Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
128
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
136
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 36 | 37 | 25 | 30 | 128 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 31 | 39 | 38 | 136 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks fended off the Heat 136-128. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Knicks cashed in. The Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Heat ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.