Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
115
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
88
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 23 | 30 | 32 | 115 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 29 | 29 | 19 | 11 | 88 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Wizards rolled past the Knicks 115-88. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Wizards stayed locked in; the Wizards pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Knicks utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Knicks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.