Fri Dec 10, 2004 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
148
away
Chemistry
Hot
Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves
71
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 44 | 32 | 36 | 36 | 148 |
| Minnesota TimberwolvesWolves | 21 | 11 | 20 | 19 | 71 |
After Action Report
The Kings blew the doors off the Timberwolves 148-71. Shots fell that probably shouldn't have, and the Kings cashed in. The Kings ride keeps rolling — they're catching fire; Timberwolves' veteran poise eliminated the costly mistakes. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Kings' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles. It was over by halftime.
What tipped it
- Timberwolves · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.
- Kings · Catching Fire Riding a 4+ game winning streak — confidence is high.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.