In one of the most important games of the season for both teams, New York upstaged Orlando 103-83. Showing more glitter than a Brittany Spears concert, perfect New York execution, a brilliant game by Gause, and impeccable play-calling by Bob provided all the right ingredients for a big win.

Phillips was key for Orlando, but after the game he looked like somebody had just run over his dog. "I thought we could do it. The whole game I was still thinking we were going to win. I guess that's the difference between thinking it and doing it. Give New York credit - they are nothing but class. I just feel sorry for coach Bob. He had us ready and we let him down."

New York was led by Gause (21 points, 7 boards, 1 assists, 5 blocks), Brumfield (22 points, 8 boards, 1 assists, 2 blocks), Davis (16 points, 5 boards, 1 assists, a steal). Orlando was led by Phillips (15 points, 7 boards, 0 assists), Dupree (20 points), Mason (10 points, a steal).

After the win, New York improve to 23-24 and 16-8 at home. They hold at #3 in the Atlantic and hold at #8 overall in the Eastern Conference. Orlando extended their losing streak 9 games and drop to 17-28. They hold at #4 in the Southeast and stay at #13 overall in the Eastern Conference.

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