Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points and filled the stat sheet as the Philadelphia 76ers opened the season with a 106-100 victory over the New York Knicks.
Maxey added four rebounds, five assists, three steals, and three blocks to lead Philadelphia on both ends of the floor. Jaylen Brown finished with 19 points, eight rebounds, and six assists, while LeBron James added 14 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists.
The 76ers received contributions throughout the lineup as they held off New York and moved to 1-0.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 21 points, five rebounds, and three assists. Karl-Anthony Towns posted a double-double with 19 points and 12 rebounds, while Josh Hart added 14 points and seven rebounds.
New York dropped to 0-1 despite staying within striking distance throughout the game.
Philadelphia will look to build on its opening-night win, while the Knicks will seek their first victory of the season in their next outing.
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