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Fri Jan 28, 2005 · 9:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
120
away
Chemistry Cold
Houston RocketsRockets
107
home
Chemistry Steady

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 28 29 23 40 120
Houston RocketsRockets 25 29 27 26 107

After Action Report

The Kings downed the Rockets 120-107. Kings torched the Rockets on the offensive end. The Kings couldn't shake the cold spell; Kings' defenders refused to give up clean looks. Tonight's Rockets utilization choices clashed with the team identity.

What tipped it

  • Rockets · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
  • Rockets · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
  • Rockets · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
  • Kings · Ice Cold On a 4+ game losing streak — shots aren't falling.
  • Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.