Sixers complete largest comeback to beat Cavaliers, start season 2-0
The Philadelphia 76ers rallied from a 29-point halftime deficit to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 114-106 on 22 October, marking the franchise's largest comeback and its second straight win to start the 2026-27 season. Earlier that day, the 76ers opened the season with a 106-100 victory over the New York Knicks, as Tyrese Maxey scored 28 points and LeBron James added 11. The Knicks celebrated raising their first championship banner since 1973 at Madison Square Garden before the game.