Wed Dec 8, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
140
away
Chemistry
Elite
New Orleans HornetsHornets
103
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 42 | 40 | 32 | 140 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 28 | 23 | 25 | 27 | 103 |
After Action Report
In New Orleans, the Knicks rolled past the Hornets 140-103. The breakneck pace played right into Knicks' hands. The Knicks ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Knicks' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
- Hornets · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.