First off I gotta I tip my hat to Riles, Spo and co. I have given them shyt these last few years. I still think they could be here and have had more success had they just worked with Bron. Nonetheless, they pulled off what so many other squads have failed to do and they did it without turning into straight shyt. Respect is due.
As far as the series goes, MIA only has one edge...shooting. Lakers got the best two players, experience, versatility, and size. If the Lakers can get decent shooting from the role players and/or if the Heat get cold/held in check this will be a quick series. Much like with Denver, that falling behind and coming back in the end shyt ain't gonna work with these Lakers. It's gonna be interesting to see the Lakers defensive approach, as the Heat present a well balanced attack. They don't have that one guy that you have to double team. Will that make it easier or harder?
What do the Heat do defensively when Bam Bam sits? He's probably the best matchup for AD we've seen so far but frontcourt duty is all on him. If Dwight is out there, he will have to guard him and keep him off the boards. Will they be able to do what HOU did and force him off the court and make it a small ball battle? Thing is the Lakers small ball lineup is still a problem.
Last but not least, you know Bron is motivated. I don't think we will see "Let the game come to him" Bron this series. He is this close to another ring and you got Riles on the other side.
All that said, I am just glad we are here and able to see this.