Mon Jan 31, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
114
away
Chemistry
Tense
Los Angeles ClippersClippers
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 25 | 33 | 19 | 37 | 114 |
| Los Angeles ClippersClippers | 28 | 31 | 32 | 30 | 121 |
After Action Report
In a track meet, the Clippers fended off the Knicks 121-114. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Clippers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo; second-chance points piled up for the Knicks. Clippers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.