SportsThu, Dec 25, 2025

Knicks Stage Epic Christmas Comeback, Defeating Cavaliers with Deep Bench

The New York Knicks rallied from a 17-point fourth-quarter deficit to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-124 on Christmas Day, showcasing their depth.

📌Key Points

•The New York Knicks defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 126-124 on Christmas Day after trailing by 17 points in the fourth quarter.
•Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 34 points, including 13 in the fourth quarter and the game-winning three-pointer.
•Knicks' bench players Jordan Clarkson (25 points), Tyler Kolek (16 points, 9 assists), and Mitchell Robinson (13 rebounds, 8 offensive) were crucial to the comeback.
•Donovan Mitchell also scored 34 points for the Cavaliers, with Darius Garland adding 20 points and 10 assists.
•Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley returned from a calf injury, contributing 14 points and 9 rebounds.
•Knicks forward Josh Hart left the game in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury.