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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.