Jeff Teague selects Philadelphia 76ers as favorites for Eastern Conference
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 4:37 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Jeff Teague discussed NBA Eastern Conference contenders during an interview with Stephen A. Smith. Teague, while acknowledging the New York Knicks' mixed start to the season at 6-4, named the Philadelphia 76ers as his favorites to win, citing their strong 9-3 record. He praised Tyrese Maxey's exceptional performance and commented on Joel Embiid's defensive contributions. The 76ers are scheduled to face the Toronto Raptors on Thursday.
- •Teague believes the 76ers are favorites for the Eastern Conference.
- •76ers hold a 9-3 record, ranked second behind the Celtics.
- •Knicks are coming off their first championship in 2026.
- •Teague highlights Tyrese Maxey's All-NBA potential.
- •Philadelphia plays the Raptors next on Thursday.
- 4:37 PMYahoo Sports — Jeff Teague names which NBA team he thinks will win the Eastern Conference
"The 2026/27 NBA season is now in full swing and Jeff Teague has been speaking to Stephen A. Smith about who will win the Eastern Conference.
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