I've never been one to pay much attention to these, but the differential is pleasantly staggering, with the Orlando Magic being a heavy favorite to win it all [knocks on wood, throws salt, etc.]...

2010 NBA Playoff Odds

(rankings after the jump)

I don't know how well this has predicted the outcome in the past but it's one of very few pieces of praise from the national media for the boys in blue.

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