Cleveland Cavaliers by 14
As we look towards game 2 in this heated matchup, there are some key points that jump out to us. The first game was dominated by the Cleveland Cavaliers, backed by top players like Donovan Mitchell and Ty Jerome. These two went supernova in the playoff opener, racking up 30.0 and 28.0 points per game respectively. Now that's not just heating up, that's turning into an inferno.
Versus Miami's Bam Adebayo, who put up a spirited fight with 24.0 points per game and Davion Mitchell with 18.0. Competitive but not quite at the same scale.
But let's jab the pause button for a moment to walk down memory lane, shall we? Past matchups between both teams show an obvious tilt of victory towards the Cavalier's favour. The Cavs have made short work of the Heat more times than not recently, portraying a striking head to head dominance.
The Cavs have a dominating season record with 64 wins compared to the Heat's 37, leaving them standing strong on top of the Eastern Conference, with the Heat at position 10.
Recent results amplify the narrative of the Cavalier's supremacy, showcasing their ability to consistently bring down the hammer on the opposition. Yes, even if that opposition likes to play with fire, like the Miami Heat.
So, if any of you are considering an upset, I’d sober up. Taking all these factors into consideration, the prediction isn't just clear, it's as obvious as a bull in a china shop.
Albert's Prediction: Cleveland Cavaliers by 14