Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 1 win over Cavaliers: James Harden had night to forget
The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 115-104 overtime victory against the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1. Jalen Brunson emerged as a key player, scoring 17 points in the fourth quarter and overtime to lead the comeback. In contrast, James Harden struggled significantly, recording more turnovers than field goals during the game.
- ▪Jalen Brunson scored 38 points, including 17 in the fourth quarter and overtime.
- ▪The Knicks overcame a 22-point deficit to win the game.
- ▪James Harden had a disappointing performance with six turnovers and only five field goals.
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NBA New York Knicks Heroes, zeros from Knicks’ Game 1 win over Cavaliers: James Harden had night to forget By Zach Braziller Published May 19, 2026, 11:34 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Heroes and zeros from the Knicks’ 115-104 Game 1 win over the Cavaliers on Tuesday night at Madison Square Garden: Hero Quiet for three quarters, Jalen Brunson threw on his Superman cape when the situation was its most dire. He scored 17 points in the fourth quarter and overtime, carrying the Knicks to a comeback from 22 points down. His jumper with 19.3 seconds left in regulation forced overtime, and his assist on a Landry Shamet 3-pointer with 1:49 to go iced the dramatic Game 1 victory.
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