Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
109
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Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
122
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 24 | 25 | 33 | 27 | 109 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 25 | 28 | 37 | 32 | 122 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Lakers 122-109. The tempo dragged the Lakers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke; fresh off a statement win, the Lakers stayed locked in. The Knicks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Lakers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.