Can the Celtics Knock Off Superman and the Magic?

Last night the NBA’s Eastern Conference finals kicked off as the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic collided in a match for the ages. Fans betting on the game in favor of the Celtics were treated to an early blowout, which almost came to a screeching halt as the Magic regained form by the fourth quarter. Luckily for Celtics fans and betters alike, the Celtics lead by Paul Pierce were able to hold on for the 92-88 victory.

The Magic led by Superman Dwight Howard, appeared rusty for the majority of the game after a six day layoff. On the contrary however, was a Celtics who has not looked this strong since their championship run back in 2008, which saw them end the regular season as the best team in the league and carry over the success to the playoffs where they won the 2008 championship. Orlando although finishing second to Lebron James Cavs, are attempting to follow up on a strong regular season, as thus far in the playoffs they seem to be in cruise control, after sweeping both the Charlotte Bobcats and the Atlanta Hawks. Boston, after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers in a much more dominant manner than expected, were able to carry over the success against the Cavaliers in their victory last night versus the Magic, as they led by as much as 20. If the Celtics, finally with a healthy roster, can continue the dominance they displayed in game one for the rest of the series, they will have the best NBA finals odds.