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Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
112
away
Chemistry Steady
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
106
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Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New York KnicksKnicks 31 26 22 33 112
Los Angeles ClippersClippers 25 30 31 20 106

After Action Report

In Los Angeles, the Knicks edged the Clippers 112-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Clippers owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Clippers · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Clippers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.