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Knicks Win 10 Straight Postseason, Beat Cavs 121-108

5/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The Knicks became the seventh franchise to win ten straight postseason games.
Jalen Brunson scored 30 points as the Knicks beat the Cavaliers 121-108 in Game 3, taking a 2-0 lead.
The Knicks shot 55.8%, made 11 threes and were 24-of-27 from the line.
Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson and Knicks coach Mike Brown said the Knicks’ momentum persisted despite Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s presence and praised defense and limited fouls.

History

Historical Context

After the 1999 Knicks became the first eighth-seed to reach the NBA Finals—finishing the lockout-shortened season 27-23 and upsetting the top-seeded Heat—the franchise has long been linked to underdog surges. In 2024, Jalen Brunson’s 30-point, 121-108 victory over the Cavaliers revived that narrative, suggesting a repeat of the 1999 momentum.

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Story summary

The Knicks became the seventh franchise to win ten straight postseason games.
Jalen Brunson scored 30 points as the Knicks beat the Cavaliers 121-108 in Game 3, taking a 2-0 lead.
The Knicks shot 55.8%, made 11 threes and were 24-of-27 from the line.
Cavaliers coach Kenny Atkinson and Knicks coach Mike Brown said the Knicks’ momentum persisted despite Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s presence and praised defense and limited fouls.

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