Fri Mar 18, 2005 · 8:30 PM
New York KnicksKnicks
108
away
Chemistry
Steady
Atlanta HawksHawks
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 30 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 108 |
| Atlanta HawksHawks | 27 | 33 | 30 | 29 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Hawks outlasted the Knicks 119-108. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Hawks came in with something to prove after a loss; Hawks' old heads steadied the ship in the swings. Hawks' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Hawks · 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 · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Knicks · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.