Wed Mar 23, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
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New York KnicksKnicks
85
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 25 | 21 | 23 | 27 | 96 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 19 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 85 |
After Action Report
The Celtics downed the Knicks 96-85. The Knicks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Celtics. Celtics' defenders refused to give up clean looks; second-chance points piled up for the Knicks. The Celtics bench chemistry carried them. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.