Knicks vs. Cavaliers series odds, prediction: Jalen Brunson & co. have the edge in conference finals
New York Post • • sports
Key Points:
- The New York Knicks, after sweeping the Philadelphia 76ers, will face the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals, with the Knicks favored to win the series.
- The Cavaliers, who overcame a 2-0 deficit to defeat the Detroit Pistons in seven games, are seen as underdogs but showed strong performance late in their previous series.
- Cleveland's size advantage, led by Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen, presents a challenge for the Knicks, who rely on healthy big men Karl-Anthony Towns and Mitchell Robinson to compete effectively.
- The Knicks lead all playoff teams with a net rating of 20.0 and a 40.8% three-point shooting percentage, making them the stronger and better-rested team heading into Game 1.
- Expert predictions favor the Knicks to win both Game 1 and the series, potentially securing their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999.