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Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
110
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Detroit PistonsPistons
104
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Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New York KnicksKnicks 34 27 26 23 110
Detroit PistonsPistons 31 23 24 26 104

After Action Report

In Detroit, the Knicks outlasted the Pistons 110-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Pistons · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Pistons · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Pistons · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Pistons · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • 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.