NEW YORK — The Cavaliers entered Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals looking to rebound from one of the most back-breaking losses in recent NBA history.
In Game 1, the Cavs led by 22 points in the fourth quarter and analytically had a 99.9% chance of stealing a game in New York before Jalen Brunson tore apart James Harden and the Cleveland defense en route to a wild overtime win.
In Game 2, the Knicks used an 18-0 third-quarter run to take command en route to a 109-93 win to take a 2-0 series lead. Game 3 is set for May 23 at Rocket Arena.
Here is an instant reaction to Cavs-Knicks Game 2 from Beacon Journal writer Ryan Lewis.
Cavs vs Knicks Game 2: Ryan Lewis’ instant reaction
Ryan Lewis covers the Cavaliers for the Akron Beacon Journal. He can be reached at rlewis1@gannett.com.
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Reporting by Ryan Lewis, Akron Beacon Journal / Akron Beacon Journal
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