Tyrese Maxey ties Julius Erving record in 76ers' win over Knicks
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Tyrese Maxey scored a game-high 28 points as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100 at Madison Square Garden on October 20. Maxey's performance marked his sixth consecutive season opener with at least 20 points, tying the franchise record held by Julius Erving and Hal Greer. The 76ers overcame a halftime deficit, outscoring the Knicks 29-18 in the third quarter. LeBron James and Jaylen Brown contributed with 14 and 19 points, respectively. The 76ers aim to maintain their winning streak in their home opener against the Cleveland Cavaliers on October 22.
- •Maxey led the 76ers with 28 points and a strong all-around game.
- •Philadelphia outscored New York in the third quarter to take control.
- •LeBron James and Jaylen Brown also had significant contributions.
- •Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 21 points but had shooting struggles.
- •The 76ers play the Cavaliers next in their home opener on October 22.
- 6:54 AMYahoo Sports — What impressed LeBron James most about 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey in win vs. Knicks
- 5:41 AMYahoo Sports — 76ers star Tyrese Maxey ties wild Julius Erving record in Opening Night Knicks takedown
"LeBron James and Jaylen Brown drew most of the attention in their Philadelphia 76ers debuts, but it was Tyrese Maxey who led the way on Opening Night and put his name alongside two franchise legends in the process. Maxey poured in a game-high 28 points as the 76ers beat the New York Knicks 106-100 at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night , […] The post 76ers star Tyrese Maxey ties wild Julius Erving record in Opening Night Knicks takedown appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"NEW YORK — After All-Star LeBron James made his Philadelphia 76ers debut in a 106-100 win against the New York Knicks, he shared what impressed him most about Tyrese Maxey, who tallied a game-high 28 points. Joel Embiid told Maxey he felt something different about the 76ers’ approach against the Knicks, a division rival. Philadelphia spoiled New […] The post What impressed LeBron James most about 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey in win vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 21, 2026, 6:54 AMWhat impressed LeBron James most about 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey in win vs. Knicks
NEW YORK — After All-Star LeBron James made his Philadelphia 76ers debut in a 106-100 win against the New York Knicks, he shared what impressed him most about Tyrese Maxey, who tallied a game-high 28 points. Joel Embiid told Maxey he felt something different about the 76ers’ approach against the Knicks, a division rival. Philadelphia spoiled New […] The post What impressed LeBron James most about 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey in win vs. Knicks appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsOct 21, 2026, 5:41 AM76ers star Tyrese Maxey ties wild Julius Erving record in Opening Night Knicks takedown
LeBron James and Jaylen Brown drew most of the attention in their Philadelphia 76ers debuts, but it was Tyrese Maxey who led the way on Opening Night and put his name alongside two franchise legends in the process. Maxey poured in a game-high 28 points as the 76ers beat the New York Knicks 106-100 at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night , […] The post 76ers star Tyrese Maxey ties wild Julius Erving record in Opening Night Knicks takedown appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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