Sat Jan 15, 2005 · 3:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
146
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
127
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 39 | 40 | 37 | 30 | 146 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 42 | 27 | 30 | 28 | 127 |
After Action Report
The Knicks handled the Bulls 146-127. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Knicks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Bulls · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Bulls · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.