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Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
95
away
Chemistry Cold
New Jersey NetsNets
148
home
Chemistry Hot

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 15 23 29 28 95
New Jersey NetsNets 38 37 38 35 148

After Action Report

In a track meet, the Nets demolished the Kings 148-95. Nets controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Nets' high-flyers tilted the pace and the rim; Nets' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Nets locker room is humming, and it showed. Tonight's Kings utilization choices clashed with the team identity. Garbage time started early.

What tipped it

  • Nets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Nets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.