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NBA Playoffs: Ranking the teams in the Eastern Conference

By Kristopher Keaton|

Apr 8, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra and Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center. Orlando Magic defeated the Miami Heat 112-109. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

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8. Indiana Pacers

Apr 12, 2016; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers coach Frank Vogel coaches on the sidelines against the New York Knicks at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Indiana defeats New York 102-90. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

While I totally believe in the abilities of coach Frank Vogel, I think the Pacers are a year early in their ascension to legit playoff contention. Paul George is a really good player, but also very inconsistent and inefficient. Outside of him, there isn’t much to get excited about here.

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