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Cleveland Cavaliers Dominate at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse Against New York Knicks

In a display of home-court advantage, the Cleveland Cavaliers outperformed the New York Knicks with a final score of 107-90. The Cavaliers now boast a 51-31 record, while the Knicks stand at 47-35.


CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 18: Isaac Okoro #35 of the Cleveland Cavaliers smiles before Round One Game Two of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks on April 18, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

The Cleveland Cavaliers showcased their offensive capabilities in front of a packed crowd at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse. The team's field goal percentage was an impressive 49 percent, with three-point shots falling at an even more remarkable rate of 42 percent. This sharpshooting contributed to their substantial lead throughout the game, peaking at 29 points over the Knicks.


The home team's defensive efforts were equally notable as they amassed seven blocks and ten steals during the game. Their defensive rating stood strong at approximately 93 points per hundred possessions, reflecting their ability to limit the Knicks' scoring opportunities effectively.


CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 18: Darius Garland #10 of the Cleveland Cavaliers smiles before Round One Game Two of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks on April 18, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

On offense, the Cavaliers distributed well among themselves with a total of 26 assists leading to scores. They also capitalized on second-chance opportunities by converting them into 17 points from just ten attempts – an impressive conversion rate of about 70 percent.


The bench played a significant role in this victory by contributing a solid 36 points to the overall tally. Moreover, they managed to turn over possession from New York eighteen times and converted these into an additional thirty-two points for Cleveland.


CLEVELAND, OH - APRIL 18: Donovan Mitchell #45 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball during Round One Game Two of the 2023 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks on April 18, 2023 at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2023 NBAE (Photo by David Liam Kyle/NBAE via Getty Images)

While focusing on Cleveland's performance is paramount for fans, it is worth acknowledging that New York fought valiantly despite trailing behind. They managed fourteen steals and blocked five attempted shots by Cleveland but struggled with shooting efficiency across all fronts – managing only about forty-five percent from two-point range and twenty-four percent from beyond the arc.


As for individual performances that stood out: one player was particularly efficient on court contributing significantly across various metrics including scoring and defense which reflected in his high efficiency game score compared to others who played that night.


Looking ahead after this commanding performance, fans can catch The Cleveland Cavaliers next as they face off against The New York Knicks once again; this time away from home turf at Madison Square Garden on April twenty-first at eight-thirty PM Eastern Time. Fans can tune into ABC nationally or MSG channel six hundred thirty-four for local coverage in New York or BSOH channel six hundred sixty for away coverage.

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