Jason Burgos
The New York Knicks are three 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 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals on Thursday night, below you can get everything you need to know before tonight’s matchup.
When do the Knicks play next?
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 21 | Cavaliers @ Knicks | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
How to watch Knicks vs. Cavaliers Game 2?
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 vs. Cavs game start?
Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals begins at 8:00 PM ET.
Knicks vs. Cavaliers series odds
The Knicks are a -218 favorite in Game 1 of the East Finals. The Cavaliers are currently a +180 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, May 19 | Knicks 115, Cavaliers 104 (OT) | 8:00 PM | ESPN |
| 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 |
Knicks vs. Cavaliers Game 2 prediction
The Knicks nearly let one get away on Tuesday night and needed a historic comeback to avoid a frustrating loss. That was likely a wakeup call that helped knock the rust off after nine days of rest after advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Expect them to get off to a better start in Game 2 and score a 121-115 win over the Cavaliers in Game 2.
