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Training camps have begun and tip-off is less than a month away, so it\u2019s time to preview the upcoming NBA season. With all the movement in the offseason it is likely that some new teams will rise to the tops of their divisions. Let\u2019s take a look at the Southeast Division. \u2013 All odds according to Pinnacle Sportsbook, although other places like\u00a0Bodog offer online NBA betting on these props as well.<\/p>\n
Miami Heat <\/strong>(-156 to win Eastern Conference, +154 to win NBA title) Last year: 47-35, 3rd<\/sup> in division- <\/em>It\u2019s championship or fail for the Heat. We\u2019ve never seen a team quite like this so it\u2019s difficult to know what to expect. LeBron James carried his team to 60 wins last year and now he has Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh. Will this team win 65 games? Can it get to 70? Only time will tell. But with three of league\u2019s best players, it\u2019s no surprise that this team is the favorite to win it all. The signing of sharpshooter Mike Miller could prove to be the key as Wade and James will be able to create him open looks . This team does have some weakness, especially down low, which will be a problem against teams like Boston and Orlando come playoff time. Since expectations are so high, the value isn\u2019t great, but they are still worth the bet.- Prediction:<\/span> 66-16, 1st<\/sup> in division.<\/p>\n Orlando Magic <\/strong>(+499 to win Eastern Conference, +1230 to win NBA title) Last Year: 59-23, 1st<\/sup> in division<\/em>– The Magic look to bounce back after a disappointing series against the Celtics. Orlando lost Matt Barnes, but found a more than capable replacement in Quentin Richardson. The team\u2019s success depends on Dwight Howard\u2019s development. Howard is the reigning two-time Defensive Player of the Year, but still needs to improve on the offensive side of the ball. If he can create on his own, open looks will emerge for his teammates. Vince Carter was very inconsistent last season and needs to be better this season. This is one of the league\u2019s deepest teams, with quality players in J.J. Redick , Marcin Gortat, and Mickael Pietrus likely to come off the bench.\u00a0 The Magic match up well against the Heat with their size, but struggle against the Celtics. The Magic offer pretty good value, and don\u2019t be surprised if they sneak back into the Finals. Though this is an elite team, they tend to off-games and won\u2019t be able to keep up with the Heat in the division. Prediction: <\/span>58-24, 2nd<\/sup> in division.<\/p>\n Atlanta Hawks <\/strong>(+2608 to win Eastern Conference, +6072 to win NBA title) Last Year: 53-29, 2nd<\/sup> in division- <\/em>The Hawks didn\u2019t get any better this off season, but they didn\u2019t get any worse. In fear of losing their best player, the Hawks re-signed Joe Johnson to the summer\u2019s biggest contract. This is a quality team that has a lot to prove after being embarrassed by the Magic in the playoffs. It\u2019s starting to look like Atlanta has hit its ceiling. The Hawks have a solid core in Johnson, Josh Smith, and Al Horford, but can’t get past the second round. Horford was good last year and this could be the year he evolves into an elite center. Still, this team is the same as last year and the division and conference got a whole lot tougher. They do offer great value, but will probably need to make some sort of acquisition in order to take the next step. Prediction:<\/span> 48-34, 3rd in division.<\/p>\n Washington Wizards <\/strong>(+5734 to win Eastern Conference, +11713 to win NBA title) \u00a0Last year:26-56, 5th<\/sup> in division<\/em>– John Wall will make an immediate impact and help this team try and get back to relevance. With Gilbert Arenas and Wall in the backcourt, the Wizards can be a dangerous team. Andray Blatche took over in the second half of the year and expect him to be a consistent force all season. The Wizards are back on the rise, and could sneak into the playoffs, but are still a few seasons away from being a legitimate threat. Prediction:<\/span> 38-46, 4th<\/sup> in division.<\/p>\n Charlotte Bobcats <\/strong>(+6255 to win Eastern Conference, +15969 to win NBA title) Last Year: 44-38, 4th<\/sup> in division-<\/em> The Bobcats surprised a lot of people when they snuck into the playoffs last season. Stephen Jackson and Gerald Wallace are two very good players and Tyrus Thomas has shown improvement, but this team lacks depth. With Raymond Felton and Tyson Chandler gone, the Bobcats will need some young players to step up. Expect the Bobcats to take a step back this year. Prediction:<\/span> 35-47, 5th<\/sup> in division.<\/p>\n Overall-<\/strong> This is the best division in the Eastern Conference, with three or four teams likely to make the playoffs. The Heat and the Magic are title contenders and worth betting, while the Hawks could be a nice long shot.<\/p>\n Remember that you can get winning NBA picks from the best basketball handicappers out there.\u00a0 Also our NBA odds page will feature live point spreads on all the NBA betting action the entire season, a must have tool for NBA bettors this season.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Training camps have begun and tip-off is less than a month away, so it\u2019s time to preview the upcoming NBA season. With all the movement in the offseason it is likely that some new teams will rise to the tops of their divisions. 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