Tue Nov 23, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Atlanta HawksHawks
109
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New York KnicksKnicks
136
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 24 | 26 | 31 | 28 | 109 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 37 | 32 | 30 | 37 | 136 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks demolished the Hawks 136-109. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Knicks cashed in. The Knicks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Hawks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hawks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.