Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 3
Sacramento KingsKings
116
away
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
95
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 35 | 30 | 24 | 27 | 116 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 13 | 27 | 26 | 29 | 95 |
After Action Report
The Kings blew the doors off the Timberwolves 116-95. The Timberwolves had no answer for the variance gods tonight. The Kings answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Kings' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.