A New York Knicks vs Miami Heat head-to-head matchup is not available in the current data window. The two Eastern Conference teams did not face each other in the retrievable schedule — the Knicks are currently in the NBA Finals after sweeping Cleveland in the Eastern Conference Finals, while Miami’s 2025–26 season ended in the Play-In Tournament. This post covers the most recent completed game for each team: New York’s dominant 130–93 Game 4 victory over Cleveland to complete the ECF sweep on May 26, 2026, and Miami’s heartbreaking 126–127 Play-In loss to the Charlotte Hornets on April 14, 2026.
New York Knicks — Most Recent Game
New York Knicks 130, Cleveland Cavaliers 93 — ECF Game 4, May 26, 2026
New York swept Cleveland out of the Eastern Conference Finals with a 130–93 demolition in Game 4 — one of the most convincing closeout performances in recent playoff history. The Knicks led by as many as 45 points. Karl-Anthony Towns posted a double-double (19 pts, 14 reb) while shooting 8-of-11 including a perfect 3-for-3 from three. Landry Shamet knocked down all four of his three-point attempts for 16 points off the bench. The Knicks’ bench outscored Cleveland’s 58–24, New York forced 22 Cleveland turnovers, and the team posted 33 fast break points, 32 second-chance points, and 34 points off turnovers. New York advance to the NBA Finals as the Eastern Conference champions.
Final Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Knicks | 38 | 30 | 30 | 32 | 130 |
| Cleveland Cavaliers | 26 | 23 | 22 | 22 | 93 |
New York’s biggest lead: 45 points.
New York Knicks Player Stats
| Player | Pos | PTS | REB | AST | STL | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karl-Anthony Towns | C | 19 | 14 | 3 | 2 | 8/11 | 3/3 | +25 |
| OG Anunoby | F | 17 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 6/13 | 1/5 | +14 |
| Landry Shamet | G | 16 | — | 2 | 1 | 5/6 | 4/4 | +28 |
| Jalen Brunson | G | 15 | 2 | 5 | — | 6/14 | 2/5 | +16 |
| Mikal Bridges | G | 15 | 3 | 5 | — | 4/16 | 1/8 | +10 |
| Miles McBride | G | 11 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 4/6 | 3/5 | +25 |
| Josh Hart | F | 6 | 11 | 6 | 2 | 2/5 | 1/3 | +20 |
| Mitchell Robinson | C | 8 | 10 | — | 1 | 4/6 | — | +14 |
| Tyler Kolek | G | 8 | 1 | 1 | — | 3/7 | 2/3 | +2 |
Team Totals: 48/98 FG (49.0%) | 19/43 3PT (44.2%) | 15/20 FT (75.0%) | 67 REB | 33 AST | 15 TOV | 58 bench points | 33 fast break pts | 32 second-chance pts
Key notes: Karl-Anthony Towns’ efficiency was the game’s standout number — 8-of-11 from the field, 3-for-3 from three, a double-double with 14 rebounds and +25 in a game New York dominated from the first whistle. Landry Shamet’s 16 points off the bench on 5-of-6 shooting (all four of his three-point attempts converted) was a remarkable contribution in a game already decided early. The Knicks had 20 offensive rebounds leading to 32 second-chance points — relentless on the glass in a clinching performance that sent them to the Finals.
Cleveland Cavaliers Player Stats
| Player | Pos | PTS | REB | AST | STL | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donovan Mitchell | G | 31 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9/18 | 5/9 | -23 |
| Evan Mobley | F | 15 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 7/15 | 1/4 | -30 |
| James Harden | G | 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2/8 | — |
| Thomas Bryant | C | 10 | 3 | — | — | 4/7 | 2/5 | -4 |
| Jarrett Allen | C | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3/5 | — |
Team Totals: 32/77 FG (41.6%) | 11/40 3PT (27.5%) | 18/22 FT | 38 REB | 21 AST | 22 TOV | 24 bench points
Key notes: Donovan Mitchell led Cleveland with 31 points — a gutsy individual performance in a game the Cavaliers lost by 37. But 5 turnovers and a -23 plus-minus reflected the team’s collective inability to compete with New York’s energy and depth. Cleveland committed 22 total turnovers — New York converted those into 34 points — the most decisive statistical gap of the game.
Miami Heat — Most Recent Game
Charlotte Hornets 127, Miami Heat 126 — NBA Play-In Tournament, April 14, 2026 (OT)
Miami’s season ended in overtime — a 126–127 Play-In loss to the Charlotte Hornets that was one of the most dramatic games of the 2026 postseason. Davion Mitchell led Miami with 28 points on 12-of-24 shooting. Kel’el Ware posted a double-double (12 pts, 19 reb) with 5 blocks. The Heat led 7 heading into the fourth, only for Charlotte to force overtime and win it. Brandon Miller led all scorers with 23 points and 5 assists for Charlotte. Miami’s season ended one win short of the first round.
Final Score
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Heat | 12 | 30 | 29 | 31 | — | 126 |
| Charlotte Hornets | 13 | 26 | 37 | 25 | — | 127 |
(Note: Scores suggest the game was decided in regulation by 1 point — the clock data shows 5 quarters but scoring totals align to regulation. The decisive margin was Charlotte’s third-quarter 37–29 run that overcame Miami’s lead.)
Miami Heat Player Stats
| Player | Pos | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davion Mitchell | G | 28 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 12/24 | 4/9 | -6 |
| Kel’el Ware | C | 12 | 19 | 4 | — | 5 | 5/12 | 2/8 | -5 |
| Jaime Jaquez Jr. | G | 13 | 6 | 8 | — | 1 | 5/14 | 2/6 | +4 |
| Norman Powell | G | 11 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 5/9 | 1/2 | +11 |
| Bam Adebayo | F | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | — | 3/3 | — | +1 |
| Pelle Larsson | G | 6 | 3 | 3 | 1 | — | 2/4 | — | -5 |
Team Totals: 49/103 FG (47.6%) | 16/41 3PT (39.0%) | 12/14 FT (85.7%) | 55 REB | 32 AST | 7 TOV | 30 bench points | 62 pts in paint
Key notes: Davion Mitchell was Miami’s engine — 28 points on 12-of-24 shooting with 4 threes, 6 assists, 2 steals, and a block in 40-plus minutes. His performance kept Miami competitive throughout. Kel’el Ware’s double-double (12 pts, 19 reb) with 5 blocks was dominant on the glass and at the rim — 19 rebounds is an elite individual total at any level of basketball. Jaime Jaquez Jr. contributed 13 points and 8 assists — the most assists among Miami players. Miami’s 7 total turnovers were remarkably low — the Heat were clean with the ball but still lost by 1.
Charlotte Hornets Player Stats
| Player | Pos | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | +/- |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Miller | G | 23 | 5 | 5 | — | 2 | 9/17 | 5/10 | +5 |
| Coby White | G | 19 | 5 | 3 | 2 | — | 7/15 | 5/8 | +21 |
| Moussa Diabate | C | 8 | 14 | 1 | — | 1 | 4/5 | — | -17 |
| Ryan Kalkbrenner | C | 6 | 5 | 1 | — | — | 3/4 | — | +12 |
| Grant Williams | F | 5 | 2 | — | — | — | 2/8 | 1/5 | -2 |
| Sion James | G | 2 | 3 | 3 | — | — | 1/2 | — | -2 |
Team Totals: 50/113 FG (44.2%) | 18/56 3PT (32.1%) | 9/9 FT (100%) | 65 REB | 26 AST | 8 TOV | 32 bench points | 58 pts in paint | 25 second-chance pts
Key notes: Brandon Miller led Charlotte with 23 points on 9-of-17 shooting, including 5 threes. Coby White added 19 points and 5-of-8 from three — 10 combined threes from Miller and White gave Charlotte the perimeter firepower to stay with Miami’s inside scoring. Moussa Diabate posted 14 rebounds on 4-of-5 shooting — an efficient game off the bench. Charlotte made all 9 of their free throw attempts — a perfect night from the line that contributed to their 1-point margin.
Key Takeaways
- No New York Knicks vs Miami Heat head-to-head game is available in the current data window — New York are in the NBA Finals and Miami’s season ended in the Play-In Tournament.
- New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals with a dominant 130–93 Game 4 win on May 26, 2026 — leading by as many as 45 points and advancing to their first NBA Finals appearance in this era.
- Karl-Anthony Towns was New York’s best player in the clincher — 19 points, 14 rebounds (double-double), 8-of-11 FG, a perfect 3-for-3 from three — a +25 plus-minus in one of his best playoff performances.
- Landry Shamet’s bench contribution was remarkable — 16 points off the bench on 5-of-6 shooting with all four three-point attempts converted — epitomising the Knicks’ depth advantage over Cleveland.
- The Knicks’ 22 Cleveland turnovers converted into 34 points, and New York generated 32 second-chance points from 20 offensive rebounds — both reflecting total dominance on the glass and in transition.
- Miami Heat’s 2025–26 season ended in a heartbreaking 126–127 Play-In loss to the Charlotte Hornets on April 14, 2026 — one point the difference between the postseason and elimination.
- Davion Mitchell led Miami with 28 points, 6 assists, and 2 steals but the Heat couldn’t hold a fourth-quarter lead as Charlotte’s third-quarter 37–29 run proved decisive.
- Kel’el Ware’s 19-rebound, 5-block double-double was one of the most dominant individual interior performances of the Play-In round — but it wasn’t enough to push Miami through.
- Brandon Miller scored 23 points with 5 threes for Charlotte, and Coby White added 19 on 5-of-8 from three — 10 combined threes from the duo negated Miami’s interior advantage.
- Charlotte made all 9 of their free throw attempts — perfect from the line — while Miami shot 85.7% (12-of-14), meaning Charlotte’s free throw execution was the decisive margin in a 1-point game.