Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
104
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New York KnicksKnicks
112
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 24 | 25 | 29 | 104 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 31 | 24 | 28 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Celtics 112-104. The tempo dragged the Celtics into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Celtics owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Knicks rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.