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Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
99
away
Chemistry Tense
New Jersey NetsNets
133
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 30 22 15 32 99
New Jersey NetsNets 31 27 38 37 133

After Action Report

In New Jersey, the Nets ran roughshod over the Kings 133-99. The breakneck pace played right into Nets' hands. Nets' outside barrage was a constant threat; the Kings owned the glass, generating extra possessions. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. One bad quarter was all it took to crack this one open.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.