Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
102
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 21 | 26 | 26 | 29 | 102 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 20 | 25 | 20 | 31 | 96 |
After Action Report
The Knicks shocked the Celtics 102-96. The Knicks won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. The Knicks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Celtics' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Celtics · 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.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.