Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
120
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 23 | 25 | 26 | 28 | 102 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 27 | 29 | 33 | 31 | 120 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Knicks outlasted the Rockets 120-102. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.