Nate Ulrich joined Baskin and Phelps to break down the Cavaliers' loss to the Knicks, and explained how the Cavs gave up a 22-point lead to lose the game in overtime. He discussed the adjustments the team needed to make and didn't, what he believes Kenny Atkinson need to do between now and game 2, and which players he thinks needs to step up in order for them to bounce back.
Nate Ulrich: Cavs needed everything to go wrong to give up a 22 point lead, and everything did
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 19: Landry Shamet #44 of the New York Knicks reacts during the fourth quarter of a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers 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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