nba Game Recap
Recap - Knicks Defeat Cleveland 99-79
Cleveland was run off the court by the Knicks on Friday as New York blasted the Cavaliers 99-79 at Madison Square Garden.
Bettors who backed the Knicks were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 211.5.
Jalen Brunson had 21 points for New York and RJ Barrett chipped in with 19 points. Jalen Brunson had 6 assists for the Knicks, while RJ Barrett was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Cavaliers got a 22-point performance from Donovan Mitchell, who was supported by 17 points from Caris LeVert. Donovan Mitchell had 5 assists in a losing cause for Cleveland, while Evan Mobley grabbed 10 rebounds.
The Knicks hit the break winning 45-32 before taking care of business in the second half.
New York won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 45-42.