Predicting the 8 NBA Playoff seeds from the Eastern Conference

#7 Brooklyn Nets

Spencer Dinwiddie will have to lead the charge for the Nets over the final months of the season

The Brooklyn Nets have won seven of their past ten games to virtually assure a playoff appearance for a second consecutive year.

Spencer Dinwiddie is notably enjoying a career-year, and Kenny Atkinson can call upon one of the better rosters in the East. However, Kyrie Irving has been ruled out for the season, while Kevin Durant has confirmed that he won't be back for the playoffs.

Ultimately, the Nets have done well considering their circumstances this season, although their new era will truly get underway next October.

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#8 Orlando Magic

The Orlando Magic should have enough quality to secure the final playoff spot

The Orlando Magic have been lacklustre for much of the season, but are on course to reach the postseason for the second consecutive year thanks to a lack of competition in the East.

Despite a 24-32 record, only the Washington Wizards (20-35) are within striking distance and the Magic's roster is blessed with both more talent and depth their Washington rivals. It has been a frustrating season, and Steve Clifford's men will likely be made to pay with a first-round matchup with the Bucks.