KingJ and the Cavs are bringing it lately. The men should be fresh and need to send a message, F.U. KingJ, no KingJ rules here.
Ps 98
KingJs 85

Will be nice to face King James in a meaningful game at seasons end. Would be even better to end his 1st post season reign in the 2nd round.

Hughes is back, and Flip Murray was an excellent addition for the Cav`s. They come in riding his majesty`s coatails with wins over Miami (that`s not really saying too much) Dallas, and ended NJ 14 game win streak.

Confidence vs. Determination in this one. I predict the Pistons will run the table at home, from here on out, let`s start with the King, in our Palace!

Murray was incredible tonight (last second win by the Cavs vs Hornets)...
Larry Hughes gives them more depth at SG... should be a challange for Evans/Delfino.
No big Z tonight...

Hey, Yao broke his foot tonight

If Ben Wallace shows up and plays well, this is a win. If Ben isn't "DPOY Ben", James will abuse Tayshaun.

SA Spurs won again. Therefore there is plenty of reason to win this game.

1. HCA still not decided yet. As long as we win the next 2 games, we have HCA thru out. Mission 3 out of 4 accomplished.

2. One more win to tie the best regular season of the franchise.

3. With Z who should be back in this game, we might be facing our 2nd round opponent at full strength. Got to win this to make sure they don't the confidence if they really face us in the playoffs.

Should be a great game. If we can contain LBJ, we should win.

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Time for Sheed to step up after Ben's monster game the other day. He's owned Cleveland this year. 25 and 15 would be good for tonight.

Going up against both the hottest team in the league (well, one of two) and a potential playoff opponent ought to provide some motivation.

This should be the best Cavs, Pistons match up of the year. Thats what I think if Z plays tonight. It will have a playoff feel to it because hands down this could be our secound rd opponent.

I think Cleveland can beat Washington in the first round, but if Washington is healthy they are also capable of beating Cleveland. No message needed for Cleveland tonight they already know they can't beat this team. Look for Lebron to have a big night and the two players we need to look out for is Flip Murray and Larry Hughes.

Pistons take the win in good Pistons Basketball fashion 89 to 80

I agree. If Ben isn't "Vintage Ben", we will lose. He should be hanging out behind Prince most of the game waiting to help on Lebron.

Also, I think Delk will play a big role. There is no one that can guard him one-on-one, and they don't play great help D, so he should be able to get to the rack and score some. Especially if Flip plays it smart and forces the Cavs to put Damon Jones on him by pairing him with bigger players or starters (ie, not Lindsey).