LeBron James leads defensive shift for 76ers against Knicks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 4:17 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100 on October 20, 2026, on the Knicks' ring night. Coach Nick Nurse credited a defensive change, placing LeBron James on Karl-Anthony Towns in the second half, which helped Philadelphia outscore New York 52-42 after halftime. James contributed 14 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists. Tyrese Maxey led with 28 points. The win marked James' first victory in a debut with a new franchise, breaking a four-game losing streak in such games.
- •76ers outscored Knicks 52-42 in the second half.
- •James scored 14 points, aiding the defensive switch.
- •Tyrese Maxey topped scoring with 28 points.
- •Game took place at Madison Square Garden.
- •Next, 76ers will host the Cavaliers on October 21.
- 4:17 AMYahoo Sports — Which LeBron James adjustment helped 76ers stop Karl-Anthony Towns-Jalen Brunson pick-and-roll
"The Philadelphia 76ers spoiled the New York Knicks’ ring night on Tuesday , and Nick Nurse pointed to one defensive switch involving LeBron James as a big reason why. After the 76ers’ 106-100 win at Madison Square Garden, Nurse was asked about his decision to put James on Karl-Anthony Towns in the second half. The 76ers head coach explained that […] The post Which LeBron James adjustment helped 76ers stop Karl-Anthony Towns-Jalen Brunson pick-and-roll appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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