The New York Knicks enter Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals with a commanding 3-0 series lead over the Cleveland Cavaliers and an opportunity to punch their ticket to the NBA Finals.
After dominating the first three games of the series, New York now sits just one victory away from its first Finals appearance since 1999, while Cleveland faces a must-win situation to keep its season alive.
The matchup takes place Monday night at Rocket Arena.
How to Watch Knicks vs. Cavaliers Game 4
- Date: May 25, 2026
- Time: 8:00 p.m. ET / 5:00 p.m. PT
- Location: Rocket Arena, Cleveland
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Streaming Options: ESPN Unlimited, DirecTV Stream, YouTube TV, and other providers carrying ESPN
What’s at Stake?
For the Knicks, Game 4 represents a chance to finish off a remarkable playoff run and secure extra rest before the NBA Finals.
Led by Jalen Brunson, New York has been one of the hottest teams in basketball throughout the postseason, overwhelming opponents with elite defense, efficient offense, and outstanding depth.
Meanwhile, the Cavaliers need a historic turnaround.
Only a handful of teams in NBA history have ever recovered from a 3-0 playoff deficit, meaning Cleveland must win four consecutive games to extend its season and complete one of the greatest comebacks the league has ever seen.
The pressure will once again fall heavily on Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley to keep the Cavaliers alive.
Eastern Conference Finals Schedule
- Game 1: Knicks win
- Game 2: Knicks win
- Game 3: Knicks win
- Game 4: May 25, Cleveland
- Game 5: If necessary
- Game 6: If necessary
- Game 7: If necessary
If New York closes out the series tonight, the Knicks will advance directly to the NBA Finals and await the winner of the Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder.


