Knicks pull off insane rally to beat Cavaliers in thrilling OT Game 1 win
The New York Knicks achieved a remarkable comeback to defeat the Cleveland Cavaliers 115-104 in overtime during Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. After trailing by 22 points in the fourth quarter, the Knicks outscored the Cavaliers 32-18 to force overtime. Jalen Brunson was the standout player, scoring 38 points to lead his team to victory.
- ▪The Knicks were down by 22 points with just over eight minutes remaining in the fourth quarter.
- ▪They managed to outscore the Cavaliers 32-18 in the final quarter to tie the game.
- ▪Game 2 of the series is scheduled for Thursday night at Madison Square Garden.
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NBA New York Knicks Knicks mount furious rally to beat Cavaliers in thrilling OT Game 1 win By Andrew Battifarano Published May 19, 2026, 11:00 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals appeared destined to be a Knicks dud. Instead, it turned into an instant classic. The Knicks rallied for a 115-104 win over the Cavaliers in overtime on the strength of a nearly impossible comeback in the fourth quarter. Jalen Brunson played hero with 38 points. Jalen Brunson with the ball in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals on May 19, 2026. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post Karl-Anthony Towns celebrates a 3-pointer in Game 1.
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