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Cavaliers Secure 61st Win, Move Closer to Eastern Conference Top Seed

Cleveland's dominant second half against the Knicks highlights their record-breaking season as they near playoff home-court advantage.

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Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the New York Knicks guards Max Strus #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers during the third quarter at Rocket Arena on February 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Donovan Mitchell and the Cavs are heavy home favorites vs. the Knicks in Tuesday's Eastern Conference showdown.
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Overview

  • The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the New York Knicks 124-105 on April 2, 2025, marking their 61st win of the season and tying the second-most in franchise history.
  • Cleveland's third-quarter surge, including a decisive 15-2 run, turned the game in their favor after trailing by 15 points in the first half.
  • Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 27 points, while Jarrett Allen added 21 points on 10-of-11 shooting in the victory.
  • The Cavaliers hold a five-game lead over the Boston Celtics for the Eastern Conference's top seed, with a magic number of two to clinch the position.
  • The Knicks, still without Jalen Brunson due to injury, remain winless against the NBA's top teams this season, holding a 0-8 record against the Cavaliers, Celtics, and Thunder.