San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson and Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla have been named the NBA Western and Eastern Conference Coaches of the Month, respectively, for games played in December. pic.twitter.com/QHuJfHOy98

Stewart shares the honor of Defensive Player of the Month with Chet Holmgren from the Oklahoma City Thunder. While earning the honor in the Western Conference, Holmgren averaged 7.9 rebounds and 2.0 blocks while helping the Thunder go 11-3 in the month.

The 76ers proved they can hang in the Eastern Conference with their 130-119 win against the Knicks on Saturday night.

We identify the player most likely to be traded this season from each of the 15 teams in the Eastern Conference.

The first wave of fan votes for the 2026 NBA All-Star Game just dropped, and the Eastern Conference race is already packed with big names and rising stars. From established MVPs to young players making their mark,

The New York Knicks entered the season in championship-or-bust mode after reaching their first Eastern Conference Finals since 2000. But even with those lofty expectations, the franchise opened its 80th season with a handful of glaring roster concerns.

Check out this detailed 76ers vs Knicks Prediction and best bets for wagering on an exciting Saturday night Eastern Conference matchup.

NYCFC will be looking for its second MLS Cup appearance in five seasons when it takes on Lionel Messi and Inter Miami FC in the Eastern Conference Final tonight.