Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
97
away
Chemistry
Cold
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 16 | 25 | 24 | 32 | 97 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 28 | 18 | 25 | 27 | 98 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers squeaked past the Knicks 98-97. The Knicks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Cavaliers. Cavaliers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense; Knicks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Knicks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
