US media predicts the probability of winning the championship of the eight teams in the second round: Wolves are 5.2% stronger than the Warriors, and the Cavaliers are still optimistic about losing G1

With the deepening of the NBA playoffs, there are only 8 teams in the league who are still working hard for the championship. If they can advance in the second round, then this team will be one step closer to the championship. Today, the US media updated the probability of winning the championship of the eight teams in the second round. In fact, from the beginning of the playoffs, there were only 3 most favored teams, but I didn’t expect that the Cavaliers lost G1 in the series yesterday, and they are still optimistic. Let’s take a look at the latest predictions given by the US media.

Pacers

Pacers are considered to have a chance of winning the championship of only 1.8%. To be honest, the Pacers are underestimated. They were the team in the Eastern Conference Finals last season, and they defeated the Cavaliers in the second round. This team is very strong and their offense is difficult to limit. Previously, Halliburton's performance in the regular season was a game of magic, but after the playoffs, everyone should see that Halliburton turned the tide many times at critical moments. If he can maintain his recent form, the Pacers will definitely be able to go far this season.

Knicks

Knicks are considered to have a probability of winning the championship of 2.1%. The Knicks have very luxurious paper strength. They have two All-Stars and two forwards that are close to the level of a star, but they will meet the Celtics with a more luxurious lineup in the second round. Moreover, the Knicks lacks substitute firepower, their core will become more and more tired in the next series. They are so tired in crossing the young Pistons in the first round. In this game, facing the defending champion, it is probably impossible to escape the ascension. Moreover, with the core method of using Thibodeau, even if he crosses the Celtics, his health will be a hidden danger.

Nuggets

Nuggets are considered to have a probability of winning the championship of only 2.5%. In the second round, the Nuggets met the most favored Thunder in the West, and they are also in danger. However, this does not mean that the Nuggets have no chance. The Nuggets' advantages and disadvantages against the Thunder are still very obvious. Their advantage lies in the ability and size of Jokic and Gordon in the interior. The disadvantage is that the thickness of the lineup is not as good as the opponent. At the same time, after experiencing the tiebreak with the Clippers, their core physical fitness will be a hidden danger. They have been relying on Jokic for fear that Jokic's energy slot will be empty, after all, it is too tiring.

Warriors

The Warriors are considered to have a chance of winning the championship of 2.8%. The Warriors also experienced a tiebreak in the first round of the series. Their physical potential risks seem to be greater than those of the Nuggets. After all, the Warriors are older than the Nuggets. His three elders are all over 35 years old, while the Timberwolves are gentlemen sweeping the Lakers. They have enough rest time. Of course, the Warriors still have the chance to cross the Timberwolves. After all, Gobert may have blood pressure when he sees dreams. Cole's playoff deployment ability has always been underestimated. His playoffs are definitely the top coach of the league.

Timberwolves

Timberwolves are considered to have a probability of winning the championship of 5.2%. After the Timberwolves defeated the Lakers in the first round, everyone also saw their true strength clearly. This team has no obvious shortcomings. They have an excellent large lineup and small lineup, and there is also a group of powerful defenders. Randall and Edwards also played the level that stars should have on the offensive end. However, whether Randall can continue his performance in the first round of the playoffs will directly affect the height that the Timberwolves can reach. I always feel that he performed well in the first round.

Celtics

Celtics are considered to have a 14.9% chance of winning the championship. As the defending champion, the Celtics have not received enough recognition since Holiday was injured in the first round. Of course, this is understandable. After all, they lost a game against a young team like the Magic, and they played very stalemate in every game. Holiday and Horford are old, and Porzingis's inside defense is also a hidden danger. If the Celtics want to compete for the championship, the Double Tenhua must perform better than last season to have a chance. White's performance on both offense and defense is also a key.

Cavaliers

Cavaliers are considered to have a 21.9% chance of winning the championship. The Cavaliers lost to the Pacers in G1 in the second round of the series, but they were still optimistic. The main reason for the team's loss in the first game of the series was Garland's absence, and Hunter was also injured. To be honest, the Pacers are not afraid of the Cavaliers. They have the size and firepower that can match the Cavaliers. The Cavaliers may be overrated. The team's backcourt dual cores are too short and easy to be targeted by their opponents. Although Atkinson has excellent offensive system, his on-the-spot adaptability is far from those of the top coaches.

Thunder

Thunder is considered to have a probability of winning the championship of 48.8%. The probability of winning the championship has been above 40% since the playoffs. From this, we can also see the recognition of the outside world. After all, it is a team that has won 68 wins in the regular season. Although the regular season and the playoffs are not the same type of game, the regular season can actually achieve such an excellent record, which means that their lineup thickness, star quality and system are very outstanding. The Thunder proved their strength to fight tough battles at the end of the regular season, and even swept their opponents in the first round of the playoffs.

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