Chris Rose joined Baskin and Phelps and broke down the biggest issues the Cavaliers had in their game 1 loss to the Knicks and vented his frustrations over the team giving up a 22 point lead in the fourth quarter. He talked about what changes he thinks the team needs to make and where Kenny Atkinson fell short in his coaching.
Chris Rose: The Cavaliers' biggest mistake in their game 1 loss was not making any adjustments
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 19: Head coach Kenny Atkinson of the Cleveland Cavaliers looks on during overtime against the New York Knicks in Game One of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Madison Square Garden on May 19, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
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Baskin & Phelps
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