CURSD Match Report: Cleveland Cavaliers π Unlucky (-19) | New York Knicks π Lucky (+19)
Cleveland Cavaliers 108 - 121 New York Knicks (Playoffs). Cleveland Cavaliers shot 57% eFG, New York Knicks shot 63% eFG. The data says Cleveland Cavaliers deserved better in this playoff game.
The Data
| Stat | Cleveland Cavaliers | New York Knicks |
|---|---|---|
| Final | 108 | 121 |
| FG | 42-84 (50%) | 43-77 (56%) |
| 3PT | 12-41 (29%) | 11-28 (39%) |
| FT | 12-19 (63%) | 24-27 (89%) |
| eFG% | 57.1% | 63.0% |
| Rebounds (off) | 34 (9) | 37 (8) |
| Assists | 22 | 27 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Fouls | 22 | 19 |
Key Signals
- Cleveland Cavaliers won the efficiency battle (57% vs 63% eFG) but lost
Verdict
CURSD Match Score: Cleveland Cavaliers -19 (Unlucky) | New York Knicks +19 (Lucky)
Cleveland Cavaliers were on the wrong side of the variance, but it wasn't egregious.

