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Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
103
away
Chemistry Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
130
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 30 20 31 22 103
New Jersey NetsNets 37 30 37 26 130

After Action Report

In New Jersey, the Nets rolled past the Kings 130-103. Nets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. The Nets looked unstoppable — pure Buzzsaw mode; Nets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Nets · Buzzsaw An 8+ game winning streak — they cannot be stopped (until the league catches up).
  • Nets · 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.