In a decisive Game 3, the New York Knicks secured a 121-108 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, putting them just one win away from their first NBA Finals appearance since 1999. Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 30 points, while Mikal Bridges contributed 22 points. With the win, the Knicks marked their 10th consecutive postseason victory, a feat last achieved by the Boston Celtics in 2024.
New York maintained a strong performance, shooting 55.8% from the field and hitting 11 three-pointers, alongside a solid free-throw record (24 of 27). The Knicks dominated throughout, leading by double digits for most of the game, with a significant contribution from Landry Shamet, who scored nine points in a brief span.
Cleveland struggled with their shooting, particularly from beyond the arc (12-of-41) and the free-throw line (12-of-19). Evan Mobley led the Cavaliers with 24 points, while Donovan Mitchell added 23. Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson noted the team couldn’t match the Knicks’ physicality and pace.
The Knicks, cheered on by passionate fans chanting “Knicks in four,” will look to clinch the series in Game 4 on Monday.
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