Fri Jan 21, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
138
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Chemistry
Tense
New York KnicksKnicks
129
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Chemistry
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 39 | 38 | 26 | 35 | 138 |
| New York KnicksKnicks | 32 | 27 | 33 | 37 | 129 |
After Action Report
In New York, the Rockets edged the Knicks 138-129. Rockets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Rockets; Rockets' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Knicks rotation plan worked against them — wrong guys, wrong night.
What tipped it
- 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 · 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.
- Rockets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.