Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
98
away
Chemistry
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New York KnicksKnicks
107
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 23 | 26 | 27 | 22 | 98 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 23 | 26 | 26 | 32 | 107 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks fended off the Hawks 107-98. The better team simply showed up tonight. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Hawks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hawks · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Hawks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.