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Wed Feb 16, 2005 · 8:30 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
102
away
Chemistry Cold
New Jersey NetsNets
97
home
Chemistry Tense

Box Score

TEAM Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FINAL
Sacramento KingsKings 22 27 21 32 102
New Jersey NetsNets 30 23 24 20 97

After Action Report

The Kings snuck past the Nets 102-97. Kings' offense had its way with the Nets. Kings' skid keeps deepening — heads down on both ends; Kings' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Nets' per-player workload didn't match the gameplan.

What tipped it

  • Nets · Heartbreak A gutting last-second loss — revenge is on the menu.
  • Kings · Crashing An 8+ game losing skid — heads are down, both ends suffer.
  • Kings · Locker-Room Rift Tension in the locker room — poor ball movement and streaky play.