Cavaliers 115 - Knicks 107 (11/11/2026): Harden Scores 32 to Lift Cleveland

The Cleveland Cavaliers played the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday, November 11, 2026. The game ended with the Cavaliers winning 115-107. This win marked Cleveland's sixth win of the season, bringing their record to 6-6.

James Harden was a standout for the Cavaliers, scoring 32 points. He played a key role in helping his team secure this victory. His shooting was efficient, hitting 9 of 14 attempts.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

The Cavaliers started strong in the first quarter with 33 points. This gave them a ten-point lead over the Knicks, who scored 23 points. Cleveland's solid defense and scoring set the tone early on.

In the second quarter, the Knicks narrowed the gap by scoring 30 points to the Cavaliers' 26. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed with his 21 points, but the Cavaliers maintained a six-point lead at halftime.

The third quarter saw both teams scoring 23 points each. Donovan Mitchell added 23 points for the Cavaliers, maintaining their lead. His contributions, along with Harden's, kept Cleveland in a good position.

In the final quarter, the Cavaliers scored 33 points while the Knicks added 31. The consistent performance by the Cavaliers ensured their victory, despite the Knicks' efforts to close the gap.

Team Performance

Cleveland's shooting was on point, with a field goal percentage of 47.1%. They excelled at the free-throw line, making 80% of their attempts. Their rebounding, with 40 in total, helped them control the game.

The Knicks shot 49.4% from the field and were perfect from the free-throw line. However, their 11 turnovers proved costly. Despite their higher shooting accuracy, the Knicks could not overcome Cleveland's lead.

Karl-Anthony Towns led the Knicks with a double-double, collecting 21 points and 11 rebounds. Jalen Brunson also had a strong showing with 27 points. Their efforts, however, were not enough to secure a win.

Looking Forward

Next, the Cavaliers will face the Miami Heat on the road on Friday, November 13. This game offers another opportunity for Cleveland to improve their away record, which stands at 2-4.

The Knicks will travel to play the Indiana Pacers, also on November 13. They aim to bounce back from this loss and improve their conference standing.

Cleveland's head coach, Kenny Atkinson, will be pleased with his team's performance and will look to build on this win. Meanwhile, Knicks' head coach, Mike Brown, will focus on tightening their defense and reducing turnovers.

Both teams remain competitive in the Eastern Conference, with the Cavaliers ranked 8th and the Knicks at 4th. The season is still young, and both teams have ample opportunities to climb the ranks.