Philadelphia 76ers rookie Labaron Philon Jr. sports a distinctive “killer” tattoo of Michael Myers from the Halloween franchise on his left forearm. The 20‑year‑old, who grew up watching horror movies in Mobile, Alabama, got the ink after a marathon of the newer Halloween films, saying it fuels his "killer mindset" on the court. Philon, who helped the Sixers beat the New York Knicks 120‑97 in a preseason game on Oct. 5, 2026, explains the tattoo reminds him to stay patient and relentless like the iconic slasher. The piece ties his love of horror to his basketball drive.
The 76ers upset defending champion New York Knicks 98-93 on Oct. 31, 2026, showcasing a defensive masterclass. Dean Wade logged 27 minutes without a shot, yet stifled O.G. Anunoby to nine points. Tyrese Maxey pressured Jalen Brunson, while Joel Embiid and Kentavious Caldwell‑Pope forced contested shots and a crucial steal in the final minutes of the first half. The Sixers committed only 15 fouls (six by starters) and held opponents to a league‑third best 105.0 points per game and 42.4% shooting. Coach Nick Nurse and LeBron James praised the “boa‑constrictor” identity, warning the rest of the NBA that this new defensive core is already elite.
LeBron James proves age is just a number as he steers the Philadelphia 76ers to a 98-93 win over the New York Knicks in an NBA Cup group game. James logs 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists in 34 minutes, delivering clutch passes, a late layup and a decisive block. He also anchors the defense, helping limit the Knicks to 41% shooting. Tyrese Maxey adds 27 points, Anfernee Simons 21 (five threes), and VJ Edgecombe 13, while Joel Embiid contributes 10 points and seven each of assists and rebounds. Coach Nick Nurse hails the performance as James’s best of the season, emphasizing his leadership and all‑court impact.
Philadelphia 76ers star LeBron James showed his team what he brings to them when the stakes are higher.
LeBron James, 41, delivered his best 76ers performance on Oct. 30, scoring 20 points with nine rebounds and eight assists to lead Philadelphia to a 98-95 win over the defending champion New York Knicks. Coach Nick Nurse praised James' downhill aggression, quicker three‑point shooting, and clutch plays, including a late fadeaway and a put‑back on a Tyrese Maxey miss. With Jaylen Brown sidelined, James stepped up, also contributing a steal, block, and a key assist to Kentavious Caldwell‑Pope. The Sixers improve to 5-1, having already beaten the Knicks twice, and James says he’s loving the competitive spirit in Philly.
Former NBA guard Brandon Jennings revealed that he believes negative comments from his former coach in Italy prevented the New York Knicks from selecting him in the 2009 NBA Draft.
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The Spurs’ 2026‑27 title hopes hinge on fixing their clutch‑offense flaw that cost them the 2026 Finals to the Knicks. Victor Wembanyama’s lack of a go‑to scoring move—evidenced by a 33.8% field‑goal rate in Games 1, 4 and 5—allowed Karl‑Anthony Town s to push him out of the paint, while costly miscues (a turnover to Stephon Castle, a blown 29‑point lead and Jalen Brunson’s 45‑point outburst) sealed the loss. With rivals like Oklahoma City, Minnesota and Denver weakened, the Spurs must develop a reliable post weapon—perhaps a sky hook or a Dirk‑style fadeaway—to capitalize on their talent and finally erase last season’s heartbreak.
Coach Nick Nurse says LeBron James delivered his best 76ers performance in the NBA Cup opener against the New York Knicks, scoring 20 points with eight assists and nine rebounds. The veteran star, now 41 and in his 24th season, became the fifth‑oldest player to drop a 20‑point game, joining Kareem Abdul‑Jabbar, and edged close to a triple‑double. Nurse highlighted James’ aggressive drives, quicker decision‑making and clutch three‑point shooting that helped Philadelphia secure its first Emirates NBA Cup group‑play win. The game adds to James’ 18 career outings of at least 20 points, eight rebounds and eight assists since turning 40.
All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns praised a shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers squad after their 98-93 NBA Cup win over the Knicks on Oct. 31, 2026. Tyrese Maxey topped the Sixers with 27 points, while Anfernee Simons added 21 off the bench. Jalen Brunson led New York with 24, six assists and five rebounds, and Towns contributed 22 and 12 rebounds for the Knicks. The 76ers closed the game with a 9‑1 run in the final 90 seconds, sealing the victory as LeBron James finished with 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists.
After a 98-93 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Knicks point guard Jalen Brunis ribbed teammate Josh Hart for saying the team feels early‑season fatigue, quipping, “Josh is old as s‑‑t.” Hart had warned that a grueling schedule and a lingering finger injury were wearing players down, emphasizing the need to stay physically ready after six games. The defeat drops defending champs New York to 2-4, following a 0-3 start despite banner‑raising celebrations and recent wins over Detroit and Chicago.
Anfernee Simons finally delivered a breakout performance for the Philadelphia 76ers, scoring 21 points (five 3‑pointers) off the bench in a 4‑0 start after the All‑Star Jaylen Brown sat out the NBA Cup game against the defending champion New York Knicks. Simons called the night “long overdue,” praising teammates’ encouragement and the team’s resilience in a close finish that saw Philly hold a 14‑point lead despite a late Knicks rally. The win sets up a back‑to‑back showdown with the Charlotte Hornets.
The Philadelphia 76ers survived the defending champions New York Knicks to a 98-93 win in an NBA Cup group game on Friday night.
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In their first NBA Cup match of the season, the new-look 76ers outlasted the Knicks in a highly competitive battle of contenders.
New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson apparently isn't surprised to hear his teammate Josh Hart is talking about tiredness six games into the defense of their 2026 NBA title.
LeBron James delivers his best performance as a 76er, fueling Philadelphia’s 98-93 victory over the New York Knicks on Oct. 30, 2026 – the opening night of the NBA Cup. The Sixers, now 5-1, hold a third‑best defense and led at halftime 53-44 thanks to Tyrese Maxey’s 27 points and a balanced attack that saw Maxey, Joel Embiid, VJ Edgecombe and LeBron each score in the first quarter. Anfernee Simons added 21 points, including five threes. Late‑game heroics from LeBron – a clutch jumper, a putback and near‑triple‑double (20‑9‑8) – secured the win and the Bell Ringer slot.
LeBron James praised Tyrese Maxey’s 27‑point effort in the Sixers’ 98‑93 NBA Cup win over the Knicks and vowed to mentor the young guard toward a ‘legendary’ career. James contributed 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, while Anfernee Simons added 21 off the bench. The victory gives Philadelphia a 5‑1 start, its second win versus New York this season, and highlights James’ early impact after contemplating a move to Philly.
LeBron James proves age is just a number as he fuels the Philadelphia 76ers to a 97‑95 NBA Cup win over the New York Knicks on Oct. 31, 2026. The 42‑year‑old scored 20 points with nine rebounds and eight assists, sealing the game with a late offensive rebound and bucket that pushed the lead to 94‑91. Five Sixers posted double‑digit scores, led by Tyrese Maxey’s 27 points, while Anfernee Simons added 21 and Joel Embiid contributed a near‑triple‑double. The victory gives Philadelphia a 2‑0 series edge and improves the team to 5‑1, second in the Eastern Conference, ahead of a road game against Charlotte.
The Philadelphia 76ers hold off a resilient New York Knicks 98-93 in their Emirates NBA Cup opener on Oct. 30, 2026. Tyrese Maxey leads Philly with 27 points on 10‑of‑19 shooting, while LeBron James adds 20, 9 rebounds and 8 assists. The Knicks battle back late, highlighted by Jalen Brunson’s 24‑point clutch burst, but a stingy 32% perimeter defense and top‑five league defense keep them at bay. The Sixers improve to 5‑1, tying Detroit for the East lead, while the Knicks fall to 2‑4 after a strong first‑half effort. Key stats: Embiid 10‑7‑7, Towns 22‑12‑, Bridges 12 points.
The Sixers edge the Knicks 98-93 in the NBA Cup opener, pushing Philadelphia to a 5-1 start while New York falls to 2-4. Tyrese Maxey leads with 27 points (18 in the first half), LeBron James adds 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists, and Anfernee Simons contributes 21 off the bench. Key moments include a pick‑and‑roll finish by James, VJ Edgecombe’s clutch three, and a strong defensive first quarter that limited the Knicks to 41% shooting. Notable observations cover double‑teams on Joel Embiid, early charge by Brunson, and a high pick‑and‑roll play that’s becoming the Sixers’ go‑to bucket.
Tyrese Maxey and LeBron James lifted the Philadelphia 76ers to a 98-93 win over the New York Knicks on Friday night, combining for 57 points to lead Philadelphia to a victory in its first NBA Cup game of the season.
The Sixers defended a late Knicks rally to win 98‑93 in their NBA Cup debut, improving to 5‑1 overall and 1‑0 in group play. Tyrese Maxey led Philadelphia with 25 points on 10‑of‑19 shooting, while LeBron James posted his best Sixers night with 20 points and nine rebounds, sealing the game with a put‑back. VJ Edgecombe contributed 13 points and a crucial three, and Anfernee Simons added 21 off the bench. Knicks star Jalen Brunson scored 24, but New York fell short despite a solid start. Injuries sidelined Jaylen Brown and others, leaving the Sixers’ defense and bench scoring as the difference.
Knicks head coach Mike Brown salutes retiring Inside the NBA host Ernie Johnson ahead of the Knicks' Friday matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers. Brown, speaking to SNY Knicks, praised Johnson's humor, humanity, and impact on fans and coaches alike, wishing him a great final year. Johnson, who began with the show in 1990 and built a legendary panel with Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal, will step down after the 2026‑27 season.
Game Details When: Friday, October 30, 7:30 p.m. ETWhere: Xfinity Mobile Arena, Philadelphia, PAWatch: Prime VideoRadio: 97.5 The FanaticFollow: @LibertyBallers
After two comeback wins that lifted the New York Knicks to a 2‑3 start, Coach Mike Brown eyes a critical stretch (Oct. 30‑Nov. 22) to re‑establish the championship standard. The schedule pits the Knicks against contenders—Philadelphia, Cleveland, Indiana, Toronto and Minnesota—plus more manageable foes like the Bulls, Nets, Bucks and Blazers, giving Brunson, Hart, Anunoby and Towns a chance to solidify chemistry. Brown plans to assess progress in five‑game segments and experiment with bench players such as Diawara, Kolek and Clarkson. With Brunson’s recent 38‑point, 22‑second‑half surge, the upcoming games could be the proving ground to snap the early‑season slump.
The 76ers open the NBA Cup against the Knicks without 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown, who sits out due to left patellar tendinopathy after reporting soreness post‑Indiana win. Coach Nick Nurse says that's all he knows, while Brown remains a key offensive option for Philadelphia, averaging 20.6 points on 44.2% shooting in a 4‑1 start. The matchup tips off Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET on Prime Video, with Brown expected to watch from the bench and hope for a quick recovery before Saturday’s game versus Charlotte.