Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
108
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 23 | 28 | 27 | 108 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 33 | 28 | 29 | 22 | 112 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Hornets survived the Knicks 112-108. The breakneck pace played right into Hornets' hands. Second-chance points piled up for the Hornets; Hornets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Hornets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.