After losing just 18 games all season a year ago, the Cavaliers are in danger of reaching that total in January this season. With Darius Garland and Jarrett Allen underwhelming and nobody's shots falling, Cleveland's contender status is in serious doubt. The Cavs enter Christmas with a 17-14 record and in seventh place in the East.

Knicks guard Miles McBride suffered an ankle injury on December 7 and it is still not clear when he might return.

New York Knicks point guard Jalen Brunson will be in the lineup for the team when they take on the Cavs on Christmas.

The Cleveland Cavaliers will play the New York Knicks. In games played in the Eastern Conference, the Knicks are 16-8. New York has outscored opponent.

New York Knicks fans hoping Donte DiVincenzo returns to the team will likely be disappointed by the Feb. 5 trade deadline.