Shocking stats reveal just how bad Knicks torched James Harden in legendary comeback
The New York Knicks staged a remarkable comeback against the Cleveland Cavaliers, defeating them 115-104 in overtime. Jalen Brunson played a pivotal role, targeting James Harden as the primary defender throughout the game. The Knicks' strategy paid off, as they capitalized on Harden's defensive weaknesses to secure the victory.
- ▪The Knicks trailed by 22 points in the fourth quarter before rallying to win.
- ▪Jalen Brunson exposed James Harden in nine isolations, averaging 1.9 points per action.
- ▪The Knicks outscored the Cavaliers 14-3 in overtime, continuing to target Harden.
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NBA New York Knicks Shocking stats reveals just how bad Knicks torched James Harden in legendary comeback By Erich Richter Published May 20, 2026, 8:21 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google The Knicks made it no secret during their Game 1 comeback – they were looking to embarrass James Harden. After trailing by 22 points in the fourth quarter, the Knicks rallied on the back of their captain clutch, Jalen Brunson, who exposed Harden in the 115-104 overtime victory.
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