Knicks Sweep Cavaliers 130-93 to Reach First NBA Finals Since 1999

The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 on Monday night in Cleveland to complete a sweep of the Eastern Conference Finals. New York outscored Cleveland by 37 points and limited the Cavaliers to their lowest output of the series.

Brunson scored 15 points and added five assists while drawing a charge in 31 minutes. Karl-Anthony Towns finished with 19 points and 14 rebounds on 8-of-11 shooting in 26 minutes. The Knicks outscored Cleveland by 25 points during his time on the floor. OG Anunoby continued strong two-way play throughout the series.

NBA team has ever overcome a 3-0 deficit in the playoffs.

Cleveland entered Game 4 hoping to become the first. The Knicks had already won the first three games, including a 22-point fourth-quarter comeback in Game 1. New York extended its win streak to 10 games with the victory. " — CBS News, May 26, 2026 The Knicks are now one victory from their first NBA Finals appearance in 27 years.