Mon Feb 28, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Los Angeles LakersLakers
96
away
Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
114
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles LakersLakers | 25 | 17 | 23 | 31 | 96 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 29 | 27 | 31 | 27 | 114 |
After Action Report
The Knicks downed the Lakers 114-96. Knicks' offense had its way with the Lakers. The Knicks carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Knicks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Lakers · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
