Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
104
away
Chemistry
Tense
New Orleans HornetsHornets
93
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 25 | 23 | 29 | 27 | 104 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 19 | 23 | 26 | 25 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Kings outlasted the Hornets 104-93. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Kings played with the chip of a recent gutting loss; Kings' old heads steadied the ship in the swings.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Hornets · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.