NBA: Predicting The 2015-16 Eastern Conference Playoff Seeds

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4. Miami Heat

Christina: Of course there’s Dwyane Wade, Chris Bosh is back, Hassan Whiteside has come into his own, and Justise Winslow should give them valuable minutes as a rookie. During the off-season, the Miami Heat managed to sign Goran Dragic to a long term deal, re-sign Gerald Green, and snag Amar’e Stoudemaire. They missed the playoffs last season, but don’t expect them to miss the playoffs again this season – unless they’re unhealthy again.

Michael: IF the Miami Heat can remain healthy, they can be one of the top three or four teams in the East. However, that’s a big IF – and not something I’m willing to bet my house on. I’ll work under the assumption that they stay relatively healthy for the entire season, though.

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