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JuJu Watkins switches NBA championship pick from Knicks to 76ers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 12:15 PM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

JuJu Watkins switches NBA championship pick from Knicks to 76ers

Summary

JuJu Watkins initially selected the New York Knicks to win the 2027 NBA Championship but quickly changed her pick to the Philadelphia 76ers. During a rapid-fire session with SLAM Magazine, Watkins cited the 76ers' recent acquisitions of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown as key factors in her decision. The 76ers are currently tied for the best record in the NBA at 9-2. Watkins, regarded as a top prospect in women's basketball, previously named LeBron James the greatest player of all time. This change in prediction reflects growing support for the 76ers as favorites in the upcoming championship.

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By the Numbers

•Watkins initially chose the Knicks before switching to the 76ers.
•She made her comments during an interview with SLAM Magazine.
•76ers have acquired LeBron James and Jaylen Brown this offseason.
•The team has a 9-2 record, tied for best in the NBA.
•Watkins is seen as a rising star in women's basketball.

Latest Updates

12:15 PMYahoo Sports — JuJu Watkins gives two-word answer why she snubbed NY Knicks in her NBA championship prediction

What they're saying

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JuJu Watkins initially picked the New York Knicks to win the 2027 NBA Championship, but then changed her pick almost instantly. Watkins is considered one of the brightest prospects to emerge in women’s basketball for a very long time, with her knowledge of the game being cited as one of her biggest strengths.
— Yahoo Sports

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