NBA CUP NIGHT ONE: LEBRON LIFTS SIXERS PAST KNICKS, CURRY ERASES 25-POINT DEFICIT

On the first night of NBA Cup play on Friday, October 30, LeBron James converted a key putback and finished with 20 points, nine rebounds and eight assists as the Philadelphia 76ers edged the visiting New York Knicks 98-93.

Tyrese Maxey led the Sixers with 27 points, Anfernee Simons scored 21 in an expanded role with Jaylen Brown out with a knee injury, and Philadelphia has now won five of its first six games.

Jalen Brunson's 3-pointer with 1:32 left gave New York a 90-89 lead, but the Knicks lost their fourth in six games, including two defeats against Philadelphia.

In San Francisco, Stephen Curry poured in 31 points, including eight 3-pointers, as Golden State overcame a 25-point deficit to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112-95.

The Cup's opening night delivered exactly what the in-season tournament was designed for: late drama and a comeback for the highlight reels.