Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
100
away
Chemistry
Steady
New York KnicksKnicks
95
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 23 | 32 | 24 | 21 | 100 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 24 | 28 | 11 | 95 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Cavaliers squeaked past the Knicks 100-95. The better team simply showed up tonight. Fresh off a statement win, the Cavaliers stayed locked in; Cavaliers' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Style points be damned.
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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Cavaliers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.