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Thu Jan 27, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
98
away
Chemistry Steady
San Antonio SpursSpurs
96
home
Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 28 21 28 21 98
San Antonio SpursSpurs 30 19 25 22 96

After Action Report

The Kings squeaked past the Spurs 98-96. The Spurs couldn't capitalize even when shots wouldn't fall for the Kings. The Kings carried the swagger of a recent blowout into this one; Kings' outside barrage was a constant threat. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Early returns: the Kings per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight. Survive-and-advance type win.

What tipped it

  • Spurs · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Kings · 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.