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Cavaliers Crush Knicks 109-94; Mitchell Shines with 23 Points

2/25/2026

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Summary

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The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the New York Knicks 109-94 at Rocket Arena.
The Cavaliers outscored the Knicks 23-11 in the third quarter, with James Harden contributing 20 points.
Donovan Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers with 23 points.
Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks with 20 points.
The Knicks shot 27% from three-point range.

History

Historical Context

The Chicago Bulls secured their sixth NBA Championship in 1998, defeating the Utah Jazz 4-2 in the Finals. Michael Jordan, who scored 45 points in the decisive Game 6, was named Finals MVP for the sixth time. This victory marked the end of the Bulls' dynasty, as key players like Jordan and coach Phil Jackson departed, reshaping the NBA landscape for years to come.

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Story summary

The Cleveland Cavaliers defeated the New York Knicks 109-94 at Rocket Arena.
The Cavaliers outscored the Knicks 23-11 in the third quarter, with James Harden contributing 20 points.
Donovan Mitchell led the Cleveland Cavaliers with 23 points.
Jalen Brunson led the New York Knicks with 20 points.
The Knicks shot 27% from three-point range.

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