1.  Four Knicks reached double figures, indicative of crisp ball movement and unselfish play.

2.  Thanks to their guts, crisp ball movement, accurate shooting and help from Anderson, the Rockets set an NBA playoff record with their sixth consecutive road victory.

3.  Using crisp ball movement, whipping it around the perimeter to find high-percentage shots, the Sonics were sharp, and the Lakers were cut deep.

4.  The Blazers countered with crisp ball movement, and their waiting for the right shot paid off.