LeBron to make Sixers debut against defending champion Knicks on opening night

The NBA announced several key games on Tuesday ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, which begins with a three-game slate featuring James with his new club.

Opening night of the 2026-27 season will already have a blockbuster Eastern Conference matchup.

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Knicks-76ers will be the hottest ticket for a regular season game we've seen in a while.

LeBron James' Philadelphia 76ers will face the New York Knicks as part of an NBC triple-header to open the 2026 NBA season, the league said Tuesday.

The NBA has released its Opening Night and Christmas schedule for the 2026-27 season

Knicks tickets at MSG could see a post-championship price bump: Most expensive dates for 2026-27 NBA season  MARCA

LeBron James will make his Philadelphia 76ers debut against defending NBA champions the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on the opening night of the season.

NBA Opening Night Odds: Knicks Favored vs. 76ers; Spurs Have Small Edge vs. Thunder  Sports Illustrated

LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers earlier this summer after leaving the LA Lakers

The NBA schedule-makers and TV partners gave the Sixers a number of high-profile slots, beginning on opening week.

Champion Knicks to face Sixers, LeBron in NBA tripleheader  ESPN

LeBron James will play his first game with the 76ers against champion Knicks on NBA opening night  AP News