Jeff Teague claims Miami Heat are the best team in Eastern Conference
The former NBA champion placed Miami above rivals like the 76ers, naming only the Knicks as genuine competition.
Jeff Teague has sparked debate around the Eastern Conference hierarchy after declaring the Miami Heat as the team to beat.
According to BasketNews, the former NBA champion expressed strong confidence in Miami, asserting that only the New York Knicks can rival them at the top of the conference.
Teague also dismissed the threat posed by the Philadelphia 76ers, reiterating that Miami would outperform them. During his comments, he listed an array of names—including Bam Adebayo, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Nikola Jovic, and potential buyout candidates like Jrue Holiday—while discussing the talent level needed to dominate the conference.
Reported by: BasketNews