May 5, 2013; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Tony Allen (9) reacts to a play in action against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half in game one of the second round of the 2013 NBA Playoffs at Chesapeake Energy Arena. The Thunder defeated the Grizzlies 93-91. Mandatory Credit: Mark D. Smith-USA TODAY Sports

In these playoffs, which are solely for entertainment, one can only wonder who’s going to win the championship. In the NBA it’s all about upsets of course, and who wants to get to the finals more than others? This is obviously all important, but fans love the entertainment that the playoffs bring them, and there’s more than one series that has been entertaining so far.

When the word “champions” comes to mind, I’m sure the first team any NBA fan thinks about is the Miami Heat, simply because they’ve been dominant so far. Currently up 3-1 on the Chicago Bulls after crushing them in an intense game four, the Heat are surging and looking to once again gain entry to the conference finals.

It wasn’t like this two years ago, however. Remember when the Heat looked dominant, but were taken down by the Dallas Mavericks, of all teams, in the Finals? I’m sure that everybody does. The Mavericks were actually the funnest team to watch during those playoffs, as Dirk Nowitzki was incredible in crunch time with some big baskets.

This year, it may be different with the Heat winning it all, but which teams have gotten together for some great series, so far?

1. Brooklyn Nets – Chicago Bulls:

Without a doubt, this has been the best series so far in the playoffs. The Derrick Rose-less Bulls were able to surge to a 3-1 lead on the Nets, and eventually beat them in a game seven. It was very entertaining, of course, and is the only series that has been to game seven so far. It may have been a first round game, but it lasted the longest and gave the Heat a very lengthy rest. Fortunately for the Bulls, they were able to capitalize and win when it mattered.

You know that it was very exciting when in game four, the Nets and the Bulls went to triple overtime, and after binges of buzzer beaters, the Bulls were able to pull away. This matchup between the fourth and fifth seed kept everyone on their heals, and never failed to impress. It has been, by far, the most interesting series of the playoffs so far.

2. San Antonio Spurs – Golden State Warriors:

The Nuggets – Warriors series was a close second here, but it doesn’t make the list because it’s just not as exciting as this one. So far, the Warriors’ magical playoff run has been incredible. In the first round, they upset the number three seed, something almost nobody predicted that they could do without David Lee, their all-star, and then they tied the Spurs 1-1 in the series. After some disappointment for both teams, the Warriors and the Spurs are playing in San Antonio in game five to break the 2-2 series tie.

The reason that all these games are so interesting is not only because many want to see the Spurs make a final championship run, but it is because it’s the emergence of a dynasty (the Warriors) and a superstar (Stephen Curry). It’s like watching a star die, and a new one being born for the scientists. Also, the first game went into double overtime, and the fourth went into overtime, putting fans on their heels once again.

3. Oklahoma City Thunder – Memphis Grizzlies:

So far, the Thunder are almost at the mercy of the Grizzlies. The shining brilliance of Kevin Durant, however, may be just enough to pull the Thunder out of some trouble. Nevertheless, from Durant’s game one winner, the Grizzlies’ fierce rally in game two, this series has had fans on their heals. It’s been a battle of whits from the coaching staff, but also of talent from Durant and Mike Conley. The Grizzlies look deserving of a championship run this year, but it’s not going to come so easily.

The Los Angeles Clippers will take their six game winning streak on the road this week, stopping in Chicago starting tomorrow night, and continuing through Charlotte, Milwaukee, and Detroit before returning home to play the New Orleans Hornets on December 19th.

The Bulls are currently riding a three game winning streak, with an impressive win over the Knicks on Sunday, and occupy first place in the Central Conference at 11-8. Joachim Noah registered a historic 30 points, 23 rebound performance in a win over Detroit last Thursday, and Luol Deng provides a solid 18ppg in his league tops 41.2 minutes per game. The Bulls are very tough, defensively and are 6-5 on their home floor. The Clippers easily defeated the Bulls at Staples back on November 17th, 101-80.

Charlotte seems to have come back to earth after a strong start, battling a seven game losing streak after starting strong at 7-5. While two of those defeats were blowouts at the hands of Oklahoma City and San Antonio, the Bobcats played the NY Knicks tough before falling on a last second jump shot by J.R. Smith in a heart breaker.  Michael Kidd-Gilchrist is making a strong case for Rookie of the Year with his 10ppg and strong play, overall, while PG Kemba Walker leads the team with just over 17 ppg and 6 assists. The Clippers defeated the Bobcats both in both meetings last season.

Milwaukee sits just behind Chicago in the Central Division at 10-9. Brandon Jennings and Monta Ellis (traded to the Bucks last season for Andrew Bogut) lead the Bucks with 17 and 18ppg, respectively, and the Clippers will have to contend with outside shooting specialist Mike Dunleavy, who shoots over 40% from 3-point range (a known defensive weakness for the Clippers). The Bucks are still trying to cope with the steep drop in production from Ersan Ilyasova, who signed a 5-year, 40 million dollar contract last summer, but is hitting only 22% of his threes thus far.

The final game of this road trip ends in Detroit, who are 7-15 as of this writing. Detroit is actually quite good, defensively, holding opponents to only 42% shooting (4th in the league); however, the Pistons are definitely challenged when it comes to scoring, ranking 24th in offensive efficiency. Greg Monroe and Brandon Knight lead the team in scoring with only 15 and 14 points per game each, with 32 year old Tyshaun Prince following with just under 13 ppg.

Though we expect tough fight in at least two of these contests (Chicago and Milwaukee), we here at FullyClips are quite confident in a successful journey away from home. The “Lawler’s Law Enforcement Agency” will be the difference and we predict a solid 4-0 road sweep and an 18-6 record before avenging our earlier loss against New Orleans on December 19th back at Staples. Hope to see you all at the game!