Double Smack Down... Magic over the Cavs

[Economics_Nerd82]

Can't wait for the playoffs to start up!

[jstewholymoly]

Can't wait for the playoffs to start up!

The Orlando Magic are in the driver's seat to win an NBA title, provided they avoid a first-round matchup with Detroit. Here's why:

6-3 record vs. NBA elite of LAL, CLE, and BOS (best win pct. among top four teams vs each other);

Only of aforementioned to play in division with 3 playoff teams (ORL, ATL, CHA), which equates to tougher schedule; Lakers and Cavs are only playoff teams in their respective divisions;

Swept Western Conference's best team (Lakers);

2-1 record vs Cavs (including extremely questionable officiating in only loss @ Cleveland last month);

Accomplishing all this without All-Star point guard;

KG is suspect for Celtics down the stretch.