2. Milwaukee Bucks vs. Philadelphia 76ers
The matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Philadelphia 76ers could be the next big rivalry in not only the Eastern Conference but the NBA. Both of these teams are set up with young superstar talent to dictate the Eastern Conference for years to come.
The 76ers and Bucks are the heaviest favorites to qualify for the postseason in the NBA, according to ESPN via Caesar’s Sportsbook. Philadelphia is -4000 while Milwaukee is -5000.
For the Bucks, you have reigning MVP, Giannis Antetokounmpo. There is a legitimate chance that he is the best player in the NBA within the next few seasons. If he ever fully develops his jump shot, watch out. At only 24 years old, 25 in December, the sky is the limit for the Greek Freak.
Philadelphia underwent a bit of a roster overhaul this offseason as well. They have two budding stars in Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons. The surrounding cast around them this season will look a little different. Tobias Harris was re-signed to a max deal, but Jimmy Butler was sent to the Miami Heat in a sign-and-trade. Josh Richardson came back to Philadelphia in the deal, and Al Horford was signed as well.
These two juggernauts will be a lot of fun to watch battle it out atop the Eastern Conference. This could easily be a preview of the Eastern Conference Finals in 2020 and for years beyond.