Fri Feb 4, 2005 · 8:00 PM
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118
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 26 | 31 | 35 | 118 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 31 | 30 | 28 | 25 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Knicks squeaked past the Kings 118-114. The Knicks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks steamroller is in full effect right now; the Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.