Tue Mar 22, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
107
away
Chemistry
Tense
Sacramento KingsKings
93
home
Chemistry
Steady
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 28 | 19 | 32 | 28 | 107 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 22 | 27 | 25 | 19 | 93 |
After Action Report
The Trail Blazers handled the Kings 107-93. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Shots just aren't falling for the Trail Blazers lately; Trail Blazers' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Early returns: the Trail Blazers per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Kings · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Trail Blazers · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.