What happened: Philadelphia hosts New York at 7 p.m. ET to open the 2026-27 season. The game is James's first in a Philadelphia uniform and extends his league record to 24 seasons.

Why it matters: No player had previously reached a 24th season, establishing a new longevity benchmark. Opening against New York gives Philadelphia an immediate Eastern Conference test for its reshaped roster.

What to watch: Thunder-Spurs close the opening tripleheader at 9:30 p.m. ET.