Sat Jan 1, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
88
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Chemistry
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New York KnicksKnicks
121
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 22 | 29 | 20 | 17 | 88 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 31 | 36 | 28 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Knicks ran roughshod over the Nets 121-88. The Knicks got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.