The New York Knicks are set to host the Cleveland Cavaliers as they face each other at their upcoming fixture of the ongoing NBA 2025-26 season. The Knicks are 2nd in the Eastern Conference, ahead of the encounter, and are 20-9. On the other hand, the Cavaliers are 7th in the Eastern Conference with a 17-14 record.
The Knicks are coming off a loss against the Timberwolves, where Anthony Edwards scored 38 points to hand the side an 11-104 win. The Cavaliers, meanwhile, defeated the New Orleans Pelicans in their most recent fixture with a score of 141-118.
As they face each other next, both sides will need their full health squad to improve their records. A look at the teams’ latest injuries and updates on who will be out when they face off at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Knicks vs Cavaliers final injury report ahead of NBA 2025-26 match
For the Knicks, Landry Shamet has been sidelined due to a shoulder injury, along with Miles McBride, following an ankle injury. For the Cavaliers, Larry Nance Jr., Max Strus, and Evan Mobley have been ruled out. A look at the full injury report of both teams.
Knicks final injury report vs Cavaliers NBA 2025-26 match
- Jalen Brunson; Day-to-day (ankle)
- Landry Shamet; Out (shoulder)
- Guerschon Yabusele; Day-to-day (illness)
- OG Anunoby; Day-to-day (ankle)
- Miles McBride; Out (ankle)
Cavaliers final injury report vs Knicks NBA 2025-26 match
- Lonzo Ball; Day-to-day (knee)
- Larry Nance Jr.; Out (calf)
- Max Strus; Out (foot)
- Evan Mobley; Out (calf)
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