Sun Jan 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
88
away
Chemistry
Cold
New York KnicksKnicks
123
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 26 | 18 | 20 | 88 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 28 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 123 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Knicks ran roughshod over the Trail Blazers 123-88. The tempo dragged the Trail Blazers into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Trail Blazers answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Trail Blazers looked disjointed — chemistry issues linger. It broke open after the break.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Trail Blazers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Trail Blazers · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.