James, Maxey Lead 76ers Past Knicks 98-93 in an NBA Cup Game
LeBron James finished with 20 points and eight assists, while Tyrese Maxey scored 27 as Philadelphia improved to 5-1 and opened NBA Cup play with a win.
- On Friday, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 98-93 in NBA Cup Group Play, with Tyrese Maxey and LeBron James combining for 57 points to improve to 5-1 on the season.
- Despite starting guard Jaylen Brown missing the game with left knee tendinopathy, the Sixers delivered a cohesive performance that served as a strong response to playoff humiliation suffered at New York's hands earlier this year.
- Anfernee Simons provided a major spark off the bench, scoring 21 points including a critical 13-point burst during the third quarter that helped the Sixers withstand a spirited Knicks push.
- Defending NBA Cup champion New York fell to a 2-4 record following the loss, as Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 24 points but could not overcome Philadelphia's late-game execution.
- The Sixers hit the road to face the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday at 6 p.m. ET, while New York will return to action on Monday, hosting the Brooklyn Nets at 7:30 p.m. ET.
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NBA scores: James, Maxey lead 76ers past Knicks 98-93 in an NBA Cup game
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LeBron James’ late effort helps 76ers push past Knicks
LeBron James converted a key putback and finished with 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Philadelphia 76ers nipped the visiting New York Knicks 98-93 on Friday in NBA Cup action. Philadelphia played without Jaylen Brown (knee), giving Anfernee Simons (21 points on 7-of-11 shooting) a chance to shine in an increased role.
NBA: LeBron James' late effort helps 76ers push past Knicks
LeBron James converted a key putback and finished with 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Philadelphia 76ers nipped the visiting New York Knicks 98-93 on Friday in NBA Cup action.
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