Thu Nov 18, 2004 · 9:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
100
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Chemistry
Hot
Houston RocketsRockets
139
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 27 | 23 | 24 | 26 | 100 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 37 | 32 | 33 | 37 | 139 |
After Action Report
In Houston, the Rockets demolished the Knicks 139-100. The Knicks had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Rockets came in with something to prove after a loss; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. Knicks' per-player workload didn't match the gameplan. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Knicks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Knicks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.