Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
122
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Chemistry
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Houston RocketsRockets
112
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 32 | 34 | 31 | 25 | 122 |
| Houston RocketsRockets | 27 | 33 | 23 | 29 | 112 |
After Action Report
The Kings took care of the Rockets 122-112. The Kings got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Kings bent the defense out of shape from deep; the Rockets owned the glass, generating extra possessions. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Rockets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.