It’s still way too early to know who will add “big game player” to their narrative this season, but we’ve got a few early candidates.

With Game 1s in the books, we make the case for -- and against -- each of the playoff teams to win the 2025 NBA title.

There isn't enough firepower on this roster to keep pace for Cleveland's explosive offense. Miami's strength, its defense, isn't slowing the Cavs down. To this point, Cleveland is scoring a playoff-best 135.2 points per 100 possessions.