(New York, NY) -- The Cavaliers are putting pressure on the 76ers after a 123-109 win over the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Cleveland is a half game behind Philadelphia for the third seed in the Eastern Conference.
LeBron James tallied 26 points and 11 assists, while Kevin Love hit six threes on his way to 28 points in the victory. New York rookie Frank Ntilikina had a career-high 17 points with six boards and five helpers.
The Knicks and Nets are tied for the eighth-worst record in the NBA at 28-and-53. Monday's win is the 50th of the season for the Cavs, and they have clinched the Central Division crown.
The Cavaliers finish the regular season Wednesday night, hosting the Knicks at The Q.
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