Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
111
away
Chemistry
Elite
Phoenix SunsSuns
98
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 33 | 33 | 16 | 29 | 111 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 26 | 26 | 29 | 17 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Phoenix, the Knicks pulled away from the Suns 111-98. The breakneck pace played right into Knicks' hands. The Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Suns utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Suns · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.