Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
115
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
116
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 30 | 26 | 25 | 34 | 115 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 25 | 32 | 25 | 34 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Knicks survived the Wizards 116-115. The tempo dragged the Wizards into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.