The referee blew the whistle to start the final quarter, and Zhang Yang refocused, diving into the game.
As the final quarter began, both teams continued their tactical offensive battle, playing with great patience. In the first few possessions, the teams exchanged blows back and forth. In the first 3 minutes, they reached a score of 7-6, bringing the score to 82-81, with the Bobcats leading by just 1 point.
Just as the fans were prepared to continue enjoying the tactical see-saw battle, the situation changed dramatically!
It was the Lakers' turn to attack, and they hit iron again from outside the three-point line to start the final quarter. Kobe, who was 1 for 6, seized the opportunity when Afflalo was caught off guard, and pulled up for a three-pointer, nothing but net!
Then Fisher hit a three-pointer from the sideline, Gasol made a near-distance floater, Garnett cut in and drew a foul from Brad Miller, making both free throws... The Lakers scored 8 points in 2 minutes!
