NBA: Breaking down the playoff race in the Eastern Conference

CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 03: DeMar DeRozan #10 of the Toronto Raptors drives against Justin Holiday #7 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on January 3, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
CHICAGO, IL - JANUARY 03: DeMar DeRozan #10 of the Toronto Raptors drives against Justin Holiday #7 of the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on January 3, 2018 in Chicago, Illinois. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images)
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5. Indiana Pacers (33-25)

Is it possible we see another Lance Stephenson vs. LeBron James matchup in the postseason? I sure hope so, and as long as the Pacers continue to play at this high level there’s a chance that we might.

The Victor Oladipo and Domantas Sabonis trade was such a fantastic move for the Pacers, despite what the naysayers were saying immediately after they dealt their franchise player.

I love Paul George, but these two just play with immense passion and energy, something Indiana fans desperately needed after their past few disappointing seasons.

Not to mention, Myles Turner hasn’t been healthy since day one of the NBA season, so there is a lot to love about the playoff contender Indiana Pacers when healthy.