Sat Mar 19, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
135
away
Chemistry
Elite
Miami HeatHeat
117
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 36 | 23 | 41 | 35 | 135 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 22 | 35 | 29 | 31 | 117 |
After Action Report
The Knicks took care of the Heat 135-117. The tempo dragged the Heat into a rhythm they couldn't survive. The Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Knicks pushed the pace until the other side broke. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Heat · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.