Where to watch LeBron James' Sixers debut: Channel, time, TV schedule, live stream for 76ers-Knicks originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
For just the fourth — and perhaps last — time ever, an NBA season begins with LeBron James wearing a different uniform than he did the year prior.
James' 76ers era officially begins on Tuesday, making his Philadelphia debut alongside Jaylen Brown against the defending NBA champion Knicks on the road.
For the 42-year-old James, it marks the dawn of season No. 24 in the NBA, returning to a loaded Eastern Conference led by New York. While he's likely to take more of a backseat scoring the ball this season, James' playmaking skills should shine with the 76ers — and his first game in red, white and blue has arrived.
Here's what you need to know about Tuesday's matchup between the 76ers and Knicks, including broadcast information and start time.
Where to watch LeBron James' Sixers debut
76ers vs. Knicks will be broadcast by NBC with Mike Tirico, Reggie Miller and Jamal Crawford on the call and will stream live on DIRECTV, which offers a free trial to new users.
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Additional streaming options include Fubo, which also offers a free trial, and Peacock.
What time is 76ers vs. Knicks today?
- Date: Tuesday, Oct. 20
- Time: 7 p.m. ET
76ers vs. Knicks is set to tip off Tuesday at 7 p.m. ET from Madison Square Garden in New York.
76ers vs. Knicks radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM app and channels 81, 86
Fans looking to listen to the Knicks vs. 76ers matchup on the radio can tune into SiriusXM. The game will be available on Channel 81 (76ers broadcast) and Channel 86 (Knicks broadcast).
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76ers schedule 2026-27
Here are Philadelphia's upcoming games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, Oct. 22 | vs. Cavaliers | 7 p.m. |
| Saturday, Oct. 24 | vs. Bucks | 7:30 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 25 | vs. Pistons | 7:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Oct. 28 | at Pacers | 7 p.m. |
| Friday, Oct. 30 | vs. Knicks | 7:30 p.m. |
Knicks schedule 2026-27
Here are New York's upcoming games:
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, Oct. 23 | at Celtics | 7 p.m. |
| Sunday, Oct. 25 | vs. Magic | 7 p.m. |
| Tuesday, Oct. 27 | vs. Pistons | 8 p.m. |
| Wednesday, Oct. 28 | at Bulls | 8 p.m. |
| Friday, Oct. 30 | at 76ers | 7:30 p.m. |