NEWSLETTER
In Game 5 of the opening round of the NBA Playoffs, the Cleveland Cavaliers will play the New York Knicks.
The Knicks will seek another victory over the Cavaliers following a 102-93 win on Sunday. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks to the victory with a team-leading 29 points. Darius Garland notched 23 points in the Cavaliers’ loss.
When is Cavaliers vs. Knicks and when does it start?
This contest between the Cavaliers and Knicks is set to start on Wednesday, April 26, 2023. Be ready to see the opening tip at 7:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch Cavaliers vs. Knicks
The Cavaliers and Knicks will hit the floor at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse for this matchup on April 26, and if you would like to see the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on NBA TV, BSOH, MSG.
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Cavaliers vs. Knicks Game Preview
Cavaliers Stats, Odds & Insights
This season, the Cavaliers have won 47 out of the 64 games, or 73.4%, in which they’ve been favored.
The Cavaliers record only 0.8 fewer points per contest (112.3) than the Knicks surrender (113.1).
The Cavaliers knock down 11.6 three-pointers per game (19th in the league) compared to their opponents’ 11.3. They shoot 36.7% from deep while their opponents hit 36.8% from long range.
The Cavaliers’ offense has been much better in home games (113.2 PPG) compared to road games (111.3 PPG). Likewise, their defense has been better when playing at home (105 PPG allowed) compared to road games (108.8 PPG allowed).
The Cavaliers have been putting up 105.5 points per contest in their last 10 appearances, an average that’s a little lower than the 112.3 they’ve scored over the course of the 2022-23 campaign.
Knicks Stats, Odds & Insights
The Knicks are outscoring opponents by 2.9 points per game, with a +240 scoring differential overall. They put up 116 points per game (11th in NBA) and give up 113.1 per contest (12th in league).
The Knicks’ 116 points-per-game average is 9.1 more points than the 106.9 the Cavaliers allow to opponents.
In 2022-23, the Knicks are 11th in the NBA in 3-point makes (12.6 per game) and 19th in 3-point percentage (35.4%).
At home the Knicks put up 117.3 points per game, 2.5 more than away (114.8). Defensively they concede 113 points per game at home, 0.2 less than on the road (113.2).
Over their last 10 games, the Knicks are putting up 112 points per contest, compared to their season average of 116.
Cavaliers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | 68 | 28.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 3.6 |
| Darius Garland | 69 | 21.6 | 2.7 | 7.8 | 1.2 | 0.1 | 2.4 |
| Evan Mobley | 79 | 16.2 | 9 | 2.8 | 0.8 | 1.5 | 0.3 |
| Jarrett Allen | 68 | 14.3 | 9.8 | 1.7 | 0.8 | 1.2 | 0 |
| Caris LeVert | 74 | 12.1 | 3.8 | 3.9 | 1 | 0.3 | 1.7 |
Knicks Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 77 | 25.1 | 10 | 4.1 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 2.8 |
| Jalen Brunson | 68 | 24 | 3.5 | 6.2 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 2 |
| RJ Barrett | 73 | 19.6 | 5 | 2.8 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 1.7 |
| Immanuel Quickley | 81 | 14.9 | 4.2 | 3.4 | 1 | 0.2 | 2.1 |
| Quentin Grimes | 71 | 11.3 | 3.2 | 2.1 | 0.7 | 0.4 | 2.2 |
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