French basketball prodigy in the NBA spotlight
The Knicks will host the 76ers on Oct. 20 to raise their 2023-24 championship banner, then begin the NBA Cup schedule with a group-stage game against Philadelphia in New York. The league has released a partial schedule, with key Christmas and opening-night matchups revealed and full details due Thursday.
EuroLeague shareholder clubs have rejected the NBA’s proposal for a single European league in a meeting in Cernobbio, with plans to convert licenses into franchises and to increase the number of franchises. The discussions come as the NBA eyes a 2027 European launch and large entry fees are reported.
The New York Knicks host the Philadelphia 76ers in the season opener, with LeBron James making his Philly debut and Tyrese Maxey leading the Sixers to a 106-100 win. Jalen Brunson leads Knicks with 21 points as Philadelphia shakes off a title buzz and opens the season with a victory.