Sat Feb 5, 2005 · 8:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
123
away
Chemistry
Hot
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
125
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 29 | 28 | 32 | 34 | 123 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 31 | 32 | 29 | 33 | 125 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Trail Blazers snuck past the Kings 125-123. Trail Blazers' offense had its way with the Kings. You could feel the revenge motivation from the Trail Blazers; the Trail Blazers pushed the pace until the other side broke. Trail Blazers' rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Trail Blazers · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
- 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.