LeBron's Sixers hope to spoil Knicks party on NBA opening night
LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers will try to spoil the New York Knicks' celebration of last season's crown when the NBA tips off its 81st season on October 20.Philadelphia also landed 2024 NBA Finals MVP Jaylen Brown from Boston in the off-season and with holdovers Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey have given the 76ers new hope of ending their title drought.
LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers are set to face the reigning champion New York Knicks on opening night of the 2026-27 NBA season, according to the league. The NBA unveiled several key games ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, which kicks off on October 20. James, the NBA all-time scoring leader and four-time champion, will lead his new team in his record 24th NBA season.
The schedule starts with a matchup between the Pistons, who won last season's Eastern Conference, and Boston, the runners-up. James then heads to Madison Square Garden to take on the Knicks, who have not won a title since 1983. The 76ers have bolstered their roster with the addition of Jaylen Brown from Boston and key players Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.
The Knicks will present their championship rings and hoist their first banner since 1973 before the game. Victor Wembanyama's Spurs will host Oklahoma City in the other opening night games, with the Warriors secured the Western Conference title.
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