Cavaliers Beat Knicks 109-94

Cavaliers Dominate Knicks to End Winning Streak

The Cleveland Cavaliers decisively defeated the New York Knicks 109-94 on Tuesday night. Cleveland's defense stifled the visitors throughout the entire game.

Cleveland Takes Control Early

The Cavaliers surged ahead right from the beginning. They led 35-26 after the first quarter. Their energy appeared unstoppable. By halftime, Cleveland had established a 60-54 lead. The home crowd erupted with excitement after each basket.

The third quarter was particularly disastrous for New York. Cleveland outscored the Knicks 23-11 during this period. The lead expanded to 83-65 as they entered the fourth quarter. By then, the game felt all but decided before the final buzzer.

Mitchell Leads Balanced Attack

Donovan Mitchell exhibited exceptional talent on the court. He scored 23 points and snagged five rebounds. Additionally, Mitchell contributed four assists and three steals. He orchestrated plays like a seasoned point guard while pursuing loose balls with determination.

James Harden added 20 points for Cleveland. He passed the ball with accuracy and made crucial shots. Jarrett Allen was a force inside with 19 points and 10 rebounds, finishing strongly near the basket with both power and finesse. Evan Mobley contributed 12 points and seven rebounds, while Jaylon Tyson provided a spark off the bench with 12 points and eight rebounds.

Knicks Struggle on the Road

New York struggled to find their rhythm all night long. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 20 points, but he had difficulty making shots, connecting on only about 32 percent of his attempts from the field. Mikal Bridges added 18 points but also battled with accuracy.

Karl-Anthony Towns scored 14 points while shooting perfectly from the field. Mitchell Robinson secured 15 rebounds and added 11 points. Josh Hart contributed 10 points and five assists. However, nothing could penetrate Cleveland's formidable defensive fortifications.

Final Thoughts

The Cavaliers demonstrated championship caliber on both ends of the court. Their defense overwhelmed New York's offense, quarter after quarter. Cleveland clearly demonstrated they belong among the top teams in the Eastern Conference.