Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
122
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 30 | 26 | 26 | 108 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 34 | 27 | 24 | 37 | 122 |
After Action Report
In Cleveland, the Cavaliers pulled away from the Knicks 122-108. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Second-chance points piled up for the Cavaliers; Cavaliers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Cavaliers rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.