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Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
74
away
Chemistry Cold
New York KnicksKnicks
122
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Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Washington WizardsWizards 20 15 18 21 74
New York KnicksKnicks 31 24 28 39 122

After Action Report

The Knicks rolled past the Wizards 122-74. Knicks' offense had its way with the Wizards. Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; the Wizards came in with something to prove after a loss. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.