Thu Apr 14, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
138
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Cleveland CavaliersCavs
104
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 30 | 36 | 40 | 138 |
| Cleveland CavaliersCavs | 22 | 25 | 29 | 28 | 104 |
After Action Report
The Knicks buried the Cavaliers 138-104. Knicks torched the Cavaliers on the offensive end. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; the Knicks bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Knicks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Never a doubt in this one.
What tipped it
- Cavaliers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.