Hart scored 26 points and Richis added 19, as the Knicks easily defeated the Cavaliers 109-93.

May 22nd - The Knicks easily defeated the Cavaliers 109-93. Hart scored 26 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Bridges added 19 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists. For the Cavaliers, Mitchell had 26 points, 4 rebounds, and 1 assist, while Harden contributed 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists.

In the first quarter, Harden hit a three-pointer, giving the Cavaliers a six-point lead. The Knicks relied on Bridges and Anunoby to score consecutive points and help the team close the gap. At the end of the first quarter, the Cavaliers led 27-24. In the second quarter, Brunson continuously used pick-and-rolls to organize the team's offense, while Hart finished repeatedly in transition. For the Cavaliers, Harden and Mobley struggled to keep the team afloat with free throws and drives. At halftime, the Knicks led 53-49.

After switching sides, the Cavaliers briefly tied the game, but the Knicks quickly extended their lead to nearly 20 points. For a significant portion of the third quarter, the Cavaliers relied solely on Mitchell's individual scoring to find the net. At the end of the third quarter, the Knicks led 85-70 . In the final quarter, the Cavaliers, again thanks to Mitchell, narrowed the gap to 7 points. However, Anunoby hit a crucial three-pointer to stabilize the situation, and Bridges followed with another three-pointer, restoring the Knicks' double-digit lead. Ultimately, the Knicks easily defeated the Cavaliers 109-93 .

Cavaliers player statistics

Mitchell 26 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Harden 18 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists; Mobley 14 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists; Allen 13 points, 10 rebounds; Strus 5 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists; Merrill 4 points; Schroder 4 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists; Tyson 4 points, 3 rebounds; Wade 3 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists.

Knicks player statistics

Hart 26 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists; Bridges 19 points, 3 rebounds, 3 assists; Brunson 19 points, 3 rebounds, 14 assists; Towns 18 points, 13 rebounds, 1 assist; Anunoby 14 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists; McBride 5 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists; Robinson 4 points, 4 rebounds; Clarkson 4 points; Shamet 4 rebounds

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