After experiencing 2 defeats in their last 3 NBA meetings, the New York Knicks took over the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-124. Jalen Brunson, author of 34 points, was decisive.
ATS Swiss Telegraph Agency
At the end of a very close match, the New Yorkers managed to overcome a gap which rose to 16 points in favor of Cleveland at the start of the last period. Knicks leader Jalen Brunson was once again very prolific with 34 points scored, the same total as Donovan Mitchell on the Cavaliers side.
Firmly anchored in 2nd place in the Eastern Conference standings thanks to their 21 victories in 30 matches, the New Yorkers are nevertheless still outclassed by the Detroit Pistons, who have 24 victories. In mid-December, the Knicks won the NBA Cup against the San Antonio Spurs, also 2nd in the Western Conference standings.
