Wed Apr 20, 2005 · 7:30 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
119
away
Chemistry
Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
114
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 29 | 31 | 34 | 25 | 119 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 29 | 34 | 23 | 28 | 114 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Wizards squeaked past the Knicks 119-114. The tempo dragged the Knicks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Wizards' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Wizards owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Knicks utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Knicks · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Wizards · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Wizards · Superstar Stack Two or more 90-overall stars bend games to their will on both ends.
- Wizards · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.