Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
109
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Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 33 | 32 | 19 | 25 | 109 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 27 | 23 | 27 | 34 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers snuck past the Kings 111-109. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Trail Blazers stayed locked in; the Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.