Knicks vs Cavaliers Prediction and NBA Tips - 20 May 2026
Last updated: May 20, 2026, 12:10AM | Published: May 19, 2026, 2:00PM
The New York Knicks will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, commencing at 10:00am AEST.
Led by the likes of Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby, the Knicks are aiming to beat a Cavaliers side that includes Donovan Mitchell, James Harden and Evan Mobley.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Knicks vs Cavaliers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's New York vs Cleveland NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Knicks a 71% chance of defeating the Cavaliers in Game 1 of the 2026 Eastern Conference Finals.
Knicks vs Cavaliers: Game 1 Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Madison Square Garden are listed here:
- Head to Head: Knicks $1.42, Cavaliers $2.95
- Line: Knicks -6.5 ($1.95), Cavaliers +6.5 ($1.87)
- Total (Over/Under 218 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 Knicks at $1.42 and the Cavaliers at $2.95.
The Knicks are 6.5-point favourites against the Cavaliers, with odds of $1.95 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Cavaliers (+6.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.87.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 218 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Knicks (-6.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 218-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Knicks vs Cavaliers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New York at $1.42 with Bet365
- Line: Knicks -6.5 at $1.95 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 218 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Knicks vs Cavaliers best bets are based on world-class modelling and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Knicks vs Cavaliers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Knicks vs Cavaliers in Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Finals this Wednesday is the Knicks winning 112-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New York vs Cleveland game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
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Knicks vs Cavaliers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Knicks and Cavaliers in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals is scheduled to commence at 10:00am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Wednesday 20 May 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEST
- Venue: Madison Square Garden
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New York vs Cleveland predictions are the result of 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 trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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