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Lebron James is currently playing at such a level right now that almost everyone has forgotten about that other MVP candidate Kevin Durant. While Miami gets all the noise as they play on another level, the Thunder have not been doing so badly themselves. However, Lebron has always done well against the Thunder. Most notably in last year’s Finals as Lebron final captured his first NBA title.
This is a new Durant. The loss last year against the Heat seems to have made him play with a chip on his shoulder. While it sounds like a bad thing, it was possibly the best thing that could happen to Durant and the Thunder. The Heat also have some good news as Dwyane Wade appears to be returning to superstar form which could be the difference maker in this game.
Due to Wade’s recent explosion, I give the edge to the Heat in this matchup. I think that both Lebron and Durant will both score 30 points and have great nights. However, Westbrook will try to be the superstar and end up hurting his team even more. So until Westbrook realizes he is the Robin to Durant’s Batman I cannot pick this team to overpower the Heat. So, Thunder or Heat who wins on Valentine’s Day?
