Thu Nov 18, 2004 · 9:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
79
away
Chemistry
Steady
Houston RocketsRockets
105
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 14 | 14 | 29 | 22 | 79 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 32 | 20 | 20 | 33 | 105 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets demolished the Knicks 105-79. Ugly basketball, but the Rockets did just enough. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; the Rockets bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Knicks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Tonight's Knicks utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Knicks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.