Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
133
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Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
123
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 36 | 38 | 28 | 31 | 133 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 29 | 35 | 33 | 26 | 123 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Knicks handled the Hornets 133-123. The tempo dragged the Hornets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.