2019 NBA Title: Ranking the Top 6 Contenders

#4 Philadelphia 76ers

Philadelphia 76ers v New York Knicks

Continuing with this theme of Eastern teams, the 76ers are very deserving of their spot on this list. Whilst some questions have been raised about their bench, the fact is that their excellent starting five should be enough to beat most opponents.

Joel Embiid is far and away their best player, putting up strong averages of 27.5 points, 14 rebounds, and 2 blocks per contest. Young Aussie superstar Ben Simmons has also impressed, averaging 17 points, 9 rebounds, and 8 assists on the year.

Ben Simmons -Philadelphia 76ers v Chicago Bulls

Add in veterans like Jimmy Butler, Tobias Harris, and JJ Redick and you’ve got a strong core capable of winning a title. That said, the Sixers are clearly behind the top 3 teams on this list. Unless Embiid can pull off something special, they look primed for a conference semi-final exit.