The Los Angeles Lakers have missed out on two opportunities to close out the series, but I think the third time is the charm.

As a bonus for us spread bettors, they're asked to cover a couple of points less than the previous game and I just don't see the Heat surviving another game. They've fought bravely to win two elimination games, but the fairy tale must end now. Keep in mind that the Lakers were more-or-less a missed Danny Green three-pointer from clinching the title last time out.

The Heat are capable of making it rain from beyond the arc, and when the shots hit they win, but I expect the Lakers to bring a much better defense tonight.

Miami star Jimmy Butler sat down for merely 48 seconds throughout Game 5 and was gasping for air at the end.

Lakers big man Anthony Davis is banged up, but he's still a force to be reckoned with.

8*play on Los Angeles Lakers.