Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
97
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Chemistry
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New York KnicksKnicks
116
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 29 | 24 | 20 | 24 | 97 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 24 | 37 | 27 | 28 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Knicks took care of the Trail Blazers 116-97. Knicks torched the Trail Blazers on the offensive end. The Knicks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Knicks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.