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Tyrese Haliburton sees Eastern Conference as stronger than the West

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:35 AM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Tyrese Haliburton sees Eastern Conference as stronger than the West
Summary

Tyrese Haliburton expressed confidence in the Eastern Conference's strength ahead of the upcoming NBA season. Key offseason moves, including the acquisitions of Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, and Giannis Antetokounmpo, have contributed to a competitive environment. Haliburton noted that teams like the Philadelphia 76ers, Miami Heat, and New York Knicks are poised to contend. He mentioned that the Pacers aim to bounce back after a challenging previous season. Haliburton emphasized that various teams have the potential to compete for playoff spots.

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  • •Haliburton believes the East is stronger than the West for the first time.
  • •Key player moves have significantly strengthened Eastern Conference teams.
  • •Teams like Philadelphia, Miami, and New York are expected to contend.
  • •The Pacers hope to improve after struggles without Haliburton last season.
  • •Haliburton's health will be pivotal for the Pacers' success.
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  • 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Tyrese Haliburton believes the Eastern Conference is finally better than the West
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Tyrese Haliburton believes the East is much better than the West this time around.

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