If the Brooklyn Nets are in a complete roster all throughout the playoffs if they will clinch which I think they will, I think I will pick for them as the Eastern Conference Champion. Even though they are at the bottom spot right now, many bettors are betting them as the NBA champions this season because of how great the roster is right now. With regards to Simmons, we still don't know if he will be a perfect fit for the team because we still don't see him in the court but nevertheless, the Nets are in a 4 game winning streak right now and they already have the momentum and I just hope this winning streak will continue.
There's a chance on that but I think you might forgot that Kyrie Irving is only eligible to play road games because New York City does have a strict mandate about it. Yes, they are one of the top prospects on winning this season but when it comes to the series match they will be crippled at times especially when they are facing other tough teams in the East. Also, I hope Simmons will meet the teams expectation because if not then he will become another hinder in the team to win.