Eddie Curry was the only Knicks player who spoke publicly about the matter.
The other players were all focused on the evening's game. An 18-game winning streak to tie the franchise record—that was far more important to everyone.
As for Antonio Davis, he was just a former teammate who had been left behind. What he said hardly mattered. The Knicks were about to make history.
After acquiring Sam Cassell this season, the Los Angeles Clippers had improved, currently ranking fifth in the West and, for once, topping their crosstown rivals, the Lakers.
With their improved record, the Clippers had grown ambitious and were always looking to make a big splash. This time, they were tasked with the heavy responsibility of stopping the Knicks from breaking their record. The eyes of the entire basketball world were on them. The media attention was huge, making it the perfect opportunity to make a name for themselves in Los Angeles.
