Brunson's Late Spark Sets Knicks' Historic OT Comeback Over Cavaliers
The Knicks erased a 22-point deficit in the fourth, then outscored Cleveland 14–3 in overtime to complete a 44–11 run and force a dramatic playoff win. Jalen Brunson carried the rally, scoring 15 of New York's 30 points in the fourth, while James Harden’s defense (and late-game miscues by Cleveland) helped fuel the surge. Cavs coach Kenny Atkinson was criticized for late timeouts and defensive switches that failed to slow Brunson; Donovan Mitchell; who was strong early, faded in the fourth. The comeback stands as the Knicks' biggest playoff triumph and a humbling setback for Cleveland as the series moves forward.