It's a foregone conclusion that the Boston Celtics will represent the Eastern Conference in the NBA finals, and I don't think even this spread will be too much for them to cover here in the opener of the Eastern Conference finals.

The Indiana Pacers are coming off a gruesome seven-game series against the New York Knicks, while the Celtics have played two five-game series. Indiana's playing style and pace could be its downfall here, as the Celtics are well-rested and, like Indiana, capable of playing fast.

5* PLAY ON THE CELTICS.