LeBron James makes debut as 76ers defeat Knicks at Madison Square Garden
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 2:46 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The Philadelphia 76ers opened their season with a 106-100 victory over the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night. The game marked the debut of LeBron James alongside Jaylen Brown, showcasing the new-look roster's potential despite some shooting struggles. Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 28 points, contributing to the team's impressive offensive display with 28 assists. The new trio of James, Brown, and Maxey demonstrated significant capability in transition, scoring 24 points on fast breaks. However, defensive size concerns were evident, especially with Joel Embiid's limited availability due to injury.
- •76ers start season 1-0, defeating Knicks 106-100.
- •Tyrese Maxey scores 28 points in season opener.
- •New star duo of LeBron James and Jaylen Brown debuts.
- •Philadelphia records 28 assists, showcasing strong offensive flow.
- •Defensive size issues arise with Joel Embiid's limited contributions.
- 2:46 AMYahoo Sports — What we learned about LeBron James, new-look 76ers in win over Knicks
"Philadelphia's bold offseason brought a list of questions. A lot of them were answered on Tuesday night, showcasing elite potential.
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