Knicks vs. Cavs Live Updates: Christmas Day Showdown

Keep up with all the action as the New York Knicks host the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Oct 22, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) controls the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (31) during the fourth quarter at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The New York Knicks are set to take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in a Christmas Day showdown of the Eastern Conference.

The Knicks' annual Holiday Game comes after New York's NBA Cup crown and in the midst of plenty of headlines. This team is considered a contender for an actual Championship, but may also be the best suitor for a blockbuster trade.

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the biggest story in New York with the Knicks as the front-runner for a deal. Maybe a Christmas gift for the Knicks after the holiday? The way things sound, it's likely.

In the meantime, New York will host the Cavaliers as two playoff-seeded teams battle for momentum heading into the new year. The Knicks haven't been too successful on the holiday, holding an all-time record of 25–32 in their 57 games. They defeated the San Antonio Spurs last season and the Milwaukee Bucks the year before that, so they'll look to continue that streak against Cleveland.

Follow along with New York Knicks On SI as the action heats up. Tip-off starts at 12:00 PM ET.

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