Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
116
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Chemistry
Tense
Utah JazzJazz
140
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Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 23 | 27 | 34 | 32 | 116 |
| Utah JazzJazz | 32 | 43 | 34 | 31 | 140 |
After Action Report
In Utah, the Jazz buried the Kings 140-116. The Jazz got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Jazz came in with something to prove after a loss; the Jazz bent the defense out of shape from deep. Kings' per-player workload didn't match the gameplan. Garbage time started early.
What tipped it
- Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Jazz · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.