Knicks vs. Cavaliers series odds, prediction: Jalen Brunson & co. have the edge in conference finals
The New York Knicks are set to face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals after a dominant series against the Philadelphia 76ers. The Knicks are favored to win the series, coming in with a strong performance and a well-rested roster. Meanwhile, the Cavaliers, who recently overcame the Detroit Pistons in a seven-game series, will need to adapt to the Knicks' strengths to remain competitive.
- ▪The Knicks are a -250 favorite against the Cavaliers, who are +200 underdogs.
- ▪New York has a playoff-leading net rating of 20.0 and has shot 40.8 percent from 3-point range.
- ▪Cleveland's size, led by Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, presents a unique challenge for the Knicks.
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Betting New York Knicks Knicks vs. Cavaliers series odds, prediction: Jalen Brunson & co. have the edge in conference finals By Erich Richter Published May 18, 2026, 4:31 p.m. ET New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (rear) and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell #45. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. After a grueling seven-game series, the Knicks finally have their Eastern Conference Finals opponent. The surging Knicks, who embarrassed the Philadelphia 76ers in a series sweep, have been off for eight days entering Game 1 against Cavaliers.
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