Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:30 PM
Dallas MavericksMavs
113
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
121
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas MavericksMavs | 33 | 29 | 23 | 28 | 113 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 35 | 25 | 34 | 27 | 121 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks fended off the Mavericks 121-113. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Knicks' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Knicks played with the chip of a recent gutting loss.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Knicks · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Mavericks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.