Sat Jan 29, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
117
away
Chemistry
Steady
Detroit PistonsPistons
115
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Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 31 | 30 | 24 | 117 |
| Detroit PistonsPistons | 26 | 34 | 25 | 30 | 115 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Knicks snuck past the Pistons 117-115. Knicks controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Knicks' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; the Pistons answered the bell with a bounce-back effort.
What tipped it
- Pistons · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.