Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
85
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
80
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Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 27 | 15 | 21 | 22 | 85 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 26 | 21 | 18 | 15 | 80 |
After Action Report
The Knicks knocked off the Celtics 85-80. Ugly basketball, but the Knicks did just enough. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. Add it to the list of nights the favorite forgot to show up.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Celtics · 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.