Playoffs · Round 2 · Game 5
New Jersey NetsNets
121
away
New York KnicksKnicks
102
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Jersey NetsNets | 27 | 41 | 24 | 29 | 121 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 34 | 20 | 22 | 26 | 102 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Nets pulled away from the Knicks 121-102. The Nets got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Nets came in with something to prove after a loss; Nets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. The Nets rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.