Fri Dec 10, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
118
away
Chemistry
Elite
Washington WizardsWizards
112
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 32 | 29 | 27 | 118 |
| Washington WizardsWizards | 34 | 26 | 27 | 25 | 112 |
After Action Report
In Washington, the Knicks outlasted the Wizards 118-112. The tempo dragged the Wizards into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Wizards · 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.