Donte DiVincenzo rose to the occasion, scoring 28 points to guide the New York Knicks (36-25) to a hard-fought 107-98 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers (39-21) on Sunday night.
The Knicks faced an immediate setback as All-Star guard Jalen Brunson suffered a left knee injury just one minute into the game, leaving the team without one of their key starters.
Josh Hart delivered a standout triple-double performance, contributing 13 points, 19 rebounds, and 10 assists to help fill the void left by Brunson’s absence.
In a tense fourth quarter, with the Cavs closing in on the lead, Hart and Miles McBride stepped up, hitting crucial three-pointers in the final minutes to secure the win for the Knicks.
Despite missing several starters, including Julius Randle, Mitchell Robinson, and O.G. Anunoby, the Knicks showcased their depth and versatility, with Bojan Bogdanovic and McBride stepping up with strong performances.
The Cavaliers, who were without leading scorer Donovan Mitchell and key contributor Caris LeVert, fought hard throughout the game, but ultimately fell short against a determined Knicks team.
