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The Cleveland Cavaliers will travel to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks on Christmas Day.

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The Knicks, led by star Jalen Brunson, have been among the hottest teams in the NBA. Coming off an NBA Cup championship, they’ll look to continue their dominance in the East against the Cavs.

The Cavaliers, on the other hand, are off to a peculiar start. Cleveland started the season 7-3 but has since fallen to a play-in spot in the standings.

Cleveland is, of course, led by Donovan Mitchell, who is averaging north of 30 points per game on nearly 50% shooting from the field. He’ll have his hands full against a Knicks team with plenty of depth.

Who will start their Christmas with a win?

Here’s everything you need to know to watch Thursday’s game between the Knicks and Cavs, including TV and streaming options.

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What channel is Knicks vs. Cavs on today?

Knicks vs. Cavs will air nationally on ESPN and ABC as part of the Christmas Day slate. Viewers can stream the game live on the new ESPN app.

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Knicks vs. Cavs start time

The Knicks vs. Cavs will tip off at 12 p.m. ET, from Madison Sqaure Garden in New York.

Knicks vs. Cavs radio station

Fans can listen to Thursday’s Knicks vs. Cavs game live on SiriusXM via channels 82 (Cavs broadcast), and 86 (Knicks).

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Knicks schedule 2025-26

Here’s a look at New York’s next five games

Date

Game

Time (ET)

Sat., Dec. 27

at Hawks

8 p.m.

Mon., Dec. 29

at Pelicans

8 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 31

at Spurs

7 p.m.

Fri., Jan. 2

vs. Hawks

7:30 p.m.

Sat., Jan. 3

vs. 76ers

7:30 p.m.

Cavs schedule 2025-26

Here is a look at Cleveland’s next five games

Date

Game

Time (ET)

Sat., Dec. 27

at Rockets

8 p.m.

Mon., Dec. 29

at Spurs

8 p.m.

Wed., Dec. 31

vs. Suns

3:30 p.m.

Fri., Jan. 2

vs. Nuggets

7:30 p.m.

Sun., Jan. 4

vs. Pistons

2 p.m.

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