NBA 2016-17 Season Preview: Eastern Conference

Bryan Altman
Believe it or not the NBA season is nearly upon us. After an offseason chock full of free-agent drama, it’s time for teams to actually take to the court. With that in mind, we preview the league, giving an overview of what each team can expect this season. They break down into four categories: the elite, playoff contenders, on the rise and rebuilding. Let’s dive into the East, where some upstart young squads are looking to challenge the defending world champion Clev