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Wed Feb 9, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Miami HeatHeat
108
away
Chemistry Hot
New York KnicksKnicks
105
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Miami HeatHeat 20 25 26 37 108
New York KnicksKnicks 35 14 31 25 105

After Action Report

In New York, the Heat squeaked past the Knicks 108-105. The better team simply showed up tonight. Knicks' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Heat bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Heat per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.