New York Knicks 98 - Toronto Raptors 93
Chandler, Fields Thrive in New Roles
By Ricky Henne, NYKnicks.comAll eyes were on Amar’e Stoudemire as the Knicks kicked off the 2010-11 season. While the superstar didn’t disappoint, recording an impressive double-double in his Knicks debut, it was the duo of Wilson Chandler and Landry Fields that gave New York the extra lift to give them the 98-93 opening night win over the Toronto Raptors. ... More
Points Chandler 22 |
Rebounds Stoudemire 10 |
Assists Felton 6 |
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Steals Turiaf 2 |
Minutes Felton 37:07 |
Blocks Turiaf 4 |
Standing Tall and Talented, Amar'e Stoudemire notched a double-double in his Knicks debut.
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Stat Of The Game
After being outrebounded early on in the game, the Knicks attacked the glass and finished with a 49-45 edge in the rebounding department. Amar'e Stoudemire led the way with 10 boards.Turning Point
Andrea Bargnani hit a three-pointer with 5:15 remaining in the game to cut the Knicks lead to 89-87. It is at this time in a game where teams look for their marquee man, and luckily for the Knicks, they now have Amar'e Stoudemire to fill that role. STAT scored the next seven points for the Knicks asthe lead ballooned up to 96-88 with 2:40 remaining, putting New York safely ahead for the remainder of the game and giving them an eight-point advantage that allowed them to withstand a late Raptors rally.Quote Of The Game
"I see myself as the quarterback of the defense, making sure everybody is on the same page and just trying to block shots and protect the rim. I think if we keep doing these things together, our defense will be pretty good, and therefore our offense will be pretty easy." -- Ronny Turiaf
