Cavs to face Knicks in Eastern Conference series opener
The Cleveland Cavaliers will play the New York Knicks in the first game of their series. The Knicks enter after a longer rest period while the Cavaliers have played 15 postseason games.
Fox NewsThe Cleveland Cavaliers will play the New York Knicks in the opening game of their series. The Knicks have not played since May 10. The Cavaliers played their most recent game on Sunday after completing a seven-game series against Detroit.
Series records and recent performance The Knicks are 8-2 in the postseason.
Their two losses came by a combined two points, while seven of their eight wins were by double digits. The Cavaliers have won four of their last five games. Both of their previous series went the full seven games.
Key player matchups Donovan Mitchell is expected to lead the Cavaliers.
Jarrett Allen will face Karl-Anthony Towns on the boards. James Harden averaged under 20 points and 6.3 assists in the previous round.
First-quarter betting outlook The recommended first-quarter play is the Cavaliers at plus 1.5. The Knicks have not played in nine days and could start slowly. The Cavaliers have shown they can perform after a Game 7.
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Story Timeline
3 events- May 10
Knicks played their most recent game.
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Cavaliers completed seven-game series against Detroit.
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Cavaliers and Knicks scheduled to play series opener.
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Potential Impact
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Knicks may start slowly after nine days without a game.
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