Cavaliers score, injury report vs Knicks. Live Game 2 updates, stats

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NEW YORK — The Cavaliers will seek redemption against the New York Knicks in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday, May 21, at Madison Square Garden.

In Game 1, the Cavs blew a 22-point lead in the fourth quarter and lost 115-104 in overtime, leaving the basketball world to wonder whether the colossal collapse would break Cleveland in its best-of-seven playoff series against New York.

Tipoff for Game 2 between the fourth-seeded Cavs and third-seeded Knicks is scheduled for 8 p.m. Follow here for live score updates, highlights, analysis and stats:


Below is some pregame information.

Who does the winner of the Cavs-Knicks series play in the NBA Finals?​

Whichever team seizes the East's crown will advance to face the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder or San Antonio Spurs for the NBA title. The Western Conference Finals are tied 1-1.

Where to watch Cleveland Cavaliers vs. New York Knicks Game 2. Cavs playoffs TV channel and streaming info for Eastern Conference Finals​

Game 2 between the Cavs and Knicks will be televised nationally by ESPN.

Cavs radio station info​

The local radio broadcast of Game 2 can be heard via WTAM (1100-AM) or WMMS (100.7-FM). The national radio broadcast can be heard via ESPN Radio.

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Cavs vs Knicks Game 2 injury report​

The Cavs did not list any players on their injury report for Game 2.

Cavs vs Knicks Game 2 starting lineup​

• This will be updated when the Cavs announce their starting lineup for Game 2, but here are their starters from Game 1:
• Point guard James Harden
• Guard Donovan Mitchell
• Small forward Dean Wade
• Forward Evan Mobley
• Center Jarrett Allen

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Knicks vs Cavs Game 2 starting lineup​

The Knicks did not list any players on their injury report for Game 2.

Knicks vs Cavs Game 2 starting lineup​

• This will be updated when the Knicks announce their starters for Game 2, but here are their starters from Game 1:
• Forward Josh Hart
• Forward OG Anunoby
• Center Karl-Anthony Towns
• Point guard Jalen Brunson
• Guard Mikal Bridges

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What was the Cavs' record against the Knicks in the 2025-26 regular season?​

The Cavs went 1-2 against the Knicks in the 2025-26 regular season.

• Here are the results from those Cavs-Knicks games:
• Oct. 22: Cavs lost 119-111 on the road
• Dec. 25: Cavs lost 126-124 on the road
• Feb. 24: Cavs won 109-94 at home

Cavs playoff schedule. When do the Cavaliers and Knicks play next?​

• Here is the Eastern Conference Finals schedule:
• Game 1: Knicks 115, Cavs 104, OT; Knicks lead series 1-0 | Recap | Reaction | Story
• Game 2: Cavs at Knicks, 8 p.m. Thursday, May 21, ESPN
• Game 3: Knicks at Cavs, 8 p.m. Saturday, May 23, ABC
• Game 4: Knicks at Cavs, 8 p.m. Monday, May 25, ESPN
• Game 5: Cavs at Knicks, 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, ESPN, if necessary
• Game 6: Knicks at Cavs, 8 p.m. Friday, May 29, ESPN, if necessary
• Game 7: Cavs at Knicks, 8 p.m. Sunday, May 31, ESPN, if necessary

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Eastern Conference playoff bracket 2026​

Here are the second-round results:

• No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons vs. No. 4 seed Cleveland Cavaliers; Cavs won series 4-3
• No. 3 seed New York Knicks vs. No. 7 seed Philadelphia 76ers; Knicks won series 4-0

Here are the first-round results:

• No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons vs. No. 8 Orlando Magic; Pistons won series 4-3
• No. 2 seed Boston Celtics vs. No. 7 Philadelphia 76ers; 76ers won series 4-3
• No. 3 seed New York Knicks vs. No. 6 seed Atlanta Hawks; Knicks won series 4-2
• No. 4 seed Cleveland Cavaliers vs. No. 5 seed Toronto Raptors; Cavs won series 4-3

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Cleveland Cavaliers playoff history during their Donovan Mitchell era​

This is the fourth consecutive season the Cavs have made the playoffs.

• Here are the results from their previous three playoff appearances, all of which have occurred since the Cavs traded for All-Star guard Donovan Mitchell in 2022:
• 2024-25: Lost 4-1 in second round to Indiana Pacers after sweeping Miami Heat 4-0 in first round
• 2023-24: Lost 4-1 in second round to Boston Celtics after beating Orlando Magic 4-3 in first round
• 2022-23: Lost 4-1 in first round to New York Knicks

Cavs playoff history vs. New York Knicks​

The Cavs have never defeated the Knicks in a playoff series. Entering this year's Eastern Conference Finals, Cleveland's all-time postseason record against New York was 2-12.

• Here is the playoff history between the Cavs and Knicks:
• 2023: No. 4 Cavs lost 4-1 to No. 5 Knicks in first round
• 1996: No. 4 Cavs lost 3-0 to No. 5 Knicks in first round
• 1995: No. 6 Cavs lost 3-1 to No. 3 Knicks in first round
• 1978: No. 4 Cavs lost 2-0 to No. 5 Knicks in first round

Ryan Lewis and Nate Ulrich cover the Cavaliers for the Akron Beacon Journal. The Beacon Journal sports department can be reached at [email protected].

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