Sun Apr 17, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
116
away
Chemistry
Cold
New York KnicksKnicks
124
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 31 | 34 | 27 | 24 | 116 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 31 | 32 | 25 | 36 | 124 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Hawks 124-116. The tempo dragged the Hawks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Hawks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hawks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Hawks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.