Just because they're the favorite doesn't mean they aren't getting s*** from all directions for taking the easy road or some other trash.
It's a lock for them to win the east. The thought of the Celtics trying to guard the Heat is hilariously terrifying, as is the thought of them getting through the Heat defense. If that series got to 6 games, it would be a miracle. If they won, the planet would shatter. The Magic do have Dwight Howard, but unless he plans on scoring 40-50 with 25-30 rebounds every (I mean every) time out I don't see how they'll pull it off, since everyone else on the team will be on total lockdown.
Only the Lakers have a chance, which I think they'll capitalize on this year. Then the NBA belongs to the Heat for the foreseeable future. Celtics fans are bummed that this is likely the last go-round and the chance of them winning it this year is very very slim, but probably not a bad time to enter a rebuilding phase.