The Cleveland Cavaliers continued their impressive start to the season with a thrilling 110-104 victory over the New York Knicks, improving their record to 4-0. Darius Garland led the charge, scoring a season-high 34 points, including 15 during a critical fourth quarter that helped secure the win. Donovan Mitchell contributed significantly with 25 points, while Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen added 17 points and 15 rebounds, respectively.
For the Knicks, Jalen Brunson was notable with 21 points and seven assists, but the team struggled to maintain a 13-point lead they built in the second half. Mikal Bridges added 19 points, and Josh Hart had a solid performance with 16 points and 13 rebounds. However, the team faced challenges, especially after Brunson’s injury during the third quarter.
One memorable moment from the game was a near buzzer-beater from Donovan Mitchell, who made a one-handed shot from around 85 feet, although it did not count.
Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson acknowledged that the schedule ahead will become more challenging, but his team showed resilience against the Knicks, even without hitting the offensive heights they had achieved in previous games.
Looking ahead, the Cavaliers are set to face LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, while the Knicks will embark on a four-game road trip beginning with a match against Miami.
Overall, the Cavaliers’ strong start is a hopeful sign for the team’s potential this season, and with key players stepping up, they could continue to build momentum in the coming games.