LeBron James makes Sixers debut as they topple Knicks on opening night
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Last updated Oct 21, 2026
LeBron James debuted for the Philadelphia 76ers on October 20, 2026, as they defeated the New York Knicks 106-100. The Sixers rallied to secure the win on the night the Knicks celebrated their championship with a banner raising ceremony. Philadelphia trailed by 10 points in the second quarter before turning the game around with a strong second half, showcasing James as a facilitator alongside top scorer Tyrese Maxey, who led with 28 points. Knicks players Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 21 and 19 points, respectively., James expressed satisfaction in winning on the Knicks' ring ceremony night.
- •LeBron James scored 14 points and provided seven assists.
- •Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points, leading all scorers.
- •The Knicks celebrated their championship with a title banner raising.
- •The Sixers trailed by 10 in the second quarter before rallying.
- •Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 21 points.
- 3:27 AMESPN — Sixers rally in LeBron's debut, spoiling Knicks' championship celebration
- 2:45 AMYahoo Sports — What did LeBron James say immediately after win over Knicks in 76ers debut?
- 2:30 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron, Sixers spoil Knicks party as NBA season tips off
"LeBron James and his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates crashed the New York Knicks' season-opening celebrations on Tuesday, beating the defending NBA champions 106-100 on the night they raised their title banner at Madison Square Garden.James, a four-time NBA champion and the league's all-time leading scorer, admitted that winning on another team's ring ceremony night was especially satisfying.
"LeBron James left Madison Square Garden with a big smile as the Philadelphia 76ers won their opening night clash and spoiled the New York Knicks’ ring night. While the evening began with the Knicks receiving championship rings in front of the 76ers and LeBron, it ended with Philadelphia picking up a 106-100 win to start a highly anticipated season off with a win.
"LeBron James began his NBA-record 24th season as Philadelphia sent an opening-night message that it will be a contender for New York's NBA title.
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External links- ESPNOct 21, 2026, 3:27 AMSixers rally in LeBron's debut, spoiling Knicks' championship celebration
LeBron James began his NBA-record 24th season as Philadelphia sent an opening-night message that it will be a contender for New York's NBA title.
- Yahoo SportsOct 21, 2026, 2:45 AMWhat did LeBron James say immediately after win over Knicks in 76ers debut?
LeBron James left Madison Square Garden with a big smile as the Philadelphia 76ers won their opening night clash and spoiled the New York Knicks’ ring night. While the evening began with the Knicks receiving championship rings in front of the 76ers and LeBron, it ended with Philadelphia picking up a 106-100 win to start a highly anticipated season off with a win.
- Yahoo SportsOct 21, 2026, 2:30 AMLeBron, Sixers spoil Knicks party as NBA season tips off
LeBron James and his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates crashed the New York Knicks' season-opening celebrations on Tuesday, beating the defending NBA champions 106-100 on the night they raised their title banner at Madison Square Garden.James, a four-time NBA champion and the league's all-time leading scorer, admitted that winning on another team's ring ceremony night was especially satisfying.
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