Mon Dec 27, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
118
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 30 | 23 | 26 | 113 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 33 | 31 | 32 | 22 | 118 |
After Action Report
In Orlando, the Magic squeaked past the Knicks 118-113. The Magic got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; you could feel the revenge motivation from the Magic. The Magic locker room is humming, and it showed.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.