds, in varying order, with Chicago clocking it at #3. The Bulls were expected to lose to either #2 in the second round, while the Magic lost to #1.

So regardless of who wins, one team falls way short of its expectations. Plus, the winner likely has to go on the road to Chicago and if they win that, still play in the finals. Both teams were spposed to be favored against other teams in the second round, now they face off against each other.

Shortcomings:

Whichever team loses, losing in round 2 will be perceived as a major disappointment.

Boston loss: Perkins trade, Two O'Neal's injuries, aging Big 3 on it's probable last legs.

Miami loss: Preseason hype silenced, LeBron and Wade can't beat Boston in playoffs; 0-3, 0-2 respectively

My opinion is Boston takes the bigger hit with a loss. If they win it all this year, they probably won't again with this core. If Miami loses, sure they will be disappointed, but they will be back.

Miami has home court, Boston takes the bigger hit with a loss, so that and the Celtic's playoff experience almost make this a tossup.

I'll predict this, for now:

Game 1: Heat
Game 2: Boston
Game 3: Heat
Game 4: Boston
Game 5: Heat
Game 6: Boston
Game 7: Tossup

Early in the year, I picked Boston, hands down. Recently I picked the Heat. Not certain now, can't count either out, or in. The winner will not escape unscathed, it's going to be trench warfare.

They weren't worthy of a separate thread. FYI.

[Giuseppe]

I hope they win this series brah. Here's hoping for another Lakers - Celtics finals

[Andrew Bynum]

Any outcome is a great one. Either LBJ goes home early again or the C's C their window slammed shut.

[Banzai]

What does Kate Middleton have that Lebron James does not? A RING! heyyoooo

[LnGrrrR]

Where'd ya go Culby? Haven't seen you around.

[LkrFan]

When the Hype don't beat the Celtics, I don't want to hear no more crap about LeHype being better than Kobe. He got two of "the best players in the world" flanking him - in their primes no less. No excuses. None. Zip. Nada.

Celtics in 6.

[daspurs]

When the Hype don't beat the Celtics, I don't want to hear no more crap about LeHype being better than Kobe. He got two of "the best players in the world" flanking him - in their primes no less. No excuses. None. Zip. Nada.

Celtics in 6.

God forbid if theirs a laker-heat finals matchup.

If the heat win all the laker fans on here will vanish

[Venti Quattro]

What does Kate Middleton have that Lebron James does not? A RING! heyyoooo

[Jacob1983]

Boston is the favorite in this series in my opinion mainly because of their experience and the fact they play team ball. These Celtics are playoff tested. I can't say the same about the Heat. Wade is playing in the 2nd round for the first time since 2006. This will be Bosh's first 2nd round game in his career. The Heat fairy tale will implode in this series.

[daspurs]

Boston is the favorite in this series in my opinion mainly because of their experience and the fact they play team ball. These Celtics are playoff tested. I can't say the same about the Heat. Wade is playing in the 2nd round for the first time since 2006. This will be Bosh's first 2nd round game in his career. The Heat fairy tale will implode in this series.

post of the year !

[mindcrime]

That's really wishful thinking on your part LnGGGrrr. Celtics time has passed last year. They are not beating the Heat in the playoffs. HCA is huge in this series. Rivers is going to regret benching his starters at the end of the season to prove a point.

HCA doesn't mean to the Cs. As a matter of fact they play better on the road. If any of the games are close Celtics will win it. Miami is horrible in the final minutes of the 4th. Celtics in 6.

[LkrFan]

Boston is the favorite in this series in my opinion mainly because of their experience and the fact they play team ball. These Celtics are playoff tested. I can't say the same about the Heat. Wade is playing in the 2nd round for the first time since 2006. This will be Bosh's first 2nd round game in his career. The Heat fairy tale will implode in this series.

Spot on. Here is a picture of Ace after reading your post:

[mavsfan1000]

I'll be rooting for the Celtics.

[Jelloisjigglin]

I'll be rooting for the Celtics.

No surprises here lol I couldn't imagine a Mavfan rooting for anything Heat...

[daspurs]

Spot on. Here is a picture of Ace after reading your post:

You a in pusyy frontrunning cocsucker

[daspurs]

No surprises here lol I couldn't imagine a Mavfan rooting for anything Heat...

Miami Wades > Dallas Mavs

[LkrFan]

Why am I gay?

[Venti Quattro]

Sick video.

[Isitjustme?]

Its like daspurs and LkrFan are having a tiest poster contest in this thread.

[ChrisRichards]

When the Hype don't beat the Celtics, I don't want to hear no more crap about LeHype being better than Kobe. He got two of "the best players in the world" flanking him - in their primes no less. No excuses. None. Zip. Nada.

Celtics in 6.

There really is no excuse for Lebron, but the Heat losing in this series against a much superior team is not going to support people's case that Kobe is a better player. It only proves that Kobe has a better supporting cast. Am I right?

God forbid if theirs a laker-heat finals matchup.

If the heat win all the laker fans on here will vanish

That, will be the day. It will be a maginificent summer.

HCA doesn't mean to the Cs. As a matter of fact they play better on the road. If any of the games are close Celtics will win it. Miami is horrible in the final minutes of the 4th. Celtics in 6.

Boston could sure use that HCA last year. I can't imagine the Lakers winning Game 7 @ Boston. I believe every Laker fan feels the same way.

[JJ Hickson]

Miami Wades > Dallas Mavs

^^This guy is definitely mad

[IronMexican]

daspurs calling anyone a frontrunner when he's from Miami but is a Spur fan, and is now the captain of the Heat bandwagon. Oh the ironing

[Giuseppe]

Boston could sure use that HCA last year. I can't imagine the Lakers winning Game 7 @ Boston. I believe every Laker fan feels the same way.

Once Perkins went down #16 was imminent.

[ChrisRichards]

Oh Hai there Culby