Why is Knicks trending?

Updated 21/10/2026, 06:57:00 UTC

The coverage

SportsESPN·just now

76ers take down defending champion Knicks in season opener

SportsSky Sports·just now

LeBron's Sixers knock off champion Knicks in sensational victory

LeBron James got his Philadelphia 76ers career off to a sensational winning start as his side beat the reigning champion New York Knicks 106-100 at Madison Square Garden on NBA opening night.

SportsESPN·12m ago

Sixers rally in LeBron's debut, spoiling Knicks' championship celebration

LeBron James opened his 24th season with 14 points, nine rebounds and seven assists and even had a defensive impact as a center in his Sixers debut.

SportsBBC Sport·23m ago

LeBron James' 76ers beat Knicks on NBA opening night

LeBron James scores 14 points on debut for the Philadelphia 76ers as they defeat champions the New York Knicks on the opening night of the NBA season.

SportsESPN·5h ago

Knicks celebrate NBA title before facing 76ers, add surprise Cup banner

The Knicks celebrated their 2025-26 season Tuesday with banners -- two of them -- and rings before hosting the 76ers in their season opener.

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