Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
New York KnicksKnicks
109
away
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
96
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 27 | 28 | 27 | 27 | 109 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 18 | 33 | 19 | 26 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Knicks took care of the Cavaliers 109-96. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Cavaliers sent shots into the fifth row all night; the Cavaliers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.