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NBA 2026/27 season tips off with LeBron's record 24th year

Original: LeBron James starts a record 24th season in Philadelphia, Giannis Antetokounmpo is in Miami, and the Knicks are chasing the NBA’s first back-to-back championship since 2018. With the 2026/27 season tipping off on 20 October, here are the players to watch

The NBA's 2026/27 season tips off on 20 October with major storylines across the league. LeBron James opens a record 24th season, now in Philadelphia, while Giannis Antetokounmpo plays in Miami. The New York Knicks enter as champions chasing the league's first back-to-back title since the Golden State Warriors won in 2017 and 2018.

Why now: The new NBA season is tipping off, drawing attention to offseason moves and record-setting storylines.

LeBron JamesGiannis AntetokounmpoPhiladelphia 76ersMiami HeatNew York Knicks

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• LeBron James starts a record 24th season in Philadelphia, Giannis Antetokounmpo is in Miami, and the Knicks are chasing the NBA’s first back-to-back championship since 2018. With the 2026/27 season tipping off on 20 October, here are the players to watch · www.olympics.com

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