Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 2:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
110
away
Chemistry
Steady
Cleveland CavaliersCavs
116
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 29 | 21 | 27 | 33 | 110 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 30 | 25 | 23 | 38 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Cavaliers edged the Knicks 116-110. Cavaliers controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Cavaliers pushed the pace until the other side broke; the Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Cavaliers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Style points be damned.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.