Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 1
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
115
away
New York KnicksKnicks
101
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 26 | 39 | 21 | 29 | 115 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 21 | 28 | 26 | 26 | 101 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers pulled away from the Knicks 115-101. The breakneck pace played right into Cavaliers' hands. Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Knicks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.