How to watch Cavs game vs. Sixers and LeBron James in NBA Cup play

Akron native LeBron James and the new-look Philadelphia 76ers head to Ohio to face the Cleveland Cavaliers in an Emirates NBA Cup game Friday, Nov. 6.With James, the Sixers are off to a hot start. They come into Cleveland with an 8-1 overall record and are undefeated on the road this season (4-0). The Cavs, meanwhile, are an even 4-4 on the season but have been a better team at home (3-1).NBA news: LeBron James fires back at at Knicks fan over Ohio rootsHere's how fans can tune in to watch James make his return to Northeast Ohio.How to watch Cavs vs. Sixers NBA Cup game FridayThe Cavs and Sixers are set to tip off at 7:30 p.m. ET Friday, Nov. 6.The game will be available to watch on streaming on Amazon Prime Video.What NBA Cup grouping are the Cavs in?The Cavs and Sixers are a part of East Group B for NBA Cup play. Other teams in the grouping include the Miami Heat, Indiana Pacers and reigning champion New York Knicks.What are the NBA Cup standings?Heading into Friday's matchup, the Sixers are 1-0 in NBA Cup play after defeating the Knicks on Oct. 30. Miami is also 1-0 in the NBA Cup standings after its own victory over the Pacers.Friday will be Cleveland's first NBA Cup game of the 2026-27 season.Why is the Cavs' court different?For NBA Cup games, home teams play on custom-designed, fully-painted courts.Among the design details for the NBA Cup courts (aside from many not being so easy on the eyes) is a Nike "End of Ordinary" inspiration, according to NBA.com. All 30 teams have a special court design for NBA Cup games, and they all feature elements of the NBA Cup trophy.This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: How to watch Cavs game vs. Sixers and LeBron James in NBA Cup play