Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
96
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 22 | 30 | 25 | 23 | 100 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 23 | 23 | 23 | 27 | 96 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Knicks squeaked past the Celtics 100-96. The Celtics couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Knicks. The Knicks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.