New York at Cleveland

The Knicks are that rare Eastern Conference team that can match the Cavaliers in size, length, and physicality. The teams have played twice this season. New York has won both times, 126-124, on Christmas Day and 119-111 back on opening night. Each game was in New York. Now the Cavaliers are home and playing very well. But given the matchup, Cleveland is laying too many points. Karl-Anthony Towns and center Mitchell Robinson can hold their own against Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Donovan Mitchell is a star. But so is Jalen Brunson. The Knicks rank sixth defensively, while Cleveland rates 16th, giving up four more points per game than New York. The Knicks hold a rebounding edge, too, ranking fifth. Cleveland is 13th and 14th in offensive and defensive rebounding, respectively. Take the Knicks.