The Cavaliers are an elite home team, have had eight days to rest and prepare and have a motivated and healthy LeBron James and Irving. The Bulls are coming off a 54 point win to close out the series for Bulls and I expect a little letdown tonight in Cleveland.
The Cavs have veterans like Shawn Marion and Mike Miller can be counted on to step up for the Cavaliers with their playoff experience. I do expect James and Kyrie Irving to play heavy minutes especially in game 1. The Cavaliers have the shooters and ability, with James' drives to the basket, to spread the floor and make open shots. Look for the Cavs to pull away at home in the 2nd half here tonight.