Tue Dec 21, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Washington WizardsWizards
101
away
Chemistry
Steady
Sacramento KingsKings
97
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington WizardsWizards | 27 | 18 | 29 | 27 | 101 |
| Sacramento KingsKings | 21 | 29 | 28 | 19 | 97 |
After Action Report
The Wizards squeaked past the Kings 101-97. The Wizards won despite a cold shooting night — grit beat polish. Fresh off a statement win, the Wizards stayed locked in; Wizards' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Wizards bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Wizards per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.
What tipped it
- Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Wizards · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.
- Wizards · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.