Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
86
away
Chemistry
Tense
Detroit PistonsPistons
124
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 14 | 19 | 27 | 86 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 31 | 28 | 33 | 32 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Pistons ran roughshod over the Knicks 124-86. The Knicks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Pistons came in with something to prove after a loss; Pistons' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Pistons locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Pistons per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.