Liu Baojie Finals Preview: Both sides have their own advantages in strength competition, whether Durant can return is the key

May 31st this year's finals will begin between the Raptors and the Warriors. The Raptors have a home-court advantage because their regular season results are better than the Warriors.

This year’s finals is a seven-game four-win system. The schedule is 2-2-1-1-1. First, you must play two home games in the Raptors, then go to the Warriors to play two home games, and then 1-1-1 is the home. The away game exchange system requires seven games to start at the Raptors' home game. In the absence of Durant, the Warriors still eliminated the Rockets and swept the Trail Blazers. They have won three championships in the past four years and undoubtedly have an advantage in strength. The Raptors have reached the Finals for the first time in team history, and they are definitely not experienced.

Compared with the Raptors, although Durant can't play the Warriors, there are still combinations like Splash Brothers and Green. The overall advantage is still optimistic about the Warriors. In the past few years, the Warriors won three championships in four years, and we are a bit tired of aesthetics. In fact, judging from this appeal, a new championship is needed.

From the analysis of strength, I think the Warriors can win the championship. From the emotional point of view, I hope the Raptors can win. I hope that , Kava and I will create their own history, and a new legend will appear in the alliance.

Judging from the comparison of the strengths of the two sides in this year’s finals, I can give you a general analysis: In terms of point guards, Curry PK Lowry, although Lowry is very good, but not at the same level as Curry, so this should Curry has the advantage. Shooting guard Klay Thompson and Green’s matchup. Although Green is very good defensively and is an excellent 3D player, Klay can attack and defend. After Durant was injured, he played a big role in the playoffs. .

In the small forward matchup, I think Leonard should have no problem with Iguodala, he will have the advantage. In the power forward position, Green shoulders the organizational task of the Warriors. He is also an excellent defensive player. He has a triple-double performance in the Western Conference Finals. So for Siakam, Green still has a certain advantage. In the center matchup, Gasol Jr. matchup Rooney should be said to have an advantage in strength, which is beyond doubt.

In the rotation, I think the Raptors dominate. The Raptors have Van Fleet and Ibaka. They played very well in the Eastern Conference Finals. After the Warriors lost Durant, although they increased their rotations and played 11 rotations, there were not too many players who were too prominent. I think the Raptors still have the upper hand in the rotation stage. In terms of head coach comparison, Cole vs. Nass. Cole won three championships in four years. He has four years of experience in the finals. Nass coached the team to the finals in the first year, so Cole still has the advantage in this regard. .

Generally speaking, each has its own advantages. If we proceed according to normal strength, I think the Warriors may win the championship, but if Durant cannot play, it will bring certain variables to the finals. If the Warriors have a bad start and lose on the road, I think Durant will speed up his comeback to help the Warriors recover the score.

Once Durant and Cousins ​​are unable to make a comeback in the finals, the Splash Brothers and Green, plus Iguodala, are not enough to guarantee their victory. If Durant returns, my prediction may be that the Warriors eliminated the Raptors 4-1 to win the championship. Once Durant and Cousins ​​fail to come back, the Raptors still have hope of defeating the Warriors. In the end, I think the total score is the Raptors. Beat the Warriors 4-3 and win the championship.