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.