The Cavaliers have had some third quarters this season – for better and for worse – that have decided games. Friday night’s definitely falls into the latter category.
After a strong first half, taking a touchdown lead into the locker room over the shorthanded Lakers. But Cleveland collapsed in the third quarter, scoring just 10 points as L.A. pulled away to take the 100-86 decision at Staples Center.
In that fateful third period, only one Cavalier starter – Isaac Okoro – hit a field goal, going 1-for-1, while the entire team shot a collective 14 percent, missing all nine triples they attempted.