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Fri Dec 31, 2004 · 7:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
120
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Chemistry Steady
Utah JazzJazz
111
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 34 24 27 35 120
Utah JazzJazz 30 26 28 27 111

After Action Report

In Utah, the Kings outlasted the Jazz 120-111. Kings torched the Jazz on the offensive end. The Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions; Kings' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo.

What tipped it

  • Jazz · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.