Thu Nov 18, 2004 · 9:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
121
away
Chemistry
Elite
Houston RocketsRockets
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 29 | 30 | 28 | 121 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 30 | 32 | 27 | 28 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Knicks snuck past the Rockets 121-117. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Fresh off a statement win, the Knicks stayed locked in; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- 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.