New-look 76ers were pretty happy to ‘be a little spoiler’ during Knicks’ banner night

The new-look 76ers were the ones celebrating by the end of the evening.

By Zach Braziller · NY Post

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 4:12 AM

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The 76ers spoiled the Knicks' championship banner ceremony with a 106-100 opening-night victory.
Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 28 points, while Jaylen Brown added 19 points in his team debut.
LeBron James recorded 14 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists in the 76ers' win.

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The Philadelphia 76ers spoiled the New York Knicks' championship banner night with a 106-100 victory at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night. Despite New York celebrating its first title since 1973, Philadelphia pulled away behind a 29-18 third-quarter surge to secure the win.

Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 28 points, while offseason additions Jaylen Brown and LeBron James contributed 19 and 14 points, respectively. The 76ers defense clamped down late, holding Knicks guard Jalen Brunson to 1-for-5 shooting in crunch time.

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New-look 76ers were pretty happy to ‘be a little spoiler’ during Knicks’ banner night

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