What do you guys have? I've got...
(1) Celtics over (8) Hawks in 4 games - shouldn't even be close
(2) Pistons over (7) Sixers in 6 games - Philly has actually played pretty well against Detroit this year, but let's see if the Pistons can "turn it on"
(3) Magic over (6) Raptors in 7 games - I think the Raptors make it very interesting in fact.
(4) Cavaliers over (5) Wizards in 7 games - Gilbert should have a big impact, but LeBron dominates
(1) Lakers over (8) Nuggets in 5 games - Denver will steal one game when Iverson and DUI boy both go nuts
(7) Mavericks over (2) Hornets in 7 games - I hate making this pick, but I think Dallas' playoff experience (whatever that means) helps them and also Dirk goes off in a major way
(6) Suns over (3) Spurs in 7 games - should be the best series in the first round given what happened last year. Shaq puts Phoenix over the top this year and handles Duncan. Besides, the Spurs only win championships in odd-numbered years, much like A-Rod with his MVPs.
(4) Jazz over (5) Rockets in 6 games - Utah is tough at home and Tracy McGrady still can't get it done in the first round.