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Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
111
away
Chemistry Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
106
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers 22 32 32 25 111
Sacramento KingsKings 25 15 35 31 106

After Action Report

The Trail Blazers squeaked past the Kings 111-106. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Trail Blazers ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Kings' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Trail Blazers bench chemistry carried them. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Trail Blazers · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
  • Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.