Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
84
away
Chemistry
Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
92
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 17 | 24 | 18 | 25 | 84 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 23 | 18 | 27 | 24 | 92 |
After Action Report
The Magic outlasted the Knicks 92-84. The Magic won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Magic couldn't shake the cold spell; Magic's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- 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.