Wed Mar 2, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
117
away
Chemistry
Elite
Orlando MagicMagic
111
home
Chemistry
Cold
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 34 | 24 | 35 | 24 | 117 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 32 | 27 | 21 | 31 | 111 |
After Action Report
The Kings edged the Magic 117-111. Kings' scorers couldn't be contained. The Kings answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; the Magic couldn't shake the cold spell. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
- Magic · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- 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.