Sat Jan 8, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
112
away
Chemistry
Hot
New Orleans HornetsHornets
97
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 30 | 20 | 32 | 30 | 112 |
| New Orleans HornetsHornets | 30 | 12 | 30 | 25 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Kings handled the Hornets 112-97. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Kings cashed in. The Kings carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Hornets' balanced five covered every spot on the floor.
What tipped it
- Hornets · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Hornets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Hornets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.