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For very different reasons, the Knicks and 76ers dominated the headlines this NBA offseason. Now, as two of the Eastern Conference's top contenders in 2026-27, they'll face off on Opening Night in a game packed with storylines.
While New York will take one last moment to celebrate its 2025-26 championship by unveiling its title banner at Madison Square Garden, the most intriguing on-court part of Tuesday night's matchup will be the new-look 76ers. For the fourth time in his career, LeBron James switched teams this offseason. Now, his first official game wearing red, white and blue has finally arrived.
James and Jaylen Brown will suit up alongside Tyrese Maxey, Joel Embiid and V.J. Edgecombe for the first time on Tuesday, with Philadelphia constructing a starting lineup that's undoubtedly one of the NBA's most talented ever, yet still faces massive logistical questions. And as they face a Knicks squad that blossomed into a deep, well-oiled machine last season, the 76ers won't have the benefit of adjusting on the fly.
As Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby and Karl-Anthony Towns begin their quest to go back-to-back in Game No. 1, the 76ers' stars begin an unprecedented basketball experiment that Philadelphia is hopeful leads to a long-awaited title.
The Sporting News is tracking live updates, highlights and more from James' debut with the 76ers, facing the Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Opening Night for the 2026-27 season. Follow along with the action below.
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Knicks vs. 76ers live updates, highlights from LeBron James' Philly debut
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Where to watch Knicks vs. 76ers
Knicks vs. 76ers start time
- Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
The Knicks and 76ers will begin their 2026-27 seasons at 7 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Oct. 20.
The game will be at Madison Square Garden, with New York unveiling its 2025-26 championship banner.
What channel is Knicks vs. 76ers on today?
Knicks vs. 76ers will be broadcast by NBC and will stream live on DIRECTV, which offers a free trial to new users.
Additional streaming options include Fubo, which also offers a free trial, and Peacock.
76ers schedule 2026-27
Here are Philadelphia's upcoming games:
| Thursday, Oct. 22 | vs. Cavaliers | 7 p.m. |
| Saturday, Oct. 24 | vs. Bucks | 7:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 25 | vs. Pistons | 7:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Oct. 28 | at Pacers | 7 p.m. |
| Friday, Oct. 30 | vs. Knicks | 7:30 p.m. |
Knicks schedule 2026-27
Here are New York's upcoming games:
| Friday, Oct. 23 | at Celtics | 7 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 25 | vs. Magic | 7 p.m. |
| Tuesday, Oct. 27 | vs. Pistons | 8 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Oct. 28 | at Bulls | 8 p.m. |
| Friday, Oct. 30 | at 76ers | 7:30 p.m. |
