If Boston wins this series, don't act like we haven't been warned

[t-wizzle]

It would be 2010 Celtics over Cavs all over again. We already know the makeup of Lebron and we've seen it year after year for like 5 years now. Wade is obviously not himself and is a shell of the player he used to be. I don't know if it's injuries or just that he is a bit apprehensive but that's not the same guy from a couple years ago.

That crew from Boston is still in Lebron's head and the tighter this series gets, the more the pressure is going to build.

Most importantly however, Miami has nothing other than their Big 2. Unless the role players are knocking down jump shots and Chalmers is playing well, the entire offense is being shouldered by two guys.

I would not be surprised to see the Celtics win the next two games and take this series and no this is not a prisoner of the moment thread. I really just think Miami doesn't have what it takes right now.

[BigDofBA]

I said Miami wins in 7. Sticking to it.

But yeah, I wouldn't be surprised.

I haven't been really impressed with Miami. They dont really seem like they play team basketball and Spolestra isn't a great coach.

The Bulls had Jordan and Pippen but the team was built around them and the other players complimented them.

Miami seems like a team with two superstars and a bunch of other guys that just fill in space. I don't count Bosh as a Superstar. He is just a really good player.

[Sport_Fish]

I think if Bosh was healthy, they wouldn't be having this kind of difficulty. Not because he's their best player, but because he's an integral part of the team. And they aren't as good of a team without him, esp when the team is made up of 2 players. Wade/LeBron can't fully carry the team, they need that 'third wheel'.

We saw how easy it was for Miami last year with Bosh...but of course, even with Bosh, they're only a good enough team to beat the East. They're gonna get hammered by the West once again, Bosh or no Bosh.

[t-wizzle]

Bosh at least gives them a post presence. They don't have that unless Lebron plays the 4.

[Speedy88]

Miami's problem is that outside of James and Wade, none of the role players are good enough to bring a consistent effort on the road. Miami always plays well at home because they get good production out of their role players.

If the Heat meet SA in the finals, I could see SA beating them by 20+ in game 1.

[t-wizzle]

Boston ML Game 5 is +400. Keep an eye on it.

[SpreadSniper]

I haven't been really impressed with Miami. They dont really seem like they play team basketball and Spolestra isn't a great coach.

Year after year people forget this is a team sport and undervalue the impact that GREAT coaching can have on a mediocre team

[No coincidences]

We heard all the crap about Wade being "banged up" when he was a no-show early in the Indy series. Then he explodes the last few games and he's supposedly back. Now he's disappeared again. I don't think injuries have much to do with it.

[Snowball]

We heard all the crap about Wade being "banged up" when he was a no-show early in the Indy series. Then he explodes the last few games and he's supposedly back. Now he's disappeared again. I don't think injuries have much to do with it.

it's Doc Rivers. He's letting Lebron "get his" and concentrating on shutting down Wade.

[t-wizzle]

Boston series price is +340 at the Greek.

[SteelRain]

Sorry t wizz you are usually a sharp guy but there is no way Boston wins this series, they are just too old and slow. Plus stern wants the heat in the finals because everyone wants to watch them lose agains and that means the ratings will be huge

[t-wizzle]

Sorry t wizz you are usually a sharp guy but there is no way Boston wins this series, they are just too old and slow. Plus stern wants the heat in the finals because everyone wants to watch them lose agains and that means the ratings will be huge

A Thunder/Heat Finals would be huge and I am a bit worried about Miami getting the benefit of the calls but ultimately it will come down to which team plays better.

Boston Series Price is +361 at Pinnacle.

Boston ML Game 5 is down to +373 from +416 last night at pinny.

[Vitooch]

Game 2 was the right game to take the Boston ML, not this one...I think Miami wins this one by double digits. Plus, Bosh is back.

[Dclan86]

Boston has not looked slow or old over the past 4 games so I don't know who your trying to convince but they have looked great.

[Dclan86]

Game 2 was the right game to take the Boston ML, not this one...I think Miami wins this one by double digits. Plus, Bosh is back.

Where are you getting this info from? From what I have heard Bosh is not back. Lets not spread around uncomfirmed info

[frogsrangers]

LeBrick Shames is a joke, no rings. If he opened a jewelry store called LeBron Jewelry he would have to put a sign out front that says NO RINGS. LeGarbage Gaymes won't do anything for the rest of the playoffs and won't win a ring with this team.

[ngates815]

it's Doc Rivers. He's letting Lebron "get his" and concentrating on shutting down Wade.

He's "letting" Lebron "get his"?

[Vitooch]

Where are you getting this info from? From what I have heard Bosh is not back. Lets not spread around uncomfirmed info

Sorry, don't want to spread inaccurate info. Bosh is a game-time decision. I still think Heat cover regardless (see Heat/Pacers Game 5)

[Vitooch]

LeBrick Shames is a joke, no rings. If he opened a jewelry store called LeBron Jewelry he would have to put a sign out front that says NO RINGS. LeGarbage Gaymes won't do anything for the rest of the playoffs and won't win a ring with this team.

Sweet nicknames, brah.

[Dclan86]

Sorry, don't want to spread inaccurate info. Bosh is a game-time decision. I still think Heat cover regardless (see Heat/Pacers Game 5)

This isnt the Pacers. Although the Heat have a good chance I think they may blow this. They wont win the championship this year, I feel. Of course no one can predict the future inculding me.

[t-wizzle]

Bosh is not playing right?

[ngates815]

Bosh is not playing right?

haha right.

[t-wizzle]

haha right.

Quality post right here.

[Pauulzcappin]

Some masseuse died at Bosh's house. What the hell

[t-wizzle]

Greek is holding the +8 but the ML just took a huge drop

[colout]

Bosh is playing tonight - Haslem starts

[t-wizzle]

Wade cherry picking

[lakerboy]

Quality post right here.

Don't mind ngates. He is here for "shits and giggles".

[frogsrangers]

Sweet nicknames, brah.

LeTrash

[wantitall4moi]

Bosh starting favors the celtics and if people dont know that then they dont know the NBA game. Only way having Bosh back would help would be if Wade or james were out. having him would be better than not playing with one of them but adding him to the existing mix is a negative. If Spoelstra is any kind of coach he will pull the cord on this guy once it becomes apparent he is hurting them.

Its akin to Spurs starting Ginobli last night rather than keeping the same rotation and having him come off the bench.

[t-wizzle]

All Boston needs to do is hang in this game. They will make their move later on when the pressure builds and the Heat sputter in their halfcourt set.

[t-wizzle]

What will Miami do with Bron-bron on the bench?

[t-wizzle]

Boston fighting hard.

[rm18]

Bosh is not hurting them though I'm surprised Anthony did not play at all

[jjgold]

Another tough game

All James has to do is drive every possession and they win