Shaquille O'Neal Has High Expectations for New-Look 76ers
Shaquille O'Neal has "championship or bust" expectations for the new-look Philadelphia 76ers this coming NBA season.
The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the 2026-27 NBA season with a revamped roster, having acquired star players Jaylen Brown and LeBron James this offseason. Head coach Shaquille O Neal has high expectations for the team, stating that they will either win the championship or fail altogether. O Neal praised James and Embiid, acknowledging that Jokic has surpassed Embiid but emphasized that Embiid is still a force to be reckoned with.
He also expressed confidence in Brown's abilities, noting that he has established himself as a significant contributor to the team. O Neal believes that the 76ers, with their star-studded lineup, are well-equipped to claim the NBA title this season, dismissing any notion of a next season. The team's new campaign kicks off against the reigning NBA champions, the New York Knicks, on October 20.
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