Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
85
away
Chemistry
Cold
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
103
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 18 | 25 | 25 | 17 | 85 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 21 | 25 | 24 | 33 | 103 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers handled the Kings 103-85. The Kings couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Trail Blazers. Trail Blazers' positional balance gave them a synergy edge; Trail Blazers' Lockdown identity stifled the opposing offense. The Trail Blazers locker room is humming, and it showed. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Balanced Five A starting five that covers every position with even talent finds a synergy edge.
- Trail Blazers · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.