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NBA Playoffs: Ranking the teams in the Eastern Conference

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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5. Charlotte Hornets

Mar 26, 2016; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford talks with guard Kemba Walker (15) during the third quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks at BMO Harris Bradley Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Michael Jordan has finally built a winner. Steve Clifford has done an amazing job with this team, and Kemba Walker has emerged as a Most Improved Player candidate. A team without a star, which can come back to bite you come playoff time, they are also a team with a really bright future.

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