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Thu Apr 7, 2005 · 7:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
110
away
Chemistry Hot
New Jersey NetsNets
100
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New York KnicksKnicks 18 29 28 35 110
New Jersey NetsNets 32 19 13 36 100

After Action Report

The Knicks handled the Nets 110-100. The tempo dragged the Nets into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Fresh off a statement win, the Knicks stayed locked in; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Ugly, but it counts the same in the standings.

What tipped it

  • Nets · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Nets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
  • Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.