Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
129
away
Chemistry
Hot
Phoenix SunsSuns
126
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 39 | 31 | 33 | 26 | 129 |
| Phoenix SunsSuns | 31 | 33 | 31 | 31 | 126 |
After Action Report
The Knicks snuck past the Suns 129-126. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Suns came in with something to prove after a loss. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Suns · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Suns · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.