Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
116
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 29 | 25 | 27 | 35 | 116 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 29 | 23 | 42 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Knicks survived the Celtics 116-115. The Celtics had no answer for the variance gods tonight. Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Celtics. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.