76ers win opening game with LeBron James, beat NBA champion Knicks 106-100
NEW YORK: In a thrilling season opener, LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100, as the Knicks celebrated their 53-year titleless streak. James, 41 and entering his 24th NBA season with his fourth team, contributed 14 points and seven assists to the Sixers' 28. Tyrese Maxey led all scorers with 28 points for the 76ers.
Jaylen Brown netted 19 points and eight rebounds for the Knicks, while Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 points and 12 rebounds. The Knicks ended their title drought with a win over the San Antonio Spurs in last season's NBA Finals. NBA Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 28 points in a nightcap game against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
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