Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
116
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
112
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 26 | 27 | 29 | 116 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 27 | 31 | 25 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Knicks snuck past the Celtics 116-112. Knicks torched the Celtics on the offensive end. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.