Wed Jan 5, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
120
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Miami HeatHeat
121
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 28 | 31 | 20 | 9 | 120 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 29 | 31 | 25 | 26 | 10 | 121 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Heat squeaked past the Knicks 121-120 in overtime. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Heat's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Heat played with the chip of a recent gutting loss. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Heat · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Heat · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- Knicks · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.