Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Tue Apr 19, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
105
away
Chemistry
Hot
Chicago BullsBulls
99
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 22 | 34 | 23 | 26 | 105 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 26 | 27 | 17 | 29 | 99 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Bulls 105-99. The better team simply showed up tonight. Second-chance points piled up for the Knicks; Knicks' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Bulls · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.