Tue Apr 12, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Toronto RaptorsRaptors
104
away
Chemistry
Cold
New York KnicksKnicks
115
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toronto RaptorsRaptors | 29 | 20 | 26 | 29 | 104 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 24 | 27 | 31 | 33 | 115 |
After Action Report
The Knicks outlasted the Raptors 115-104. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Knicks carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; the Raptors bent the defense out of shape from deep. The Knicks locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Raptors utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- 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.
- Raptors · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.