Jason Burgos
The New York Knicks are four wins away from the NBA Finals. But standing in their way are Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
If you plan to watch Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Tuesday night, below you can find everything you need to know, along with the upcoming schedule for their NBA playoff series.
When do the Knicks play next?
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 19 | Cavaliers @ Knicks | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
What channel is the Knicks game on tonight?
The entirety of the Eastern Conference finals between the Knicks and Cavaliers will air exclusively on ESPN and the ESPN app.
What time does the Knicks game start tonight?
Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals begins at 8:00 PM ET.
Knicks vs. Game 1 betting odds
The Knicks are a -265 favorite in Game 1 of the East Finals. The Cavaliers are currently a +215 underdog.
NY Knicks Eastern Conference Finals schedule 2026
Below you can find the upcoming schedule for the Eastern Conference Finals.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 21 | Cavaliers @ Knicks | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
| Saturday, May 23 | Knicks @ Cavaliers | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
| Monday, May 25 | Knicks @ Cavaliers | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
| Wednesday, May 27 | Cavaliers @ Knicks | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
| Friday, May 29 | Knicks @ Cavaliers | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
| Sunday, May 31 | Cavaliers @ Knicks | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
Can I watch the Knicks game on Peacock or Amazon Prime?
No, the Knicks games in the Eastern Conference Finals won’t be available on Peacock or Amazon Prime. All seven games will be exclusive to ESPN and the ESPN app.
