The first quarter saw both teams score the lowest points of the series, ending in a 21:21 tie.
Gan Guoyang scored 7 points and delivered 2 assists in the first quarter, which was a rather ordinary performance for him.
Due to the intense competition and both sides' poor shooting from the outside, the game was somewhat unsightly.
This is a common occurrence as a series progresses; it often comes down to who can make some changes.
The Lakers' significant change last game was to increase Wes Matthews's playing time, which proved effective in offense.
It wasn't until the third overtime that Matthews finally exploded, helping the Lakers seal the victory.
As the second quarter began, the Lakers brought Matthews back in, letting this powerful guard take the reins on offense.
Jack Ramsey patted Gan Guoyang on the back after the break and said, "Ah Gan, stop drinking water, get on the court."
Gan Guoyang said, "Aren't I supposed to rest at the start of the second quarter?"