Thu Feb 24, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Philadelphia 76ers76ers
120
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
123
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia 76ers76ers | 22 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 120 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 28 | 41 | 26 | 123 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Knicks survived the 76ers 123-120. The breakneck pace played right into Knicks' hands. Fresh off a statement win, the Knicks stayed locked in; 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
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- 76ers · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- 76ers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 76ers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- 76ers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.