Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
102
away
Chemistry
Tense
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 33 | 28 | 19 | 22 | 102 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 29 | 24 | 28 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Cavaliers squeaked past the Knicks 104-102. The Knicks couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Cavaliers. Cavaliers' outside barrage was a constant threat; Knicks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Knicks looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. Cavaliers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.