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Knicks Sweep Cavs 130-93, Advance to Finals

5/26/2026

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Knicks Sweep Cavs

The New York Knicks beat Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 on May 25, 2026, sweeping the series.
They outscored Cleveland 32-5 on second-chance points and led the fast-break 33-9, with Coach Kenny Atkinson noting the Cavs had 48 hours of rest after seven-game series as the Knicks rested longer.
Guard James Harden scored 12 points on 2-of-8 shooting, claimed his team was better, and prompted fans to call the loss humbling before June 3, 2026 NBA Finals.

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Fans Demand Dismissal

Fans and commentators are calling for head coach Kenny Atkinson’s dismissal after the Cavaliers’ sweep.
Analysts warn that firing Atkinson now would be an over-reactive decision that could damage the franchise’s long-term window.
Game 4, a “public execution,” featured a 29-point Knicks lead, 31 points by Donovan Mitchell, 12 points by James Harden on 2-of-8 shooting with five turnovers, and left the franchise mired in regret, confusion, bitterness and shame.

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Gilbert Reacts

Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert posted on X after the sweep, saying the team will dig in.
Gilbert has spent over $400 million, keeping the club in the luxury-tax tier and prompting talk of bolder moves.
He voiced disappointment with the Knicks’ 130-93 Game 4 win, pledged to fix sweep flaws, will monitor Evan Mobley for a Giannis Antetokounmpo swap, barred New York celebrities from courtside, and arranged buses for holders to travel to road games.

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Knicks Sweep Cavs

The New York Knicks beat Cleveland Cavaliers 130-93 on May 25, 2026, sweeping the series.
They outscored Cleveland 32-5 on second-chance points and led the fast-break 33-9, with Coach Kenny Atkinson noting the Cavs had 48 hours of rest after seven-game series as the Knicks rested longer.
Guard James Harden scored 12 points on 2-of-8 shooting, claimed his team was better, and prompted fans to call the loss humbling before June 3, 2026 NBA Finals.

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