But Chicago, like a couple of other potential Knick playoff opponents, thrives with its defense, which values guarding the painted area near the basket as if it is a fortress.
Police also were on edge Thursday around the area, including in Torrance, where Los Angeles police Chief Charlie Beck said LAPD officers guarding one of Dorner's alleged targets mistakenly opened fire on a blue pickup truck that resembled one Dorner is said to be driving.