Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
89
away
Chemistry
Cold
New York KnicksKnicks
136
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 20 | 20 | 29 | 20 | 89 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 26 | 32 | 36 | 42 | 136 |
After Action Report
The Knicks blew the doors off the Wizards 136-89. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Knicks cashed in. The Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Wizards utilization choices clashed with the team identity. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- 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.
- Wizards · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
