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I know, this one doesn't quite have the same ring as 2007's "We Believe" Warriors nickname did, but hear me out.

The magical, Baron Davis-led playoff upset of the Dallas Mavericks five years ago was all about belief—having no reasonable basis to expect success, but believing it would happen anyway. That team, seeded eighth and having just sneaked into the postseason, had no business knocking off the No. 1 seed. But it happened anyway.

Belief is exciting. But because, by its very nature, belief isn't supported by facts, it's only a matter of time before reality sets in, statistics start to normalize and everything comes crashing down. The 2007 team crumbled after one more season, leaving fans of the franchise wondering what to believe in.

That's why this year's team could be called the "We Rationally Calculate" Warriors; the front office—led by owner Joe Lacob, GM Bob Myers and legend in residence Jerry West—have crunched the numbers, analyzed the videotape and constructed a well thought out, downright sensible roster. It may not be as intoxicating as believing, but reasonable calculation typically yields better results.