New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Picks and Prediction for Monday May 25 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 05/25/2026, 01:20 AM ET

Knicks Preview

Game Four of the Eastern Conference Finals will take place on Monday night, when the New York Knicks battle the Cleveland Cavaliers from Rocket Arena. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The third-seeded Knicks (3-0) are riding a ten-game winning streak and are looking to win their first NBA Championship since 1973. In Game Three, New York assisted on 27 of 43 made field goals and shot a sizzling 56 percent overall during a 121-108 road victory.

All-Star G Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 30 points on 10-for-19 shooting and dished out six assists. New York G Mikal Bridges continued his torrid postseason play with 22 points (11-15 FG) and six boards. OG Anunoby added 21 points (6-10 FG) and seven rebounds for the Knicks, who converted 24 of 27 free-throw attempts.

Cavaliers Preview

The Cleveland Cavaliers have won six of their first eight home playoff games and will attempt to become the first team in NBA history to overcome a 3-0 series deficit. The fourth-seeded Cavaliers (0-3) rank fifth in offensive efficiency and are averaging 113.8 points at home this postseason. During Saturday’s home loss, Cleveland missed 29 of 41 three-point attempts and committed 18 turnovers.

Evan Mobley led five Cleveland players in double figures with 24 points (10-18 FG) and six rebounds. All-Star G Donovan Mitchell scored 23 points on 9-for-21 shooting and finished with a minus 22 rating. Jarrett Allen added 17 points (7-9 FG) and seven rebounds for the Cavaliers.

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Knicks vs Cavaliers Pick

Both teams come into this game with no significant injuries to report. The Knicks rank second this postseason in offensive efficiency, so the over is worth a look. New York is hyper focused on the prize and will get eight days off before the NBA Finals with a sweep of Cleveland. Take the Knicks to win and cover on the road. Final Score Prediction, New York Knicks win 115-106.

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