76ers overturn 29-point deficit to beat Cavaliers in home opener

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 23 Oct, 03:32 · Archive

The Philadelphia 76ers mounted the biggest comeback of LeBron James's career, erasing a 29-point deficit to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106 in their home opener on Thursday night.

Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 32 points and proved relentless on defence, sparking a crucial 15-0 fourth-quarter run that turned the game. Joel Embiid contributed 24 points, while James had 17 points and 10 rebounds in his debut at home for Philadelphia. Jaylen Brown, another newcomer to the team, added 21 points. Donovan Mitchell scored 32 for the Cavaliers in their season opener.

The comeback extended the Sixers' unbeaten start to the season, following earlier wins over the NBA champion Knicks and the Eastern Conference finalist Cavaliers. James signed a two-year deal with Philadelphia for the veteran minimum after considering a potential third stint with Cleveland, where he won one of his four NBA titles. The victory capped a memorable night in Philadelphia, with tickets on secondary markets listed at around $4,000 in the lower bowl.

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• James, Embiid, Maxey spark 76ers' rally from 29 points down in home opener to stun Cavs 114-106Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points and Joel Embiid had 24 to help LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers wipe out a 29-point deficit in their home opener and stun the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106.Clickorlando · 23 Oct, 03:07
• James, Embiid, Maxey spark 76ers' rally from 29 points down in home opener to stun Cavs 114-106Tyrese Maxey scored 32 points and Joel Embiid had 24 to help LeBron James and the Philadelphia 76ers wipe out a 29-point deficit in their home opener and stun the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106.News4Jax · 23 Oct, 03:07

In this story: Philadelphia 76ers · Cleveland Cavaliers · LeBron James · Tyrese Maxey · Joel Embiid · Jaylen Brown · Donovan Mitchell · Philadelphia

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