Knicks take 2-0 lead into game 3 against Cavaliers
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The New York Knicks are now two victories away from their first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years.
A starting lineup that struggled in Game 1 two nights earlier was terrific in Game 2. All five Knicks starters scored at least 18 points, and they were led, amazingly, but Josh Hart. His 26 points were the most of his playoff career (55 games).
The New York Knicks continued to target James Harden on defense during the team's 109-93 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday night.
The Cavaliers look to rebound from a fourth-quarter collapse in Game 1 and get even with the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Follow along.
NEW YORK — The Cavaliers and Knicks meet again tonight at Madison Square Garden for a pivotal Game 2, with Cleveland looking to even the series and New York aiming to build an early advantage on its home floor.
The Cleveland Cavaliers now face a 2-0 series deficit in the Eastern Conference Finals after falling to the New York Knicks by the final score of 109-93 in Game 2 on Thursday.
The New York Knicks welcome the Cleveland Cavaliers to Madison Square Garden for Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference finals on May 21, 2026 — here’s how to watch.