Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
95
away
Chemistry
Tense
Boston CelticsCeltics
116
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 24 | 26 | 21 | 24 | 95 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 23 | 34 | 25 | 116 |
After Action Report
The Celtics blew the doors off the Knicks 116-95. The Celtics got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. Celtics' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Celtics locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Celtics per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. The second half turned a coin-flip into a runaway.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.