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NBA - Western Conference Finals Game 5 Pick

May 29, 2008

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The Lakers picked up a big win in game 4 of the Western Conference Finals beating the Spurs in San Antonio and taking a 3-1 series lead.  The Spurs have dug themselves a hole that is going to be very difficult to climb out of.  Their task becomes even tougher when you consider that the Lakers are a perfect 7-0 in this year’s playoffs.  The line on the game has been set at eight points.

San Antonio Spurs @ LA Lakers
The Lakers have put themselves in perfect position to earn a trip to the NBA Finals, and there’s no reason they should not accomplish that feat.  The only real question for the rest of the series (which may only last one more game) is whether or not the Spurs can make it close.  I am speculating, of course, but I think that the Spurs still feel like they have a chance in the series.  If they can pick up a win in game five, they at least have a chance to get back to San Antonio for a chance to tie up the series.  Along those same lines, the Lakers certainly don’t want to allow the Spurs back in this thing.  An LA win Thursday night ends the series for the Lakers on their home court, which is exactly what I’m predicting they will do.  Motivation is always a strong factor in picking who will win a game.  The Spurs’ motivation to prolong their season may be strong, but I believe the Lakers’ motivation to end the series and grab a the Western Conference spot in the NBA finals is much stronger.
Pick:  LA Lakers -8

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