Agence France-Presse
LeBron James begins record 24th NBA season at 41, chasing fifth title with 76ers
Knicks unveil first championship banner since 1973 as NBA season begins By AFP October 20, 2026 Philadelphia 76ers forward LeBron James (right) looses control of the ball while driving against Boston Celtics forward Tucker DeVries (26) during the second quarter at Xfinity Mobile Arena on Oct 16, 2026. — ReutersLeBron James, yearning to capture a fifth career NBA title, tips off his record 24th campaign on Tuesday at age 41 with his new Philadelphia 76ers teammates chasing a long-sought crown.
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