Tue Feb 22, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
136
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 39 | 39 | 30 | 136 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 34 | 29 | 27 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Knicks rolled past the Pistons 136-116. Knicks' offense had its way with the Pistons. The Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 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.