LeBron James Set to Open 24th NBA Season Against Knicks in New York
LeBron James is slated to open his 24th NBA season in New York when his team faces the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.

Peoria Bloomington, IL, October 20, 2026 —
LeBron James is set to begin his 24th NBA season in New York, where his team is scheduled to face the Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
The matchup will mark the opening of James’ season, according to the information provided. It does not specify the game’s date or identify James’ team, so those details remain unclear.
The summary also provides no additional information about the circumstances surrounding the matchup, the teams’ preparations or any events planned around the game. No further schedule details were included.
For now, the confirmed details are limited to the season opener’s location and opponent: James’ team will play the Knicks at Madison Square Garden as he begins his 24th NBA season.
Story summarized from the original created by DAN GELSTON, Associated Press on www.centralillinoisproud.com, see more information here.
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