Wed Dec 22, 2004 · 8:00 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
106
away
Chemistry
Steady
Boston CelticsCeltics
93
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 30 | 26 | 20 | 106 |
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 17 | 22 | 28 | 26 | 93 |
After Action Report
In Boston, the Knicks downed the Celtics 106-93. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Knicks came in with something to prove after a loss; Knicks' defenders refused to give up clean looks. The Knicks bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Celtics · Block Party Multiple shot-blockers turn the paint into a no-fly zone.
- Celtics · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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.