As expected, the Cleveland Cavaliers started the season on Wednesday without Darius Garland , who is still recovering from his left toe surgery. The Cavaliers will have to hold down the fort without the shifty guard for a few more weeks, as the team is taking a cautious approach with him.

The Cavaliers lost to the New York Knicks , 119-111, at Madison Square Garden.

After being down by 15 points at halftime, the Cavaliers stormed back in the third quarter. They outscored the Knicks, 37-22, to tie the game, 87-87, heading into the final frame. The Knicks, however, regained control and eventually snagged the victory.

Cleveland sorely missed Garland's productivity on both ends. But the 25-year-old playmaker said he could be back on the hardwood really soon, confirming the earlier re

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