What better and more accurate way to predict who will win the Mavs-Rockets playoff series than with Oregon Trail? I certainly can't think of any. If you're unaware, I've actually done this before with the Mavericks starting five, but I'm adjusting things slightly to make this a super-scientific prediction machine.
Here, we're pitting the Mavericks' and Rockets' starting fives against each other, seeing which one makes it to Oregon in the best shape. Some rules for the competition:
1. Food Restrictions. I will buy the maximum amount of food to begin the game (2,000 pounds).