Wed Jan 19, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
116
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 32 | 25 | 15 | 100 |
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 27 | 28 | 24 | 37 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Raptors handled the Knicks 116-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Raptors' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Raptors came in with something to prove after a loss. The Raptors locker room is humming, and it showed. Raptors' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Raptors · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Raptors · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Raptors · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Knicks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.