Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
132
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
129
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 39 | 27 | 29 | 37 | 132 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 29 | 29 | 34 | 37 | 129 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards survived the Knicks 132-129. The Wizards got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Wizards' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.