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Cavaliers Fall 130-116 Against New York - Game Recap
Cleveland was victimized by Jalen Brunson for 48 points as the Knicks defeated the Cavaliers 130-116 in NBA action on Friday.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 220.0.
New York got 14 points from Quentin Grimes and another 14 points from Immanuel Quickley. Jalen Brunson contributed 9 assists, while Mitchell Robinson cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
The Cavaliers got a 42-point performance from Donovan Mitchell, who was supported by 20 points from Darius Garland. Darius Garland had 9 assists in a losing cause for Cleveland, while Lamar Stevens grabbed 7 rebounds.
New York led at halftime, 79-72.
The rebound battle favored New York as they grabbed 48 boards, while Cleveland only had 33
Next game, New York takes its act home to face Washington looking for another win. For Cleveland, they head home to face Indiana.