To say the Lakers have struggled in the opening quarter of games this season would be an understatement. They’ve been outscored 129-95 in the first four games and the only time they won the first quarter was in their most recent matchup against the Orlando Magic, which resulted in a 106-103 win.
First quarter: Lakers 29, Magic 24
This is the first time LA hasn't trailed by double digits at the end of the first quarter. AD has 8 points -- LA has found creative ways to get him the ball.