# One big difference separating Knicks and Cavs — even if it’s not immediately apparent

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/one-big-difference-separating-knicks-and-cavs-even-if-its-not-immediately-apparent/
- Published: 2026-11-06T02:08:33+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-06T02:21:55+00:00
- Original publisher: New York Post (publisher lean: Right)
- Original article: https://nypost.com/2026/11/05/sports/theres-one-big-difference-separating-knicks-and-cavs/
- Topics: World

## Key points

- Cleveland has matched New York at 4-4.
- The Cavaliers have a strong regular-season record.
- Their playoff struggles are the article’s main concern.

## Summary

The Cavaliers appear to be a threat to challenge the Knicks in the Eastern Conference, with a strong recent record and several high-profile players. But the article argues their playoff record makes them a theoretical contender until they show they can perform under postseason pressure.

Cleveland shares the Knicks’ 4-4 record and has led the East in wins over the past two seasons. The article points to James Harden’s postseason struggles, Donovan Mitchell’s three playoff series defeats to Jalen Brunson, and Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen’s poor performances against New York as reasons for doubt.

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