LeBron James’ 76ers debut set for blockbuster Knicks showdown at MSG

LeBron James’ first game as a member of the Philadelphia 76ers will come at the world’s most famous arena.

James’ 76ers will take on the defending NBA champion New York Knicks on Oct. 20 at 7 p.m. ET at Madison Square Garden on the NBA’s opening night of the 2026-27 season. Knicks-76ers is the first of three games on the NBA’s opening night.

The NBA season will begin when the Boston Celtics take on the Detroit Pistons at 3 p.m. ET and conclude when the Oklahoma City Thunder take on the San Antonio Spurs at 9:30 p.m. ET.

The Knicks-76ers matchup...