The Philadelphia 76ers are 15-8, good for third in the Eastern Conference. Here are some observations from the first quarter of the season.
1. The Sixers have a third star (and MVP candidate)
The impact Jimmy Butler has made on the Philadelphia 76ers, as well as the city of Philadelphia, is undeniable. He’s been a member of the team for little over two weeks, and he’s already drained two game-winning signature step-back three point daggers, over Charlotte and Brooklyn, respectively.
He has catapulted the Sixers from potential top 3-4 seed in the East to instant Finals contenders.