Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
109
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
119
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 32 | 26 | 23 | 109 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 32 | 26 | 30 | 119 |
After Action Report
In Detroit, the Pistons pulled away from the Knicks 119-109. Pistons torched the Knicks on the offensive end. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; fresh off a statement win, the Knicks stayed locked in. Tonight's Knicks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.