Tue Mar 8, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
87
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 15 | 28 | 20 | 24 | 87 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 24 | 24 | 36 | 37 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Knicks buried the Wizards 121-87. Lineup balance gave the Knicks a clear synergy edge. The Knicks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; the Knicks bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Wizards · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.