Overview

• The Miami Heat are focused on maintaining a healthy roster to compete in a strengthened Eastern Conference, after struggling with injuries last season.
• The Philadelphia 76ers have added nine-time All-Star Paul George to their lineup, forming a new Big 3 with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
• The New York Knicks have made significant trades to acquire Mikal Bridges, Karl-Anthony Towns, and OG Anunoby, positioning themselves as a major contender in the East.
• The Milwaukee Bucks, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard, face skepticism despite their star power and are aiming to prove doubters wrong.
• The Boston Celtics retain their championship-winning core and enter the season with high expectations to defend their title.