Dwayne Wade and the Heat venture to the "Q" tonight to take on the King and his court. The Cav's roll into this one riding a 9 game win streak, their longest of the season. The two matchups between the teams this year have been hard fought, intense games. Both Lebron James and DWade have lived up to their superstar billings, delivering spectacular games both times out. Last time the two teams met, DWade scored 30 in the first half, but James hitting the go ahead free throws in the final seconds to seal the win for the Cavs.
The Cavs limp into this matchup, playing without Mo Williams and Delonte West. Their absence hasn't affected the Cavs as they have won 9 straight and won their past 4 games by an average of 19 points. Damn. Daniel "Boobie" Gibson has been serviceable for the Cavs at the PG position, but we all know Lebron has been controlling the offense. Last game out against Memphis, he tied his career high with 15 dimes. Look for the Cavs to ride Lebron this game while counting on hustle plays from his supporting cast. Anderson Varejao, JJ Hickson, Jawad Williams, and the Shaqtus will have to play well for the Cavs to extend their win streak to 10 games.
The Heat have been struggling of late, dropping their last 3. Dwade has been spectacular as always, but he needs more from his supporting cast for the Heat to stand a chance. I think the Heat big men, Michael Beasley and Jermaine O'neal need to really elevate their play tonight to match the high energy frontmen for the Cavs. I don't think they have it in em.
The Cavs are basically the shit at home. Their something like 66-3 at home in the past two years. That is fucking unbelievable. After the Cavs managed to take both games from the Heat in Miami this year, I see no way the Heat thaw the Cavs hot streak tonight.
The line for the game is Cav's -9.5. Thats a little steep for my blood, but the Cav's take this one by 4.
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