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Philadelphia 76ers overcome 29-point deficit to defeat Cleveland Cavaliers
The Philadelphia 76ers secured a historic 114-106 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, overcoming a 29-point deficit to win their home opener. This comeback marks the largest in the franchise's play-by-play era and represents the biggest comeback of LeBron James's 24-year career.
Tyrese Maxey led the 76ers with 32 points, while Joel Embiid contributed 24 points and Jaylen Brown added 21. LeBron James recorded a double-double with 17 points and 10 rebounds. The Cavaliers, led by Donovan Mitchell's 32 points, held a commanding 69-40 lead at halftime before the 76ers ignited a decisive second-half rally.
In other NBA action, the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets 96-84. Jalen Williams scored 21 points for the Thunder, while Chet Holmgren added 12 points and 17 rebounds. The loss for Denver was marked by a quiet performance from Nikola Jokic, who finished with 13 points.
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Cleveland · Cleveland Cavaliers · Donovan Mitchell · Joel Embiid · LeBron James · NBA · Philadelphia 76ers · Tyrese Maxey
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- [● 2 SOURCES] The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100. www.stlamerican.com · thesource.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points in the 76ers' victory. www.stlamerican.com · thesource.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Miami Heat 131-106. www.stlamerican.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Detroit Pistons overcame a 22-point deficit to win. www.sportskeeda.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Paul George is the first player to record at least 35 points and five steals in a first game with a new team. www.sportskeeda.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Paul George scored 38 points in his debut for the Boston Celtics. www.sportskeeda.com
- [DISPUTED] The Detroit Pistons defeated the Boston Celtics 121-113. www.sportskeeda.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The 76ers-Knicks game averaged 7.71 million viewers on NBC and Peacock. thesource.com