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Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
116
away
Chemistry Hot
Orlando MagicMagic
105
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 30 31 28 27 116
Orlando MagicMagic 24 28 22 31 105

After Action Report

The Kings pulled away from the Magic 116-105. The Kings got every break — every loose ball, every bounce. The Kings bent the defense out of shape from deep; Magic's Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.

What tipped it

  • Magic · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Magic · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
  • Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.