Matchmaker 2009: Lakers vs. Magic NBA Finals Prediction

The Orlando Magic were undefeated against the Lakers in the regular season winning two close games for a record of 2-0. The Magic combine solid outside shooting with the frightening dominance of Dwight Howard, while the Lakers rely on the sheer magnificence of Kobe Bryant and the best supporting cast in the NBA. The Magic were able to overcome the pesky 76ers in 6, the defending champ Celtics in 7, and disposed of the 66 win Lebron led Cavaliers in 6 games. The Lakers, for their part, overwhelmed the Jazz in 5, took down the Rockets in 7 hard fought games, and defeated the Nuggets in 6 tough games. The Lakers are back in the finals for the second consecutive year while the Magic have earned their first finals appearance since the days of Shaq and Penny. The post-season is a differen...

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