Lakers (
nathan) are the champions!
Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
85
away
Chemistry
Hot
Detroit PistonsPistons
91
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 11 | 27 | 28 | 19 | 85 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 22 | 23 | 18 | 28 | 91 |
After Action Report
The Pistons edged the Knicks 91-85. The Pistons won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Pistons' old heads steadied the ship in the swings; Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 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.