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Thu Feb 24, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
124
away
Chemistry Hot
Dallas MavericksMavs
120
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 32 23 38 31 124
Dallas MavericksMavs 27 32 36 25 120

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Kings squeaked past the Mavericks 124-120. The tempo dragged the Mavericks into a rhythm they couldn't survive. Second-chance points piled up for the Kings; the Kings carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Mavericks · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Mavericks · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Mavericks · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • 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.
  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.