Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
111
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
117
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami HeatHeat | 27 | 27 | 27 | 30 | 111 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 30 | 27 | 30 | 117 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks fended off the Heat 117-111. 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.