The most important part of the NBA season is about to kick off and we have here the initial 2009 NBA Playoffs Schedule and some strong opinions on who will win the title this year. But that matters the least right now, check out the schedule first:

East Playoffs Schedule (NBA, 2009):

Cleveland (#1) vs. Detroit (#8)
Boston (#2) vs. Chicago (#7)
Orlando (#3) vs. Philadelphia (#6)
Atlanta (#4) vs. Miami (#5)

West Playoffs Schedule (NBA, 2009):
LA Lakers (#1) vs. Utah (#8)
Denver (#2) vs. New Orleans (#7)
San Antonio (#3) vs. Dallas (#6)
Portland (#4) vs. Houston (#5)

That’s the schedule, you can draw the lines… and let us know: who do you think will be the winner this year? Will LA Lakers continue their good form, will Cleveland get back on track or another team will win the 2009 edition of the NBA championship? Share your thoughts with us!