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Mon Apr 18, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
105
away
Chemistry Hot
Utah JazzJazz
97
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 25 29 24 27 105
Utah JazzJazz 23 27 26 21 97

After Action Report

In Utah, the Kings outlasted the Jazz 105-97. Kings' starting five clicked while the Jazz looked disjointed. The Kings carried the confidence of a hot streak right into this one; Kings' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. The Kings rotation plan paid off — leaning into the right spots created real lift.

What tipped it

  • Jazz · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Kings · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.