Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
121
away
Chemistry
Tense
Miami HeatHeat
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 37 | 19 | 34 | 31 | 121 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 25 | 26 | 34 | 32 | 117 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Knicks squeaked past the Heat 121-117. Knicks' offense had its way with the Heat. The Knicks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.