Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Mon Feb 7, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
Utah JazzJazz
109
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 23 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 115 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 21 | 32 | 29 | 27 | 109 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Knicks edged the Jazz 115-109. The tempo dragged the Jazz into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Jazz carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Knicks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.