Miami has been the underdog in every series as the play-in 8th seed. They beat the team with the best overall record in the bucks, a team with a passionate fan base (with home court) in the Knicks, and the team with the 2nd best overall record in the Celtics.
The Nuggets motivation the entire playoffs have been them being the underdog and constantly underestimated, however in this matchup wit the Heat, they are the heavy favorites.
Miami showed their resilience and why their wins haven’t been a fluke. I’ve heard every sports analyst for the last two days speak about how the last second win in Game 6 was a gut punch to the Heat and the series was over. Miami did not back down and didn't shy from the fight. I love everything about this team, but Bam has to get better finishing this easy ones around the rim. I’m never betting against them.