Fri Apr 8, 2005 · 7:00 PM
Sacramento KingsKings
107
away
Chemistry
Steady
Portland Trail BlazersBlazers
98
home
Chemistry
Tense
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento KingsKings | 34 | 24 | 30 | 19 | 107 |
| Portland Trail BlazersBlazers | 24 | 22 | 21 | 31 | 98 |
After Action Report
In Portland, the Kings outlasted the Trail Blazers 107-98. Execution down the stretch made the difference. The Kings answered the bell with a bounce-back effort; Trail Blazers' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. The Kings bench chemistry carried them. Tonight's Trail Blazers utilization choices clashed with the team identity.
What tipped it
- Kings · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Kings · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.