New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Nov 5, with the latest lineups and odds
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: New York Knicks at Cleveland Cavaliers, 7 November 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Projected minutes| New York Knicks | Position | Cleveland Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
Jalen Brunson 34.9 mpg · 25.6 pts  | PG |  James Harden 34.6 mpg · 16.6 pts |
Landry Shamet 19.7 mpg · 9.4 pts  | SG |  Donovan Mitchell 33.7 mpg · 22.5 pts |
OG Anunoby 33.7 mpg · 16.6 pts  | SF |  Tyrese Proctor 5.3 mpg · 6.3 pts |
Mikal Bridges 27.4 mpg · 6.3 pts  | PF |  Evan Mobley 33.2 mpg · 18.8 pts |
Karl-Anthony Towns 31.8 mpg · 19.9 pts  | C |  Jarrett Allen 23.6 mpg · 13.3 pts |
Starters are not published in advance. These five are the heaviest minute-earners on each contracted roster who can cover all five positions between them. Every game's starting lineups →
Depth chart
Quick answers2 questions
What are the New York Knicks vs Cleveland Cavaliers starting lineups?
For 7 November 2026, the New York Knicks are expected to start Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl-Anthony Towns, Mikal Bridges and Landry Shamet. The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to start James Harden, Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, Jarrett Allen and Tyrese Proctor. Ruled out from the usual starters: Josh Hart (Out), Peyton Watson (Out).
Who is out for Knicks vs Cavaliers?
For 7 November 2026, the New York Knicks are without 1 player: Josh Hart (Out), and the Cleveland Cavaliers are without 2 players: Jaylon Tyson (Out) and Peyton Watson (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off. A player listed as questionable still counts in the expected five above.