76ers win with LeBron, Jaylen Brown beating Knicks in NBA opener

Inquirer.net - Oct 21, 2026

NEW YORK — The Philadelphia 76ers sent an opening-night message they’ll be a contender for the New York Knicks’ NBA title after adding LeBron James and Jaylen Brown, rallying for a 106-100 victory Tuesday. Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points and Brown had 19 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first game since being

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