- Matchup: New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Monday, May 25, 2026
- Venue: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: New York (-2.5)
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The Cleveland Cavaliers (52-30) will face off against the New York Knicks (53-29) at Rocket Arena for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The Knicks currently lead the series 3-0, with Cleveland entering this matchup as 2.5-point underdogs according to Vegas lines. The total points over/under is set at 217.5.
In Game 3, the Knicks secured a decisive victory, winning 121-108 and extending their lead in the series. New York showcased impressive shooting, finishing with a field goal percentage of 55.8% (43 out of 77) along with 11 three-pointers made from 28 attempts. They excelled at the free-throw line as well, converting 24 of 27 for an impressive 88.9%. The Knicks also dominated the boards, collecting 37 rebounds (8 offensive) and assisting on 27 baskets, while forcing 18 turnovers and recording 11 steals. On the defensive end, New York allowed Cleveland to shoot 50.0% (42 out of 84) from the floor. Cleveland tallied 22 assists and 7 steals, finishing the game with 34 rebounds (9 offensive, 25 defensive) and executing 4 blocks. The Cavaliers struggled at the charity stripe, hitting 12 of 19 attempts (63.2%) and netting 12 out of 41 from three-point range. Both teams committed numerous fouls, with the Knicks finishing with 19 and the Cavaliers with 22.
Jalen Brunson played a pivotal role in the win, scoring 30 points on 10 of 19 shooting, logging 41 minutes on the court and grabbing 3 rebounds. Brunson had an efficiency rate of 52.6% from the floor along with 6 assists.
The Knicks are prepared for this matchup with a record of 53-29 this season. They average 116.5 points per game (10th in the NBA) while shooting 47.8% from the field. From three-point territory, they hit 37.3% (1,168 of 3,133) and convert 79.2% of free-throw attempts. As a unit, New York averages 45.6 rebounds and has dished out 2,250 assists this season, ranking 13th in the league for assists. Ball control has been solid, with an average of 13.6 turnovers and committing 20.0 fouls every game.
On the defensive front, the Knicks force 14.4 turnovers each night, while committing 19.5 fouls. They rank 6th in the league for assists allowed, conceding 2,050 assists throughout the season. New York’s opponents shoot at 46.0% from the field (3,223 of 7,014), and they average 40.5 rebounds allowed per game. Additionally, their opponents make 36.2% of their shots from beyond the arc, ranking 5th in the NBA in points allowed per game (110.1).
Cleveland has yet to find an answer to stop New York in this series following their Game 3 setback. The Cavaliers struggled on the boards, allowing the Knicks to grab 37 rebounds (8 offensive). They managed to shoot 39.3% from three-point range, making 11 of 28 attempts while finishing 24 of 27 from the free-throw line (88.9%). Cleveland permitted New York to shoot 43 out of 77 attempts (55.8% efficiency). Overall, the Cavaliers shot 42 of 84 from the field, equating to a 50.0% shooting percentage. Cleveland made only 12 of 41 attempts from beyond the arc (29.3%). They committed 19 fouls, which resulted in the Knicks taking 19 free-throw attempts. The Cavaliers turned over the basketball 18 times, but managed to secure 7 steals, with a total of 34 rebounds (25 defensive and 9 offensive).
Evan Mobley made a significant contribution for the Cavaliers, scoring 24 points on 10 of 18 shooting (55.6% field goal percentage) while securing 6 rebounds in 36 minutes of action, along with adding 2 assists.
Cleveland has noted a season record of 52-30. The Cavaliers average 19.6 personal fouls per game, converting 77.6% of free-throw attempts. They are assisting teammates 28.3 times per game (8th in the league) while averaging 14.0 turnovers. Cleveland has accumulated a total of 9,801 points this season (119.5 per game) while securing 44.4 rebounds per game. As an offensive team, they are shooting 48.2% from the field, ranking 8th in the NBA.
Defensively, the Cavaliers sit 15th in the league for points allowed per game (115.4). They force opponents into an average of 15.0 turnovers each game while allowing teams to shoot 46.4% from the field (8th in basketball). Cleveland allows 37.2% from three-point range (1,163 of 3,127) and their opponents convert 79.4% of free-throw attempts. The team gives up an average of 26.9 assists and 43.2 rebounds per game, ranking 16th and 12th in the NBA, respectively.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NBA contest against the spread?
Selection: Bet on New York (-2.5)
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