Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
107
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Chemistry
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New York KnicksKnicks
115
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 30 | 31 | 25 | 21 | 107 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 25 | 33 | 29 | 28 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Knicks held off the Trail Blazers 115-107. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Knicks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.