this isnt a must win for orlando even though people on here say it is

[gtc08]

2-3-2 format is a great edge for the underdog magic.

they can lose tonight, then if they win there 3 home games, the pressure is on LA, and confident orlando can win at least 2 at home, unsure on 3.

id say game 3 is the do or die for the magic. this would be great if they won tonight, but also not the endof the world.

 

[oldmanTED]

In all due respect, with the 2-3-2 format, the team with the home court advantage has a significant edge as it is rare that in the NBA Finals, the team with 3 consecutive home games sweeps them all. If Orlando loses tonight, they likely go back to L.A. down 3-2 at best.

 

[3peet]

GT,

Not that I'm expecting it to happen but what if the Lakers run the Magic out of the gym again like they did Thursday? Exactly how much confidence can they gain knowing they'll get 1 if 2 games at home?

 

[gtc08]

you have a good point 3peet.

omt, you think the 2-3-2 favors the home team though? i dont know.

 

[oldmanTED]

you have a good point 3peet.

omt, you think the 2-3-2 favors the home team though? i dont know.

I do because history has shown how difficult it is for the team with 3 straight home games to sweep them all.

 

[gijoe]

I think this is a must win because the Lakers haven't had a 3 game losing streak all seaon