NBA Finals 2016: Cavaliers vs. Warriors Game 1 Odds, Props and Predictions

Game 1 of the hyped rematch between the reigning champion Golden State Warriors and the Cleveland Cavaliers is set for Thursday night as the 2016 NBA Finals get underway. Stephen Curry and Co. won last year’s championship clash in six games.

Both teams were tested in the conference finals. The Warriors fell behind 3-1 against the Oklahoma City Thunder before storming back to win in seven. Meanwhile, the Cavs found themselves tied 2-2 with the Toronto Raptors before winning the next two games to advance.

Let’s check out all of the important details for the highly anticipated series opener. That’s followed by a look at some of the notable odds along with a preview and prediction for Game 1.

 

Viewing Information

Where: Oracle Arena in Oakland, California

When: Thursday, June 2 at 9 p.m. ET

Watch: ABC

Live Stream: ESPN3

Tickets: ScoreBig.com

 

Game 1 Odds

 

Series Props

 

Preview

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Probably the most talked about storyline heading into the series is whether the eventual winner will anoint either Curry or LeBron James with the unofficial title of best basketball player on the planet. Curry has won the last two MVPs, but winning the title could shift the debate back in James’ favor.

While it may be a fun discussion for fans and analysts, the Warriors superstar isn’t interested in getting involved. Ethan Sherwood Strauss of ESPN noted the guard shrugged off questions about what the series could mean from a personal perspective.

“It’s really annoying for me,” Curry …

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