The Cleveland Cavaliers were defeated by the New York Knicks, 132 to 114, in Game 1 of the 1978 First Round on April 12, 1978.

The Cleveland Cavaliers were defeated by the New York Knicks, 132 to 114, in Game 1 of the 1978 First Round on April 12, 1978.
Knicks
Cavaliers
FG Made - Attempted
56-92
42-87
Field Goal %
60.9
48.3
3PT Made - Attempted
3PT %
FT Made - Attempted
20-25
30-42
Free Throw %
80.0
71.4
Rebounds
35
37
Offensive Rebounds
Defensive Rebounds
Assists
33
19
Steals
6
6
Blocks
8
6
Turnovers
15
20
Personal Fouls
33
23