Vandal Nation Staff predict who will compete in the upcoming NBA Finals
Meredith Spelbring — New Orleans Pelicans vs. Philadelphia 76ers
After the Pelicans humiliates the Blazers I would at least like them to humiliate the Rockets and Warriors as well. In the east, “underdogs” for the win. The 76ers bring home another title to Philly.
Chris Deremer — Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors
I really want to choose two other teams, but it’s hard to say Lebron won’t make it back and that the Warriors will lose a step. These teams will unfortunately meet for a fourth straight NBA Finals and prove that everything else throughout the season doesn’t even matter. Warriors in five.
Zack Kellogg — Philadelphia 76ers vs. Houston Rockets
Houston will prove why they are the one seed in the West, with their high scoring offense and deep bench. Philadelphia is playing some great basketball, and with a healthy Simmons and Embiid, the 76ers will make through the east. Rockets in seven.
Brandon Hill — Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors
I’m resistant to change and blissfully obsessed with King James. Lebron will snag one last trophy for The Land in another thrilling game seven.
Colton Clark — Philadelphia 76ers vs. Houston Rockets
I’ve just got to go with Philly here based on the hope for change, completeness and my personal desire to witness three conquests of Brotherly Love. Might as well go with the Bearded Chef on the other side. Sixers over Rockets in … six sounds good.