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5 Bold Predictions For Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors In 2015 NBA Finals

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Predicting Warriors-Cavaliers Finals Series

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The Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors looked like the two best teams in the NBA in the second half of the regular season. Both teams continued their domination through the conference playoffs, culminating in their matchup in the NBA Finals. Here are my five predictions for what will happen when LeBron James and the Cavaliers take on Stephen Curry and the Warriors in the NBA Finals.

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The Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors looked like the two best teams in the NBA in the second half of the regular season. Both teams continued their domination through the conference playoffs, culminating in their matchup in the NBA Finals. Here are my five predictions for what will happen when LeBron James and the Cavaliers take on Stephen Curry and the Warriors in the NBA Finals.

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Cavaliers Steal Game 1 At Oracle Arena

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The Warriors don't have a single player with NBA Finals experience on the roster. The last team to win a title with such a roster was Michael Jordan's 1990-1991 Chicago Bulls. I don't believe that lack of experience will make much of a difference in the series as a whole, but I certainly think it will impact Game 1. I expect the Warriors to feel the nerves, come out a little tight, and have a poor offensive performance in the series' opening game.

The Warriors don't have a single player with NBA Finals experience on the roster. The last team to win a title with such a roster was Michael Jordan's 1990-1991 Chicago Bulls. I don't believe that lack of experience will make much of a difference in the series as a whole, but I certainly think it will impact Game 1. I expect the Warriors to feel the nerves, come out a little tight, and have a poor offensive performance in the series' opening game.

Splash Brothers Hit 15 3's In 1 Game

Splash Brothers Hit 15 3's In 1 Game USA TODAY Sports-Cary Edmondson
When Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson both catch fire in the same game, the Warriors are virtually unbeatable. Considering they're the two best three-point shooters in the game, it's a near certainty they'll get hot simultaneously at least once in a seven-game series.

When Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson both catch fire in the same game, the Warriors are virtually unbeatable. Considering they're the two best three-point shooters in the game, it's a near certainty they'll get hot simultaneously at least once in a seven-game series.

LeBron James Has Two Triple-Doubles

LeBron James Has Two Triple-Doubles USA TODAY Sports-Ken Blaze
James posted a ridiculous statline of 37 points, 18 rebounds, and 13 assists in the Cavaliers' Game 3 victory over the Hawks andcame close to posting a triple-double in the other three games as well. To beat the Warriors, James will need to be at his absolute best, especially with Kyrie Irving hobbled. Don't be surprised if James racks up double-digit assist totals in every game in the series.

James posted a ridiculous statline of 37 points, 18 rebounds, and 13 assists in the Cavaliers' Game 3 victory over the Hawks andcame close to posting a triple-double in the other three games as well. To beat the Warriors, James will need to be at his absolute best, especially with Kyrie Irving hobbled. Don't be surprised if James racks up double-digit assist totals in every game in the series.

Andre Iguodala Comes Up Big

Andre Iguodala Comes Up Big Getty Images
Andre Iguodala is the Warriors steady veteran presence off the bench. Steve Kerr doesn't rely on the uber-athletic defensive stalwart to score, and has said anything they get from him on the offensive end is "gravy." Iguodala is often left wide open since teams focus on shutting down Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Iguodala will cash in on his chances and come up big for the Warriors in several games.

Andre Iguodala is the Warriors steady veteran presence off the bench. Steve Kerr doesn't rely on the uber-athletic defensive stalwart to score, and has said anything they get from him on the offensive end is "gravy." Iguodala is often left wide open since teams focus on shutting down Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson. Iguodala will cash in on his chances and come up big for the Warriors in several games.

Warriors Win In Seven Games

Warriors Win In Seven Games Getty Images
LeBron James is still the best basketball player in the world, but the Warriors proved to be the best team all throughout the regular season and the playoffs. The Cavaliers defense has been unbelievable of late, but the Warriors present a special type of task. Stephen Curry and the Warriors will cap off their incredible season with an epic Game 7 victory.

LeBron James is still the best basketball player in the world, but the Warriors proved to be the best team all throughout the regular season and the playoffs. The Cavaliers defense has been unbelievable of late, but the Warriors present a special type of task. Stephen Curry and the Warriors will cap off their incredible season with an epic Game 7 victory.

Seth Lassen is a writer for RantSports. Like him on Facebook.
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