The Sixers’ most anticipated opener in years will begin with a reminder of how last season ended.Five months after sweeping Philadelphia out of the playoffs, the Knicks will receive their rings and raise their first championship banner since 1973.LeBron James…
Historical trends heavily favor the New York Knicks as the Philadelphia 76ers prepare to visit Madison Square Garden for the Knicks' championship banner night. Defending NBA champions hold a 63-16 all-time record in their first home game the following season, winning 79.7% of those matchups by an average margin of 8.1 points.
The Sixers franchise is 0-5 all-time when playing as the visitor during a defending champion's home opener. However, history also shows that visiting teams capable of spoiling title celebrations typically enjoy elite seasons, with 13 of the 16 previous victors reaching the playoffs and three going on to win the NBA championship.
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