Sun Dec 19, 2004 · 4:00 PM
Utah JazzJazz
117
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New York KnicksKnicks
116
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah JazzJazz | 28 | 30 | 35 | 24 | 117 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 35 | 23 | 28 | 30 | 116 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Jazz squeaked past the Knicks 117-116. Jazz's offense had its way with the Knicks. Jazz's Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Jazz bench chemistry carried them. The Jazz rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Jazz · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.