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Cavs Colossal Collapse Costs Them Game 1 In N.Y.
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NEW YORK, NY – MAY 19: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks looks to pass the ball during the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers during Game One of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals on May 19, 2026 at Madison Square Garden in New York City, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE (Photo by Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Cavaliers with one of the worst losses in franchise history last night blew a 22 point 4th-quarter lead to the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and lost in overtime 115–104. 

James Harden was a dismal 5 of 16 shooting from the field for only 15 points and 6 turnovers in the loss.

Jalen Brunson, who exploited Harden on defense, led the Knicks with 38.

Donovan Mitchell led the Cavs with 29 points. 

Game 2 is Thursday night at 8 PM here on WHBC from Madison Square Garden.