New York Knicks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Preview, Odds, Predictions, Picks (Apr 2)

• Knicks vs. Cavaliers game is the second of back-to-back for NYK.
• New York Knicks are 22-15 on the road this year.
• Cavaliers are 4-1 in the last 5 games.

The Cavs want to seal the No.1 seed in the Eastern Conference standings, while the Knicks want to clinch the No.3 spot. This will be a perfect test for both teams before the upcoming playoffs.

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How to Watch

• When: Wednesday, April 2, 7 pm ET
• Where: Rocket Arena, Cleveland, Ohio
• How to Watch: ESPN

NBA Odds & Lines

Game Preview

Until defeating the Bucks in Milwaukee, the Knicks had lost three in a row on the road. Losing to the Golden State Warriors is understandable, but losing to the Spurs and the Hornets isn’t.

However, knowing that they played without Jalen Brunson makes things clearer here. He won’t participate in this one as well, despite getting back in training, which is a big blow. Brunson is the No.7 scorer in the NBA with 26.3 points and the 8th in assists, 7.4 per game.

Cavaliers stabilized following a tough stretch while cruising through the West. Kenny Atkinson’s crew won 4 out of the last 5 meetings, getting back on track. At one point, they lost four in a row, but that’s past them.

Cleveland’s last victims were the LA Clippers, beating them 127-122. The Cavaliers’ offense has been on fire, scoring at least 120 points in five previous contests.

Knicks vs. Cavaliers Head to Head

The Cleveland Cavaliers won both games this year against the Knicks. The first was at the Maddison 110-104, while the second in Ohio saw the Cavs humiliating the rivals, 142-105.

Knicks vs. Cavaliers Predictions

The Knicks are solid, but with or without Brunson involved, their chances of beating the Cavs in Cleveland are slim. Atkinson’s offensive machinery will eventually break them.

• Free NBA picks: Cavaliers -4.5