Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
100
away
Chemistry
Hot
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
98
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 15 | 26 | 26 | 33 | 100 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 27 | 21 | 27 | 23 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Knicks squeaked past the Cavaliers 100-98. Knicks' offense had its way with the Cavaliers. The Knicks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Knicks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. The Knicks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.