Sat Mar 26, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
113
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 24 | 31 | 30 | 113 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 22 | 31 | 29 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Knicks squeaked past the Trail Blazers 113-111. The Knicks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.