LeBron James has heated exchange with Knicks fan as MSG crowd reminds him: 'We don't want you!'
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia 76ers defeated the New York Knicks 106-100 during the Knicks' NBA title banner-raising night at Madison Square Garden.
- LeBron James, now a Sixers player and New York resident, received a hostile reception from Knicks fans, including chants of "We don't want you!" during the game.
- James engaged in a heated exchange with courtside fans over his use of a helicopter to commute between Philadelphia and New York, with Spike Lee attempting to mediate.
- Despite the tension, James posted a strong performance with 14 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists, and later dismissed the idea that the Sixers spoiled the Knicks' celebration.
- James had previously considered joining the Knicks to end his career and help them win a title but ultimately chose the Sixers after the 2023 NBA Finals.
