| MATCHUP | New York Knicks | Cleveland Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 53-29 | 52-30 |
| Spread | -2.5 -115 | +2.5 -105 |
| Moneyline | -142 | +120 |
| Total | Over 217.5 (-110) | Under 217.5 (-110) |
| Where | Cleveland Stadium | |
| When | Monday, May 25, 2026 | |
| Time | 08:00 PM EDT | |
| TV | ESPN | |
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks look to make the NBA Finals for the first time since the 1998-99 season. The Knicks have won 16 of their last 19 games.
The NY Knicks are averaging 119.2 points on 51.7 percent shooting and allowing 101.2 points on 43.9 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 27.8 points and 2.8 rebounds, while OG Anunoby is averaging 19.9 points and 1.7 assists. Karl-Anthony Towns is the third double-digit scorer, and Mikal Bridges is dishing out 2.3 assists. The NY Knicks are shooting 39.6 percent from beyond the arc and 75.6 percent from the free-throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 30.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.9 rebounds per game.
Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers need a win to save their season and force a game 5 on Wednesday. The Cavs have won 13 of their last 23 games.
The Cleveland Cavaliers are averaging 108.8 points on 45.9 percent shooting and allowing 109.9 points on 47 percent shooting. Donovan Mitchell is averaging 25.7 points and 3.2 assists, while James Harden is averaging 19.6 points and 5.7 assists. Evan Mobley is the third double-digit scorer, and Jarrett Allen is grabbing 7.4 rebounds. The Cleveland Cavaliers are shooting 33.1 percent from beyond the arc and 73.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Cleveland Cavaliers are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 41.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Cleveland Cavaliers will win
- The Cavaliers have won each of their last eight night games following a home loss.
- The Knicks have lost seven of their last eight games at Rocket Arena following a road win.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight road games against Central Division opponents that held a winning record.
- The Cavaliers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games as underdogs following a home loss.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The Knicks have won each of their last 10 playoff games.
- The Cavaliers have lost four of their last five playoff games.
- The Knicks have covered the spread in each of their last seven games as favorites following a road win.
- The Cavaliers have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight playoff games against Atlantic Division opponents.
Total Points: Facts
- Six of the Knicks’ last seven games as favorites following a road win have gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Cavaliers’ last seven night games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
- Three of the last four Eastern Conference Finals games have gone OVER the total points line.
Cleveland Cavaliers Player Facts
- Donovan Mitchell has recorded 162 career assists against the Knicks – most against any opponent (including playoffs).
- Jaylon Tyson ranks 4th amongst qualified players for 3P% (44.6%) this season.
New York Knicks Player Facts
- Landry Shamet has scored 198 career points against the Cavaliers – most against any opponent (including playoffs).
- Josh Hart is one of only three players to have recorded a triple-double off the bench this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Cavaliers rank 1st in the league for Q4 win percentage this season (62.2%).
- Cavaliers players have recorded the equal-fewest triple-doubles (0) this season.
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (7.3).
- The Knicks rank 29th in the league for blocks per game this season (3.9).
New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Injury Report
The Cavaliers don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
The Knicks don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Prediction
There’s really not much thought for this game or the rest of the series. We’ve been on the Knicks heavy over the last month and theyre 10-0 SU and 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games. The Knicks are just rolling right now and there’s no reason to step in front of them. The Cavs look like a defeated team that’s checked out and the tone of this series was set in game 1 when they blew a 22-point lead. The Cavs aren’t scoring consistently, struggle with turnovers and the defensive effort is a joke. The Knicks are riding a wave of momentum and have a chance to earn a great deal of rest for the Finals. I don’t see either team changing its stripes. Give me the Knicks and the small chalk.