Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks Prediction, Picks & Odds | 22 Oct 2025

NBA Betting Preview: Cavaliers vs Knicks

The Cleveland Cavaliers face off against the New York Knicks in this NBA matchup at Madison Square Garden, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Wednesday, October 22. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and the official starting lineups.

Cavs Look the Smart Pick

The Cavaliers are available at -112 when it comes to the Moneyline. Our prediction is that they’ll outscore the Knicks and there’s value on offer when it comes to these odds.

Betting on Cavs to come out on top? Make sure you’re getting the best value by unlocking the latest BetMGM promo code and checking out our full review before you jump in.

Cavs 108-102 Victors When Teams Met Last

The Cleveland Cavaliers ended their 2024–25 campaign with a 4–1 series loss to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, falling 114–105 at home in Game 5 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Donovan Mitchell scored 35 points, with Evan Mobley getting 24 and De'Andre Hunter 12.

The New York Knicks ended last season with a 4–2 series loss to the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. In Game 6, they suffered a 125–108 defeat on the road at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. OG Anunoby bagged 24 points, Karl-Anthony Towns had 22 points and 14 rebounds, with Jalen Brunson scoring 19 points.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The Cavs won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 108-102 victory was registered against the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The Cavs have triumphed in their previous four meetings against the Knicks. On the head-to-head front, it has been 5 wins out of 10.

NBA	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Cavaliers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

View Full Standings

The Cavs have 5 wins and 5 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 119.3 points, 47.2 rebounds, 22.1 assists, 9.4 steals and 4.6 blocks while shooting 45.6% from the field and 79.9% from the free-throw line. The opposition have an average of 109.6 points and 43.4 rebounds per contest.

Donovan Mitchell is averaging 27.5 points, 3.9 assists and 2.9 (34.5%) 3-pointers made, while Jarrett Allen averages 7.8 rebounds.

The Knicks have won 4 and lost 6 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 112.5 points, 43.2 rebounds, 20.0 assists, 6.8 steals and 4.3 blocks per game while shooting 46.4% from the field and 77.6% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 113.7 points and 37.1 rebounds.

Jalen Brunson is averaging 29.5 points, 6.5 assists and 2.6 (36.6%) 3-pointers made, while Karl-Anthony Towns has an average of 11.9 rebounds.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks Prediction & Picks

We dive into the best Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks betting angles, including an expert match prediction, correct score forecast, top player prop bets and a value-focused bet builder.

Game Prediction

The best betting angle could be the Moneyline and our pick is Cavaliers at the current odds of -112. They can get the better of their opponents in this NBA showdown.

We’re always on top of team news and when combined with recent form, it helps us uncover the best value. Our NBA handicappers also take a data-led approach, using key stats to back every pick.

Key Cavaliers vs Knicks stats:

• Cavs have won 4 of their last 5 games on the road.
• Cavs have won 7 of their last 10 games on the road.
• Knicks have lost 6 of their last 10 games.
• Knicks have lost 3 of their last 5 games.
• Knicks have lost their last 4 games against Cavs.

Cavs Moneyline Probability

The best sportsbooks are estimating that there is a 52.9% likelihood of this pick winning. However, our analysts in-depth research has found that the actual probability is between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this bet.

If you’re wanting bigger odds about the Cavs, then there are a number of options including the Point Spread, Double Result and the Result & Both Teams to Score.

Before placing your bets, explore the latest betting offers. Our comprehensive guide features a wide range of welcome bonuses to choose from.

Best Bet

Cavaliers Moneyline @ -112 Watch Live Bet Now

BetMGM Promo Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Gamble responsibly 18+. All odds are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change. To use the Bookmaker Live Streaming services you will need to be logged in and have a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours. Geo-restrictions apply.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Donovan Mitchell Over 26.5 Points -112

Donovan Mitchell (Cavs) has recorded an average of 34.2 points in the past 5 games. We think that he can therefore cover the line and we’ll wager on his Player Points at betting odds of -112.

Latest Donovan Mitchell Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 26.5

-125

Under 26.5

-108

Assists

Over 5.5

-127

Under 5.5

-105

Rebounds

Over 3.5

-137

Under 3.5

+104

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

---

De'Andre Hunter Under 15.5 Points -114

De'Andre Hunter (Cavs) has averaged 9 points in the past 4 games. We are therefore keen to back the -114 that he fails to cover this total when it comes to Player Points.

Latest De'Andre Hunter Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 15.5

-118

Under 15.5

-114

Rebounds

Over 3.5

-104

Under 3.5

-128

T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+

Correct Score Prediction

Cavaliers 114 - 109 Knicks

The Cavaliers can be wagered in lots of different ways and this includes the correct score lines. There’s the chance to back them to win 114-109 for a big potential return.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Latest Odds Suggest a Close Encounter

New York Knicks are on offer at -100 on the Moneyline if you want to back this franchise, with Cleveland Cavaliers available at -118. The sportsbooks award a 54% probability that the road team will be settled as a winning NBA bet.

1.5 is the spread and 228.5 is the total points line. There are many ways to wager on basketball including the Totals. Those expecting a low total can back Under 228.5 at -110.

Whether you are betting pre-game or in-game, the top basketball sportsbooks offer a huge selection of team props and game lines. The options are practically endless, and it’s awesome to have so many alternatives.

Moneyline

Cavaliers

-118

Knicks

-100

Point Spread

Cavaliers -1.5

-105

Knicks +1.5

-115

Total Points

Under 228.5

-110

Over 228.5

-110

Donovan Mitchell Favorite to Get the Most Buckets

Donovan Mitchell is favorite when it comes to getting the most points. You can get -125 that he goes Over 26.5 points and -108 when it comes to Under.

Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)

Over 26.5

-125

Under 26.5

-108

Jalen Brunson (Knicks)

Over 25.5

-123

Under 25.5

-108

Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks)

Over 21.5

-105

Under 21.5

-127

Evan Mobley (Cavaliers)

Over 18.5

-114

Under 18.5

-118

Mikal Bridges (Knicks)

Over 16.5

-105

Under 16.5

-128

OG Anunoby (Knicks)

Over 15.5

-128

Under 15.5

-104

De'Andre Hunter (Cavaliers)

Over 15.5

-118

Under 15.5

-114

Jarrett Allen (Cavaliers)

Over 12.5

-108

Under 12.5

-123

Josh Hart (Knicks)

Over 10.5

-102

Under 10.5

-127

Sam Merrill (Cavaliers)

Over 8.5

-120

Under 8.5

-108

Lonzo Ball (Cavaliers)

Over 7.5

-102

Under 7.5

-127

Jaylon Tyson (Cavaliers)

Over 6.5

-115

Under 6.5

-112

Guerschon Yabusele (Knicks)

Over 6.5

-109

Under 6.5

-119

Mitchell Robinson (Knicks)

Over 5.5

-114

Under 5.5

-112

Jalen Brunson (Knicks)

Over 6.5

-152

Under 6.5

+114

Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)

Over 5.5

-127

Under 5.5

-105

Josh Hart (Knicks)

Over 4.5

+103

Under 4.5

-133

Evan Mobley (Cavaliers)

Over 3.5

+128

Under 3.5

-175

Mikal Bridges (Knicks)

Over 3.5

-108

Under 3.5

-125

Lonzo Ball (Cavaliers)

Over 3.5

-100

Under 3.5

-130

Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks)

Over 2.5

+104

Under 2.5

-135

Sam Merrill (Cavaliers)

Over 2.5

+144

Under 2.5

-189

Karl-Anthony Towns (Knicks)

Over 11.5

-122

Under 11.5

-109

Jarrett Allen (Cavaliers)

Over 9.5

-114

Under 9.5

-118

Evan Mobley (Cavaliers)

Over 8.5

-105

Under 8.5

-127

Mitchell Robinson (Knicks)

Over 7.5

+115

Under 7.5

-149

Josh Hart (Knicks)

Over 6.5

-143

Under 6.5

+110

OG Anunoby (Knicks)

Over 4.5

-120

Under 4.5

-112

Donovan Mitchell (Cavaliers)

Over 3.5

-137

Under 3.5

+104

Jalen Brunson (Knicks)

Over 3.5

-100

Under 3.5

-132

Mikal Bridges (Knicks)

Over 3.5

-133

Under 3.5

+102

De'Andre Hunter (Cavaliers)

Over 3.5

-104

Under 3.5

-128

Lonzo Ball (Cavaliers)

Over 3.5

+128

Under 3.5

-167

Jaylon Tyson (Cavaliers)

Over 3.5

-130

Under 3.5

-100

Guerschon Yabusele (Knicks)

Over 3.5

-111

Under 3.5

-116

Sam Merrill (Cavaliers)

Over 2.5

-125

Under 2.5

-103

Last 5 & H2H

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Cleveland Cavaliers Stats

New York Knicks Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 228.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 226.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 226.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 226.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 119.30 pts and allowed 109.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 119.50 pts and allowed 106.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 226.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 219.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 226.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 226.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 112.50 pts and allowed 113.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 111.00 pts and allowed 108.10 pts in the last 10 home games

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• 2-Pointers Made: 25.40 (54%)
• 3-Pointers Made: 15.90 (36%)
• Free Throws Made: 22.20 (79.86%)
• Rebounds: Total 47.2, Offensive 12.40, Defensive 34.80
• Assists: 22.10
• Blocks: 4.60
• Steals: 9.40
• Turnovers : 12.70
• Personal Fouls: 18.70

Last 10 Games on the Road

• 2-Pointers Made: 25.90 (56%)
• 3-Pointers Made: 16.00 (39%)
• Free Throws Made: 21.10 (78.15%)
• Rebounds: Total 47.5, Offensive 10.90, Defensive 36.60
• Assists: 24.60
• Blocks: 4.80
• Steals: 8.40
• Turnovers : 13.00
• Personal Fouls: 18.50

Team Stats - Avg/Game

Last 10 Games

• 2-Pointers Made: 29.10 (54%)
• 3-Pointers Made: 10.70 (33%)
• Free Throws Made: 22.20 (77.62%)
• Rebounds: Total 43.2, Offensive 12.60, Defensive 30.60
• Assists: 20.00
• Blocks: 4.30
• Steals: 6.80
• Turnovers : 13.70
• Personal Fouls: 21.10

Last 10 Home Games

• 2-Pointers Made: 30.60 (55%)
• 3-Pointers Made: 10.80 (33%)
• Free Throws Made: 17.40 (74.36%)
• Rebounds: Total 42.4, Offensive 11.90, Defensive 30.50
• Assists: 21.20
• Blocks: 4.70
• Steals: 7.50
• Turnovers : 12.30
• Personal Fouls: 21.10

Live Streaming

You can watch and bet on NBA games thanks to the live streaming service that’s available. This is only available to eligible sportsbook customers and is subject to geo-restrictions.

You can log into your betting account on a daily basis and enjoy the chance to access high quality streams.

Cavaliers vs Knicks Live Stream Watch Live Geo-restrictions apply. To use the services you need to be logged in, a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.

Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Starting Lineups

Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.

NBA Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Division Conference League

East Atlantic	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
76ers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Raptors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

East Central	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Bulls	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Cavaliers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pistons	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pacers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bucks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

East Southeast	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hornets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Heat	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Magic	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Wizards	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

West Northwest	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Thunder	1	0	1	125	124	1	1-0	0-0	0-0	1-0	1-0	1W
Nuggets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Timberwolves	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Trail Blazers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Jazz	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

West Pacific	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Warriors	1	0	1	119	109	10	0-0	1-0	1-0	1-0	1-0	1W
Lakers	0	1	0	109	119	-10	0-1	0-0	0-1	0-1	0-1	1L
Clippers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Suns	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

West Southwest	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Rockets	0	1	0	124	125	-1	0-0	0-1	0-0	0-1	0-1	1L
Mavericks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Grizzlies	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pelicans	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Spurs	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

Eastern Conference	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
76ers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Raptors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bulls	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Cavaliers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pistons	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pacers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bucks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hornets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Heat	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Magic	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Wizards	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

Western Conference	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Warriors	1	0	1	119	109	10	0-0	1-0	1-0	1-0	1-0	1W
Thunder	1	0	1	125	124	1	1-0	0-0	0-0	1-0	1-0	1W
Rockets	0	1	0	124	125	-1	0-0	0-1	0-0	0-1	0-1	1L
Lakers	0	1	0	109	119	-10	0-1	0-0	0-1	0-1	0-1	1L
Nuggets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Timberwolves	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Trail Blazers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Jazz	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Clippers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Suns	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Mavericks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Grizzlies	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pelicans	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Spurs	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

NBA	W	L	PCT	PPG	OPP PPG	DIFF	Home	Road	Div	Conf	Last 10	Strk
Warriors	1	0	1	119	109	10	0-0	1-0	1-0	1-0	1-0	1W
Thunder	1	0	1	125	124	1	1-0	0-0	0-0	1-0	1-0	1W
Hawks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Celtics	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Hornets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bulls	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Cavaliers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Mavericks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Nuggets	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pistons	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Rockets	0	1	0	124	125	-1	0-0	0-1	0-0	0-1	0-1	1L
Pacers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Clippers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Lakers	0	1	0	109	119	-10	0-1	0-0	0-1	0-1	0-1	1L
Grizzlies	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Heat	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Bucks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Timberwolves	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Pelicans	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Knicks	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Magic	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
76ers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Suns	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Trail Blazers	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Kings	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Spurs	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Raptors	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Jazz	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-
Wizards	0	0	0	0	0	0	0-0	0-0	0-0	0-0	-	-

• W = Wins
• L = Losses
• PCT = Winning Percentage
• PPG = Points Per Game
• OPP PPG = Opponent Points Per Game
• DIFF = Average Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Road = Away Record
• Div = Division Record
• Conf = Conference Record
• Last 10 = Record last 10 games
• Strk = Current Streak