Celtics (
nathan) are the champions!
Sun Jan 23, 2005 · 7:00 PM
San Antonio SpursSpurs
111
away
Chemistry
Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
119
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio SpursSpurs | 25 | 22 | 27 | 37 | 111 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 34 | 29 | 24 | 32 | 119 |
After Action Report
The Kings edged the Spurs 119-111. Kings' scorers couldn't be contained. Second-chance points piled up for the Kings; fresh off a statement win, the Kings stayed locked in. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Spurs · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Spurs · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
- Spurs · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.