Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The NBA returned Tuesday night and so did some of its stars.
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers opened the season against Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors, while Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics beat Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers as they attempt to duplicate the success of last season.
James Harden, #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers, drives to the basket during the game against the Boston Celtics on Oct. 18, 2022 at the TD Garden in Boston. (Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images) Embiid’s running mate, James Harden, also made his 2022-2023 NBA season debut, putting up solid numbers in a 126-117 loss in Boston. DRAYMOND GREEN SHAKES OFF BACKLASH FOR PUNCHING TEAMMATE JORDAN POOLE: ‘LOOK AT ALL THE UPSIDES’ Harden, looking in shape to start the year, shot 9-14 from the field for a team-high 35 points, adding eight rebounds and seven assists in a quality start to the season.
James Harden, #1 of the Philadelphia 76ers, shoots the ball during the game against the Boston Celtics on Oct. 18, 2022 at the TD Garden in Boston. (Jesse D.