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Evaluating top of East: Pistons, Knicks, Celtics

January 5, 2026 06:23 PM

NBA Showtime breaks down the Pistons, Knicks and Celtics at the top of the Eastern Conference, analyzing if Detroit is the clear favorite and what those chasing need to make more noise at the top.

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