One big difference separating Knicks and Cavs — even if it’s not immediately apparent

The Cavaliers are, theoretically, a threat to dethrone the Knicks.

By Stefan Bondy · NY Post

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 2:08 AM

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Stefan Bondy argues the main difference between the Knicks and Cavaliers is Cleveland's history of postseason struggles.
Both the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers started the season with identical 4-4 records.
The writer notes Donovan Mitchell has been eliminated three times in playoff series by Jalen Brunson.

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Stefan Bondy of the New York Post argues that the main difference separating the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers is postseason reliability. Despite both teams holding matching 4-4 records, the writer labels the Cavaliers as theoretical contenders who have consistently struggled in the playoffs.

Bondy points to playoff shortcomings from key Cleveland players, including James Harden and Donovan Mitchell, the latter of whom has lost three playoff series to Jalen Brunson. He also criticizes the postseason physicality of frontcourt players Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen against New York.

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