Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
New York KnicksKnicks
105
away
Miami HeatHeat
100
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York KnicksKnicks | 24 | 24 | 28 | 29 | 105 |
| Miami HeatHeat | 25 | 26 | 29 | 20 | 100 |
After Action Report
In Miami, the Knicks survived the Heat 105-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Knicks' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; the Knicks owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Knicks per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Heat · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Heat · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Heat · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- 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 · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.