Cleveland: Knicks Move One Win From Finals
PUBLISHED May 24, 2026, 4:51 AM ET
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In Cleveland on Saturday night, the New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 121-108 in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals, moving within one win of their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. The victory gave New York a 3-0 lead in the best-of-seven series, placing Cleveland on the brink of elimination ahead of Game 4 on Monday in Cleveland. Jalen Brunson scored 30 points to lead six Knicks in double figures, with key contributions from Mikal Bridges, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart and reserve guard Landry Shamet. The Knicks never trailed and secured their tenth straight postseason win.
By Sarah Whitman | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- 1999 Knicks last reach NBA Finals
- Earlier this postseason Knicks begin win streak
- Saturday night Knicks face Cavaliers in Cleveland
- First quarter Knicks start fast, force timeout
- Second quarter Cavaliers twice pull level briefly
- Halftime Knicks lead Cavaliers by six
- Third quarter Brunson fuels extended Knicks surge
- Monday Game 4 scheduled in Cleveland
News Intelligence
- The Knicks are on the cusp of making history. If you're a basketball fan, this could be a thrilling time. Keep an eye on Game 4 on Monday. If they win, it's their first NBA Finals appearance in over two decades.
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