Cavaliers vs Knicks Prediction and NBA Tips - 24 May 2026
Last updated: May 24, 2026, 12:06AM | Published: May 23, 2026, 2:01PM
The Cleveland Cavaliers will sqaure off with the New York Knicks in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Rocket Arena on Sunday, starting at 10:00am AEST.
Led by star players Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley, the Cavaliers are aiming to beat a Knicks team that includes Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Cavaliers vs Knicks game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's Cleveland vs New York NBA Playoffs match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Cavaliers a 61% chance of winning against the Knicks in Game 3 of the 2026 Eastern Conference Finals.
Cavaliers vs Knicks: Game 3 Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Rocket Arena are shown below:
- Head to Head: Cavaliers $1.67, Knicks $2.25
- Line: Cavaliers -3.5 ($1.91), Knicks +3.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 216 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Cavaliers at $1.67 and the Knicks at $2.25.
The Cavaliers are 3.5-point favourites against the Knicks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Knicks (+3.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 216 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Cavaliers (-3.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 216-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Cavaliers vs Knicks: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Cleveland at $1.67 with Bet365
- Line: Cavaliers -3.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 216 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Cavaliers vs Knicks predictions are based on complex modelling and gambling experience to provide you with the best possible advice every day of the year.
Cavaliers vs Knicks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Cavaliers vs Knicks in Game 3 of the 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Finals this Sunday is the Cavaliers winning 109-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Cleveland vs New York game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Cavaliers vs Knicks prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Cleveland vs New York game.
As always, see our Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Cavaliers vs Knicks: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Cavaliers and Knicks in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals is scheduled to start at 10:00am AEST on Sunday.
- Teams: Cleveland Cavaliers vs New York Knicks
- Date: Sunday 24 May 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEST
- Venue: Rocket Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Cleveland vs New York predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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