Knicks Aim for Upset Over Cavaliers in Final Home Game

NEW YORK, April 11, 2025 — The New York Knicks will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in their final home game of the regular season at Madison Square Garden tonight at 7:30 p.m. ET. With a record of 50-30, the Knicks are looking to break a three-game losing streak against the league-leading Cavaliers, who boast a 63-17 record.

Injuries will impact this matchup, with Cavaliers’ star Donovan Mitchell sidelined due to an ankle injury, and De’Andre Hunter and Ty Jerome also out. On the Knicks side, Jalen Brunson‘s status is questionable due to an ankle issue, while players like Karl-Anthony Towns, Josh Hart, and OG Anunoby are also uncertain due to various injuries.

According to the latest odds from SportsLine, the Knicks are favored by 1 point, with an over/under set at 225 points. New York’s money line is at -113, meaning a bet of $113 could win $100, while Cleveland’s odds sit at -106. The SportsLine Projection Model adds credibility, having simulated this game 10,000 times and predicting a potential over of 227 points.

The Cavaliers hold the highest-scoring offense in the NBA, averaging 122.2 points per game. Despite resting key players in recent games, their depth has kept them competitive, as evidenced by their 7-3 record over the last ten games. Cleveland, however, has yet to lose to the Knicks this season.

New York, currently clinging to the No. 3 seed, is just one game ahead of the Indiana Pacers. The Knicks aim to capitalize on this home advantage and build momentum, being just one win away from achieving their highest victory total since the 2012-13 season.

In their last matchup, the Knicks witnessed an impressive performance from Towns, who scored 25 points and grabbed ten rebounds in a loss against the Philadelphia 76ers. Meanwhile, Brunson is showing promising recovery as he plays through his ankle injury.

Tonight’s game carries significant implications for both teams. The Cavaliers seek to maintain their top seeding while the Knicks aim to secure their playoff position. Fans can expect an intense matchup as both squads look to establish their playoff readiness.

The SportsLine Model leans towards a strong performance from the Cavaliers, with statistics illustrating their effectiveness even without Mitchell. Cleveland’s ability to maintain a winning trajectory against New York will be a pivotal factor in the game.