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This will definitely be that draws more interest. ECF would've had New York made it with a Knicks-Celtics matchup. But you got some of the greatest young talent in the world in this series, ANT, Luka to be exact.

Like you said @Cactus Jack it's going to come down to how healthy Luka really is, he is battling through a lot right now but still playing at a pretty high level. The moves Dallas made at the deadline with Washington, and Gafford have drastically improved their defense which is always ramped up in the playoffs. Kyrie has been at this level so many times in his Cleveland days, made so many big plays and hit some big shots, also agree that he could really be a difference maker, especially if they need a bucket down the stretch. Outside of that combo, Dallas is definitely going to need more offensively, Washington has shown signs of that third option, but he has been up & down all playoffs, if Dallas wants to even have a chance of winning, they'll need more consistency from him.

Minnesota will most likely be the favorite to win this series. Obviously starting with ANT, this guy has taken the next step and these whole playoffs by storm. By far the best defensive unit left, all starts with Gobert, and their guards will get up in your face. Also depth has been a huge advantage, Reid is a grown man and a luxury coming off the bench when he could be a starter for most teams. Towns is finally getting a shot at a championship, which is great to see. Always been a fan of the T-wolves, mainly bc KG is one of my favorite players.

This should be a fun series, I'll take Minnesota in 6.