‘Philly Is The Best Team Right Now’: NBA Legend Makes Bold Sixers Claim On ESPN Tip-Off

NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal declared on ESPN Tip-Off that the Philadelphia 76ers are currently the best team in the league. The Sixers backed up his claim by defeating the Detroit Pistons 112-106, pushing their record to an NBA-leading 8-1. Jaylen Brown led Philadelphia with 30 points, while Joel Embiid added 26 points and 15 rebounds in the victory.

Tyrese Maxey scored 17 second-half points, and LeBron James registered 13 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, including his milestone 16,000th career field goal. Writer Andrew Zeiger highlights the team's improved depth with additions like Anfernee Simons, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, and Dean Wade as key factors behind Philadelphia's dominant start and strong defensive rating.