Nets vs. Heat Playoff Series tied 1-1

Another good playoff series is brewing in the Eastern Conference. Last night the Miami Heat were the victor, winning 111-89 as Dwayne Wade paved the way, scoring 31 points (12-19 FG, 3-3 3PM-A) with 5 rebounds, and 6 assists. When he gets hot no one can stop the superstar guard. Bringing his own flavor to the cause, Shaq clipped in with 21 points and pulled down 6 rebounds. Point guard, Jason Williams added 14 points in the win.

New Jersey faces a challenge against the Heat and vice versa. The Nets' Richard Jefferson wasn't expected to play Wednesday night due to a bone bruise on his right heel and ankle. I think he will be the X-factor in the series for the Nets. His health could be an issue, therefore shifting an advantage for Miami. The instant offense and arsenal of scoring weapons this team has makes them a threat to any competitor.

Vince Carter (finished with 22 points in Game 2) and Jason Kidd are focal points on offense for the Nets, pending Jefferson is unable to play later in the series. Much of the scoring load will be dumped on Carter, who is still a prolific leaper and attacker at the rim. I'm not saying he has to score 40 a game to defeat the Heat, though put enough pressure on the Miami defense late in the game. The more fouls he can draw on the big men inside the better his team's chancing are in the series. This Eastern conference showdown is shaping up to be a awesome series.