James, Maxey build chemistry ahead of 76ers opener

Opener tips Tuesday vs. New York on NBC

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

SOUND ON to hear LeBron James and Tyrese Maxey developing chemistry during practice 🗣️ Year 1 as @sixers teammates begi Via @NBA on X

What happened: Philadelphia opens Year 1 with James and Maxey as teammates Tuesday against New York at 7 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. The pair held a practice session ahead of the Oct. 20 opener as Philadelphia closes the preseason.

Why it matters: How quickly James and Maxey mesh will shape Philadelphia's offense entering the 2026-27 season. The duo started on-court work together in July and now faces its first game test.

What to watch: Philadelphia faces New York on Tuesday night. The rotation and closing lineup will come into focus at tip-off.

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