The defending NBA champion New York Knicks battle LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers as they help tip off the 2026-27 NBA season with Opening Night on Tuesday. Philadelphia finished last season at 45-37, while New York was 53-29. The 76ers, who were swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference semifinals, were 22-19 on the road last season. The Knicks, who won their first NBA championship since 1972-73, were 30-10 on their home floor in 2025-26. Philadelphia revamped its roster over the offseason. Besides signing James, among their key moves was aquiring Jaylen Brown from the Celtics for Paul George and several draft picks.
Tipoff from Madison Square Garden in New York is set for 7 p.m. ET. New York is a 4.5-point favorite in the latest 76ers vs. Knicks odds, while the over/under is 231.5.
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