Fri Feb 11, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
Boston CelticsCeltics
134
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 25 | 41 | 25 | 28 | 119 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 34 | 33 | 35 | 32 | 134 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Celtics downed the Knicks 134-119. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Celtics' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; the Knicks answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. Celtics' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.