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Tue Jan 25, 2005 · 8:00 PM
New Jersey NetsNets
112
away
Chemistry Hot
Sacramento KingsKings
92
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Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
New Jersey NetsNets 26 19 31 36 112
Sacramento KingsKings 21 21 28 22 92

After Action Report

The Nets demolished the Kings 112-92. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Nets owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Nets answered the bell with a bounce-back effort. The Nets bench chemistry carried them. Nets' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It broke open after the break.

What tipped it

  • Kings · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Nets · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
  • Nets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.