The New York Knicks have been in strong form, with an 8-2 record in their last 10 games, including six overs. Their recent performances have been characterised by a fast pace, particularly excelling against divisional opponents, securing victories against the Indiana Pacers and the Knicks. They have demonstrated strong rebounding and efficient outside shooting. However, a recent loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves, despite not covering the spread, suggests potential vulnerabilities in their roster depth, especially against stronger teams. Offensively, the Knicks' average free throw percentage is above the league average, allowing them to draw fouls and pressure opposing key players. The Cleveland Cavaliers are experiencing a downturn, with a 5-5 record in their last 10 games, indicating a decline in their win rate. Although they've seen three overs in their last four games, their overall consistency is lacking, and defensive lapses have led to frequent spread failures. The team struggles with a lack of ball-handlers, particularly at the point guard position, which affects their overall rhythm. They recently secured back-to-back wins against the New Orleans Pelicans and Charlotte Hornets but subsequently lost to the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards, impacting their morale. While they have some three-point shooting ability, their accuracy isn't high, often leading to closely contested games. The Knicks favour an offensive style, while the Cavaliers are known for their defensive solidity. The key aspects of this matchup will be the interior battles and the speed of transitions. If the New York Knicks can effectively contain the Cavaliers' outside shooting, they can control the game. Conversely, if the Cavaliers can limit the Knicks' drives, they have a chance to turn the game around. NBA 12-26 01:00 New York Knicks/Cleveland Cavaliers Match prediction: 239.5, Under