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American basketball player LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers crashed the New York Knicks’ season-opening ring ceremony on Tuesday, defeating the defending NBA champions 106-100 at Madison Square Garden.
Entering his 24th NBA season, the 41-year-old superstar tallied 14 points and seven assists while facilitator Tyrese Maxey led all scorers with 28 points.
Former Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown added 19 points in his Philadelphia debut, while Joel Embiid chipped in 13 points and 11 rebounds.
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Reflecting on the road victory after the Knicks raised their third championship banner to the rafters, James acknowledged his team’s defensive focus.
“I could be a lot better,” James stated regarding his rhythm, adding, “But I like the way we played. I think we played exceptionally well, especially defensively.”
Jalen Brunson led New York with 21 points and Karl-Anthony Towns added 19 points and 12 rebounds, but the 76ers pulled ahead in the third quarter and repelled every late rally.
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In Detroit, the Pistons launched a massive second-half comeback to defeat the Boston Celtics 121-113 in the opening game of the NBA’s 81st season.
Trailing by 22 points in the third quarter, Detroit executed a 23-0 run in the final period led by Cade Cunningham and Jalen Duren, who scored 22 points apiece.
The rally spoilt Paul George’s Celtics debut despite his 38-point performance, setting a franchise record for points scored in a Boston debut.
